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Featured Hostels in San Mateo

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (45)
"Great location, really friendly staff!"
The price is S$131
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (306)
"It's the nicest hostel I've ever stayed in. The exterior was under renovation as well as the elevator during our stay, but I wouldn't hold that against them. It was perfectly fine accommodations for a few nights. "
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (148)
"Great place"
Amsterdam Hostel

Adelaide Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (626)
"They let me stay last minute, wish it was a bit over 10am but it’s okay I woke up early. "
The price is S$143
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Adelaide Hostel

Orange Village Hostel

1.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (919)
"Great location, clean room, courteous staff, and amazing experience. I booked a private room for a conference and it was a perfect stay with no problems or issues."
Orange Village Hostel

European Hostel

1.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (632)
"Good location!"
The price is S$78
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
European Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (252)
"Rooms were great and location is excellent."
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (255)
"Best place to stay in SF"
Chapter San Francisco
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Mateo?
You might like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our travellers: Hyatt Regency San Francisco - 16.4 mi (26.4 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Mateo?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: 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 is there to see and do in San Mateo?
In general, San Mateo is known for its festivals, restaurants and sports. Major attractions include Oracle Park, San Francisco Bay and Chase Center. Get out into nature with places such as Coyote Point Park, Shoreview Park and Bay Meadows Park. Cultural attractions include CuriOdyssey, Hiller Aviation Museum and SFO Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around San Mateo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San Mateo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. To see more of the area, hop on a train at San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station or Hillsdale Station.