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Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near San Francisco Bay

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds
Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by San Francisco Bay offers a practical retreat with high-speed WiFi, an indoor pool, and a gym. Enjoy coffee and refreshments at the on-site cafe. Dry cleaning services and car rentals add convenience for all travelers.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
The current price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Accessible Tub)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower (Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located in Foster City, Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG is near the beach. Filoli and Stanford Theatre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve. CuriOdyssey and Coyote Point Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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1221 Chess Dr, Foster City, CA, 94404

What's nearby

  • Leo J. Ryan Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • San Francisco Bay - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • San Mateo County Event Center - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Hillsdale Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Coyote Point Park - 8 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪California Fish Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG

Hotel near San Francisco Bay
Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site at Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • A vending machine, concierge services and an off-lead area
Room features
All 350 rooms boast comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 37-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, recycling and free infant beds

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 6 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 11 February 2025 to 30 September 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue
  • Lift
  • Fitness facilities
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

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

As of 4 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG on 12 Sept 2025 start from NZ$274.1, including 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.

Is Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 150 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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.

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

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Leo J. Ryan Park and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from San Francisco Bay. Mariners Point Golf Center and Foster City Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 530 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1003 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

Morcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel close to the airport. Great if you have business in Foster City.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can go and have fun to the Bistro club house in the Hotel, where You can have dinner, drinks and a Nice DJ music
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

guangqian

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent stay! The front desk staff were awesome—so welcoming and helpful from the moment I arrived. Every employee I encountered was friendly and professional, which made the experience even better. The hotel was spotless, the location was perfect, and everything exceeded my expectations. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Under construction and was a little noisy during the day. However, overall we enjoyed our stay and will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved indoor pool
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

10/10 Excellent

Alesha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, good food.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonita

Liked: Staff & service
Surprised me how easy everything was , room was beautiful & newly renovated, they gave me more than 2 kurrig s!! Yahoo
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Unable to sleep due to road noise. Room is supposed to have double glazed windows to reduce noise from freeway outside however some panes are missing. Up all night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super fast check in and check out. Location is perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donovan

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOANN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Flew in for funeral services. Nice, clean hotel and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the club
Stayed 1 night in May 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

10/10 Excellent

Chariss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and proactive staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Nice hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

April

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