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Featured Motels in San Mateo

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Lobby

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

2.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (2154)
"Keep up the good work "
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
Lobby

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1608)
"M"
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
Property amenity

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Quiet"
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North
The Palo Alto Inn
Terrace/patio

The Palo Alto Inn

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (764)
"Extremely clean and well appointed. Easy access, comfortable and extremely reasonably priced. looking forward to another stay."
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan
The Palo Alto Inn
Mylo Hotel
Property entrance

Mylo Hotel

2.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Everything "
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Mylo Hotel
Surf Motel
Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed | Living area

Surf Motel

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Good"
The price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Surf Motel
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Lobby

The Zen Hotel Palo Alto

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Good motel"
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan
The Zen Hotel Palo Alto
Inn on Broadway
Exterior

Inn on Broadway

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (488)
"Clean room and good service. Parking at no additional cost was very helpful. WiFi was inconsistent. No frills room at a very reasonable price."
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Inn on Broadway
Travel Inn
Room, 1 King Bed

Travel Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (794)
"Great value. Place was clean, quiet and affordable. "
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Travel Inn
Lombard Plaza Motel
Property entrance

Lombard Plaza Motel

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
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The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Lombard Plaza Motel
LiA Hotel
Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

LiA Hotel

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Staff was super nice, room was clean and very comfortable bed."
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan
LiA Hotel
Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero
Exterior

Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Thanks for the great stay! "
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
Front of property

Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport

2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (458)
"very comfortable and clean, definitely worth more than the price!"
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
Travelodge by Wyndham by Fisherman's Wharf
Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Travelodge by Wyndham by Fisherman's Wharf

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1000)
"Great service. Had a delayed flight and didn’t arrive until 1:30am, called ahead of time to let the worker know. Had no issues getting checked in. Room was clean, had a smell but didn’t notice after being in the room for awhile. Coffee in the main lobby. Parking was limited but wasn’t busy so we had no issues. Was $25 plus tax each night for parking. We had an early excursion day of checkout and was able to pick up our car at 1pm. "
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Travelodge by Wyndham by Fisherman's Wharf
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
Property entrance

Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (813)
"Cleaning staff is great"
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - South
Bay Bridge Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bay Bridge Inn

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Great location in Price but very noisy when you’re trying to sleep, but nothing you can’t handle. "
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Bay Bridge Inn
Cathedral Hill Hotel
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Cathedral Hill Hotel

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (536)
"It was an easy check in/out. All the receptionist are friendly (paula was one of them. Very informative) the housekeeping staff was really good just feel bad she doesnt have newer sheets to change the bed.just need new ones..our room was perfect for 3adults 3kids(room314) the room set up was really nice. Fresh coffee every morning was great! Get homeless around the area but they were harmless… should be clean but bec of them made it dirty. But get maintenance people who come to clean in the...
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Cathedral Hill Hotel
Motel Capri
Interior entrance

Motel Capri

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"This place is great, the managera are great. The only problem is that bathroom floor in the doorway where you hit your feet at night going in there"
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Motel Capri
Sequoia Inn
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Sequoia Inn

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (560)
"Excellent "
The price is AU$741
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Sequoia Inn
City Center Inn & Suites
Property entrance

City Center Inn & Suites

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (767)
"Spacious room/Suite. Parking. "
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
City Center Inn & Suites
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Other property types in San Mateo

Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Coral Reef Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (2676)
"I live in Alameda and we've had issues with our apartment bathroom twice since we've lived there and needed to rent a room for convenient showering. I like the Coral Reef because it's local, it's close to everything (it's a small Island), and it has a workable kitchen as well. It was PERFECT for what we needed. And the staff is super nice as well, so that's a plus."
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
3BD House/4 Beds Near Golden Gate Park !
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

3BD House/4 Beds Near Golden Gate Park !

7.8 out of 10, Good, (49)
"Location is great. Cons: Would be nice to have some towel racks in the bathroom for all of the towels. Dishes are rimmed with metal so they get hot around the edges if you put them in the microwave. Towels smelled like mold. Pros: Parking was easy. Neighborhood is nice. The little communication I had with the owner was fine. Close restaurants in walking distance. Parks right out the front door. Overall: Its fine if you need a place to stay, just can't be too picky. I'd...
3BD House/4 Beds Near Golden Gate Park !
Vintage San Francisco Bay Area Home
Terrace/patio

Vintage San Francisco Bay Area Home

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (70)
"This little SSF art deco home has the old quaint feel… It’s so charming and comfortable, a nice patio and the neighborhood was very quiet and safe. Communication with the host was fantastic.. his friendly and helpful demeanor was “ tops” If I could give more stars I would, we will definitely be back! "
Vintage San Francisco Bay Area Home
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Mateo?
If you’re having trouble locating a motel in San Mateo, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from over 85 hotels and other lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What is a motel?
At many motels, you’re likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you’ll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. The word “motel” was invented in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.
What are the best motels in San Mateo?
Here you’ll find some of our customers’ favourite motels to book in the larger area. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North is located 11.5 km from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the self-parking (surcharge), and freebies including WiFi and an airport shuttle. Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City: Free WiFi, free parking and a terrace are available during your stay. Central San Mateo is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) away. Motel 6 Sunnyvale, CA - North: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 20 mi (32.1 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Cathedral Hill Hotel: Central San Mateo is 16.2 mi (26.1 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as heating. Surf Motel: 17.5 mi (28.1 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in San Mateo?
Explore the festivals or simply enjoy the restaurants in this family-friendly area while you’re sightseeing. People visiting San Mateo love its shops. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Coyote Point Park, San Francisco Bay and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: CuriOdyssey, Parkside Aquatic Park and Ice Center at San Mateo. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: San Mateo County Event Center, Hillsdale Shopping Center and Central Park.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Mateo?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Mateo to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 499 mm.
What are my options for getting around San Mateo while staying in a motel?
We’ve gathered some information about getting around San Mateo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is located 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city centre. You can also search for flights into San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. If you’d like to explore more of the area, hop on a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station or Hillsdale Station.