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LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
LiA Hotel – San Carlos, CA
LiA Hotel – San Carlos, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About LiA Hotel

Located in San Carlos, LiA Hotel is 11 mi away from San Francisco International Airport. Free WiFi access is available. A flat-screen cable TV is provided in each air-conditioned room at this accommodations. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Select rooms offer a kitchenette. At LiA Hotel you will find a 24-hour front desk. Other facilities offered at the property include a business center and luggage storage. The property offers free parking. Entertainment venue Shoreline Amphitheater is 12 mi away from the property. Home of the San Francisco Giants baseball team, AT&T Park is 30 minutes’ drive away.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Family friendly
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.3 / 5
Excellent 1129 reviews
  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    Like other reviewers, I can say that being on the first floor, you can hear every single thing that happens in the room above you. I couldn't get too upset, because it was people traveling with us (although I did jokingly tell them to stop rearranging furniture). I had to take a first floor room due to mobility issues; if there had been an elevator I would have definitely taken a second floor room. However, overall, we were looking for an inexpensive room without a ton of added costs (parking and wifi were free) and that's what we got. Bathrooms are tiny, but have everything you need with good water pressure. Would stay again for short-term stays.

  • Engine customer Oct 2026

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Está muy bonito muy limpio

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    This is not a luxury full of ammenities hotel, but it's clean, it serves the purpose of having a place to go to sleep.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    clean, but I should have requested a first floor room. No one was able to help me with my luggage.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    As a solo female traveler, I felt safe in this motel. This is a budget, no frills place with small, clean rooms. The air conditioner worked pretty well. It was convenient to have a Keurig, fridge and microwave in the room. There’s a small window that opens in the bathroom. The bathroom drains were slow moving which was gross. The bed was comfortable, but the pillows seemed old and kind of hard. Plenty of t.v. channels to watch. The walls are thin, so pray for quiet neighbors. I would recommend staying on the top floor because you can hear everything above you if on the bottom floor. There was an ice machine close to my room. Lots of restaurants are within walking distance, and the area felt very safe. Parking was easy and it was nice to be able to park right outside my room. The outside garbage cans were completely full for the 3 days that I was there which is not a great look for the property. There is a designated smoking area in the parking lot. The young lady at the front desk was happy and friendly, and I appreciated her help. Overall, the price matched the simplicity of the place. I would stay here again if traveling through the area.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Location, Price, Staff and room was really nice N/A

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The blankets was very thin and fragile The bathroom ceiling appears that it had molding covered up over paint in the corner side of the bathroom and you can still see distilled water from the ceiling for what it had did a previous where there's a previous leak they did not repaired the sheetrock .the sheetrock in the ceiling was not properly installed the the work was left undone and unprofessional.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    I was highly skeptical of a budget, "mom-and-pop" property, but I walked away thoroughly satisfied. The Pros: CLEAN! no pests spotted and everything was very clean though a bit worn Excellent Room Lighting: The brightness throughout the room—and especially in the bathroom—made applying makeup incredibly easy. Thoughtful Accents: Framed photography of San Francisco added a great aesthetic touch to the walls. Amenities: They provided plenty of bathroom towels, makeup remover wipes, and a Keurig coffee maker. The air conditioning blew ice-cold, and there was plenty of hot water. The Drawbacks:The property is on the older side and experiences a light-to-medium noise level. No Lobby Extras: Do not expect any standard resort or business lobby amenities. The Neighborhood: We didn't stay long enough to form a firm opinion, though it has the vibe of a kitschy, working-class area. They’ve done a great job with what they have. Super clean. I would stay here again.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    very convenient, clean, simple, no frills, good value.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    I’d stay there again. Clean rooms.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Staff is always helpful and amazing! Extremely clean and updated rooms. Very centrally located for all your needs.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Good stay

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Would advise in updating/renovating interior. Exterior looks great, interior needs work. Training for staff on expectations/standards, best practices and details before calling a unit clean and ready. Items to note- hair, beer bottle cap found during my stay.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    This was a lovely time spent at this property and recommend to others traveling in the area

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The room was clean, bed comfortable, night stands on both sides of the bed, friendly staff, location good with lots around. The room was a bit small/tight and the bathroom could use some hooks for clothes.… I must say we got used to it though. Good stay for the price.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    I have found The LIA to a great place to stay. It’s comfortable, clean and affordable. I’ve stayed there on several occasions through the last 5 years. The staff is always friendly and professional.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Great clean room. Very nice people.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great place for the night stay!

Frequently asked questions about LiA Hotel

Does LiA Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, LiA Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does LiA Hotel offer parking?
Yes, LiA Hotel offers free parking on-site.
Does LiA Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
LiA Hotel does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in San Carlos, see business hotels in San Carlos.
Does LiA Hotel have a fitness center?
LiA Hotel does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is LiA Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
LiA Hotel is located at 950 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA 94070. With a Walk Score of 96, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near LiA Hotel
  • Stanford prison experiment 6.8 mi
  • Stanford University 6.9 mi
  • Asiana Airlines Flight 214 9.8 mi

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