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Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - International Drive

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and theme park shuttle service

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Exterior
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds
Lobby
Coffee shop
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Renovated in 2023, Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - International Drive offers a family-friendly atmosphere with an outdoor pool, garden, and spa tub. Enjoy the coffee shop, arcade, and helpful staff who assist with nearby attractions like Pirate's Cove and SEA LIFE Orlando.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, Multiple Beds (Two Bedroom King + Two Doubles)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, Multiple Beds (Two Bedroom, King + Queen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Queen Bed (One Bedroom - Mobility Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed (One Bedroom - Hearing/Mobility Access)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Queen Bed (One Bedroom - Hearing/Mobility Access)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, Multiple Beds (Two Bedroom King/Queen ICON Park View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds (Suite-King+Queen, Mobility Accessible)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, Multiple Beds (Suite-King+Queen, Mobility Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds (Two Bedroom, Mobility Accesible)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, Multiple Beds (Two Bedroom, Mobility Accesible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds (2 Bedroom, Accessible Shower)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, Multiple Beds (2 Bedroom, Accessible Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard View (One Bedroom)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard View (One Bedroom)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in International Drive District, a neighborhood in Orlando, Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - International Drive is in the entertainment district and near theme parks. Orlando International Premium Outlets is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit The Orlando Eye and SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Aquatica and Universal Studios Florida. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with skydiving and hiking/biking trails.
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8480 International Drive, Orlando, FL, 32819

What's nearby

  • The Orlando Eye - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Orange County Convention Center - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • SeaWorld® Orlando - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Universal Studios Florida - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Orlando Station - 15 min drive
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brother Jimmy’s Bbq - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tin Roof - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Yard House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Boston Lobster Feast - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Café Tu Tu Tango - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - International Drive

Family-friendly hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
Located close to SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium and Madame Tussauds, Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - International Drive provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. An arcade/game room, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Breakfast (surcharge), a free theme park shuttle, and express check-out
  • 2 meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and a gift shop
  • A TV in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 146 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free internet access and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchens, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free theme park shuttle
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily on-the-go breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 10 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free theme park shuttle
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in bathtub (34 inches high)
  • Grab bar in shower (34 inches high)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1991
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - May 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per week
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra 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:

  • Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 19.13 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Parking
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 10 for adults, and USD 0 to 0 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per week
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Laundry fee: USD 3 per day

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 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 and cash
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, and a smoke detector
This property is professionally cleaned
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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

ES Sonesta Suites Orlando
ES Suites Orlando
Orlando ES
Orlando Sonesta
Sonesta ES Orlando
Sonesta ES Suites Orlando International Drive Hotel
Sonesta ES Suites Condo
Sonesta ES Suites Condo Orlando
Sonesta ES Suites Orlando International Drive
Sonesta Orlando
Sonesta ES Suites Orlando Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - International Drive have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - International Drive pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - International Drive?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - International Drive?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - International Drive located?

This family-friendly Orlando hotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 5-minute walk of Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf, SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium, and Madame Tussauds. The Orlando Eye and Orange County Convention Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - International Drive Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 680 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1016 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mirka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place & location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best thing about this hotel is it central location. Lots of excellent restaurants and bars located within walking distance.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the location of this property, so many options of food and things to do. And rooms are so spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zurisadai Perez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the price, and across the street from everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Montoya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff Roxy made the stay very memorable, definitely will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay in Orlando. Vanessa at the front desk is always super helpful and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location friendly staff well priced all round good quality
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avinash

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

10/10 Excellent

wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always the place for my family to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Amenities
Clean and helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great quiet place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A great, comfortable, home like environment! I have stayed here many times. I recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yosmel

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to icon park and on international drive
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the location and the rooms are always clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice big roomy, comfortable & clean rooms convenient to the attractions
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is my hotel stay every time I visit Orlando…
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Todo excelente
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MYANH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was wonderful. Building is a little old but the room was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria D

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Has to be more clean, the bath tub of both bath wee clog
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location excellent. Staff very helpful when there was a problem. Toilets in room had black. Mould around the water line looked like it had not been cleaned in weeks bu was done when. Mentioned to reception
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

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