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The Catrina Hotel - San Mateo - Building
The Catrina Hotel
San Mateo, CA
8.0Very good(618)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$108+
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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(1990)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$155+
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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
8.1Very good(654)
Parking
$188+
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Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo - San Mateo - Lobby
Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo
San Mateo, CA
8.5Very good(299)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$193+
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Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/San Mateo - San Mateo - Front desk
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/San Mateo
San Mateo, CA
8.6Very good(245)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa
$197+
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Mid Century Garden View Home Parking - San Mateo - Living room
Mid Century Garden View Home Parking
San Mateo, CA
6.2Okay(3)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$250+
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Nice and tranquil house 7 mins away from SFO - San Mateo
Nice and tranquil house 7 mins away from SFO
San Mateo, CA
8.6Very good(3)
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Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$250+
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KAYAK’s insights for budget hotels in San Mateo

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in San Mateo with confidence.

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

The average price for a budget hotel in San Mateo is $162 but this can vary depending on the season, the star rating of the hotel and when you’ve booked. In the last 7 days, the cheapest price found on KAYAK was $118.

Which month has the cheapest rates for budget hotels?

Budget hotels in San Mateo are cheapest in June, with an average rate of $98. On the other hand, they are at their most expensive in August, where the average price is $242.

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

The lowest prices can usually be found on Friday, where the average nightly price is $94. The most expensive night is generally Tuesday, where the average price is $192.
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$179
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Cheapest month to stay with an average 31% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 69% rise in price.
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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 June and December.
  • Budget room prices can vary depending on different factors. However, generally rooms cost less on a Friday. The most expensive night for a stay is Tuesday.
  • The cheapest budget hotel room in San Mateo found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $106. The most expensive cost $123.

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