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TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Mateo Foster City

Enjoy a 4.6-rated extended stay hotel in Foster City with free breakfast, gym, kitchen suites, and easy access to Baywinds Park and Filoli Garden.

1299 Chess Dr, Foster City, CA 94404, United States View on map
9.2/10
Exceptional Based on 493 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable suites with excellent breakfast and attentive service

The hotel offers clean, well-equipped rooms in a quiet location near local shops and restaurants, making it ideal for both business and leisure travelers.

Guests often praise

  • Complimentary breakfast with a surprisingly wide variety and attentive staff service
  • Clean, comfortable rooms featuring kitchens with full-size fridges, microwaves, and stovetops
  • Friendly and helpful staff, especially noted for excellent guest communication and care
  • Quiet location despite proximity to businesses and restaurants, with ample free parking
  • Comfortable beds and good shower pressure with temperature control

Worth knowing

  • Some guests found the room carpeting unusual but not unclean
  • Limited vegan breakfast options, though some alternative milks and fruits are available
  • No on-site restaurant or airport shuttle service
  • Tap water quality might be questionable for some; a kettle is not standard in rooms
  • Fitness center available but no swimming pool on the property

Best for

  • Business travelers seeking a convenient, quiet base with kitchen amenities
  • Families or groups needing spacious suites with kid- and pet-friendly policies
  • Visitors attending events in the area or exploring nearby golf and watersport activities
  • Guests who appreciate a hearty complimentary breakfast and friendly service
  • Travelers requiring accessible accommodations with free parking and Wi-Fi
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About this property

Welcome to TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Mateo Foster City

Comfortable and practical, TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Mateo Foster City offers cozy suites ideal for extended stays. Located in a quiet area near a strip mall, the hotel provides easy access to major shops and restaurants, supported by ample free parking. Guests appreciate the clean rooms featuring kitchenettes with full-size fridges, microwaves, and two-burner stoves, making it suitable for those seeking the convenience of self-catering.

The property delivers a laid-back atmosphere with amenities like a fitness center, BBQ area, and a complimentary hot breakfast. Reviews highlight the surprisingly good breakfast spread and attentive staff service, though some guests note minor issues such as the room carpeting and limited vegan breakfast options. The absence of a pool and on-site restaurant is balanced by practical offerings like free Wi-Fi, a business center, and accessibility features.

Situated in Foster City, this hotel is well positioned for visitors looking to explore nearby attractions such as Filoli Historic House & Garden, Hiller Aviation Museum, and CuriOdyssey, all within a short drive. Its proximity to San Francisco International Airport (about 13 minutes by car) makes it a convenient choice for travelers needing easy airport access without being in the city center.

The TownePlace Suites suits business travelers and families alike, especially those seeking a quiet, functional base with kitchen facilities and a welcoming environment. Guest feedback underlines a generally positive experience with cleanliness, location, and service standing out as strong points, making it a reliable option for mid-range lodging in the area.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Business center
Pet-friendly
Kid-friendly
Kitchen in all rooms
Fitness center
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

IR
Ivan Rusev Apr 12, 2026
10

TownPlace is nice rooms are good and clean. Awsome Breakfast in the morning. Great location near all the businesses. It's quite, easy in and out.

LS
Lena Schuman Mar 19, 2026
10

We chose this hotel for our out of town wedding guests and we are so glad we did! Our guests were extremely happy with the location, rooms, free breakfast and impeccable service! I especially want to mention Marina F, the manager of this hotel. She was absolutely amazing in her treatment of our guests and her communication with us was prompt and effective. We had 25 guests staying there at the same time and everyone was treated 5/5. Thank you, Marina and staff!

TL
Tu Lam Mar 15, 2026
8.0

The hotel is situated by strip mall. The area is quiet at night, plenty of parking. Staff is helpful and friendly. The carpet in the room is a bit weird, I can't explain why. The rooms are clean.

BK
Ben Koh Mar 04, 2026
8.0

Just completed a stay here for 4 nights during on a business trip. It matches the expectations as a 3 star hotel hence the 4 star review (wld have chosen 3.5 if there was an option) because there was little to elevate it beyond that. Rooms are as pictured and generally clean, and breakfast had a surprisingly good spread and I enjoyed it. You probably need more than a week to get bored of it. The only things I would highlight: - no daily complimentary water, only 2 bottles on check in - no kettle in the room (not sure if you’ll get one if you ask) - service and maintenance is not great - I had an issue with a flickering bulb in the room, and the front desk told me the building is old and it would take a few hours to fix it, and despite arranging for it on a day I was out, I came back to it still flickering. I mean, it’s a bulb change, why would it take a few hours. If you weren’t gonna change it, just say so. Other than those kinks, a decent place to stay. Less than 10mins walk to Target and some shopping, food options. Great if you’re here for work/travel within the San Mateo area.

PW
Pauline Woo Feb 25, 2026
10

Very convenient and quiet location nested in the middle of major chain shops and restaurants. Clean rooms and dining area. Friendly staff. We enjoyed the stay and will return in the future.

CB
Cody Barbour Feb 21, 2026
10

Great hotel and I was amazed by the whole breakfast experience. I am a titanium and have stayed at many properties. Usually when I stay at a towneplace, I expect a pretty vanilla breakfast. I was amazed at the variety of selection this hotel had. But it doesn’t stop there, I observed great customer service from the breakfast crew. They were not hurting up patrons at the end of breakfast. They kindly allowed people to finish getting what they wanted and cleaned up after. At other properties, I have seen the staff be rude about closing time. The way this property handled it was awesome. Kudos

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Nora Hsu (桶子葉 Barrelleaf) Jan 13, 2026
8.0

Overall good enough. Just really hope they have a kettle in the room. The tap water didn’t seem very clear though. The breakfast was okay, not too many vegan options. Got some fruits, soy milk, oat milk, and almond milk in small cartons.

WC
Will Crowder Jan 08, 2026
8.0

Comfortable Marriott beds, nice shower pressure and temperature. Included breakfast buffet was excellent. 10-15 minutes from the Airport. A few restaurants within walking distance. Noise from the highway isn't too noticeable outside the room windows. The full size fridge, microwave and 2 burner stove were useful to have.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find TownePlace Suites by Marriott San Mateo Foster City

Foster City, California, USA

Waterside suburb with kitesurfing at Baywinds Park & a short course at Mariners Point Golf Center.

  • Hayward Park 48 min Walk
  • Hillsdale 57 min Walk
  • Chess Dr & Vintage Park Dr 2 min Walk
  • San Francisco International Airport 13 min Car · 1 hr 12 Transit
  • San Jose Mineta International Airport 32 min Car · 1 hr 27 Transit
  • Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport 28 min Car · 2 hr 9 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in California. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Filoli Historic House & World-Class Garden 6,506 reviews

Filoli Historic House & World-Class Garden

86 Cañada Rd, Woodside, CA 94062, United States

4.7 · Historical Place Museum
Hiller Aviation Museum 2,047 reviews

Hiller Aviation Museum

601 Skyway Rd, San Carlos, CA 94070, United States

4.6 · Museum
CuriOdyssey 2,043 reviews

CuriOdyssey

1651 Coyote Point Dr, San Mateo, CA 94401, United States

4.6 · Science Museum
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