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The hotel appears to be under renovations, so dust and equipment is expected. However the cleanliness of the hotel was awful. The front desk attendant reeked of weed, but he was friendly during check in. When getting to the rooms, out floors were filthy. Dirty qtips and smashes skittles on the floor. Nothing appeared to be wiped down or cleaned. The shower curtain was broken and did not fit the shower, so the entire bathroom flooded when turning on the shower. It was not a pleasant experience.

Great hotel! Bed was super comfy and clean! Staff was friendly! We will stay again.

A nice place to stay with limited frills, but great rooms.

Out of the way and pleasant if you want to rest. Near food and a bar.

The staff was nice and the hotel was clean. The walls were thin and the rooms were small.

My sisters and I booked a room total of 3, my nephew was having a varsity game in Shiner,Tx, but we found great price and nice looking hotel to be in Gonzalez. We experience friendly people through out our stay. From front counter, owners, breakfast staff, and cleaning staff. Breakfast had a nice variety of choices for my family. The beds very comfy and shower was excellent. We enjoyed our stay all the way around.

On walking in, I was surprised how big the room was. Plenty of space to relax and rest up. The only complaint I have though not a biggie, is that the microwave was noisy, but only used it for less than 5 minutes. The breakfast area is small but they pack in lots of options. That morning they had waffles, eggs, sausage, kolaches, oatmeal, cereal, grits, juice, tea, coffee,toast. Again, surprised to see such variety.

Nice little hotel we stayed at while participating in the Shiner Beer Run. Hot breakfast was good. Desk personnel were helpful in locating dining options in the area.

I think we may have been the first to sleep in the room. Very nice and I sllept like a baby.

Water Street Gonzales TX

Hotel highlights

  • Close to Guadalupe River
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Free in-room WiFi
  • Free parking

Located within a mile (2 km) of Guadalupe River, Sonesta Essential Gonzales is within 2 miles (3 km) of Discoveries From the Past. This 53-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.


Dining

Free continental breakfast is served each morning from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.


Rooms

Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.


Property features

Sonesta Essential Gonzales features WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a terrace. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, barbecue grills, and a garden.

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen Beds | Sleeps 4

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

2 Queen Beds | Sleeps 4

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

1 Queen Bed | Sleeps 2

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed | Sleeps 2

Guest reviews for Sonesta Essential Gonzales

Everyone (6) Couples (3)
4
Everyone

By on Feb 3, 2024

2
Business Business

The hotel appears to be under renovations, so dust and equipment is expected. However the cleanliness of the hotel was awful. The front desk attendant reeked of weed, but he was friendly during check in. When getting to the rooms, out floors were filthy. Dirty qtips and smashes skittles on the floor. Nothing appeared to be wiped down or cleaned. The shower curtain was broken and did not fit the shower, so the entire bathroom flooded when turning on the shower. It was not a pleasant experience.

By on Oct 17, 2023

4
Everyone

By on Jun 9, 2023

5
Partner Couples

Great hotel! Bed was super comfy and clean! Staff was friendly! We will stay again.

By , from Austin on Nov 24, 2020

Review comment responded on Dec 5, 2020

Dear Happy Guest. Thank you for giving us a perfect rating and for recommending our hotel to other travelers. I’m sure our entire hotel staff enjoyed catering to your needs as much as you enjoyed your stay. Take care!

4
Family with small children

A nice place to stay with limited frills, but great rooms.

By on Sep 22, 2020

Review comment responded on Oct 22, 2020

Dear Traveler. Thank you for your review and for choosing our hotel. I am happy that you have enjoyed your stay and I am looking forward to having you again as a guest in our hotel.

4

nice and quiet

Everyone

Out of the way and pleasant if you want to rest. Near food and a bar.

By , from San Pedro,CA on Mar 10, 2018

3

got what i paid for.

Everyone

The staff was nice and the hotel was clean. The walls were thin and the rooms were small.

By , from Kerrville, TX on Feb 21, 2017

5

nice friendly hotel

Everyone

My sisters and I booked a room total of 3, my nephew was having a varsity game in Shiner,Tx, but we found great price and nice looking hotel to be in Gonzalez. We experience friendly people through out our stay. From front counter, owners, breakfast staff, and cleaning staff. Breakfast had a nice variety of choices for my family. The beds very comfy and shower was excellent. We enjoyed our stay all the way around.

By , from San Antonio, Texas on Feb 12, 2017

5

great stay. recommend to anyone.

Everyone

On walking in, I was surprised how big the room was. Plenty of space to relax and rest up. The only complaint I have though not a biggie, is that the microwave was noisy, but only used it for less than 5 minutes. The breakfast area is small but they pack in lots of options. That morning they had waffles, eggs, sausage, kolaches, oatmeal, cereal, grits, juice, tea, coffee,toast. Again, surprised to see such variety.

By , from Houston on Feb 12, 2017

4

shiner stay

Couples

Nice little hotel we stayed at while participating in the Shiner Beer Run. Hot breakfast was good. Desk personnel were helpful in locating dining options in the area.

By on Feb 24, 2015

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