Hotel Aura SFO

Property class: 3

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Lobby
Free self parking
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Free daily continental breakfast
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(84 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(239 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Bruno

Located within a mile (2 km) of Artichoke Joe's Casino, Hotel Aura SFO is within 2 miles (3 km) of Millbrae Square Shopping Center. This 49-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle.

What's nearby

  • Artichoke Joe's Casino - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Millbrae Square Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Millbrae Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • The Shops at Tanforan - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • SFO Museum - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Bruno Station - 3 min drive
  • San Bruno Station - 20 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mexicana Produce Market - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Societea - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Doghouse - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO features free WiFi in public areas and a water dispenser. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle at scheduled times. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations. Additional amenities include a vending machine and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 55-inch LED TVs with satellite channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Weekly housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 4:00 AM to 11:00 AM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self 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
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoking not allowed

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: 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available during limited hours). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Aura SFO?

Hotel Aura SFO provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Aura SFO?

As of Apr 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Aura SFO on Apr 26, 2026 start from $142, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around Hotel Aura SFO?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in San Bruno, and it's within a short 16-minute walk of Artichoke Joe's Casino. You'll also find SFO Museum and Santa Cruz Mountains within a short drive.

Does Hotel Aura SFO have a casino?

No, Hotel Aura SFO doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Aura SFO?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Hotel Aura SFO feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Hotel Aura SFO offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Hotel Aura SFO allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Aura SFO.

How close is the airport from Hotel Aura SFO?

The closest major airport to Hotel Aura SFO is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is 3.8 mi away (7 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is located 14.9 mi away (23-minute drive).

Hotel Aura SFO Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1574 out of 2604 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 702 out of 2604 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 226 out of 2604 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 2604 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 2604 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

tayyaba

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Gavin, Ketchum

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel is in a very very busy street, loud and very difficult to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Zhihe

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean. Staff are helpful. I had a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room with basic continental breakfast. Must request daily maid service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ferenc

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

F. Jay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet room. Very courteous,helpful staff. Free parking and close to the airport. Good value. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

paul, carson city

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great very roomy and had plenty of seating good lite and heater /ac worked good only issue was load neighbors at 3 in the morning keeping us up parking is a little tight in the garage but made it work will definitely stay her again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly. We got in late. Really late. The breakfast was nice and convenient. Waffles…. Toast…. Juice…. The front desk was able to store our bags while we spent the last day in the city (flight was in the evening) Overall it was great for the price!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very spacious and the bed extremely comfortable. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room is spacious and for the price more equipped than i expected for the price. The shuttle runs on time as outlined- great for peace of mind when travelling. I had a long layover so this was an excellent option for me. Hotel breakfast is the typical fare for a hotel. Personally I would appreciated some sugar free options in the oatmeal and yogurt but otherwise decent options. Happy that I picked this place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Leah

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was very friendly and helpful, but the Tv only worked sometimes, remote barely worked at all. The fridge was so warm our food went bad. Some of the towels had a foul odor. It’s very affordable but be prepared for things to not be perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elmer Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quiet comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Louie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Wenjuan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are old but clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ethan, Valrico

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The AC was off which caused the room to smell. The shuttle either needs to go away or better organized. I ended up taking a $40 share ride for a 5 min drive.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn, Bakersfield

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This stay was booked last minute due to a flight cancellation. We were very pleased with the 2 rooms we booked. Clean, simple, and comfortable for our one night stay. We arrived very late like 1am and the front desk was very pleasant despite our very late check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diana, Woodland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and just right to lay our heads down for a few hours before a flight out of SFO.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, pretty new, great value, with free underneath parking, free WiFi, and free breakfast from 6:30am to 9:30 am with waffles, toast, cheese omelets, cereals, OJ, Apple Juice, Tea and Coffee. Great location near Tanforan Mall, I-380 which connects to 1-280 and US 101, close to SFO.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Uyen, San Jose

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dane

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026