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Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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8101 Aircenter Ct, Orlando, FL, 32809
  • Place, Oak Ridge Gun Range
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Conway
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Florida Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Roll-in Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Orlando

Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport is located within a few miles (5 km) of Florida Mall and Crayola Experience. This 3-star hotel has 100 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Oak Ridge Gun Range - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Lake Conway - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando South - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Florida Mall - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Crayola Experience - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Brightline Orlando Station - 13 min drive
  • Sand Lake Road Station - 15 min walk
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wawa - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport

At Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a seasonal outdoor pool, a computer station, and laundry facilities.
55-inch LED TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

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.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from February 10 to February 11:
  • Business center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking area
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday:
  • Fitness facility
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 50.00 will be collected before check-in.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from March to December.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Best Western Airport Inn
Best Western Inn Airport
Best Western Airport Inn Orlando
Best Western Airport Orlando
Best Western Airport Inn And Suites
Best Western Airport Hotel Orlando
Sonesta Essential Orlando Hotel
Best Western Airport Inn Suites
Sonesta Essential Orlando Orlando
Sonesta Essential Orlando Hotel Orlando

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

This hotel is located in Orlando, close to Orlando International Premium Outlets, Florida Mall, and Mall at Millenia. Crayola Experience is also within a driving distance of 2.9 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport on Apr 5, 2026 start from $116, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport include a casino on the premises?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from March until December.

Is Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and free breakfast plus some guestrooms include free Internet access.

Are there hot tubs at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

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

Does Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

The closest major airport to Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport is Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO), which is 5.2 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Kissimmee, FL (ISM-Kissimmee Gateway), which is located 17.8 mi away (32-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport.

Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 686 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 686 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 686 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 686 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 686 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Room was clean, got my moneys worth
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alejo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Priscila

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tony

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was nice but room wasn’t what was expected need a lot of renovations
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochele, Sammamish

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cooooooozy bed!!!!! Great sweet front desk girl!!!!! Great deal for the price!! I had a one night layover and it was perfect!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pralongpol

Th
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and the customer.service was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mirissa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean, staff was kind, breakfast was pretty decent, but I will say their lobby uses far too many air fresheners. Other than that I have no complaints!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Paulisha

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samer

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Rajesh

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was not the best. The room was a bit stuffy but the staff was excellent.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dylan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Alana

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
I saw two roaches immediately when we got into the room. One was a baby roach and the other was a medium size roach. When we checked in, it was super late at night so we did not exchange their rooms, but I would probably never book here again. The atmosphere was quiet though.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Danielle

Liked: Staff & service
Cons: Roaches. There were 3 German cockroaches that scurried as soon as we turned the lights on. And the hallways smelled like mold. Pros: staff was nice, room appeared to be clean, lobby smelled nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Anusha

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ciandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice stay. my shower water wouldn’t get but luke warm at best but otherwise a nice stay. will revisit when i come back to orlando
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Justice

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Eddie Jack McEwen

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4- nights cleaned the rim once - reluctantly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Vaughan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a very good hotel near MCO airport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Vero Beach

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Carissa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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