Hillsdale Inn San Mateo, San Mateo ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

477 E Hillsdale Blvd, San Mateo, California, United States of America, 94403

Hillsdale Inn is located in South San Mateo, offering easy access to both the airport and local attractions. This cozy inn features 50 accommodations with convenient amenities. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast on weekends. The area is rich in natural beauty, including nearby beaches.

Location

Situated in South San Mateo, the inn is 1 miles from the Hillsdale Caltrain Station. It is conveniently located near the San Mateo County Event Center and Hillsdale Shopping Center. Guests can explore the nearby natural attractions, including Half Moon Bay State Beach. San Francisco International Airport is approximately 9.5 miles away.

Rooms

The hotel provides 50 guest rooms accessible via exterior corridors. Each room includes a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee-making facilities. Guests can relax with cable programming on a flat-screen TV in their room. Private bathrooms offer shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hairdryers.

Eat & Drink

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily, with a buffet breakfast available on weekends. Coffee and tea are provided in a common area for guests. The inn features a vending machine for additional snacks and beverages. Dining options are also conveniently located nearby.

Leisure & Business

Hillsdale Inn includes amenities such as an outdoor pool and a picnic area for guest recreation. Complimentary Wi-Fi is accessible in both guest rooms and public areas. The property also accommodates group events, such as pre-wedding parties. Free newspapers are available daily.

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Double Room

Max:

4 persons

14 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

San Mateo 2.4 mi

Airports

San Francisco International (SFO) 9.3 mi

Oakland International (OAK) 25.1 mi

Train

Hillsdale Caltrain3300 ft

Hayward Park Caltrain 1.2 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Fun Sports Bar!

“The sports bar within the Inn offered a unique atmosphere to unwind after a day of cycling, making it a good spot to relax and enjoy the game.” view full review

Easy Parking

“The guest parking was incredibly convenient, allowing us to easily access our car whenever we needed it during our stay.” view full review

Comfortable Rooms

“The room was impeccably clean and provided a comfortable space to recharge after our daily adventures.” view full review

Simple Booking

“Booking through the website was a breeze, making the whole check-in process straightforward and efficient.” view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking lot
ATM/Cash machine

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Dining

Continental breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

477 E Hillsdale Blvd, San Mateo, California, United States of America, 94403

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477 E Hillsdale Blvd, San Mateo, California, United States of America, 94403

