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4.7 out of 5

"Easy to park and walk to eat " More

By a verified traveler on Wed 15 Feb 2023

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Hotel Description

Enjoy the free airport shuttle at this 3-star San Bruno hotel

Near the airport

You'll find Millbrae Square Shopping Center and The Shops at Tanforan within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Mills-Peninsula Medical Center and South San Francisco Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Free perks

This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. There's a computer station and multilingual staff can provide around-the-clock assistance.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
$109* Per night/room Mar 26 - Mar 27

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Suite, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Aura SFO ratings based on 19 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Hotel Aura SFO

Everyone (8) Couples (4) Family (5)
5 out of 5

Posted by on Mar 22, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 23, 2023 by Customer Care Team

Thank you for taking the time to rate your recent stay at our hotel. We are thrilled that you had a great stay, and we hope to welcome you back again soon! Best Regards,Customer Care Team

4 out of 5
Great

Posted by on Mar 2, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Mar 6, 2023 by Hotel Aura Management

Dear Leslie,Thank you so much!  Knowing that you enjoyed your time with us surely makes our day.  We truly appreciate your positive rating and hope you will stay with us again soon next time you visit San Bruno. Best Regards,Hotel Aura Management

5 out of 5
Easy to park and walk to eat

Posted by on Feb 15, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Feb 17, 2023 by Hotel Aura Management

Dear John,Thanks you so much for your lovely review! We sincerely appreciate your feedback.   Thank you so much for the PERFECT SCORE review.  We are glad to see that you had a wonderful stay at Hotel Aura.  We work tirelessly to ensure our guests experience the best hospitality in San Bruno.  Again, we are so glad you liked our parking service and nearby restaurants.We look forward to hosting you again in the future. Thank you for staying with us! Best Regards,Hotel Aura Management

5 out of 5
Clean and courtesy.

Posted by on Jan 10, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jan 16, 2023 by Hotel Aura Management

Dear Alyse,You MADE OUR DAY! Thank you so much for leaving us A PERFECT 5-STAR REVIEW of your recent stay at Hotel Aura.  Our staff takes pride in working hard to provide clean rooms, greet guests, and ensure a fantastic stay, and your review speaks for itself--we are honored.Come back and see us soon on your next visit to San Bruno. Until then, take care! Best Regards,Hotel Aura Management

5 out of 5

Posted by , from Cape Coral on Nov 11, 2022

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5 out of 5
The receptionist is very kind. She is very accommodating and understood our needs. I did not get her name but she is excellent in dealing with out of towner’s needs. I will come back if given an opportunity.

Posted by on Oct 26, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 28, 2022 by Hotel Aura Management

Dear Perla,Thank you so much for the PERFECT SCORE review and detailed feedback about your stay!  Your kind words directed towards our hard-working staff are very much appreciated, and your feedback shall be communicated to them, which shall undoubtedly brighten their day.We look forward to hosting you again soon for another enriching stay on your next trip to San Bruno.Best Regards,Hotel Aura Management

4 out of 5

Posted by on Oct 20, 2022

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5 out of 5
It was sufficient for what I was looking for.

Posted by on Jul 5, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jul 7, 2022 by Hotel Aura Management

Dear Manmeet, HIGH FIVE!!! Thank you for your GREAT FEEDBACK and PERFECT SCORE RATING of your stay at Hotel Aura.  We are glad you enjoyed your stay at our hotel.  Our amicable staff strives to deliver our guests great experiences, and we are glad to learn that our efforts are being appreciated. It is an honor for us when our guests are extremely satisfied with our hospitality. We can't wait to host you again soon. Best Regards, Hotel Aura Management

5 out of 5

Posted by on Jun 16, 2022

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4 out of 5
What's not to like

Posted by on May 30, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 14, 2022 by Hotel Aura Management

Dear Dian, Thank you so much for leaving a STELLAR review of your stay with us at the Hotel Aura. We are glad that you had a great time here. We are happy to learn that you found our hotel conveniently located. Our team works really hard to keep the premises clean and comfortable. We hope you also enjoyed our on-site amenities that most of our guests love. We would love to host you again next time you visit Sa Bruno. Thanks again for staying with us! Thank You, Hotel Aura Management

Property Features

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). Tour/ticket assistance, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Aura SFO. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. This 3-star San Bruno hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2004
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: San Bruno Station (1.5 km / 0.9 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Free airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Hotel Aura SFO offers 49 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. This San Bruno hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 55-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • HD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Bathtub
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible

Food & Drink

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Accessible bathroom (in select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (in select rooms)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • In-room accessibility (in select rooms)
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Contactless check-out is available. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 48 hours between bookings. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).

  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Security system
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 12
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Number of children who can stay free - 2
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 48 hours

Hotel Names

  • Howard Johnson Express Hotel San Bruno West SFO
  • Howard Johnson Express San Bruno SFO West
  • Hotel Aura San Bruno
  • Aura San Bruno
  • Hotel Aura SFO
  • Aura SFO
  • Hotel Aura SFO Hotel
  • Hotel Aura SFO San Bruno
  • Hotel Aura SFO Hotel San Bruno

You should know

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.