
Guesthouse vacation rentals in San Mateo
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Explore 20 vacation rentals in San Mateo

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20 properties have a dedicated workspace

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20 of San Mateo vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across San Mateo rentals

4.9 Average rating
San Mateo stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated guesthouse rentals in San Mateo
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Mt Carmel Cottage Charmer-Bright, Stylish & Clean
Beautifully well-appointed cottage with a private entrance, designed for comfort, style, and privacy—ideal for couples, solo travelers, and business stays. The space is meticulously maintained to provide a clean, relaxing, and comfortable experience. Located within walking distance to Caltrain (0.9 miles) and downtown Redwood City (0.6 miles), offering access to boutiques, cafes, restaurants, parks, and a movie theater. Seamless access to Palo Alto, San Francisco and the greater Silicon Valley.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 251 reviews
Private Garden Cottage
Relax in our cozy cottage nestled in a serene garden setting, the perfect get-away after a day of business meetings or sightseeing. We are close to major Silicon Valley destinations; 30 minutes from San Francisco, San Jose and the beach in Half Moon Bay —with easy access to Highways 101 and 280, as well as public transportation (SamTrans, Caltrain and BART via Caltrain). Our quiet street is an easy 5-minute walk (0.2 mi) from downtown San Carlos with shops and literally dozens of restaurants.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 856 reviews
Charming Studio
Small private studio with queen bed with Tempur-pedic mattress. It features an extra-large storage drawer for essentials. portable closet, fully stocked kitchen, & bathroom, backyard, porch, free parking and high speed internet. The studio is ideal for business travelers. It's centrally located between SF and Silicon Valley. easy access to highways 280 and 101. Public transportion is within walking distance as well as downtown San Carlos and RWC. FYI: The yard is shared and three dogs.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 223 reviews
Fabulous Private Suite - Comfortable & Elegant
Entire Guest House - Bright, clean, comfortable, elegant and recently remodeled bathroom, private entrance and free parking in the heart of Silicon Valley. Great location: a 10-minute walk to Key Market (Grocery) and convenient stores; just a mile to Downtown Redwood City, Sequoia Plaza, Wholefoods, Restaurants, Movie Theaters, and Redwood City Cal Train Station for quick trips to San Francisco and other Peninsula cities. A 15-minute drive to Stanford and Hillsdale Shopping Malls…
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews
Modern guest house in great location
Private 1 bedroom + 1 bathroom with your own entrance. Highlights: • self-checkin with code on digital lock • free parking + additional free street parking • professional cleaning and sanitizing • king size bed with premium mattress and linens • located at end of cul-de-sac in a safe and quiet neighborhood • standing desk with monitor and docking station • high speed WiFi • 55” smart TV • Rainfall shower, bidet toilet with heated seat, heated towel rack, makeup mirror
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 254 reviews
Silicon Valley Oasis
Experience elegance and comfort in our spacious, 500 sq ft studio cottage, located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Newly built in a classic Craftsman style, it features wooden casement windows, a private garden with Adirondack chairs, and a fully-equipped kitchen with an Italian range. Enjoy a plush queen-sized bed, a cozy sectional for cinema-like experiences on a 65" TV with in-ceiling speakers, and lightning-fast Wi-Fi. Perfect for a luxurious and memorable stay.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 188 reviews
Treehouse w/ Canyon Views · King · Workspace · SFO
Wake up to canyon and oak-tree views from your private Belmont treehouse cottage—a quiet 2-bedroom guesthouse perched above the neighborhood with a deck, full kitchen, 360 Mbps wifi for remote work, and in-unit laundry. Self check-in via smart lock. ~15 min to SFO, 5 min to Belmont Caltrain. Great for Silicon Valley business trips, longer stays for relocators or remodels, and Bay Area event trips toward San Francisco, Palo Alto, and San Jose.
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews
Charming Private Quiet Backyard Studio
This charming, sunny, secluded backyard studio is located in the heart of San Mateo, near public transportation, freeways, restaurants, shopping, and 15 minutes to SFO. Private entrance, quiet backyard setting, plenty of street parking. Less than a 5-min walk to Safeway, CVS, Starbucks and restaurants. * To my regular guests, the rate increase is due to SM County increasing the tax rate. *
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 263 reviews
Stylish Urban Escape Close to SFO & Many Amenities
Step into this stylish, light-filled loft in the heart of South San Francisco—minutes from SFO and easy Bay Area access. Designed with modern comfort and cozy touches, it fits 4 guests comfortably but can host up to 6. Whether for work or leisure, unwind after a day of exploring in this serene retreat featuring clean design, thoughtful details, and all the essentials for a memorable stay.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 294 reviews
Clean&Cozy Cottage near downtown Burlingame & SFO
Our sunny backyard cottage, with outdoor private entry, is centrally located in Burlingame between Burlingame Avenue and Broadway and is a great spot suited to a business traveler in search of a home away from home while also being ideal for vacationers looking to live like a local, only miles from SF. Enjoy and unwind!
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 364 reviews
Private Garden Cottage Belmont Hills*Pool*HotTub*
Charming, fully equipped cottage in a quiet Bay Area retreat. Enjoy a newly renovated backyard with blooming gardens, fruit trees, hot tub, and pool. Frequent deer visits and soft evening lighting create a magical forest-like escape. Multiple patios for relaxing, plus a fun treehouse for kids.
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 295 reviews
Sunny Redwood City Studio Private Entry
* Automated, simple, quick self check in! * Located in a quaint and desirable neighborhood in Redwood City * 15 minutes from Stanford * 5 minutes to the 101 and 280 freeways * Easy walking distance to fun and lively downtown Redwood City/Train * No pets, no pets, no pets
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 587 reviewsPopular amenities for San Mateo guesthouse rentals
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Delightful Hideaway in San Carlos
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews
Beautiful private guest studio
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 202 reviews
Quiet , Private Studio / Cottage
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 473 reviews
Elegant & Convenient RWC Studio
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 135 reviews
Cozy private studio near SFO & Downtown Burlingame
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviews
Soak up the Serenity on the Patio of a Charming Cottage
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 368 reviews
SkyHigh Redwoods Retreat with Bay Views
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 386 reviews
A beautiful Tree house -your own retreat
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 221 reviewsGuest house rentals with a patio

Charming, modern, restorative, private studio
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 283 reviews
Coastal Cottage Guest House
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews
Palo Alto Cottage: Privacy, Comfort & Convenience
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 170 reviews
Studio cottage near downtown Palo Alto with AC
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews
Quiet guesthouse near SJ airport with EV charger
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 245 reviews
Private and serene studio with full kitchen
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews
Bungalow Guest House
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
Blue Cottage
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviewsGuest house rentals with a washer and dryer

Private Cottage near Redwood City and San Carlos Downtowns
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews
Charming Studio Garden Cottage near Stanford
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 250 reviews
Cottage near downtown Palo Alto
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 443 reviews
Redwood Casita
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviews
Stylish Spacious Seaside Retreat, Walking to Beach
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 379 reviews
Quaint Cottage Near Downtown Palo Alto
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews
Woodsy Silicon Valley Cottage
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 230 reviews
Guesthouse in Serene Neighborhood
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviewsWhen is the best time to visit San Mateo?
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