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Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Gulfgate Shopping Center

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Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport offers a practical stay near the University of Houston. Guests can use the gym, handle laundry, or work at the business center. Enjoy indoor and outdoor pools with sun loungers, plus convenient luggage storage.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Room options

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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
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LCD TV
Private bathroom
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Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed

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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Air conditioning
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Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed

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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
7902 Mosley Rd, Houston, TX, 77061

What's nearby

  • University of Houston - 11 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Toyota Center - 13 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Daikin Park - 13 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • NRG Stadium - 15 min drive - 12.6 miles
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center - 17 min drive - 13.1 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Center Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • Houston Station - 20 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Top Taqueria - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Arandas Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport

Hotel near University of Houston
Located close to Gulfgate Shopping Center, Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. In addition to a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and a banquet hall
  • An elevator, a front-desk safe, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All 134 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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
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Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport Hotel
Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport Houston
Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport Hotel Houston

Frequently asked questions

Does Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay and a fee of USD 40.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 30.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 30.00 (subject to availability).

Does Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–11:30 PM at scheduled times.

Where is Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport located?

Located in Southeast Houston, this hotel is 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from Gulfgate Shopping Center and within 12 mi (20 km) of University of Houston and Toyota Center. Daikin Park and Houston Zoo are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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