Holiday Inn & Suites San Mateo - SFO by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
7.4 (656 reviews)
330 North Bayshore Boulevard , San Mateo , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location
Spacious rooms
Fair pricing
Cons:
Staff attitude
Noise issues
Parking fees

Categories

Cleanliness
6.9
Some issues mentioned with bathroom wallpaper and general maintenance concerns.
Service
7.4
Mixed sentiments; some guests found staff unfriendly but others noted friendliness.
Location
8.4
Convenient location near airport and access to freeway.
Room Quality
7.4
Rooms described as spacious but with some noise issues from thin walls.
Amenities
6.9
Limited amenities; some guests expected free breakfast and better gym conditions.
Value for Money
7.4
Reasonable pricing mentioned, but concerns about additional fees for parking.
Food and Beverage
7.4
Breakfast was good; however, the on-site restaurant had limited options.
Overall Experience
7.4
Overall decent stay but several areas for improvement noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 09:55

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in the comfort of flat-screen TVs with HBO channels, free WiFi, and premium bedding in every room. Relax in the hot tub or sauna after a productive day at the 24-hour business center.

Convenient Location
With a short distance to the airport, popular attractions like Coyote Point Museum, and the Golden Gate Bridge just a drive away, our hotel offers the perfect blend of accessibility and adventure.

Delicious Dining Options
Savor a variety of American and international dishes at our on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink at the bar. Whether you're here for work or leisure, we have your culinary cravings covered.

Experience luxury, convenience, and exceptional service at Holiday Inn & Suites San Mateo - SFO. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

For any room including breakfast: the rate includes a coupon redeemable for breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Limit: 20 US dollars per room per day.

Breakfast coupons are only good for up to 2 people per room.

The hotel will be undergoing renovations that will affect their registration/check-in area and front loby.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SFO

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 20 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 656 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.9
Service: 7.4
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 6.9
Value for Money: 7.4
Food and Beverage: 7.4
Overall Experience: 7.4
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ALX305 Business Miami, Florida
6
Clean and Friendly, But Long Overdue for a Real Renovation
Pros:

The staff was genuinely warm and welcoming from the moment I arrived, and the room was clean, which I always appreciate. The bed was comfortable and I slept well. That said, the property is showing its age in a way that's hard to overlook. The furnishings and finishes feel old and worn, and while it's clear some cosmetic updates have been made, it feels more like a surface-level touch-up than a true renovation. This hotel really needs a full, top-to-bottom remodel to match what guests expect at this price point. There's a good foundation here with the service and cleanliness — the bones are there — but the physical space needs serious investment to catch up.

2026-03-27 via Tripadvisor
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S9036EQericm Business
6
Average.
Pros:

Bar and restaurant left a little to be desired but it was clean and convenient to airport, San Jose and San Francisco. .

2026-03-26 via Tripadvisor
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Adriana extended_group ec
8
Hotel para pasar una noche de transito
Pros:

La ubicacion del luger es bastante cerca del Aeropuerto

Cons:

En realidad es un hotel viejo en comparación para su precio

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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S6148XHscottc Family
6
The mostly good trip.
Pros:

Beautiful room, friendly staff.
$25 for parking, crazy.
Poor restaurant experience.

2026-03-19 via Tripadvisor
C
celmyj2026 Family
10
Amazing 👏
Pros:

It was great, easy access for my trip to San Mateo, thank you!!!

2026-03-18 via Tripadvisor
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Jepsen family_with_children us
1
2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Dylan family_with_children us
3
If you must...
Pros:

The man at the front desk was nice. He tried to help me by giving me the King room instead of the 2 queens. Except he gave me the wrong room key that someone was in.

Cons:

Besides being given the wrong room key, the facility itself seemed rundown. It smelled and was dark. The room itself had only one "clean" towel and there was a pile of dirty towels on the sink. All the drawers were pulled open for some reason. When I tried to turn the TV on it wouldn't. The remotes batteries were dead. Also only one of the outlets worked which made using my cpap machine and charging my phone impossible.

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Ana solo_traveller us
10
Friendly staff
Pros:

Location

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller us
10
2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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Rose family_with_children us
10
Beds were comfy
Pros:

The head boards were all messed up.

Cons:

Old

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
4
436michaelwilliamm Solo travel New York City, New York
10
Layover one night
Pros:

The lady that checked me in was more than helpful, she went above and beyond and I really appreciate it

2026-02-26 via Tripadvisor
9
977lrd Business
8
Chances to improve
Pros:

This is for INTERNAL review. The room was great, but it had no hair dryer, and the K-cup coffee pods were all decaf. When I reported this to the front desk the clerk was rather indifferent. However, the clerk upon my arrival was outstanding. Please take these comments in the positive manner in which they are presented.

2026-02-22 via Tripadvisor
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tonytM5619GL Family
10
Very Satisfied Customer
Pros:

Jesse was informative and professional in his approach to his job at our check in.

Brooke went above and beyond her normal duties to make our breakfast experience pleasurable.

Tay was exceptionally helpful during our stay.

2026-02-18 via Tripadvisor
7
713jazzb Friends getaway
10
Best hotel in SM
Pros:

everything was great and everyone was very nice. Near at the airport and they also have a bistro inside the hotel.........

2026-01-28 via Tripadvisor
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Thomas couple us
10
2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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Jennifer couple us
7
2026-01-25 via Nuitee
M
Martinez couple us
10
2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Ozgur family_with_children tr
7
2026-01-24 via Nuitee
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Rino solo_traveller nl
8
2026-01-22 via Nuitee
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Jose family_with_children us
9
A pesar de ese mal momento del desayuno, todo estuvo bien
Cons:

Que la persona que atendio en el desayuno se veía como mal de humor

2026-01-20 via Nuitee