Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

San Carlos travel guide

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You're Going to Love San Carlos

With a population of 28,406, San Carlos is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything San Carlos has to offer.

Activities & attractions in San Carlos

Wine-tasting
Food, Drinks, & Nightlife•Wine

Where to Eat in San Carlos

If you’re looking for affordable options, Elia - San Carlos (727 Laurel St) and Doppio Zero - San Carlos (617 Laurel St) are great picks.

When to visit San Carlos

San Carlos in December
Estimated hotel price
$130
1 night at 3-star hotel
San Carlos in December
Estimated hotel price
$130
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to San Carlos

Plane

When flying to San Carlos, you’ll arrive at San Francisco Airport (SFO), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to San Carlos include United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. The shortest domestic flight to San Carlos departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to San Carlos is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 21 miles from San Carlos. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to San Carlos, you’ll arrive at San Francisco Airport (SFO), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to San Carlos include United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia. The shortest domestic flight to San Carlos departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to San Carlos is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 21 miles from San Carlos. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near San Carlos

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving San Carlos

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,097 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,442 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,525 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,452 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,147 reviews)
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Where to stay in San Carlos

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Lia Hotel and Extended Stay America Suites - San Francisco - San Carlos.

Where to stay in popular areas of San Carlos

Most booked hotels in San Carlos

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Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 319 reviews)
$153+
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Bay Landing Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 3639 reviews)
$93+
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Hyatt Place San Carlos
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 299 reviews)
$124+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 718 reviews)
$96+
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2606 reviews)
$164+
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Aloft San Francisco Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2222 reviews)
$133+
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Renting a car in San Carlos

Renting a car in San Carlos costs $54 per day, on average, or $161 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in San Carlos.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in San Carlos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69.

Renting a car in San Carlos costs $54 per day, on average, or $161 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in San Carlos.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in San Carlos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69.

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