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Featured Hostels in San Mateo

Amsterdam Hostel
Fireplace

Amsterdam Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (123)
"Fantastic customer service!!!!"
The price is P3,891
P4,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Amsterdam Hostel
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Interior

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (225)
"Great experience!"
The price is P5,726
P6,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Orange Village Hostel
Lobby

Orange Village Hostel

1.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (886)
"easy to find and bus stop is within walking distance."
The price is P3,754
P4,411 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Orange Village Hostel
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Lounge

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (280)
"I loved this place "
The price is P4,113
P4,840 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Chapter San Francisco
Exterior

Chapter San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (181)
"Great hostel with bathrooms and showers in the hallway outside the sleeping quarters. Earplugs provided and decent kitchen/lounge area. I prefer this one over Amsterdam hostel which has a strange smell."
The price is P3,147
P3,660 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Chapter San Francisco
European Hostel
Front of property

European Hostel

1.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (605)
"Great people"
The price is P3,124
P3,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
European Hostel
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
City view from property

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"it was a great stay! the service was impeccable! and even though it was dorm style i felt like everything i had was secure etc.. i would recommend this place. but remember u get what u pay for. "
The price is P4,882
P5,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Adelaide Hostel
Terrace/patio

Adelaide Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (614)
"The staffs were excellent. Very helpful.the shared lobby and the kitchen are good too. The 6 bed shared room where I stayed were full of worn out beds, did not appear to be ‘clean’ enough. Not enough spaced to hang out used clothes. Maybe, considering the low cost, it should be accepted."
The price is P4,917
P5,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Adelaide Hostel
HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel

HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (125)
"Cute hostel in the building next to the lighthouse. Full kitchen, clean bathroom, clean bedding. Felt safe and secure. Happy to have found this place! "
HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel
Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel

1.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Modern place with sleeping pods and very nice people. "
Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel
Ansonia Hotel - Hostel
Mini-fridge, microwave

Ansonia Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11)
"Enjoyed my stay! Not too fancy but gets the job done, clean and safe. Had my own bathroom so don't forget to request that if you don't want to share, though the shared was clean as well. Loved it!"
Ansonia Hotel - Hostel
DC Crashpad - Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

DC Crashpad - Hostel

2.0 star property
4.4 out of 10, (162)
" "
DC Crashpad - Hostel
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Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Coral Reef Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (2693)
"They are very friendly and help full"
The price is P5,575
P6,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Global Luxury Suites at Mountain View
Lobby lounge

Global Luxury Suites at Mountain View

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (178)
"Garbage disposal did not work.subtle rumbling all day and night- off and in. Not sure if it was trucks outside, the elevator or garbage shire. Not noticeable with tv on, but noticeable at night. Electronic locks were confusing. "
Global Luxury Suites at Mountain View
Maddux Homes near Westlake
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Maddux Homes near Westlake

2.5 star property
5.6 out of 10, (4)
"The best thing was parking. It was super easy. As long as no other car take up the designated parking spot in front of the grass (which no one did). I rented a car, and I mean, if you're visiting the Bay Area you should rent a car. The main issue I had was that the shower drain was clogged. Other than that, it's a studio and felt like a studio. It was also a bit annoying that there was a sign that you could only use 1 of each of the following at a time: the coffee machine, the microwave, and...
The price is P4,859
P11,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Maddux Homes near Westlake
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 are the best hostels in San Mateo?
You might like the prices at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our guests: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 16.5 mi (26.6 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Market St & 5th St Stop and Powell St & Market St Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and laundry facilities at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Mateo?
Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 20 inches.
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 San Francisco Bay, Chase Center, and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places like Coyote Point Park, Central Park, and The San Mateo Japanese Garden. 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 Intl. Airport (SFO), 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transit during your trip. To check out more of the area, take a train from San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station, or Hillsdale Station.