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Hillsdale Inn

3.0 star property
Start your morning with a continental breakfast, then choose between poolside relaxation or exploring nearby attractions.

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Situated near San Francisco Bay, Hillsdale Inn welcomes guests with a continental breakfast, outdoor pool, and lobby refreshments. Multilingual staff assist while rooms offer comforts like flat-screen TVs and refrigerators for snacks and drinks.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in South San Mateo, a neighborhood in San Mateo, Hillsdale Inn is near the airport and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Silicon Valley. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stanford Stadium or Bay Club Broadway Tennis and Pickleball. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our San Mateo travel guide
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477 E Hillsdale Blvd, San Mateo, CA, 94403

What's nearby

  • Bay Meadows Park
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Los Prados Park
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Hillsdale Shopping Center
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • San Mateo County Event Center
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Casanova Park
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Hillsdale Station
    12 min walk
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blue Bottle Coffee
    14 min walk
  • The Cheesecake Factory
    14 min walk
  • Flores
    18 min walk
  • Fieldwork Brewing Company
    15 min walk
  • Mendocino Farms
    8 min walk

About this property

Hillsdale Inn

Inn near San Francisco Bay
Hillsdale Inn provides free continental breakfast and more.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Multilingual staff, ATM/banking services, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A vending machine and free newspapers
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

Hillsdale Inn
Hillsdale Inn San Mateo
Hillsdale Inn Inn
Hillsdale Inn San Mateo
Hillsdale Inn Inn San Mateo

Frequently asked questions

Does Hillsdale Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hillsdale Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hillsdale Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hillsdale Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hillsdale Inn located?

Located in South San Mateo, this inn is within 1 mi (2 km) of San Mateo County Event Center, Hillsdale Shopping Center, and Los Prados Park. Fresenius Medical Care at San Mateo Medical Center Apheresis and Leo J. Ryan Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). Hillsdale Station is 12 minutes by foot and Hayward Park Station is 30 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hillsdale Inn Reviews

5.0

5.4

Cleanliness

5.6

Location

6.0

Staff & service

4.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 935 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 935 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 187 out of 935 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 197 out of 935 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 313 out of 935 reviews

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed? A little

We we not even sure we had gotten the right room. The beds were not queen size like in the reservation. 1 made a terrible amount of noise when you moved around on it. The cleanliness was questionable. The pool had very limited hours but looked clean. Overall a NO frills place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best at a reasonable price. Hands down.

A very nice hotel for the price. I would book again every time. It was quiet. Clean linen. I got a nice sized room with balcony, there was a nice pool and a bench complete with bhuda statue. Hotel owner was very helpful with booking and checkin times and went the extra mile helping with my late check in. Very nice well kept hotel. I encountered not a single issue or anything seedy. A genuinely nice budget hotel that i hope stays around, even with a change in ownership. Would have loved to see the sports bar up and running. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a good night sleep nice and clean room thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nothing that i would say i liked the property was discosting with squocky bed and cocroches in the room and no wakeup call or front desk after 8 pm till 10 am no breakfast and no AC stuff eas stolen from my car in the parking lot but they told me thair are not responsible the shower was dirty bathrooms ware not sanitysed bed was making squicky noises and was super unconfirtible staff ware rude and unprofessional the roof looked like it had a leak at some point but nobody cared to fix it no dining or room service was provided
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wow, these guys are something else. If I could give negative stars I would! Service and attitude was so bad it turned comical! Almost straight out of a bad sitcom! We were about 130 miles from the location when some lady named Stephanie called and said if we don't get there by 8pm our hotel room would expire and we wouldn't get our money back. First off, there was nowhere on the expedia website that stated this under the hotel description. If we knew we would have made sure to get there sooner. This Steph lady was rude and unnecessarily combative. We decided to stop and stay somewhere else that night but arrived at the hotel the next day. Once there we found out Stephanie wasn't even the manager as she had lied she was. I also purchased breakfast with the room and get this...yall ready? She said there's a coffee maker in your room and here's a packet of oatmeal! Lord I can't make this up! We stayed the second night because we were too tired to find another hotel but please please please stay away from this place! I don't even know how it's still in business! I have to now request a refund from my credit card company. I don't understand how this type of fraud businesses verified by expedia and offering to people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Their Wi-Fi signal didn't reach the room, it was only available around the front desk area. Tried to call the front desk from the room several times and they never pick up. No AC in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like their daily house keeping room is clean and tidy
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the carpet was very smelly and the place overall needs maintenance, looks dirty
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
big room with refrigerator and microwave; good price and nice a quiet
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I've been staying here for almost a year and it's perfect for my needs. Let me make this clear for the price don't expect too much out of this place. Beds are comfortable and house keeping is done daily but there's no a/c. They do provide a plug in fan & heater. Everything works its just an old place you still get a regular standard key to open room. Room comes with tv microwave mini fridge and a coffee maker. Rooms are pretty standard and convenient but if you're looking for something modern and up to date, luxury this is definitely not your choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

I never see the Hillsdale Inn don’t have air conditioning and heater They used small heater and regular air Not phone call in office Not good for stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es un buen lugar, un poco antiguo quizás, pero las habitaciones muy acogedoras.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ignacio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Hillsdale Stay

Front office is amazing and very helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Travler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean ,old and no internet during the 3 days that I stayed there. Good location nice people at the reception.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Best front desk employee’s we’ve come acrossso far

Mia & Krista both front desk are amazing! They will accommodate anyway they can. Always with a smile! Place it’s self is older but for the price it’s just what ya need! Fridge & microwave in your room as well with no extra charge nor do you pay for parking or WiFi!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay we enjoy it we stay there for working purposes. Its clean everything works fine. Plenty of parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
PRICE. LOCATION. CLEAN. CUSTOMER SERVICE.PARKING.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and Affordable

Based on the low price for the area and the run-down exterior, I was expecting a dirty, broken room; however, I was very surprised how clean the room was. Fairly new carpet, clean walls and floors, decent bathroom and shower, working fridge and microwave.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disgusting facility, need upgrade, at least a little paint and cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Internet Wifi was very unstable. Facility is very old...
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cleaning is impeccable and everyone is nice. In the process of getting better. Easy to find and close to many stores and restaurants. The beds a little uncomfortable but the rooms are huge and has all the amenities you need when staying in a hotel
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sherrie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not clean enough. Microwave dirty when i got there things wernt probably ready
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible hotel. Not heated, you better bring your own heater. If you are on the first floor holes in bathroom windows will make you visible from outside especially in the evening, and you cannot completely close them!!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very cheap and I can see why... very ghetto looking, inside and outside, the bathtub was peeling off they definitely need to be remodeled, I wouldn’t stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff was excellent. But there were too many little things that got in the way, and I shouldn't have to deal with. The key didn't work, and got stuck in the door. The bathroom was DIRTY. Mold in the shower, something was leaking on the bathroom floor, and made it very slippery. I will not go back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020