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Fantastic Central Location in Downtown San Mateo

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An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, cushioned seating, and a central table.
A brown sofa with teal pillows and a laptop on a wooden table.
A kitchen with a black cabinet containing dishes, glasses, and a clock.
A kitchen with a stainless steel stove, oven, and dishwasher.
A dining area with a round table, four chairs, a bowl of fruit, a coffee maker, and a microwave on the counter.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • At the center of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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San Mateo, CA
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Coyote Point Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Poplar Creek Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Fantastic Central Location in Downtown San Mateo

Experience everything the Bay Area has to offer with this centrally located, remodeled unit just steps away from the downtown San Mateo restaurant scene. Hop on CalTrain, only three blocks away, and head into the City to take in a baseball game, museums, or perhaps a play. The Airport is 10 minutes away and you can commute by train to San Francisco or Silicon Valley.

Enjoy working out? This unit is within walking distance of Orange Theory Fitness, Equinox, and several yoga studios. The San Francisco bay front trail and Mariners Point Golf Center is a 5-minute drive.

Unit 3 is fully furnished unit offers all of the comforts of home including the following:

• 2 bedrooms 1 bath (queen bed in the master, queen bed in the 2nd bedroom)
• Open concept in the updated kitchen and living room
• Flat screen TV in both living room and master bedroom
• Dishwasher
• Washer and dryer located in the unit
• Air Conditioning
• One parking space
• Outdoor barbecue area
• Directv
• Free high-speed internet

San Mateo is located roughly half way between San Francisco and San Jose by car.

Easy access to highways 101, 280, and 92. Walking distance to CalTrain.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours 10PM to 8AM.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1282140
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

San Mateo

North Central, a neighborhood in San Mateo, is home to this apartment. Shoppers can check out Stanford Shopping Center, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of San Francisco Bay and Silicon Valley. Coyote Point Park and CuriOdyssey are also worth visiting.
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San Mateo, CA

What's nearby

  • Central Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The San Mateo Japanese Garden - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Coyote Point Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Washington Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Poplar Creek Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • San Mateo Station - 7 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport Station - 15 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Molly Tea - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rise Woodfire - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Philz Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kajiken 歌志軒 - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Fantastic Central Location in Downtown San Mateo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Downtown San Mateo, walk to CalTrain?

As of Jul 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown San Mateo, walk to CalTrain on Sep 7, 2026 start from $280, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fantastic Central Location in Downtown San Mateo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantastic Central Location in Downtown San Mateo?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fantastic Central Location in Downtown San Mateo located?

Located in North Central, this apartment building is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Mills Health Center - Sutter Health and 1.9 mi (3 km) from San Francisco Bay. Central Park and Coyote Point Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). San Mateo Station is 7 minutes by foot and Burlingame Station is 26 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Very clean accommodations in a nice, quiet neighborhood. Would like to stay again next time we visit the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable, great location in San Mateo.

Lovely property, very clean and comfortable for 2-3 people. Easy to walk to downtown, parks, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Family Visit

Nice place. Meet our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Judy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Updated and lovely home. Parking available but very close quarters. Close to wonderful restaurant choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot close to San Mateo

Love the location. Property was very nicely furnished. Comfortable beds and a kitchen that you can use. I would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

fernando l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Enjoy our stay

Clean property and we enjoyed the stay. Walking distance to downtown Mateo. Lots of restaurants to choose from and felt safe walking around the area. I would recommend this place if anyone is looking to stay around San Mateo.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

California wedding trip

Great location. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good for work trip

Needed place by downtown San Mateo for a work trip. The location worked well with little fuss.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will be back

Gracious host and great property, everything was as described in the listing. Great location blocks from downtown San Mateo and the neighborhood was cool. Definitely will return to this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Walking distance to downtown San Mateo.

Comfortable stay. Very clean. Full kitchen and comfy bed. The location is great. Within walking distance to downtown and nice restaurants. Fifteen minute drive to SFO airport. I’ll be back. Thank you for a nice stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy San Mateo Holiday Retreat

Wonderful rental! Centrally located in downtown San Mateo. Walkable to coffee, grocery, restaurants and the train station. Well appointed kitchen (had everything we needed to make a holiday dinner and baked treats) and 2 roomy bedrooms. Beautiful backyard space with seating and fire table. Would Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wi-fi worked well. I'm not sure it was clear from the listing that the unit is upstairs, which was a down-side for my 83-year-old mother. But it was nice and private, kitchen was equipped well enough for us, and the washer and dryer was a nice bonus. Parking was available behind the building, but it was too tight for our Ford Transit van, so we used street parking, usually available within a couple blocks. Safe neighborhood. We couldn't figure out how to make the stopper work in the bathroom sink, so my husband struggled to shave, but maybe that was just us.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well appointed property

Very well maintained and exceptionally clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lia S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Some highs, some lows

Several good things about this stay: the owners were easy to contact and very responsive, the location was extremely convenient to downtown San Mateo and to the airport, and everything in the unit (bed, couch, desk area) was comfortable for living, working, and sleeping. However, the kitchen could have been better supplied (there were two coffeemakers but no kettle, limited plates and bowls so we had to hand wash daily, and no basic pantry staples such as cooking oil or salt), and the unit didn't seem clean – the bathroom storage area was covered in hair, and there was trash in the garbage cans when we arrived. The shared walls made this unit less quiet than we hoped, the promised "parking spot" was actually shared with other units as well, and there was a plumbing issue while we were there, although the owners were very apologetic and helped make it right for us quickly and appropriately.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Upstairs Apartment

The bedrooms are big and the whole place lives larger than the square footage. We enjoyed being walking distance to food and coffee. It was a great place for our working vacation.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2021

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