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Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Scotlandville

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Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Meeting facility
Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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2949 Varsity Street, Baton Rouge, LA, 70807
  • Southern University and A&M College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Baton Rouge Zoo
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Raising Cane's River Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Baton Rouge, LA (BTR-Baton Rouge Metropolitan)
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Baton Rouge

Scotlandville stay.Your stay at this Scotlandville hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Anna T. Jordan Community Park and Southern University and A&M College. Felton G. Clark Activity Center and A.W. Mumford Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Southern University and A&M College - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Baton Rouge Zoo - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Louisiana State Capitol - 9 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Raising Cane's River Center - 11 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Louisiana State University - 14 min drive - 9.7 miles

Getting around

  • Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪RaceTrac - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Scotlandville
Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport. Free self parking is available.

This Baton Rouge hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2001
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations are furnished with double sofa beds. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

This Baton Rouge hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless 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: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 45 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9 PM.

Property is also known as

Days Inn Baton Rouge Airport
Days Inn Hotel Baton Rouge Airport
Days Inn Baton Rouge Airport Hotel
Days Baton Rouge Airport
Comfort Inn Hotel Baton Rouge
Comfort Inn Baton Rouge

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport to the airport?

Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport is 1 mi (3-min drive) away from the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport?

As of Sep 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport on Sep 21, 2025 start from $65.0, 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.

Does Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport.

Does Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport offer free breakfast?

Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hollywood Casino (9-min drive) and Belle of Baton Rouge Casino (10-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport have a pool?

Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9 AM to 9 PM.

Does Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport to downtown Baton Rouge?

Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport is 5.1 mi away from Baton Rouge.

Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 130 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teshown

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nebriana

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

10/10 Excellent

Nebriana

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

6/10 Okay

TyJia

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jesse

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derri

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jesse

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Slipping??

Have stayed here several times, but things have slipped last two stays. This last stay I had a room that had been smoked in by prior guests. There was a strong cigar/cigarette smell in the room. Hopefully thingss will get back on track.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Esmeralda

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

Not that great

Looked like a drug exchange outside when my family and I walked in. It was weird. Very unprofessional the guy that I first encountered couldn’t help me had to call his mom. Had to wait for her to come check me in. She was nice but it’s weird. I didn’t even feel safe in the room tbh and was scared to leave my car outside.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

roxanna

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was not a great experience. When I checked in late at midnight it reeked of cigarettes in the lobby, the room was very outdated, no air vent in the bathroom, no body wash in the dispenser, towels had hairs on them, bed was lumpy and housekeeping knocks on your door in the morning asking if you need anything. I would not recommend this hotel to a family member or friend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Courtney

This place has bed bugs I’m not up all over
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good for overnight trip

It’s a decent hotel next to the airport. Very convenient, the manager on-site was very understanding, hotel:com doesn’t tell you theirs a deposit at all the locations
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rhonda

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

10/10 Excellent

Teshown

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Should have more proteins options for breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shawna

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matt

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bugs in room stained sheets half the breakfast wasn’t working or not stocked
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marcus

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mikhail

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this was the worst hotel stay we ever had. pictures and positive reviews were much better that our experience. the room was dirty. found trash under the bed. bathroom was super dirty to the point of us refraining taking a shower. floors - seemed like they weren't cleaned in a while. went down for breakfast in the morning, but all that was there was cereal with no milk anywhere, instant oatmeal packages, old bananas and a few apples and that was literally it. Included breakfast was one of the reasons I chose the hotel. It looked more like a dorm than the hotel. there was 4 of us staying in the room and we only had 2 towels in the bathroom. I'd recommend to avoid the place if you care about cleanliness and service. We were literally afraid of touching things (and we are not the people with phobias or anything like that)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arneishia

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Manager was arguing on phone upon my arrival I was exhausted and still made to wait until she finished arguing. I asked about my included free check out and was told it was $40 I showed them my rewards and was still awakened at 7am to discuss then again at 9am only to find it was included. Sheets were dirty hooks were broken to hang things blow dryers were broken tv showed dark blue picture near impossible to watch hands down worst stay I’ve had.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
The front desk staff was extremely friendly but the cleanliness of the room was lackluster at best the floor in the room seem like it had not been mopped in weeks
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

REHAN

Traveled with family
Fridge door broken. Low bathroom towel inventory
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vincent

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is not in good condition. The room I was given was not properly cleaned. I was approached in the parking lot by someone pretending to work there, who asked to use my cell phone. When I went in to advise staff, they were in the midst of a virulent argument with a patron. Mildew and Spiders in the shower (I’d asked for a room with a tub). Outdated, broken furnishings. I checked out after an hour. Sacrificed $79 for this. I’ve learned my lesson about Sonesta properties. I ask that Expedia examine this chain and be more discerning about the hotels you offer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jesse

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

Good Stay

Try to stay here when passing through Baton Rouge. Cl we an, comfortable, good price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amber

Stayed 1 night in May 2025