7 Top-Rated Hotels in San Carlos, California

June 27, 2022 Jacquiline Darosa

Discover the best hotels in San Carlos, California including LiA Hotel, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA, Extended Stay America - San Francisco - San Carlos, Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos, San Carlos Inn, Good Living Inn.
Things to do in San Carlos

1. LiA Hotel

950 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA 94070-4011
Excellent
45%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
5%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 231 reviews

LiA Hotel

Inspired by the unexpected beauty found in life's everyday experiences and interactions, LiA Hotel is a breath of fresh air for travelers who seek to infuse their lives with art. An acronym for Life is Art, LiA Hotel takes its mission seriously, featuring original photography of San Carlos as well as canvases for guests to use (coming soon!) and in-room Buddha boards for bursts of unbridled creativity. A handful of LiA guest rooms are creatively equipped Inspiration Spaces, where bright ideas bubble up as if by magic. Add comforts like complimentary continental breakfast and free coffee round-the-clock and it's easy to see why LiA Hotel is San Carlos' favorite new hotel.

Horrible Experience

Reviewed By GM898

Rude person at the front desk from check-in onward. Wifi didn't work. Asked where breakfast was in the morning (which is listed on their website as included) and she said it isn't provided even after showing her the hotel's own website which says it is (not a 3rd party). Checked me into first someone else's dirty room - didn't even give an apology. A screaming person in the parking lot throwing things around from his car in addition to some random vagrant or homeless individual wondering the parking lot. Funny smell of an odd cleaning chemical or such in the room. Spent 10 minutes in room and immediately checked out and moved to a different nearby hotel. As other poster here writes and I agree "avoid at all costs."

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA

251 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA 94070
Excellent
55%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 645 reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA

Only minutes away from Oracle's headquarters, the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Carlos, CA offers easy access to corporate offices in San Mateo, San Jose and San Francisco. Our hotel is situated in the heart of the San Francisco Bay area, just 11 miles from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and 23 miles from San Jose International Airport (SJC). Turn onto El Camino Real and then U.S. 101 or head to the San Carlos Caltrain Station to visit attractions like the Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown and the Moscone Event Center, all roughly 25 miles away. Families appreciate our proximity to the Stanford Shopping Center and CuriOdyssey, a hands-on science museum, while golfers love nearby Crystal Springs Golf Course.

not recommendable

Reviewed By Tim M

The furnishings in the hotel are quite old and there is a strange smell. Two areas in the lobby are covered with large blankets, no idea what is under the blankets, but it looks very improvised. In the room there is a refrigerator which makes noise during the night. So you can't really relax. The morning buffet is really very minimalistic. Price/performance is not right at all. I left the hotel after 3nights and looked for another accommodation.

3. Extended Stay America - San Francisco - San Carlos

3 Circle Star Way, San Carlos, CA 94070-6267
Excellent
44%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
13%
Terrible
16%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 183 reviews

Extended Stay America - San Francisco - San Carlos

Free grab-and-go breakfast: Jumpstart your day with a free grab-and-go breakfast that includes a variety of breakfast bars and muffins, hot cereal, coffee, and tea.

Very nice Property and Location

Reviewed By balloonanimal22

Extended Stay America San Carlos California is an Excellent location conveniently located Close to the Highway and close to local shopping and restaurants. The Management and Staff are over the top friendly and Professional at all levels. The property is well maintained inside and out by the Housekeeping and maintenance department. Our room was Spacious, Clean, Quiet and Very comfortable . Kitchenette with Full size fridge, Full shower and Tub. Absolutely ZERO negative issues here the Employees and Staff. Also has Secure Coin operated Laundry, Vending machines and a "Grab and Go" breakfast (6-9 am) The only problem we had was that we couldn't find any problems because this Location is Above and Beyond Excellent!!!

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos

800 E San Carlos Ave, San Carlos, CA 94070
Excellent
59%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
8%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 76 reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos

Welcome to Silicon Valley’s premier high-tech retreat – Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos. Our spacious extended-stay suites in San Carlos, California feature fully equipped kitchens, separate workspaces and plush bedding. We offer free daily breakfast and Wi-Fi, as well as the Residence Inn Mix evening social. Unwind in the outdoor living space with a pool, fire pit, BBQ area and sports court. Or take the free shuttle to downtown. Enjoy our perfect Northern California location near Facebook, Oracle and more.

