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Element, San Jose airport


SERVICE & CHECKIN -- Helpful, attentive, & professional staff. The checkin speed can be improved by I was satisfied with the customer service & hospitality here. Early checkin is available for free & late checkout of 30m was offered.

Parking is available albeit a bit expensive.


LOBBY, ELEVATOR, CORRIDORS -- The lobby area is quite large, has visibly high cleaning standards, & feels very inviting. Elevators are speedy, spacious, & well-maintained.

Corridors are wide, have a great design aesthetic & frequent upkeep.



ROOM (walkthrough) -- I like that they've opted for a do-not-disturb magnet instead of the flimsy & unsanitary door-knob paper signs.

The relaxation theme is very strong & well-executed; scents, textures, & stock create an incredibly calming, upscale apart-home vibe. The units are spacious for 2 or more with tons seating options & tabletop space. Lighting is excellent, the flooring is well-maintained, & the windows (although not functional) were clean and nice for people watching.

Cons: The AC is capped & not very performant. Strange HVAC design here.


BED -- Some of my best sleep I've had in months.

Very supportive mattress with a great firmness level. Cozy, comfortable, & soft bedding. High cleaning standards.

The bed side USBC outlets were a major plus.

Cons: the bed is directly under a vent which some might find unpleasant if you prefer more indirect vs direct air blowing on you.


BATH -- Medium-sized Eco-friendly bathroom with motion activated lights & great water pressure throughout.

The shower is very streamlined but pre-stocked with Pharmacopia bathing products.

Cons: towels are on the smaller side; no bathrobe; single spray pattern shower head


WI-FI -- Complimentary Wi-Fi is unencrypted but very performant.

Great for multiple devices & use cases.

--Nerd Stats--

187-210 Mbps download

180-197 Mbps upload

0.9 % packet loss

5-8 ms latency

1-2 ms jitter

--Performance--

Video streaming - GREAT

Online gaming - GREAT

Video chatting - GREAT


FOOD & DRINK -- Not DoorDash friendly, but there's a full kitchenette at your disposal containing dining-ware sets for 4, double-burner stovetop, & full-sized microwave-- I made some delicious hot pot!

They do offer breakfast but it's chaotic & poorly implemented. The crowd/lines back up to the elevator, the seating area is very limited, & the spread is odd (lots of starches w/few condiments).



NOISE -- Not one of their strengths...

Walls are thin & sound leaks in heavily from the hallway. While the ceilings are high, noise echoes loudly due to the hardwood flooring.

Get the highest floor possible & pray for quiet neighbors.


VERDICT

Not the quietest place to staycation but the  accommodations & hospitality make it worthwhile.

I would stay here again & recommend it to anyone considering the airport area.

4/5⭐️


@mrstaycation

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