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Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near San Francisco Bay

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar

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1221 Chess Dr, Foster City, CA, 94404
  • Place, San Francisco Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, San Mateo County Event Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hillsdale Shopping Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Foster City

Close to the beach.You'll find San Francisco Bay and Leo J. Ryan Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Mariners Point Golf Center and JoinVille Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Leo J. Ryan Park - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • San Francisco Bay - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • San Mateo County Event Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Hillsdale Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Coyote Point Park - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Hayward Park Station - 3 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tpumps - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbird Chicken - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG

3.5-star hotel near San Francisco Bay
Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Foster City hotel is smoke free.

  • 350 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG offers 350 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 37-inch LCD televisions come with pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Portable shower seat
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from February 11 2025 to September 30 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Elevator
  • Fitness facilities
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City San Mateo
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Crowne Plaza San Mateo
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG to the airport?

Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG is 6 mi (11-min drive) away from the San Carlos, CA (SQL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG on Nov 1, 2025 start from $134.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG.

How close is Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 15.1 mi (30-min drive) from Half Moon Bay State Beach and 15.1 mi (30-min drive) from Poplar Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 30 per person. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Artichoke Joe's Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG have a pool?

Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The property will be renovating the dining venue(s) from February 11 2025 to September 30 2025 (completion date subject to change).

Does Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG to downtown Foster City?

Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG is 0.4 mi away from Foster City.

Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 541 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 265 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 1015 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ROLAND, SAN FRANCISCO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I noticed that the noise from the freeway permeates through the windows. That was not a problem for me. Because I always bring earplugs with me.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a beautiful hotel!! There is renovation going on we had one of the rooms that was recently done!! Only thing first morning we were waken by workers using drills not sure if they were working on a room nextdoor or above us!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing jacuzzi

Amazing jacuzzi and pool, spotless, friendly staff, lovely room. Did I say amazing jacuzzi?!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fun night

Stay was great except when I booked room I picked onecwith sofabed, when i called downstairs they stated they no longer had sofabeds. Yet our friends whom had rooms next to us both had sofabeds. Luckly they did offer and brought us a rolling bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristian

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhodora

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MAKOTO

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The atmosphere was very serene and the location was convenient for us. Very accessible for our needs and convenient to walk to the mall.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mayli

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk lady was not friendly. We asked for a room on a higher floor and she said there was none available. The hotel was not busy at all. Im giving high marks for cleanliness and comfort. The cleaning staff rocks..appreciate coming back to a made up room anc everything thoroughly cleaned.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kenneth, Logan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice hotel but our room had leaks in the shower door that put a lot of water on the floor, the hotel fixed it but still it’s a pain. The second leak was from the A/C and the carpet all around the a/c was very wet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rommel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel that has a night club on the weekends. We went for a birthday party. The food was good. Very nice. They have LOTS of renovations goin on. The bacon at the breakfast was🔥🔥.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Milind, BEAVERTON

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spacious

One night for a birthday party. Service was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alesha

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, good food.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Miguel, San mateo

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Geraldine, SAN BRUNO

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

April

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

The property is nice! Free parking, great location, great sports bar/cafe. The room was kinda stuffy and warm. I wish they would have said on the websites that it's under renovations. It was loud in the am when i was trying to sleep.. other than that. Great place and very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maura

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the club
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was annoying loud next to fans (compression) - the buzzing was terrible from the second I entered the room until I left. I would never go back to this hotel. Even with ear plugs in, it was miserible.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025