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Cultural heritage and dining excellence

San Mateo has earned its reputation as the "City of Beautiful Homes" through residential districts like Glazenwood and Baywood, where Spanish Colonial Revival and Tudor Revival architecture lines tree-shaded streets. Downtown retains its historic commercial core with buildings spanning Art Deco to Spanish Colonial styles. The Japanese Tea Garden in Central Park stands as a remarkable cultural landmark—designed in 1966 by Nagao Sakurai of Tokyo's Imperial Palace, this 1-acre garden features a granite pagoda, koi pond, and bamboo grove offering contemplative escape. The city's culinary reputation centers on exceptional Japanese cuisine, with Michelin-starred establishments like Sushi Yoshizumi and Wakuriya drawing discerning diners from across the Bay Area.

Strategic Silicon Valley positioning

Located just 10 miles south of San Francisco International Airport, San Mateo functions as an ideal Peninsula base. The electrified Caltrain system connects you to San Francisco in 29 minutes and Silicon Valley tech hubs with reliable, traffic-free service. Business travelers appreciate proximity to major corporations and the San Mateo County Event Center, while Bay Meadows offers modern mixed-use developments with tech offices and dining options.

Beyond the city

Day trips expand your Peninsula experience significantly. Half Moon Bay's coastal scenery lies 20 minutes west, while Filoli's formal gardens in Woodside showcase Georgian revival elegance. The Bay Trail at Coyote Point provides waterfront paths for morning runs with skyline views, and Hillsdale Shopping Center delivers luxury retail when you need urban conveniences.

Frequently Asked Questions about San Mateo

Can I book hotels in San Mateo on Delta Stays using miles?

Yes, you can use your Delta miles for your hotel reservation in San Mateo, or you can opt for a miles-plus-cash combination to provide more booking options. When you log in to your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will also discover Member offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in San Mateo?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. You will also enjoy access to special Member offers at select properties, and have the flexibility to pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. Simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash to ensure you earn your miles. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

What is the policy to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Each property maintains its own cancellation policy. We recommend reviewing the specific cancellation policy displayed under each hotel's details before completing your reservation. Some rates may be refundable, while others may be non-refundable. Any modifications or cancellations to your reservation may affect the number of miles you earn and receive in your account.

Can my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card be used for booking?

Your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card offers enhanced mileage earning potential along with a suite of benefits, including an annual statement credit up to $200 that can be utilized for prepaid accommodations when booking through Delta Cars and Stays. Note that terms apply to these offerings. Learn more about your benefits at the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Periodically, Delta Stays offers opportunities for SkyMiles Members to accumulate Medallion® Qualification Dollars through hotel and vacation rental reservations completed using Delta Stays. For the most current MQD earning opportunities and their associated requirements, we recommend visiting the dedicated Delta Stays MQD Offer page where you can review all available offers and their corresponding terms and conditions.

In order to book a hotel on Delta Stays, do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member?

No, Delta Stays is available to everyone for hotel bookings. However, by becoming a SkyMiles Member, you will unlock the ability to earn miles and access Member-only prices and offers. As a SkyMiles Member, you will receive 2 miles per $1 spent through Delta Cars and Stays (not including taxes and other charges). Joining the SkyMiles program is entirely free. Register today by visiting the delta.com.

On Delta Stays, can I book a vacation rental?

Yes, beyond traditional hotels, Delta Stays provides an extensive collection of vacation rentals for your travel needs. You can explore a variety of homes, condos, and distinctive accommodations powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

What's a good time of year to visit San Mateo?

To experience San Mateo during great weather, visit in September when temperatures average 65°F with clear skies and no rain. For off-peak prices and hotel deals, consider January when temperatures reach 50°F with cloudy skies, light rain, and fewer visitors.

Which hotels in San Mateo are located closest to Coyote Point Park?

Coyote Point Recreation Area offers bay views where you can explore the castle-themed Magic Mountain Playground and watch planes land at nearby SFO. CuriOdyssey's interactive exhibits add discovery. One popular hotel is Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront which is steps away. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within a short drive.

Which hotels in San Mateo are near Hillsdale Shopping Center?

This revitalized shopping destination brings together 130+ stores with entertainment venues like Pinstripes and Cinepolis theater. Weekday mornings offer a more relaxed experience. Popular hotels include Hotel Nia, Autograph Collection which is a short drive away. Park James is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within a short drive.

Which hotels in San Mateo are located closest to Ice Center at San Mateo?

This year-round indoor rink welcomes skaters of all levels for public sessions and private events. Check the schedule ahead, as public skate times rotate with league play. Popular hotels include Hotel Nia, Autograph Collection which is a short drive away. Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within a short drive.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar