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Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo

37.547466, -122.309085
2 stars
2110 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA, 94403 United States ‎1-866-539-0036‎ | welcomerewards™

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    Overview of Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo

    Recently Renovated Hotel in San Mateo with Pool
    The hotel is located within minutes from the San Francisco International Airport, Downtown San Francisco, Golden Gate Park, Monster Park, San Mateo Expo Center, Downtown San Mateo, AT&T Park, Half Moon Bay, Oakland. They recently changed their ground floor rooms from carpet floors to beautiful hard wood floors. Although, a total renovation of this property was completed in March 2009 they have been updating the rooms with new beds and mattresses, lamp shades, wall papers, and new lightings.

    24 Hour Front Desk,Free Business Center,Free Wi-Fi
    Smoking and Non-smoking guest-rooms, Complimentary Continental Breakfast. Rooms are accessible via exterior corridors. A business center with print-outs/copy/ fax available.Event facilities measuring 1000 square feet include conference rooms and meeting rooms for small groups. An Outdoor Swimming Pool, multilingual staff, and coffee in the lobby. Onsite parking is complimentary. 24 Hour Front Desk, wake-up calls can be requested. On-site paid guest laundry and soda machine available

    Recently Renovated Hard Wood Floor Rooms
    Ground floor rooms have newly renovated hard wood floors. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels and free HBO. Complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access, free local and long distance calls, daily housekeeping and complimentary newspapers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Air conditioning, in-room safes, Iron & ironing boards, microwaves, coffee- makers and refrigerators are also included. Extra towels/bedding provided when requested.

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    3.4 out of 5 Good (124 reviews)
    (Neighborhood average 3.7)
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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
    Needed to do a lot in a few days. this being close to both Highway 101 and to very good local amenities made it a great place to stay. Staff extremely... friendly and helpful. by Seoul Dave  from Seoul, South Korea on 04/14/13

    Guest Rooms

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    1 Queen Bed Smoking

    Hotel Info: ‎1-866-539-8117‎

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    Room description

    • One Queen Bed
    Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A safe, a desk, and complimentary weekday newspapers are among the conveniences offered. This room is Smoking.

    Room Details

    • Access via exterior corridors
    • Air conditioning
    • Cable TV service
    • Climate control
    • Clock radio
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Complimentary toiletries
    • Complimentary weekday newspaper
    • Connecting / adjoining rooms available
    • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Dial-up Internet access (complimentary)
    • Direct-dial phone
    • Electronic/magnetic keys
    • ESPN
    • Extra towels/bedding
    • Free local calls
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Free wired high-speed Internet
    • Hair dryer
    • HBO
    • In-room safe
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Premium bedding
    • Rollaway/extra beds available
    • Wake-up calls

    Accessible 1 Queen Bed Non Smoking

    Hotel Info: ‎1-866-539-8117‎

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    Room description

    • One Queen Bed
    Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A safe, a desk, and complimentary weekday newspapers are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.

    Room Details

    • Access via exterior corridors
    • Air conditioning
    • Cable TV service
    • Climate control
    • Clock radio
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Complimentary toiletries
    • Complimentary weekday newspaper
    • Connecting / adjoining rooms available
    • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Dial-up Internet access (complimentary)
    • Direct-dial phone
    • Electronic/magnetic keys
    • ESPN
    • Extra towels/bedding
    • Free local calls
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Free wired high-speed Internet
    • Hair dryer
    • HBO
    • In-room safe
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Premium bedding
    • Rollaway/extra beds available
    • Wake-up calls

    1 Queen Bed Deluxe Non Smoking

    Hotel Info: ‎1-866-539-8117‎

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    Room description

    • One Queen Bed
    Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A safe, a desk, and complimentary weekday newspapers are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.

    Room Details

    • Access via exterior corridors
    • Air conditioning
    • Cable TV service
    • Climate control
    • Clock radio
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Complimentary toiletries
    • Complimentary weekday newspaper
    • Connecting / adjoining rooms available
    • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Dial-up Internet access (complimentary)
    • Direct-dial phone
    • Electronic/magnetic keys
    • ESPN
    • Extra towels/bedding
    • Free local calls
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Free wired high-speed Internet
    • Hair dryer
    • HBO
    • In-room safe
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Premium bedding
    • Rollaway/extra beds available
    • Wake-up calls

    1 Queen Bed Non Smoking

    Hotel Info: ‎1-866-539-8117‎

    See room information

    Room description

    • One Queen Bed
    Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A safe, a desk, and complimentary weekday newspapers are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.

