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Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through March 2026.

How much does a small party venue cost to rent in San Mateo?

Small party venues in San Mateo average $118 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $174, whereas larger venues run about $483 per hour.

What's the best day to rent a small party venue in San Mateo?

Saturdays are the most popular day for booking small party venues in San Mateo.

How popular are small party venues in San Mateo?

Our local hosts have welcomed 1460 people into their small party venues with reviews averaging 4.91 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 96%.

How long do people rent small party venues in San Mateo?

Most small party venues are scheduled for 6 hours, with 32 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Small Parties starting between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM.

Reviews for small party venues

Marisa A.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
Space was very clean and very accessible. Susan was accommodating to myself and my guest. Would recommend the space for small gatherings or meetings!! Parking located right in front of space as well...
Nivasse A.
Bright Studio Space in Downtown San Mateo
This space was perfect for a small pre wedding event. Loved all the natural light coming in through the windows and the outdoor space as well. Also, Ellen was a great host and flexible and responsive to requests...
Ruchi B.
Downtown Lounge with Cozy and Unique Atmosphere
to the event. On the day of the event he helped us with the setup and was very accommodating of our requests. All my friends had a great time at the venue. I would highly recommend this place for hosting private events...
Phil B.
Cozy Breakout Space in San Mateo
nearby. The host was responsive and accommodating, making the entire process smooth from start to finish. Highly recommend for team meetings, workshops, or small events...
Marty E.
Stunning Indoor/Outdoor Event and Entertainment Home
as my guests, absolutely loved this home. Mort and his family answered all of our big and small questions, they went above and beyond to help us prepare for our event, and they were quite understanding when we had to make some gametime changes. These hosts were...
Mary E.
Spacious & Sunny Clubhouse with Kitchen
think they keep it locked so that residents and perspective tenants don’t come into the guesthouse, but I think a “private party” sign should fix that. The reason for my 4/5 star review is because parking is terrible. There’s a lot in front, but it...
Julia F.
Beautifully designed, mid-Peninsula lounge with indoor and outdoor space.
We hosted a surprise engagement party here in the afternoon. David was absolutely accommodating, communicative, and kind. The bartender on site provided excellent customer service for our group. Would definitely book here and recommend this space for a private event in the future. Thank you David...
Natalie H.
Warm, Urban Space in Downtown San Mateo One Block from CalTrain
Great clean space, conveniently located, good food. We loved it! Perfect for our small event. The team was also great - very accommodating and friendly...
Michael J.
Peaceful Event Clubhouse w/ Water Views
Great space, perfect for our small gathering. Had a great time, thanks Jessica
Mahesh J.
Trendy Lounge w/ Breakout Space in San Mateo
Fantastic venue for a small group party - it was quite spacious for our group of 25 people. For providing your guests clear direction on parking and access to the location, make sure to go to the venue ahead of time and check it out...
Kelly K.
Warm, Urban Space in Downtown San Mateo One Block from CalTrain
booked this space on behalf of a small team from my company for an all day offsite meeting. I was not onsite during the event, but was happy to receive positive reviews of the space, as well as the very friendly customer service that was available to...
Mannar K.
Open, Artistic Event Space w/ Breakout Rooms in San Mateo
We organized a small gender reveal party here, it is spacious, chic and modern. The place is a hit with all the guests, received so many compliments on choice of venue. The lighting is great as well, photographs turned out great. Also the space has free wifi...
Carmen L.
Downtown Lounge with Cozy and Unique Atmosphere
is super clean and they helped with setting it up to host my party of 30-40 people so smooth. Would recommend to anyone who is looking to host a private party or gathering...
Kaitlyn M.
Warm, Urban Space in Downtown San Mateo One Block from CalTrain
Susan was extremely easy to communicate with prior to the event, all questions were answered and the space was exactly what was pictured. We had a small finance team offsite with 6 people but the room could comfortably accommodate many more. We ordered lunch through 31st Union...
Natalie M.
Trendy Lounge w/ Breakout Space in San Mateo
for creative, comfortable and productive off-sites. There was a small logistical snafu, but the hosts were responsive and fair. Both the onsite and offsite hosts were extremely nice and professional. I would definitely recommend for your event...
Jonathan M.
Clubhouse w/ Water Views, equipped for team meetings
Awesome space. Very comfortable for our small team off-site gathering. Would totally book again
Viraj M.
Trendy Lounge w/ Breakout Space in San Mateo
Nice space for a small gathering including a small kitchen and a lot of room for seating. Lauren was super helpful and responsive. Access was a breeze. Would definitely recommend...
Qudrat R.
Huge Clubhouse Perfect for Your Next Meeting or Event!!!
The venue impressed us with its cleanliness and well-equipped facilities, making it perfect for small gatherings, meetings, or networking events. It is conveniently situated with enough parking space, and the well-maintained pool adds to its appeal. I wish it was a summer so we...
Mitzi T.
CORPORATE EVENTS: Versatile, Convenient Lounge
Good space for a small party
Alyssa Y.
Peaceful Event Clubhouse w/ Water Views
Great space for our small gathering! Would book again

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Updated February 26, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.