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Hotel class 2.0 of 5
222 South Airport Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA 94080
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4 of 5 stars
nickss1   178 contributions
Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Nov 1, 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel

Stayed at the Howard Johnson at the end of a road trip to Northern California, on the night before flying out of SFO. The motel is close to airport, just of Highway 101. Simple motel that meets the simple needs. Friendly check in, also noted that it has a shuttle to SFO, although I didn't use. Clean room, with fridge,... more

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4 of 5 stars
jaydenp23   27 contributions
downey/los angeles, ca
Oct 15, 2009 | Trip type: Family

After reading the negative reviews and seeing the pictures of this hotel I really was not expectimg much. When we arrived at the hotel i was really surprised. Everything in the room was updated and the service was good. We paid less then $50 dollars a night and it was well worth it. I would stay here again. The drive... more

good value
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3 of 5 stars
grimbo77   9 contributions
scotland
Sep 20, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

handy for accessing downtown and close to good restaurant. friendly staff. only downside was tv remote didn't work and wasn't fixed. more

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4 of 5 stars
clyde21222   15 contributions
Baltimore
Jun 26, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

There are several lower end chains in the vicinlty of the airport. We drove past them ALL. Some look pretty bad, some almost looked like they were rent by the hour type places. This hotel was wonderful, good price, clean room and 10 minutes from the rental car return. If you want or need pampered pass this place by, if... more

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4 of 5 stars
turtlegirl4   7 contributions
san diego
May 10, 2009 | Trip type: Couples

This a no frills place, but quite adequate. Hubby and I got to spend our money in san francisco having fun instead of paying a lot for a place where we just laid our heads. I mean, san francisco is a great place (my first visit!) and spendiing time in your room is a waste of time. We got just... more

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1 of 5 stars
BushraA   1 contribution
MD
Nov 3, 2008 | Trip type: Solo travel
2/2 found this review helpful

Recently, my dad visited California and stayed at this Howard Johnson. During his stay at the above hotel,a hispanic man at the front desk (whose name is unknown to me)behaved in an outrageously rude and harsh manner when he requested a bottle of water. The man was sitting infront of a computer monitor browsing through a photo album (and clearly... more

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4 of 5 stars
Whiskers007   28 contributions
Kiwis on the Roadtrip
Aug 30, 2008 | Trip type: Couples

Very convinently located to the airport and regular free shuttle to and from the airport.Made the trip on the BART to the city real easy. Room was clean but basic with shower over the bath. Breakfast was good with plenty supplied. Hosts were friendly and helpful for the few questions we had. Wehad a room near the frot of the... more

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1 of 5 stars
Espresso_ON   1 contribution
Ontario
Jul 27, 2008 | Trip type: Family
1/1 found this review helpful

Was told phone in room did not work at the room given upon check-in, but apart from that - vent did not work in the bathroom, hairdryer was missing, bathroom was disgusting and room was smelly. Internet connection is nonexistent. Do not believe the ad when they say it was recently re-modelled, the property alone from the outside will give... more

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5 of 5 stars
Mfarm   1 contribution
Thunder Bay
Mar 10, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We recently spent a week at the Howard Johnson in San Francisco. We made several changes to our reservation during the week and the hotel staff were very accommodating. The hotel has convenient shuttle service running at regular intervals throughout the day, so it is easy to get to and from the airport. This allowed us to access the BART... more

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1 of 5 stars
franz71   2 contributions
London
Nov 13, 2007 | Trip type: Business, Family
2/2 found this review helpful

My dad booked the hotel (it was an inn, actually) 2-3 weeks in advance, instead of me looking for a hotel to stay. Its close proximity to where my family would be attending a gathering prompted him to choose that. It was a huge mistake!! It was advertised that check in is 14:00, room wasn't ready when we arrived at... more

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HotelHosts_Melissa, Corporate Office-Hotel Hosts

We sincerely apologize for any confusion regarding the check in time at the property, and any discourtesy the guest experienced. The employee mentioned is no longer with the company. We strive for the best in clean. comfortable accommodations and friendly service. Please be advised that any room a guest books with us will be cleaned thoroughly.

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  • Howard Johnson Hotel Express
  • South San Francisco Howard Johnson
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Address: 222 South Airport Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA 94080