    Room Details

    • Access via exterior corridors
    • Air conditioning
    • Cable TV service
    • Climate control
    • Clock radio
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Complimentary toiletries
    • Complimentary weekday newspaper
    • Connecting / adjoining rooms available
    • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Dial-up Internet access (complimentary)
    • Direct-dial phone
    • Electronic/magnetic keys
    • ESPN
    • Extra towels/bedding
    • Free local calls
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Free wired high-speed Internet
    • Hair dryer
    • HBO
    • In-room safe
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Premium bedding
    • Rollaway/extra beds available
    • Wake-up calls

    2 Doubles Deluxe Non Smoking

    Hotel Info: ‎1-866-539-8117‎

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    Room description

    • Two Double Beds
    Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A safe, a desk, and complimentary weekday newspapers are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.

    Room Details

    • Access via exterior corridors
    • Air conditioning
    • Cable TV service
    • Climate control
    • Clock radio
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Complimentary toiletries
    • Complimentary weekday newspaper
    • Connecting / adjoining rooms available
    • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Dial-up Internet access (complimentary)
    • Direct-dial phone
    • Electronic/magnetic keys
    • ESPN
    • Extra towels/bedding
    • Free local calls
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Free wired high-speed Internet
    • Hair dryer
    • HBO
    • In-room safe
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Premium bedding
    • Rollaway/extra beds available
    • Wake-up calls

    1 King Bed Non Smoking

    Hotel Info: ‎1-866-539-8117‎

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    Room description

    • One King Bed
    Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A safe, a desk, and complimentary weekday newspapers are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.

    Room Details

    • Access via exterior corridors
    • Air conditioning
    • Cable TV service
    • Climate control
    • Clock radio
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Complimentary toiletries
    • Complimentary weekday newspaper
    • Connecting / adjoining rooms available
    • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Dial-up Internet access (complimentary)
    • Direct-dial phone
    • Electronic/magnetic keys
    • ESPN
    • Extra towels/bedding
    • Free local calls
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Free wired high-speed Internet
    • Hair dryer
    • HBO
    • In-room safe
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Premium bedding
    • Rollaway/extra beds available
    • Wake-up calls

    2 Doubles Non Smoking

    Hotel Info: ‎1-866-539-8117‎

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    Room description

    • Two Double Beds
    Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A safe, a desk, and complimentary weekday newspapers are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.

    Room Details

    • Access via exterior corridors
    • Air conditioning
    • Cable TV service
    • Climate control
    • Clock radio
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Complimentary toiletries
    • Complimentary weekday newspaper
    • Connecting / adjoining rooms available
    • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Dial-up Internet access (complimentary)
    • Direct-dial phone
    • Electronic/magnetic keys
    • ESPN
    • Extra towels/bedding
    • Free local calls
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Free wired high-speed Internet
    • Hair dryer
    • HBO
    • In-room safe
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Premium bedding
    • Rollaway/extra beds available
    • Wake-up calls

    1 King Bed Smoking

    Hotel Info: ‎1-866-539-8117‎

    See room information

    Room description

    • One King Bed
    Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A safe, a desk, and complimentary weekday newspapers are among the conveniences offered. This room is Smoking.

    Room Details

    • Access via exterior corridors
    • Air conditioning
    • Cable TV service
    • Climate control
    • Clock radio
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Complimentary toiletries
    • Complimentary weekday newspaper
    • Connecting / adjoining rooms available
    • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Dial-up Internet access (complimentary)
    • Direct-dial phone
    • Electronic/magnetic keys
    • ESPN
    • Extra towels/bedding
    • Free local calls
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Free wired high-speed Internet
    • Hair dryer
    • HBO
    • In-room safe
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Premium bedding
    • Rollaway/extra beds available
    • Wake-up calls

    2 Double Beds Smoking

    Hotel Info: ‎1-866-539-8117‎

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    Room description

    • Two Double Beds
    Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable channels are offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is supplied. Bathroom amenities include complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer. A safe, a desk, and complimentary weekday newspapers are among the conveniences offered. This room is Smoking.

