Hotel Aura SFO

3.0 star property

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Interior entrance
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | Bathroom
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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190 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA, 94066
  • Artichoke Joe's Casino
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Millbrae Square Shopping Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • South San Francisco Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(174 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel in San Bruno with free breakfast and airport shuttle service
This smoke-free hotel features a 24-hour business center, a business center, and a 24-hour front desk. Free continental breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle. Additionally, a computer station, tour/ticket assistance, and a TV in a common area are onsite. Weekly housekeeping is available.
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.

The free breakfast at Hotel Aura SFO gets good marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Millbrae Square Shopping Center. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free roundtrip airport shuttle are available.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Extended parking available for a fee
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, a 24-hour business center, and a computer
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the comfy beds, cleanliness, and spaciousness
  • 7 minutes by car from San Francisco Bay and 14 minutes from Chase Center
  • Free airport shuttle service
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 at scheduled times. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance 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.

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

Languages

English, Filipino, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free return airport shuttle from 4:00 AM to 11:00 AM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (USD 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Extended parking fee: USD 15 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1386 out of 2296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 626 out of 2296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 194 out of 2296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 2296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 2296 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lan, Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a short staybor a basic very nice clean base to explore San Francisco at a great price this place is great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Stella Marie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worth the money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well located for airport, covered parking, clean, ample breakfast included,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rossa

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Stacy

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dannie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anne, Den Haag

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan, Davis

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy in, easy out, free (though not extensive) breakfast, and timely transport to the airport - everything I need from an airport hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Philip

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dirty
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I appreciated the airport shuttle
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Oscar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Near airport

Clean and comfortable. Close to the airport and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Aura was reasonably priced with free parking and continental breakfast. It was clean, no bed bugs, and had good water pressure. The entertainment tv is cable only which sucks but we were out exploring everyday anyway.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Bridget

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heinz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

TeRautau

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sokkun

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value! Room clean, well appointed. Front desk welcoming. Had basic breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My room was clean, updated, breakfast included was great. The property manager was friendly and helpful. I will stay at Hotel Aura again when we visit San Francisco.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I like this Hotel

The room is huge and very confortable, easy access from parking , staff very nice and friendly. Breakfast is pretty good. few restaurants around. The only one issue I had was internet. Not very good in my room. It was working but pretty slow. I love the room! size is perfect with lots of windows.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

William

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was priced right. Friendly staff. Clean . Shuttle service was shared between multiple hotels but it worked.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025