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Hotel Aura

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#1 of 12 hotels in San Bruno
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The Hotel Aura in San Bruno, California is situated in an ideal location next to San Francisco Airport (SFO) for your next visit to the San Francisco Bay Area. When you stay at this affordable, yet luxurious hotel, you'll experience plush bedding, a wide range of amenities, and a variety of services such as free on-site parking for your vehicle. If you don't have a car, you can catch your flight out of SFO with our free airport shuttle service.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Car park
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Free airport transportation
Business Centre with Internet Access
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour check-in
Room features
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Microwave
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
2.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Quiet
Green
Languages Spoken
English
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Dupladeviajantes wrote a review 17 Mar
Rio de Janeiro, RJ12 contributions6 helpful votes
It’s my second time at Aura Hotel so that means the premises are very clean, which is the most important thing for me. The room is spacious and the bed is very comfortable. The bathroom has everything you need. Breakfast is perfect with a good variety of items. Aura Hotel also has a shuttle bus to the airport which is convenient. Always an excellent choice.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Room Tip: Pleasant, clean and convenient hotel
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Nin123 wrote a review Jul 2022
Australia14 contributions3 helpful votes
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I arrived in the middle of the night without luggage, unexpectedly, when my incoming flight was late and I missed my connecting flight. The lady who took my call was very helpful (I don't remember her name) and I was very grateful to her for finding me a room. I ended up staying 3 nights before I got a new connecting flight and the staff were all very helpful and very kind (especially Pravina). Very accommodating. I would definitely recommend Hotel Aura and I would definitely stay again. It was wonderful looking across at the hills in the afternoon sun while I was working at the desk.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Room Tip: I had a room overlooking the road. It wasn't noisy and I really liked all that natural light...
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Responded 28 Jul 2022
Dear Nin123, Thank you so much for leaving a Perfect Score review and rating for your stay at Hotel Aura. 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 are happy you enjoyed our convenient location, and it made it easy for you to work. We go to considerable lengths to ensure that our guests have a wonderful time staying with us at Hotel Aura. 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 P.S. Don't forget to book directly on hotelaurasfo.com to get the best deals and discounts.
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jill v wrote a review 13 Mar
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The front desk was welcoming and helpful. Room was clean with a comfortable bed, an efficient heater/ac, nothing fancy but all anyone needs for a nice stay. The continental breakfast had plenty of choices for all. The shuttle to the airport arrived about 10 minutes early so be sure to get to the lobby early! Very satisfied with this economical place to stay.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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LivingForTheTrip wrote a review 2 Mar
Edinburgh, United Kingdom36 contributions14 helpful votes
We didn’t know where to stay after an evening arrival at San Francisco airport - we chose Hotel Aura because of its free airport shuttle. The hotel staff were very responsive to our arrival information requests through booking.com, and gave us accurate information on where to catch the shuttle (departure level) and timings (just after the half hour, hourly). Tip the driver! The reception, catering and cleaning staff have all been courteous with brilliant service in spite of my extra requests for more blankets, decaf coffee pods snd milk - Keurig machine n the room, which was spotlessly clean. Toiletries suppled & shower strong warm spray, fluffy clean white towels, large TV screen at end of bed with cable choices. Breakfast buffet delicious with hot waffles & range of muffins & hard boiled egg. Thank you for our wonderful stay!
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Date of stay: March 2024
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FellowTraveler790640 wrote a review Feb 2024
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I was greeted with a smile, and I found my room to be comfortable and spotless. I needed a shuttle from the airport, and found it was free. When I needed to stay a few hours before a late night flight home, the staff let me leave my luggage in a safe place, and called the shuttle when I returned from a shopping trip,. It was quite handicapped accessible at the entrance, and there was a parking garage on 2 levels, with eady access to the lobby. I found an excellent Mexican restaurant across the street, and a Hawaiian restaurant a block away.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Bonnie H wrote a review Feb 2024
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Very comfortable room, clean and cozy bed. Desk clerk was attentive to our needs after airport shuttle drove past us. He called us back to say shuttle was returning. Easy check in and check out with pleasant and sincere smiles. We would stay again while in San Fran. Would have liked more protein for breakfast. Only source was yogurt. Over all, a great stay! Thanks, Hotel Aura
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Cruiser01514103234 wrote a review Dec 2023
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The staff is extremely helpful and friendly. The hotel was immaculate and I would recommend it if you are flying into or out of SFO. Beds are very comfortable and it has a shuttle to the airport…Perfect!
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Responded 20 Dec 2023
Dear Cruiser,   Thank you for your positive feedback! It's wonderful to hear that you found the hotel to be a great place for a night's stay, close to restaurants, and that the staff was extremely helpful and friendly. I'm glad you enjoyed the immaculate condition of the hotel, comfortable beds, and the convenience of the shuttle service to the airport. We appreciate your recommendation, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another excellent stay in the future. If there's anything specific you loved about your experience or any preferences you have for your next visit, feel free to let us know. Safe travels!   Best Regards, Hotel Aura Management PS: When you are ready for your next visit to San Bruno, book your stay directly on hotelaurasfo.com, where you will find the lowest possible rates anywhere online!