    Room Details

    • Access via exterior corridors
    • Air conditioning
    • Cable TV service
    • Climate control
    • Clock radio
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Complimentary toiletries
    • Complimentary weekday newspaper
    • Connecting / adjoining rooms available
    • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Dial-up Internet access (complimentary)
    • Direct-dial phone
    • Electronic/magnetic keys
    • ESPN
    • Extra towels/bedding
    • Free local calls
    • Free Wi-Fi
    • Free wired high-speed Internet
    • Hair dryer
    • HBO
    • In-room safe
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Premium bedding
    • Rollaway/extra beds available
    • Wake-up calls

    What you need to know

    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
      Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.

    • Pets not allowed
    • American Express
    • Diners Club
    • Discover
    • MasterCard
    • Visa
    • Check-in time starts at: 2 PM
    • Check-out time is: 11 AM

    • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Connecting/adjoining rooms may be available, subject to availability. Guests can request connecting/adjoining rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

    Amenities

    • General
    • Air-conditioned public areas
    • Computer station
    • Dial-up Internet access - complimentary
    • Elevator/lift
    • Microwave in lobby
    • Number of buildings/towers - 3
    • Number of floors - 2
    • Swimming pool - outdoor
    • Television in lobby
    • Total number of rooms - 57
    • See more facilities
      • Free Wi-Fi
      • Free wired high-speed Internet
      • Meeting facilities size (feet) - 1000
      • Meeting facilities size (meters) - 93
      • One meeting/conference room
    • Rooms (all rooms include)
    • Clock radio
    • Complimentary toiletries
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Electronic/magnetic keys
    • Extra towels/bedding
    • Hair dryer
    • In-room safe
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Rollaway/extra beds available
    • See more room details
      • Access via exterior corridors
      • Air conditioning
      • Cable TV service
      • Climate control
      • Coffee/tea maker
      • Complimentary weekday newspaper
      • Connecting / adjoining rooms available
      • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
      • Dial-up Internet access (complimentary)
      • Direct-dial phone
      • ESPN
      • Free local calls
      • Free Wi-Fi
      • Free wired high-speed Internet
      • HBO
      • Premium bedding
      • Wake-up calls
    • Services
    • Coffee/tea in lobby
    • Complimentary newspapers in lobby
    • Free breakfast
    • Free parking
    • Laundry facilities
    • Multilingual staff
    • Business & Event
    • 24-hour front desk
    • Accessibility Features**
    • Accessible bathroom
    • Accessible parking
    • Accessible path of travel

    **These amenities may be available only in some rooms or units. Some amenities may incur additional fees.

    Dining

    Guests are offered a complimentary hot and cold buffet breakfast.

    Recreation

    Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
    The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.


    • Aerobics nearby
    • Basketball nearby
    • Golf - driving range nearby
    • Golfing nearby
    • Golf lessons available nearby
    • Golf - miniature nearby
    • Hiking/biking trails nearby
    • Mountain biking nearby
    • Pilates classes/instruction nearby
    • Playground nearby
    • Racquetball/squash nearby
    • Running track/path nearby
    • Swimming on site
    • Tennis nearby
    • Volleyball nearby
    • Yoga classes/instruction nearby

    Notification and fees

    The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.


    • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15 per night
    • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

    Terms & conditions

    Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.

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    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    A short guide to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    SFO is conveniently located 12 miles south of San Francisco. BART, or the Bay Area Rapid Transit, links San Francisco International Airport with The City (as San Francisco is commonly known among locals). The airport is conveniently located to businesses in the north and residential and business communities to the south. Some of the leading biotech and Silicon Valley companies are within minutes of the airport.

