Courtyard San Mateo Foster City
Blaze your own trail and find adventure in the San Francisco Bay area
Perfectly situated for area explorations and nestled in the middle of San Francisco Bay, Courtyard San Mateo Foster City offers easy access to popular attractions, outdoor recreation, and restaurants that reflect the rich diversity of Northern California.
San Francisco Bay Area Attractions
Sights to See in San Francisco
Northern California has something for everyone from sports, culture, shopping, and history, and the area's natural beauty begs to be explored from the water to the mountain tops.
- Golden Gate Bridge is one of the "seven wonders of the modern world," and this architectural icon is San Francisco's most popular landmark. The single-suspension roadway spans 1.7 miles from San Fran to the Marin headlands and features a pedestrian walkway.
- Oracle Park (formerly AT&T Park) is where you can catch MLB's San Francisco Giants on their home turf. Sign up for a behind-the-scenes tour for the opportunity to catch batting practice before the game.
- Leo J. Ryan Memorial Park is less than half a mile from the hotel and features an amphitheater, boardwalk, picnic areas, and a lake.
- Levi's Stadium is "the most high-tech stadium in the world" and home to the NFL's San Francisco 49ers as well as a museum and steakhouse.
- CityKayak invites you to take in the San Francisco skyline, Bay Bridge, and the ball park from atop a stand-up paddle board or from a sea kayak.
- San Mateo Arboretum gardens are home to stands of pine, oak, cedar, and redwood planted more than 100 years ago.
- Hiking for all levels is offered in the area as San Francisco boasts being the 5th fittest city in the country.
San Francisco Bay Golf Courses
Enjoy the Bay Area golf courses
With close to 50 golf courses in the Bay Area, Courtyard San Mateo Foster City is the ideal location to see your birdies and eagles soar.
- Poplar Creek Golf Course: Golf destination featuring an 18-hole course, driving range, restaurant, and a shop. Lessons available.
- Mariners Point Golf Center: Golf training center with a 9-hole short course, 64-stall driving range, practice greens, and bunkers.
- Burlingame Golf Center: The Burlingame Golf Center has 45 spacious hitting stalls- 30 covered and 5 specifically for left-handers. The driving range is astro-turf with 10 targets ranging from 70 yards to 260 yards. There is a full service Pro Shop with equipment, accessories, and apparel, and players can enjoy their Mexican Grill with beer and wine available.
- Crystal Springs Golf Course: Picturesque golf course within a wildlife refuge featuring a pro shop and bar & grill.
- Half Moon Bay Golf Links: Situated on more than a mile of beautiful beaches along the San Mateo County Coast of California, Half Moon Bay Golf Links features 36 holes of stunning golf located just 30 minutes our hotel.
Hotel Near Half Moon Bay
Explore Nearby Half Moon Bay
Get off the beaten path in Half Moon Bay, less than 30 minutes away from our hotel.
Half Moon Bay is a small city on the California coast, south of San Francisco. With immense scenery and small-town charm, the Half Moon Bay Coastside offers visitors a broad range of experiences. A string of beaches along the bay includes Half Moon Bay State Beach.
The Coastside Trail leads north to Pillar Point, near the huge waves of the Mavericks surf spot. Nearby, Montara Mountain rises in the protected Rancho Corral de Tierra area. The Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve is on the slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
San Francisco Bay Area Dining
Tempt your Tastebuds in San Francisco
Northern California is a true reflection of the American melting pot, offering a taste of culinary traditions from around the world as well as the best ingredients, beers, and wines from within the state.
Stella Alpina Osteria: Inspired by mountain inns of the Swiss Alps, this restaurant features braised meats and Northern Italian pasta dishes.
Milagros: An eclectic menu of Latin American flavors, crafted with seasonal, small farm-sourced ingredients, is paired with tequila, rum, and pisco cocktails.
Sweet Basil: Simple and satisfying, this restaurant offers traditional Thai recipes and generous portions.
Waterfront: The menu here offers a mix of Mediterranean favorites, including hummus, kebabs, and falafel along with pastas, pizzas, and hookah pipes.
The Grill House: This aptly named restaurant focuses on grilled dishes including burgers and ribs, along with a rotating menu of local craft beers.
LV Mar: This Latin American restaurant and bar is best known for its ceviche, Mexican-style tacos, and huitlacoche-potato dumplings.
Vesta: Salads, hand-crafted, wood-fired pizzas, small plates including pork meatballs and mushroom toast, and California beers and wines are all on the menu here.
Nearby San Francisco Area Airports
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is 9.5 miles away with an estimated taxi fare of $50 (one way)
- Oakland International Airport (OAK) is 23 miles away with an estimated taxi fare of $75 (one way)
- Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is 28 miles away with an estimated taxi fare of $105 (one way)
Nearby San Francicso Area Rail
- Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) is San Francisco's public rail and subway system that includes stops at both SFO and OAK airports. The closest station to our hotel is 6 miles away: BART Millbrae Station.
- Caltrain travels between San Francisco, San Jose, and Gilroy with the Belmont Station just 5 miles from the hotel.