City landmarks

Shopping Area

Hillsdale Shopping Center

4700 ft

650 Shell Blvd

Leo J. Ryan Park

1.5 mi

2750 S Delaware St

Bay Meadows Racetrack

3100 ft

499 Catamaran St #479

Catamaran Park

1.6 mi

600 Bainbridge St

Farragut Park

1.3 mi

Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas San Mateo

3400 ft

The Juggler

3500 ft

1837 Bahia St

Los Prados Park

1.2 mi

1500 Marina Ct

Lakeshore Park Beach

2700 ft

Amusement Park

Paddock Park

4700 ft

Mirror Labyrinth NY

2400 ft

Beach

Parkside Aquatic Park

1.3 mi

111 Laurie Meadows Dr

Laurie Meadows Park

1.3 mi

Belmont Sports Complex

1.4 mi

Amusement Park

Alexander Park

1.3 mi

4012 Casanova Dr

Casanova Park

1.3 mi

Mall

Macy's

4400 ft

First Christian Church

4500 ft

Port Royal Ave & Thatcher Lane and Timberhead

Port Royal Park

1.3 mi

Events

San Mateo Event Center

1.6 mi

Edgewater Park

4700 ft

Square

Charter Square Shopping Center

1.5 mi

Crowne Plaza-Mid Peninsula

1.5 mi

Saint Ambrose Episcopal Church

5200 ft

Synagogue

Peninsula Sinai Congregation

5200 ft

Saint Gregory Roman Catholic Church

5300 ft

Church

Saint Gregory Church

1.0 mi

301 E 28th Ave

Bay Meadows Park

1.6 mi

1141 Bermuda Dr

Fiesta Meadows Park

1.6 mi

Boothbay Ave &

Boothbay Park

2.2 mi

Nearby

Store

Marina Food Market

1600 ft

Restaurants

Chipotle Mexican Grill

2200 ft

1050 Park Pl

Peets Coffee & Tea

2100 ft

1020 Park Pl

Village Hummus

2000 ft

1001 Park Pl

Denny's

3500 ft

2920 South Norfolk Street

Hot Wok Cafe

3600 ft

2960 S Norfolk St

Taqueria De Amigos

3600 ft

2974 S Norfolk St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient Location

Friendly Service

Limited Dining Options

Room Odor

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

6.7

Location

6.6

Service

6.6

Dining

5.3

2/5 based on 40 reviews

#12 of 12 hotels in San Mateo based on Tripadvisor

John

United States of America, June 2024

6.8/10

My stay at this hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were spacious and newly renovated with lovely carpet and furniture, making them very comfortable. The service was friendly and helpful, especially after 8 pm, and the presence of a bar with games added to the fun atmosphere. The location, while close to SFO, could be tricky to find, especially at night, due to odd signage. The dining options were limited, mainly consisting of self-service items like donut holes and instant oatmeal; however, the fresh, made-from-scratch pizza was a pleasant surprise. The facilities were decent overall.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very large, with new carpet and furniture, providing a comfortable stay.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and helpful, especially after 8 pm, and the bar with games added to the enjoyable experience.

Location

6.0

The proximity to SFO was convenient, but the hotel was a bit challenging to locate due to odd daytime signage, let alone at night.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were limited to self-serve items like donut holes and instant oatmeal; however, the fresh pizza was a nice surprise.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory, offering self-service dining and a bar with games for entertainment.

Ian

United Kingdom, May 2024

5.0/10

The hotel's location was convenient in the Bay Area, although it was hard to find. The rooms were not as clean as expected; there was hair on the blanket, and the bathroom had a strong odor. The service was not up to par, with staff being rude and unhelpful. The dining options were limited to basic items like instant oatmeal and coffee.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were not as clean as expected and had a strong odor in the bathroom.

Service

5.0

The service was disappointing, with rude and unhelpful staff members.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location was convenient in the Bay Area, but it was hard to find.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited to basic items like instant oatmeal and coffee.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were basic and did not stand out.

Georgina

United Kingdom, May 2024

6.2/10

The hotel offers spacious and clean rooms, though the smell of chlorine can be overwhelming at times. The friendly service made my stay comfortable, but noise from the freeway was a drawback. The location is convenient, close to various amenities, yet a bit sketchy. The dining options were limited, mainly consisting of instant oatmeal packages and coffee. The facilities were decent, but the lack of air conditioning was disappointing.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were larger than expected and very clean, equipped with a microwave, fridge, and updated TV.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and helpful, offering me a refund as requested.

Location

6.0

The location was very convenient, close to a mall, freeway, and gas stations, though it seemed a bit sketchy.

Dining

5.0

The dining consisted mainly of instant oatmeal packages and coffee.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were average with some noticeable shortcomings like the lack of air conditioning.

Arthur

United States of America, April 2024

6.4/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The room was clean and had all the necessary amenities, but there were some cleanliness issues and maintenance issues with the toilet. The service was friendly and accommodating, offering a refund for the inconvenience. The location was convenient, although the noise from the freeway was a downside. The dining options were limited but self-service. The facilities were decent overall.

Rooms

6.0

The room was clean and had TV, internet, and a microwave, but there were cleanliness issues like hair in the blanket and a broken toilet.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and offered a refund for the inconveniences we faced.

Location

7.0

The location was convenient, close to SFO and a bus stop, but the noise from the freeway was bothersome.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were limited to instant oatmeal packages and coffee, but there was plenty available for self-service.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had basic facilities, but nothing extraordinary.

Richard

United Kingdom, February 2024

6.8/10

The hotel offers comfy rooms, but noise from outside can be a disturbance. Service varies, with some staff being unhelpful, while others excel in customer service. The location is convenient and close to shopping centers, but improvements in maintenance are needed. The dining options are basic, and the facilities are decent.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfy, but noise from outside could be a downside.

Service

6.0

The service was a mix, with some staff members not very helpful while others were great at customer service.

Location

8.0

The location is good, close to hillsdale shopping center and with easy access to public transport.

Dining

6.0

The dining mostly consisted of basic self-serve options, with limited variety.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities need some maintenance and improvements.

