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Howard Johnson San Bruno: Traveler Reviews

2.0 of 5
190 El Camino Real, Off Hwy 101 to 380 West, San Bruno, CA 94066
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221 reviews from our community

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Business
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Helsinki, Finland
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Large room, great location near airport”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 1, 2011 via mobile

We booked this accommodation near airport because our flight was departuring approx. at noon and we wanted to be near airport.
Hotel was like any other average hotel. It was clean, beds were good, room was LARGE :) Parking and wifi are free.
We just saw staff during checking in and out. No complains at all. She just did her job and that's it. :)
I didn't realise that the continental breakfast was included. What a nice surprise.

  • Stayed September 2011
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Merida, Mexico
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112 reviews 112 reviews
57 hotel reviews
Reviews in 61 cities Reviews in 61 cities
108 helpful votes 108 helpful votes
“not bad for an airport hotel”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 24, 2011

free shuttle from departures to HJ. but check in at 3 pm is a bit odd. after all people arrive at the airport in the morning, exhausted and they want a bed to sleep in as soon as possible.
breakfast starts also after 6 30 so if you have an early flight forget it....but the usual amenities, and a good night rest is what most people want, and that is what you get. no frills.

  • Stayed September 2011, traveled solo
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Brewer, Maine
2 reviews
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“great place to stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 19, 2011

We were pleasantly surprised with this hotel being so close to the airport. I expected to hear planes taking off and landing and didn't hear a single one. We were very happy with the clean room, free parking, free breakfast, and airport shuttle. The staff was also very helpful in arranging for transport to the airport the day we were leaving. They were very knowledgeable about what was in the area and how to get to the BART. We really enjoyed our stay here and will use this hotel again on our next trip. Great price/value.

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  • Stayed August 2011, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Chicago, Illinois
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Good value, no surprises”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 1, 2011

This hotel was clean, easy check in, free parking and free breakfast and airport shuttle. We were happy with the choice although there are many hotels to choose from and I would be happy with many others, I am sure if the price were similar.

We used this hotel for being close to the airport, not for touring SF.

We did not take the shuttle as we had to return our rental car, but I understand this shuttle stops here on demand only so you must make a reservation.

I said "normal" because it is just a normal hotel.. nothing extraordinary, so I didn´t want to put a 4.. I would have put 3.5 but don´t see how to do that. i have no complaints.

  • Stayed August 2011, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Halifax, Massachusetts
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18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
“Enjoyable”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 31, 2011

I arrived around 10 pm via the Airport Shuttle which seemed to pick up promptly. I had called ahead of time to request the shuttle and the hotel clerk was very nice.

Check in was a breeze and was told about the contintental breakfast in the morning.

I arrived in my room and it was very spacious with a microwave and refrigerator. It has all the basic essentials which is perfect or me. It was clean and def exceeded my expectations.

Breakfast in the morning was basic with coffee, oatmeal, cereal, milk, bagel, toast, mini muffins and juice.

  • Stayed August 2011, traveled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
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Address: 190 El Camino Real, Off Hwy 101 to 380 West, San Bruno, CA 94066
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Region: United States > California > San Bruno
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Business Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Shuttle Bus service Wheelchair access
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Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
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