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    Nearby Activities & Points of Interest

    Less than 0.5 miles

    • San Mateo Hayward Park Station - 600 yards

    0.50 - 1.0 mi

    • San Mateo County Event Center - 1000 yards
    • Hillsdale Shopping Center - 1300 yards
    • San Mateo Hillsdale Station - 1500 yards

    1.0 - 3.0 mi

    • San Mateo Station - 1.6 miles
    • Mariners Point Golf Center - 2.1 miles
    • Leo J. Ryan Park - 2.2 miles
    • Belmont Station - 2.5 miles
    • Peninsula Museum of Art - 2.7 miles
    • Poplar Creek Golf Course - 2.9 miles

    3.0+ mi

    • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 6.4 miles
    • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 13 miles
    • Oakland Convention Center Heliport (JCE) - 13 miles
    • Hayward Executive (HWD) - 13 miles
    • San Francisco China Basin Heliport (JCC) - 16 miles
    • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 24 miles
    • Sausalito Commodore Center Heliport (JMC) - 25 miles
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    • Family (11)
    • Friends (5)
    • Other (70)
    3.4 / 5
    Good

    Score breakdown (from 124 reviews)

    • 5.0
      (18)
    • 4.0
      (42)
    • 3.0
      (38)
    • 2.0
      (22)
    • 1.0
      (4)

    Average rating for:

    • Cleanliness
      3.6
    • Service
      3.6
    • Comfort
      3.4
    • Condition
      3.3

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    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      2.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night business trip in Apr 2013
    Tom
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    1.0 / 5
    Poor
    "not again"

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      1.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      1.0
    The shower would not work and the tub drain would not stop up. I had to take a sponge bath and almost missed my appointment. When I informed the man at the front desk, he seemed to blame me for knowing how to operate a shower or bath tub drain! Had he apologized and offered to reduce or wipe clean my bill, I would have been much happier customer and […] more likely to return but not again! Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night business trip in Apr 2013
    Rich
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Easy access to local Malls, restaurants and SF"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    Needed to do a lot in a few days. this being close to both Highway 101 and to very good local amenities made it a great place to stay. Staff extremely friendly and helpful.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    5 night trip in Apr 2013
    Seoul Dave
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Was great for the fairgrounds and places to eat"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    staff congenial brekfat leaves something to be desired. Very little for diabetics or those with glueton alergies
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night business trip in Mar 2013
    john
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "Ok for a quick emergency stay but not for leisure"

    • Cleanliness
      2.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      2.0
    The hotel is ok for a quick emergency stay for men. Does not feel safe for family at all. The neighbourhood does not seem to be safe. Also, the price seems expensive in comparison to what you get. I have stayed at better places with the same prices.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    7 night business trip in Mar 2013
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    2.0 / 5
    Fair
    "They told me they didn't even have king-sized beds"

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      2.0
    • Comfort
      1.0
    • Condition
      2.0
    The front desk tried to blame Hotels.com for having the wrong information about their hotel. They gave me to double bed, instead of the king bed I had paid for. Hotels.com was great, gave me a credit and called the hotel to find out if they really had no rooms with King-sized beds. (Of course, they did.) I will not be staying here again.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Feb 2013
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    5 night trip in Feb 2013
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "In a pinch..its okay"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    Close to the SF Airport. Lower floors were being re-done so we could not have a lower level room..also the elevator was broken. ( not happy, as I am disabled ) Could not get the room heater to heat up..all it did was blow cold air.. so, we froze all night.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Jan 2013
    Beverly
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    2.0 / 5
    Fair
    "to much money for what you get."

    • Cleanliness
      2.0
    • Service
      2.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      2.0
    good if your a truck driver not for a family?
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night trip in Dec 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    2.0 / 5
    Fair
    "Not great"

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      1.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      2.0
    The best thing about it was the maid service. They did a good job . Construction was going on constantly. Something we should have been told about up front when we booked. And non smoking means you can smoke in front of your room and everyone else ' s so the smoke travels into the rooms when you open your doors.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    6 night trip with friends in Dec 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    2.0 / 5
    Fair
    "Don't be duped by the photos.."

    • Cleanliness
      2.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      2.0
    The photos looked fantastic but once you go to the hotel, you realize it's a converted motel. A lot of details are disappointing - peeling wall paper and some smell in the bathroom. The bed is comfortable though.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Dec 9, 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "A decent hotel for a family"

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      2.0
    The staff was kind and helpful. I was trying to find a scale to measure the weights of my baggages and they borrowed one for me for a few days.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Dec 2, 2012
    peter
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "Reasonable for its price"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    Convenient, close to the freeway and shopping areas, room was small but newly renovated and comfortable. Elevator was out of order, stairs could be steep for some, not all front desk staff was cheerful or courteous. Breakfast was simple (bagels, bread, oat meal, and fruits). Shower staff has no place to hold soup, shampoo and conditioner. They must […] be placed on the floor. Overall, do not mind staying there again because of its convenience and being close to the people we were visiting.. Read more
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Nov 27, 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    4 night trip in Nov 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    2.0 / 5
    Fair

