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Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG

1221 Chess Dr, Foster City, CA, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
Laundry
Non-Smoking
Parking
Lounge
Pet Friendly

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About this property

Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG is a 3.5-star property located in Foster City, California, near San Francisco Bay and Silicon Valley. The hotel sits 8 miles from San Francisco International Airport and within 15 minutes of the bay itself, making it convenient for both leisure and business travelers. Stanford University and Stanford University Medical Center are approximately 15 miles away.

The property offers 350 guestrooms, including 11 suites, each furnished with an LCD television and a pillowtop bed dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets. All rooms include complimentary wireless internet access, and bathrooms are equipped with shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guest comfort ratings average 4.3 out of 5.

Dining options include a full-service restaurant, a coffee shop and café, and a bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM for an additional fee. The hotel features an indoor pool and fitness center for recreation, along with complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, concierge services, and gift shops. A 24-hour front desk, business center, and meeting facilities support guests with varying needs. The property is smoke-free and offers free self-parking.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM, and check-out is at noon. The hotel does not allow pets. A one-way taxi ride to San Francisco International Airport costs approximately $25.

Location & nearby attractions

When you stay at Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG in Foster City, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of San Francisco Bay and Silicon Valley. This hotel is 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from Stanford University and 14.8 mi (23.9 km) from Stanford University Medical Center.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Leo J. Ryan Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Mariners Point Golf Center - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi
William E. Walker Recreation Center - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
San Francisco Bay - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
JoinVille Park - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Edgewater Park - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Los Prados Park - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Shoreview Park - 3 km / 1.9 mi
San Mateo County Event Center - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Hillsdale Shopping Center - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Fresenius Medical Care at San Mateo Medical Center Apheresis - 5.2 km / 3.2 mi
Central Park - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Poplar Creek Golf Course - 7.5 km / 4.7 mi
CuriOdyssey - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Coyote Point Park - 8.6 km / 5.3 mi

The nearest airports are:
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 9.7 km / 6 mi
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 15.5 km / 9.7 mi
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 36.4 km / 22.6 mi
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 45.2 km / 28.1 mi

The preferred airport for Crowne Plaza Hotel Foster City - San Mateo by IHG is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).

Rooms

Stay in one of 350 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Dining

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an indoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

8 miles to San Francisco International Airport. One Way Taxi cost $25.00 (approx)
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 12:00 PM
  • 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
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. 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.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • 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

Know before you go

  • 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).