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Hotel The Catrina Hotel (formerly Howard Johnson Express Inn San Mateo)

2110 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, California (Ca), CA 94403 , USA (show map)

7.9

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304 verified reviews

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Hotel Overview

The Catrina Hotel offers free WiFi and is conveniently located 10 miles from the San Francisco International Airport. All rooms are equipped with cable TV.
Warmly decorated rooms at the The Catrina Hotel boast hardwood floors, free bathroom amenities and HBO channels.
Guests can enjoy a free newspaper and free outdoor parking is also provided.
Downtown San Francisco is 30 minutes from the hotel. Broadway by the Bay is 6 miles away and Silicon Valley is 15 miles away.

Formerly Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Mateo

Before September 2020 The Catrina Hotel was known as Howard Johnson by Wyndham San Mateo

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Deluxe Double Room with Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking - enter dates to see room photos

This room has air conditioning, tea/coffee maker and microwave.

King Room - Non-Smoking - enter dates to see room photos

This room features air conditioning, tea/coffee maker and microwave.

Queen Room - Non-Smoking - enter dates to see room photos

This room has a microwave, air conditioning and tea/coffee maker.

Double Room - Disability Access - enter dates to see room photos

This air-conditioned room is ADA compliant and features a microwave and a tea/coffee maker. The bathroom is equipped with a roll-in shower and grab bars.

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Facilities of The Catrina Hotel

General
Free parking, On-site parking, Parking, Pets allowed, WiFi everywhere

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Front-desk/reception area services
24-hour front desk, Express check-in/check-out

Common areas
Shared lounge/TV area

Cleaning services
Daily maid service

Miscellaneous
Air conditioning, Facilities for disabled guests, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Air Conditioning, Alarm clock, Bath, Bath or Shower, Bathroom, Desk, Entire unit located on ground floor, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Fan, Flat-screen TV, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Heating, Iron, Linen, Microwave, Refrigerator, Satellite Channels, Shower, Tea/Coffee Maker, Telephone, Toilet, Towels, TV, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Wake-up service

Last updated: 30 Mar 2025 - Update now

Hotel Policies

Check-In
From 15:00:00 hours

Check-Out
-11:00:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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7.9

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304 verified reviews

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Jennifer

“KINDNESS and COMFORT”

10.0

27 Mar 2025

The design and decor of the reception is so much fun. Nothing I asked for was to much - I received help, kindness, advise! I will stop stay there again for shows at the Events Center.

O'Brien

“Superb”

9.0

25 Oct 2024

very near to family. central to the city via train or uber

Sharon

“Very good”

8.0

15 Oct 2024

The location is excellent. I recommend this place to everyone attending the San Mateo County Event Center event. It only takes 20 minutes to walk to the center hall, and you will pass by many delicious restaurants. Also, a Japanese supermarket and bus stop are within 5-minute walking distance. Very convenient. The amenities were so nice! There was a huge TV, a small refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a water kettle. Iron and hairdryer are also included. The bed is the soft type with enough support to the back.

Asha

“Convenient and Practical”

8.0

09 Oct 2024

We liked the location and proximity to restaurants, public transport, stores etc. It's fuss free and a simple process to check in and check out and the staff were very prompt and helpful.

Rachel

“Good location and comfortable”

7.0

17 Sep 2024

Great location, value for money and allowing me to check in early

RON

“Superb”

9.0

01 Jul 2024

Very nice stay experience with Catrina, will definitely come back and stay again.

Lipe

“Superb”

9.0

23 Jun 2024

Central location, walking distance to a variety of restaurants and Safeway. Room decent size, coffee machine in room, and access to laundromat on-site for free.

Juansimon