    • Cleanliness
      2.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    I originally had planned to stay two nights (had only reserved one night, but had spoken to clerk upon my arrival about possibly one more night), but when I went to make coffee, the grounds were still there as well as coffee in the pot from some previous guest....I decided one night was enough. Also, the parking is very tight and crowded.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Oct 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    2.0 / 5
    Fair

    • Cleanliness
      2.0
    • Service
      2.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      2.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night business trip in Oct 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night business trip in Oct 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Oct 2012
    Thomas
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Our San Mateo Experience"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    We loved the location and we would book here again. The free breakfast was great also.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Oct 24, 2012
    C J
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    2.0 / 5
    Fair

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      2.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      2.0
    very noisy, very limited parking
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night business trip in Oct 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Cute little place with beds made of angel wings"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    THE GOOD: - tasteful room decor (no scary psychedelic bedspreads!) - sheets were clean and so soft it was like sleeping on a large kitten - nice-sized flat screen tv - fridge, microwave, coffee maker, blow dryer - bathroom spacious and comfortable THE MEH: - tiny and uninspiring breakfast of pre-packaged pastries, bagels, cereal and instant oatmeal - […] not that I was considering swimming in October, but the pool was tiny and right off the street...kinda...uncool - room was on the smaller end of acceptable THE ANNOYING: - stayed for three nights, had to go back and get my key card reprogrammed EVERY NIGHT - maid came around at about 8:30am (she was very nice); when told to please GO AWAY, she smiled, nodded, then proceeded to return every 45 minutes. She is VERY DETERMINED to clean (though I will note she did a great job once we finally left). Use your DO NOT DISTURB sign or it will happen to you. OVERALL: Nothing to complain overmuch about. A nice little hotel in a moderate and unassuming neighborhood near downtown San Mateo. It ain't a Double Tree, but if you're used to Motel 6 or the like, it's quite a treat. Seriously, look at the pictures. It looks like that. Really. Convenient, quiet, clean, and recommended if not with enthusiasm, definitely without reservation. Read more
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Oct 8, 2012
    Toni
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Comfortable for a business traveler."

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    It's a motel, basically, but the bed was comfortable and the bathroom was clean and sufficient. Flat screen, HD TV with cable. Coffeemaker worked well and coffee is provided. LIght switch inside door did not work, but it was easy enough to turn on a lamp once inside. The only chair was a rolling, leather desk chair. I never ate breakfast there so I […] don't know how that was. Read more
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Sep 28, 2012
    Dave
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "New Floors - Nice Place"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    I stayed for 10 days. Very nice staff & clean room with new floor. Only downside was that the water pressure for the shower is too lite. The pool looked great being outside, it was too cold for my tastes. For the price it has a good mix of expected amenities.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    8 night family trip in Sep 2012
    T. Miller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "No frills-good value with a few caveats"

    • Cleanliness
      2.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    This is a no frills hotel. If you want more stay elsewhere. That said for the class of hotel that it is I was very happy with it. And the bed was super comfy. If you are planning to use public transport be aware that the nearest train station is a little sketchy to get to (I didn't try it at night) and the other is pretty far. Also be prepared for around […] 1.75 hr comute in and out if the city and plan ahead for nights and weekends. I probably will for someplace closer to the city next time, but I was perfectly happy with the hotel for what it was. Read more
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Sep 26, 2012
    Travelingfeet
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "1-week stay at San Mateo"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    I stayed in this hotel for a week for business purpose. The apartment was all the way to the back of the building, therefore I was able to rest without much noise and disturbance in the morning. Quite comfortable bed and clean room. GREAT location, especially since I had to drive all around from San Mateo to Mountain View areas. Will definitely come […] back again. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    5 night business trip in Sep 2012
    JK
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night trip in Sep 2012
    Scott
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "good times"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Value priced hotel. Had a good time.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night trip in Sep 2012
    papabear
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "Great for the price"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Appears recently remodeled; both bedroom & bathroom updated and clean; housekeeping done properly; towels somewhat worned out (but clean); room is small (which is fine) but because of that, it gets very stuffy. Windows don't open; need to close blinds all the time (people pass by your room); I stayed there because my house was being fumigated; great […] place to stay for my purpose - when you have to be out of your house and don't want to spend a lot of money Read more
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Sep 5, 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "Howard Johnson"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    It was an average hotel, nothing superb about it but nothing bad.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Aug 28, 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    ""average""