Andy

United States of America, February 2024

6.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were adequate and clean, but the lack of proper cooling made it uncomfortable at times. The service was friendly and accommodating, although there was an unfortunate incident with the technician. The location was convenient for my needs, but there were issues with maintenance in the surrounding area. The dining options were limited, with basic offerings. Overall, a decent stay with room for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and had essential amenities like a TV, internet, fridge, and microwave. However, the cooling was insufficient, and the windows and rugs needed attention.

Service

8.0

The service was friendly and accommodating overall. There was a slight issue with a technician, but the staff handled it well.

Location

7.0

The location was convenient for my needs, close to where I needed to go and with easy access to amenities like a mall and the freeway. However, the area could benefit from maintenance.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited to basic offerings like oatmeal and coffee. Not very impressive.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were adequate but could use some improvement in maintenance.

Louise

United States of America, December 2023

7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were comfortable but had a few issues like missing window screens and noise from the freeway. The service was friendly, and the bar with games was a nice touch. The location was convenient for my needs, but the dining options were limited. Overall, a decent stay with some ups and downs.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, despite lacking some amenities like Internet and window screens, were comfortable during my stay. However, there was a noticeable smell of cat pee.

Service

8.0

I interacted with a friendly and helpful staff member who promised to address my room issue promptly.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was very convenient, close to essential amenities and right off the freeway, which was great for accessibility.

Dining

6.0

The complimentary breakfast was limited to instant oatmeal packages and sweet rolls, not offering much variety. However, smoothies were a nice touch.

Facilities

8.0

The presence of a bar with fun games like pool, shuffleboard, and dartboard added entertainment value to the stay.

Convenient Location

Limited Dining Options

Connor

United Kingdom, October 2023

6.8/10

The hotel is conveniently located next to the airport and close to In & Out Burger, offering easy access to various amenities in the area. The rooms are clean and well-equipped, although the noise from the freeway can be disruptive. The service is friendly and accommodating. The dining options are basic but sufficient, with self-help options available. Overall, it's a budget-friendly choice for a stay in this location.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and had all the necessary amenities such as a microwave, fridge, and updated TV. However, the noise from the freeway was quite loud due to a missing window screen.

Service

8.0

The service was very friendly and accommodating, and the staff ensured a pleasant stay despite the noisy surroundings.

Location

6.0

The hotel, although needing some maintenance, offers a very convenient location close to the mall, freeway, gas stations, and other facilities in the area. However, it might not be the safest choice for late-night outdoor activities.

Dining

6.0

The dining options consisted of basic offerings like oatmeal packages and coffee, but they were sufficient for a quick meal. The self-help setup provided plenty of choices.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities are decent, catering to basic needs without any luxurious amenities. However, for the price in this location, it offers good value for money.

David

United States of America, June 2023

5.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. While the rooms were comfortable despite some cleanliness issues, the service was pleasant but lacked prompt resolution of issues. The location was convenient in terms of access but felt unsafe at night. The dining options were limited, and the facilities were basic.

Rooms

6.0

The room was comfortable when we were there, but cleanliness could have been better. There was hair in the blanket, and the toilet was broken.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly, but the staff was unable to fix the room issues promptly.

Location

5.0

The hotel's location was right off the freeway, which was convenient for our travels around the Bay Area. However, it was hard to find during the day, and we didn't feel safe outside at night.

Dining

5.0

The dining options consisted of basic items like instant oatmeal packages and coffee, lacking variety.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel had minimal facilities, and improvements were needed in terms of maintenance and updating.

Jon

United Kingdom, June 2023

5.8/10

My stay was a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were friendly to people yelling in the courtyard outside my room, well stacked with all personal needs, but cleanliness was just okay. However, the price was fair considering what was offered.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were okay clean and had everything I needed. They were fine for my stay.

Service

5.0

I had a bit of a mixed experience with the service. While the staff member who answered the phone was great at customer service, another staff member was quite rude when I needed assistance and didn't handle the situation well.

Location

6.0

The location of the hotel was a bit strange and hard to find during the day, which made it challenging to navigate. However, it was close to the airport and convenient for getting around during my trip.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was average. There were some self-help options, but nothing exceptional. The finger food offered was not very impressive.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were decent overall. There were some amenities available, but nothing extraordinary.

friendly staff

mixed service