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Sonesta Essential La Porte

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and area shuttle service
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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11003 Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, TX, 77571
  • Place, Sylvan Beach Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, San Jacinto Community College
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪42 min drive‬
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8.6 out of 10
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(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
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About the neighborhood

La Porte

Located in Fairmont Park, Sonesta Essential La Porte is within a 10-minute drive of popular attractions such as Sylvan Beach Park and Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds. This 84-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Sylvan Beach Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • San Jacinto Community College - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Heritage Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Kemah Boardwalk - 12 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walk-On's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wing Stop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential La Porte

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and area shuttle service
At Sonesta Essential La Porte, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking and a free area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the area. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include a business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a meeting room.
Guests can expect 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a regional park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Porte
Quality Porte
Quality Inn Suites La Porte
Quality Inn Suites La Porte
Sonesta Essential Porte Porte
Sonesta Essential La Porte Hotel
Sonesta Essential La Porte La Porte
Sonesta Essential La Porte Hotel La Porte

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

Sonesta Essential La Porte provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

As of Dec 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential La Porte on Jan 1, 2026 start from $76.0, excluding 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.

What's there to see close to Sonesta Essential La Porte?

This hotel is situated in Fairmont Park, close to Sylvan Beach Park, Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds, and Armand Bayou Nature Center. Heritage Park is also within a driving distance of 3 mi.

Will I be able to park at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Sonesta Essential La Porte feature a casino at the property?

No, Sonesta Essential La Porte doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is Sonesta Essential La Porte a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and free Internet access as well as an indoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Sonesta Essential La Porte have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Sonesta Essential La Porte offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Sonesta Essential La Porte allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Sonesta Essential La Porte for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per day. A deposit of USD 100 per stay is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Sonesta Essential La Porte?

The closest major airport to Sonesta Essential La Porte is Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field), which is 9.4 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 16.5 mi away (36-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sonesta Essential La Porte.

Sonesta Essential La Porte Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 340 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 340 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 340 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 340 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 340 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very inexpensive & totally renovated

Sam, who checked us in was warm, friendly, and very accommodating. There was something wrong with our first room, and he moved us immediately. You can tell everything is brand new in the rooms, like they totally renovated the hotel. A couple of things that weren't great - the girl that worked a couple of the mornings was not in a rush to get more coffee when I told her they were out. She took an hour to refill the coffee carafes (that's an important beverage in the morning to most of us!). The other was that the bed was definitely old and very uncomfortable. Lastly, the cable TV was really wonky & the channels would just go out in the middle of watching a show. However, given the incredible price and safety of the location, I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atef

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly. Please provide do not disturb tags for the room doors.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Roach Haven

"Roach Haven" - Scheduled for 3 nights at Woodspring-Denton.  Saw a roach day one & reported it to front desk (clerk said she'd tell the manager).  I asked if they had any spray and was told no.  This didn't seem logical to me if you know, you have roaches.  A few more roaches began to show themselves.  Day two, spoke to the mgr that morning to confirm the incident at which time he logged it in a book and indicated pest control would be out that day.  I asked a different clerk for some insect spray ... she gave me a can of spray (hmmm ... very odd since I was told they didn't have any the day before). I sprayed the room.  Pest control didn't make it out until the next morning at 8:20.  They sprayed and the roach fest(ival) was on ... as the insecticide drove more of them out of hiding.  This made for an edgy time ... the pinnacle of which was when a roach crawled on one of us that night as we were sleeping.  Shaking my head. Throwing up my hands.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were really comfortable and it was in proximity to a lot of restaurants and things to do. The only thing I will mention is that it has an interesting smell to it but if that doesn’t matter much then I recommend booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Just stayed one night. I was able to switch bed options upon arrival. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service.. Clean and organize property.. I will give it 99.9% satisfaction rating 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price, room, and the staff was amazing. Looked really nice inside
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a really nice hotel with friendly staff and an excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Israa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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