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    Overall it was a pleasent experiance very clean. Comfortable. Great resturants near by. Close to transpertation services. :-)
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Aug 28, 2012
    Jacob
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Comfy beds"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    Most everything was fine. But there was some wallpaper that was starting to peel. Just a maintenance thing that gives a bad impression. The beds were very comfortable though, so above all, that's the most important to me.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Aug 15, 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Great hotel with a great price"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    The hotel was clean and our room was really nice. It was just a little small but awesome quality for the price.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Aug 10, 2012
    Ann
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Not bad."

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    My only critism is that the cleaning staff seemed to slack some. I noticed this on more than one occasion. One instance they forgot to re stock toilet paper which I had to call the front desk for.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Aug 10, 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    The front desk clerk was rude when I told her that I can't iron my clothes because there was black tart (gooey) all over the iron bottom. I asked her to replace the iron. She told me she will, but never replace it for the entire 6 days that I was there. Over all my stay was good.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    6 night family trip in Jul 2012
    BL
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    2.0 / 5
    Fair
    "details................"

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    coffee in the room but no sugar and cream. waited forever for hot water in the shower.........discoved that the valve was plumbed backwards........hot was cold and cold is hot. toilet seat was ill fitted..........moved around on the bowl. was awakened at 7:15 am Sunday by housekeeping vacuming a room close by...........comon, really???
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Aug 2012
    Pops
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "close to all sites"

    • Cleanliness
      2.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      2.0
    The stay was comfortable but the oom was dirty. There was a weird smell in tha bathroom for all the 3 days. When we opened the towel , there was a big spider in it. The location is good but the cleanliness is something to be concerned about.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night trip in Aug 2012
    Rinku
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Good but small"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Rooms are well equipped but small. Staff is friendly and accommodating. Breakfast selection very plentiful. The only slight negative is the DISH TV hookup--not many regular stations available and not an easy system to navigate thru
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jul 21, 2012
    Anne
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "good place to stay"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    nice location if you attend meeting at san mateo fair ground. new remodeling, nice bed and arm sofa. I ask for the room away from street on the back end. it was quiet and secure. nice..
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jul 9, 2012
    business
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Great gem in SF"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    PROS: The bed was EXTREMELY comfortable, the bed sheets and towels were the softest of any linens at any hotel Ive ever stayed at (which, over the years, adds up to be a ton), and the room was exceptionally clean. CONS: They had obviously been doing renovations, which appeared a bit shotty/rushed in some areas of the bathroom ceiling and walls around […] the shower. The bathroom was very clean, but the patchwork was not the best, and detracted from the room a bit. It is a bit of a drive into downtown SF/attractions (~20-30 min), but ease to and from freeways is nice, and public transportation is a great option if desired. Parking at the hotel is quite tight as well. Employees were fine when encountered, but we over our four day stay we did not see many, which is the only reason I rated it a 3 (I didnt have enough data to rate low or high). Finally, their "complimentary" breakfast might as well have been non-existent--the options were two choices of cereal and a handful of pastries/bagels. My husband and I just stocked up the fridge in the room and used the microwave when needed and were fine with that, but for those of you that expect to get full on the breakfast here, I would highly recommend having a backup plan. Overall, though, this is a great hotel (the pros FAR outweight the cons), and I would absolutely recommend it and would stay here again myself should I ever find myself in the area again. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    5 night family trip in Jun 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "one issue"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Stayed at this property many times in the past and was satisfied with everything, When I entered my room this time the entry light was not working which I reported to the front desk. Not fixed 2nd day and again reported to front desk not fixed and reported again. When I checked out on the 4th morning the front desk could have cared less with this issue […] - too bad. Not a big deal but their lack of response has turned me off on this property. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night business trip in Jun 2012
    Steve
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "an average stay"

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Good location, but bad parking lot. Nothing to do around the area exept maybe the mall.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jun 24, 2012
    Jae
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "Good hotel for the money."