Not really in Redwood City

Reviewed By lalotp

2 stars because staff is just awesome!!! Lost 3 stars because of: Terrible noise from Drag racing Friday and Saturday AM from midnight to 1AM. Freeway noise constant. No food nearby except a gas station 3 blocks away and 5 blocks away an in-n-out, but you have to cross a really dark and super busy street to get there. Lost another star because their breakfast is just... See the pictures taken 30 minutes before the end of breakfast time. Not much. Also, not really in Redwood City. Coffee is not good. They have no milk cartons. Just a jar during breakfast. Consider if you have kids. They charge for parking. I heard someone complaining they parked across the street and their car got towed. Just pay for parking. Not worth the tow fees otherwise. Pool by 5pm littered with either napkins or toilet paper. I mentioned this because on 2 separate stays I have gone to the pool and I have seen this.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos

555 Skyway Rd, San Carlos, CA 94070
Excellent
23%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
8%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 244 reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Francisco San Carlos

Fairfield Inn & Suites San Francisco San Carlos is an excellent choice for travelers visiting San Carlos, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV, and you can stay connected during your stay as San Carlos Fairfield Inn offers guests free wifi. Plus, Fairfield Inn & Suites San Francisco San Carlos offers a pool and free breakfast, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. If you like diners, Fairfield Inn San Carlos is conveniently located near Sky Kitchen and Broiler Express. If you are interested in exploring San Carlos, check out a history museum, such as San Carlos Museum of History. Enjoy your stay in San Carlos!

High praise but a hidden fee caught us off guard

Reviewed By V4106FHdavidd

Clean facility; friendly & efficient staff; very good breakfast. So why not a higher rating? At check we were told we had to pay a $7 daily parking fee, which caught us off guard since the online info said it was free parking. Staff explained the fee had just been "added today." Uh, letting guests know in advance is essential.

6. San Carlos Inn

1140 Morse Blvd, San Carlos, CA 94070-3920
Excellent
13%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
6%
Terrible
25%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 16 reviews

San Carlos Inn

If you’re looking for a budget friendly hotel in San Carlos, look no further than San Carlos Inn. Rooms at San Carlos Inn provide a refrigerator and air conditioning, and guests can stay connected with free wifi. In addition, while staying at San Carlos Hotel guests have access to room service. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at San Carlos Inn. Travelers looking to enjoy some oyster can head to Rustic House Oyster Bar & Grill. Otherwise, you may want to check out a Mexican restaurant such as Ceviche Bar and Grill, MI Ranchito Taqueria, or Chipotle Mexican Grill. San Carlos is also home to San Carlos Museum of History, a popular history museum that is not too far from San Carlos Hotel. The staff at San Carlos Inn looks forward to serving you during your upcoming visit.

Business

Reviewed By Tony B

This is less than basic. I paid a lot of money to stay in what was a very poor quality place I'm sorry to say. Dark, dingy, TV intermittent, poor wifi, No tea or coffee facilities, no shampoo. Looks like something from 1970. Just don't do it is all I can say. If it were a bargain price $50 per night, I'd say suffer it for this reason. Any higher pass it by. Completely ripped me off. Places like this should have a price limit to what they charge online....

7. Good Living Inn

1562 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA 94070-5104
Excellent
45%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
13%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 144 reviews

Good Living Inn

Welcome to Americas Best Value Inn, your San Carlos “home away from home.” Americas Best Value Inn aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. Guest rooms offer amenities such as a flat screen TV, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the hotel. Americas Best Value Inn features a 24 hour front desk and express check-in and check-out, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts a hot tub and free breakfast. If you are driving to Americas Best Value Inn, free parking is available. While in San Carlos, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from Americas Best Value Hotel, including Town Restaurant (0.9 mi), Pazzo (0.3 mi), and Refuge (0.6 mi). If you’re looking for things to do, you can check out San Carlos Museum of History (1.1 mi), which is a popular attraction amongst tourists, and it is within walking distance. Americas Best Value Inn puts the best of San Carlos at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Good value & great location.

Reviewed By JCBSantaCruz

My wife had an operation at Sequoia Hospital the required an overnight stay. I chose Good Living Inn because it was close and inexpensive. It took about 5 minutes to get to the hospital, so excellent for that purpose. It is 2 minutes walk to a Trader Joe, and there are at least a dozen restaurants within 10 minutes walk, including several Mexican and a Japanese. The room was very clean and comfortable. Although it is on El Camino Real, the room was very quiet and the air conditioner worked well. The problems were minor but removed a star. The phone didn't work so couldn't call the office to get help for the problems, had to walk down to it. There was a new coffee maker but no coffee cups or mugs (just little plastic glasses that wouldn't work with a hot drink). The TV is fed by satellite but there was no directions to tell one how to use it. It took forever to figure out how to watch regular TV, e.g., KQED. The remote's battery ran down and I had to walk down to the office. To their credit, the young man came up to show me how to operate the TV.

ThingsTodoPost © 2018 - 2024 All rights reserved.