San Mateo Budget Hotels

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Chic Home with Expansive Backyard- duplex back unit - San Mateo - Living room
Chic Home with Expansive Backyard- duplex back unit
San Mateo, CA
10Wonderful(7)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$230+
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Nice and tranquil house 7 mins away from SFO - San Mateo - Living room
Nice and tranquil house 7 mins away from SFO
San Mateo, CA
9.3Wonderful(2)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$217+
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804- Sanmateo Comfortable 2br Home Wifi And Free Parking - San Mateo - Living room
804- Sanmateo Comfortable 2br Home Wifi And Free Parking
San Mateo, CA
9.0Wonderful(1)
Parking
$269+
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Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/San Mateo - San Mateo - Patio
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/San Mateo
San Mateo, CA
8.7Very good(235)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa
$122+
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Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo - San Mateo - Lobby
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
San Mateo, CA
8.5Very good(289)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$149+
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Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport - San Mateo - Lounge
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
San Mateo, CA
8.4Very good(1928)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$127+
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The Catrina Hotel - San Mateo - Building
The Catrina Hotel
San Mateo, CA
8.0Very good(555)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$103+
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Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport - San Mateo - Lounge
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
San Mateo, CA
8.0Very good(633)
Parking
$155+
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KAYAK’s insights for budget hotels in San Mateo

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Which month has the cheapest budget hotel rates in San Mateo?

Budget hotels are cheapest in San Mateo in December, with average rates of $102. In comparison, February is the most expensive month, with prices at $199.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a budget hotel in San Mateo?

Saturday offers the lowest rates in San Mateo, with an average nightly price of $139. The highest prices are found on Monday, with average rates at $178.

How early should you book a hotel in San Mateo?

Book at least 11 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your San Mateo hotel.
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Low season

December

High season

February

Average price (weeknight)

$168

Average price (weekend night)

$146
Cheapest month to stay with an average 34% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 28% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding San Mateo budget hotel deals

  • Prices for budget hotels in San Mateo are cheaper in the low season, which is in December and July.
  • Budget room prices can vary depending on different factors. However, generally rooms cost less on a Saturday. The most expensive night for a stay is Monday.
  • The cheapest budget hotel room in San Mateo found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $114. The most expensive cost $217.

FAQs about San Mateo budget hotels

  • How much does a room in a budget hotel in San Mateo cost?

    On average, budget hotel rooms in San Mateo cost $223. Depending on when you make your booking, when you book for, and other factors, it is possible to get better deals. The cheapest price booked on KAYAK in the last 3 days was $133.

  • Which highly-rated budget hotels in San Mateo are close to San Francisco Airport?

    Some of the best budget hotels in San Mateo that are in close proximity to the airport are Hotel Nova SFO by Fairbridge, Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Airport Burlingame and Hotel Aura San Francisco Airport.

Where to stay in a budget hotel in San Mateo?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in San Mateo by showing you the exact location of each hotel.

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