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Clearn comfortable room at a very good price. Only two problems: First, there was no power to about half the outlets in the room. Second, the neighborhood was not great. It was fine in the day time, but was hesitant to venture out after dark.
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Jun 13, 2012
    LG
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good
    "Close to Airport"

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      2.0
    • Comfort
      2.0
    • Condition
      2.0
    Room was clean and the TV was excellent. Our room was close to the road and you could hear the traffic going by. We also had a noisy neighbor. The remodeled bathroom did not have a soap holder and the vent did not work. The office/ breakfast room is very tiny and cramped with only 4 tables. We used this location to be close to SFO.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night business trip in Apr 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    1.0 / 5
    Poor
    "moldy and bad service"

    • Cleanliness
      1.0
    • Service
      1.0
    • Comfort
      1.0
    • Condition
      1.0
    When I checked in, the staff told me that the next day some cable guy was going to come through my room between 10 and 5 to do some work. They refused to schedule around occupancy even though I was paying for the room! The motel room door itself was moldy as was the bathroom window. Everything was stripped down. Don't expect much. I only stayed the […] first night and got out of the next 2 nights. I'll never pick a HoJo again. Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night business trip in Apr 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent
    "Just Fine For The Price"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      4.0
    Motel is clearly made over from some previously run-down condition, but its exterior is very nice. The room on the inside was apparently refurbished--and very clean--but had some odd repairs like badly patched holes in the bathroom door. The bed was actually very comfortable--we slept very well all three nights. Outside noise from other guests was quite […] audible at night, and as this is a budget motel you can imagine that some of your neighbors might be less polite about nighttime noise than you might prefer. Parking was free, which is nice for the Bay Area, but again leads to other issues with the adjacent guests likely to stay here. The free breakfast was of the "you get what you pay for" variety, with a few bland cereal choices, oatmeal packets, cellophane pastries, bread and bagels. I wouldn't try to keep the kids happy here, but for my wife and I this was a comfortable "base of operations on a budget." Read more
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    3 night trip in Apr 2012
    A Traveller
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    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      2.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    2 night trip in Apr 2012
    A Traveller
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    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    5.0 / 5
    Outstanding
    "Worth the price, clean and comfortable"

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      5.0
    • Comfort
      5.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    The rooms were clean, staff nice, beds really comfortable, plus the tv was new and a good size with a cable box with plenty of channels, microwave, fridge, coffee maker, and iron. The free breakfast was ok, enough to save money eating out till lunch. Clean pool even though too cold outside to swim (april). The location is off the freeway but is a little […] distance from main SF attractions like pier 39, but the quality of the room and the price is worth the extra 15 minute drive compared if I stayed somewhere else (like the airport rooms more money). Would deffiantly recommend to someone wanting to have a vacation on a budget. Read more
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Apr 5, 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    2.0 / 5
    Fair
    "Some issues we had."

    • Cleanliness
      3.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      1.0
    Two big items were that the electrical plugs in two places in the room were faulty. One didn't work at all, and the other one was just loose. Also, the hot water was TOO hot. I told the manager about this because it is not only a safety hazard, they waste a LOT of energy because of this. This should be an easy fix, just by turning down the hot water […] heater temperature control. The water for the shower would go from cold to scalding hot, making it VERY difficult to control it. Also, because of the shower head, there was a very slow response time. Otherwise, the room was clean, but there was not a dresser where you could put stuff on. The dresser had the TV on it. Read more
    Genuine Expedia guest review
    Other trip
    Feb 12, 2012
    Sacdos
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    3.0 / 5
    Good

    • Cleanliness
      4.0
    • Service
      3.0
    • Comfort
      3.0
    • Condition
      3.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    1 night trip in Jan 2012
    A Traveller
    US

    Howard Johnson Express San Mateo - San Mateo
    4.0 / 5
    Excellent

    • Cleanliness
      5.0
    • Service
      4.0
    • Comfort
      4.0
    • Condition
      5.0
    This guest did not leave a comment.
    Genuine Hotels.com guest review
    4 night business trip in Jan 2012
    A Traveller
    US
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