Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport

2.5 star property

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Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers
Lobby
Lobby
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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, Club Rumba
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulfgate Shopping Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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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
  • Club Rumba - 4 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Gulfgate Shopping Center - 5 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Port of Houston - 8 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • University of Houston - 11 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Houston Station - 22 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Top Bakery y Taqueria - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pappas Bar-B-Q - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬8 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, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. 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

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
  • ATM
  • 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
Drury Inn Hobby Airport
Drury Houston Hobby Airport
Drury Hobby Airport
GreenTree Hotel Houston Hobby
Drury Inn Suites Houston Hobby Airport
GreenTree Inn Suites Houston Hobby Airport
Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport Hotel
Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport Houston
Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport Hotel Houston

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 Port of Houston, Lone Star Flight Museum, and Almeda Mall. 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 24-hour front desk, and a gym 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 2.4 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field), which is located 8 mi away (22-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 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 139 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 250 out of 1001 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness
I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was very relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Stephany

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t end up staying. We literally left an hour after staying because our room had roaches and the tub was so nasty.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andy

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
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10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They overbooked the hotel and still ran my card and told me it's hotels.com's problem now. Saw one of the rooms and it was absolutely disgusting. Had to walk to a different hotel down the interstate. Staff was incredibly rude and had half a dozen reservations behind us that were also ignored. Stay away.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean and quiet place to relax with friendly staff and great housekeeping
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Available dining areas and close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Johnny

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
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2/10 Terrible

Ariel

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very terrible place I will never stay! Managers not on duty and Steve couldn’t reach no manager. Rooms horrible and smell horrible! Not safe feces and urine smell in rooms strong!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

London

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Had to switch my room . First room had broken phone, broken chain lock, and a horrible smell! Second room had roaches coming from the dresser or possible refrigerator but yes there was real roaches!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Emily

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were overbooked, and the other couple we were with were able to get their room. Theirs was so disgusting that that asked us to get another hotel. We however could not get our room... There was somebody od'ing in the lobby, and after we left an ambulance showed up. 0/10 would not recommend. They didn't even help us find another hotel. Hotels.com has not refunded us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice, very clean and great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Be aware that indoor pool doesnt mean that the water is warm enough for swimming until summer. Part is uncovered and the water flows between the 2. Pool property was not maintained and trash was by all the chairs. Water was tracked thruout the hallways. Breakfast consisted of limited choices, including wet scrambled eggs and no butter for toast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Esperanza

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was nasty. Smell of mold. The restroom was even worse. Booked a king bed no rooms were available at check in time so had to get a double. It looks nothing like the pictures. Pool was closed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Sherifat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good except that there was no fridge and microwave in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Jazz

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had roaches, the tv didn’t work, had a bad order
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

S.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, free parking, breakfast, quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

fadekemi

Liked: Amenities
I love the breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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4/10 Poor

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I don't understand why they would offer a shuttle service at 4:00 AM when it still hadn't arrived by 4:20 AM. I had to call an Uber just to make sure I didn't miss my flight. I even called multiple hotels beforehand to confirm shuttle schedules since my flight was at 5:20 AM.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Manikanta Prasad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Hugo

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