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MikeJennyQ wrote a review Nov 2023
Onalaska, Wisconsin985 contributions217 helpful votes
Perfect overnight between air connections. Nicely appointed room quite secure. Nice front desk staff late night and in morning. Light breakfast and coffee but adequate for us. Close to airport and has shuttle during primary hours but not late night
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Responded 4 Dec 2023
Dear Mike, Thank you for choosing our hotel for your overnight stay. We're delighted to hear that you found our rooms well-appointed and secure, and our staff accommodating. Your feedback on the breakfast and shuttle service is appreciated. We aim to provide a comfortable experience for all guests, and we hope to welcome you back for another seamless stay. Best Regards, Hotel Aura Management P.S. For fantastic offers and the best rates on our accommodations, book directly on our website: hotelaurasfo.com.
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Laura wrote a review Oct 2023
London, United Kingdom830 contributions274 helpful votes
We stayed at Hotel Aura for one night as it was conveniently located nearby to the airport for our flight back home the following day. The hotel offers a free airport shuttle at specific times throughout the day which we made use of when checking out. We stayed in room 219, it was a huge bedroom, definitely the largest room out of all the hotels we stayed in during our 3 week vacation. This was very helpful when packing up our suitcases. There is a complimentary breakfast but it is extremely limited so do not get your hopes up. If you have high expectations then it’s best to skip breakfast and buy some at the airport. The hotel is great value for money, we paid £180 for the night which was very reasonable in comparison to other hotels in the area. Although the San Bruno area doesn’t look much, it is quite a friendly residential neighbourhood with some nice restaurants. We walked to dinner and saw lots of young families. There is also some underground parking although we did not make use of this. We found all the staff to be friendly and helpful. Would not hesitate to recommend this hotel to anyone.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 12 Oct 2023
Dear LjDennis,     Thank you for sharing your positive experience at Hotel Aura. We're pleased to hear that our convenient location near the airport and the spacious room in which you stayed were highlights of your visit. We appreciate your insights about the complimentary breakfast and the value for money, which can be very helpful for other travelers. It's great that you enjoyed the friendly neighborhood and found the staff to be accommodating. Your recommendation is much appreciated, and we look forward to hosting you or your friends in the future. Safe travels!   Best Regards, Hotel Aura Management   PS: Book your stay directly on our official website hotelaurasfo.com instead of online travel agents and get excellent deals and discounts!
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wizard7mel wrote a review Aug 2023
Bexhill-on-Sea, United Kingdom83 contributions67 helpful votes
We stayed overnight here as we needed somewhere near the airport. We had a free shuttle to and from the airport and it was a short bus ride to the local mall which has plenty of good food options. Breakfast is served from 6.30 but we needed to be on the 6.08 so they opened it early for us! Breakfast was very good, continental style buffet. The room was comfortable, we had everything we needed.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 29 Aug 2023
Dear Guest,   Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're delighted to hear that your quick stopover was convenient and enjoyable. It's great to know that our location near the airport was convenient for your needs. Our complimentary shuttle service is designed to make travel smoother, and we're glad to hear that it worked well for you. Additionally, we're pleased that you were able to take advantage of the nearby mall for some dining options. We're thrilled to hear that our team was accommodating and opened the breakfast early to accommodate your schedule. Providing a satisfying breakfast experience is important to us, and we're glad you enjoyed the continental-style buffet. It's wonderful that you found the room comfortable and well-equipped with everything you needed. Guest comfort and convenience are top priorities for us, and we're pleased that we met your expectations. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another positive experience in the future. If you have any further comments or suggestions, please don't hesitate to share them with us. Safe travels! Best Regards, Hotel Aura Management PS: When you are ready for your next visit to San Bruno, be sure to book your stay directly on hotelaurasfo.com where you will find the lowest possible rates anywhere online!
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€97 - €131 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
howard johnson san bruno hotel san bruno, san bruno howard johnson
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Howard Johnson Express Inn San Bruno/SFO West
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United StatesCaliforniaSan Bruno
NUMBER OF ROOMS
49
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Aura
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel Aura?
Nearby attractions include Sanatan Mandir (1.0 km), Artichoke Joe's Casino (1.1 km), and San Bruno City Park (0.6 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel Aura?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and a business centre.
Which room amenities are available at Hotel Aura?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
Is parking available at Hotel Aura?
Yes, free parking and a parking garage are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel Aura?
Conveniently located restaurants include West Coast Cafe, Zorba's Pizza, and Toto's Restaurant & Pizzeria.
Does Hotel Aura have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Hotel Aura offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Hotel Aura have airport transportation?
Yes, Hotel Aura offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Hotel Aura located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 1.0 km away from the centre of San Bruno.
Are there any historical sites close to Hotel Aura?
Many travellers enjoy visiting First Public School (14.0 km) and Albion Castle (12.9 km).
Is Hotel Aura accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.