Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport

Property class: 2.5

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Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Lobby
Lobby
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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7902 Mosley Rd, Houston, TX, 77061
  • Place, Almeda Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulfgate Shopping Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Port of Houston
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Houston

Located in Southeast Houston, Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport is within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Gulfgate Shopping Center and University of Houston. This 134-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Almeda Mall - 3 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Gulfgate Shopping Center - 5 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Port of Houston - 8 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Lone Star Flight Museum - 8 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • University of Houston - 10 min drive - 9.9 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Center Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • Kinder Station - 17 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waffle House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Top Bakery y Taqueria - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pappas Bar-B-Q - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Arandas Bakery - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport features an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a gym. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle at scheduled times. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available on request.
An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 11:30 PM at scheduled times
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from February 24 2026 to April 30 2027 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the swimming pools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 40.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 5.85 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 40.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30.00 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Drury Houston Hobby
Drury Inn Houston Hobby
Drury Inn Houston Hobby Airport
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GreenTree Hotel Houston Hobby
Drury Inn Suites Houston Hobby Airport
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

This hotel is situated in Southeast Houston, close to Almeda Mall, Port of Houston, and Lone Star Flight Museum. You'll also find Gulfgate Shopping Center and Pasadena Historical Museum nearby.

Is parking available on site at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport include a casino?

No, Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool. Note though that pool facilities will be unavailable from February 24 2026 until April 30 2027 (subject to change).

Is Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool, a gym, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Does Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport for a fee of USD 40.00 per pet, per day. A deposit of USD 100.00 per stay is collected.

Does Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

The closest major airport to Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport is Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU), which is 2.2 mi away (15 minutes by car). Another top airport is Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field), which is located 7.9 mi away (23-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport that offer a balcony.

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 312 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 140 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 250 out of 1002 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LeeBrian

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best of the best you guys please come visit. Front desk staff amazing wish I had memorized her and his name beautiful young black lady and guy next time in town I’ll be back to say hi you two thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

karlesha

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sherifat

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good except that there was no fridge and microwave in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Beth

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hugo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Couldn’t even check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

tavengwa

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

TERRY

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnson

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and l love how they set up the toiltries and the toilet tissues was nicely designed prior to me using it. The staff were very courteous. I saw that the place appears more upgraded in comparison to my previous stay. My only desire is for them to have room aroma upgraded. Case in point my clothes had an old scent. When l got my home, l had to wash the clothes that l did not wear because they had an old musty smell. I am now thinking that the people on the plane probaby find my clothes to be smelling musty as well. The price for my stay was vost effective. The elevator and the lobby was clean. It is easy access to uber or lyft and not far from Wal-Mart etc
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manikanta Prasad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Oscar

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Vishnuvinutha

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nick

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had to call twice to get a shuttle from the airport after the driver left us. Gave us the wrong room and had to get that changed. Smell was not inviting in the lobby or the room. Pool was cold and no lighting or safety measures in the area. And to top it off the front desk called me at 1:45 in the morning just to hang up. Room was not terrible if you can get past the yellow stained need sheets and hair all over the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Sergio

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jermaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was good. Didn't try the pool. Staff was okay. Didn't need them so I can't say to much about them
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Guest staff was friendly and courteous. For the brief of stay, the hotel was a great bargain and would definitely stay there again in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Biting mosquitoes in room, no hot water for my two night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025