Sonesta Essential NW Houston

2.5 star property
Houston hotel in Fairbanks area

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Lobby
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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7887 West Tidwell Road, Houston, TX, 77040
  • Memorial City Mall
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • CityCentre
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Daikin Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Houston

Fairbanks stay.A stay at this Fairbanks hotel places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Houston Graduate School of Theology and 9 miles (15 km) of Memorial City Mall. Houston Community College - Energy Corridor is within 9 miles (15 km) and Daikin Park is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Baseball USA The Yard - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Memorial City Mall - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • CityCentre - 12 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Daikin Park - 18 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center - 21 min drive - 15.9 miles

Getting around

  • Houston Station - 29 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Logan's Roadhouse - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Essential NW Houston

Houston hotel in Fairbanks area
Sonesta Essential NW Houston offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 958 square feet (89 square meters) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Sonesta Essential NW Houston. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Sonesta Essential NW Houston was completed in November 2019.

This Houston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 958 sq ft of conference space
  • 89 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1994
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Sonesta Essential NW Houston offers 115 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Hwy. 290/NW
Sonesta Essential NW Houston Hotel
Sonesta Essential NW Houston Houston
Sonesta Essential NW Houston Hotel Houston

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sonesta Essential NW Houston to the airport?

Sonesta Essential NW Houston is 25.1 mi (37-min drive) away from the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?

As of Aug 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential NW Houston on Sep 21, 2025 start from $57.8, 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 NW Houston have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sonesta Essential NW Houston.

Does Sonesta Essential NW Houston offer free breakfast?

Sonesta Essential NW Houston offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sonesta Essential NW Houston have a pool?

Sonesta Essential NW Houston features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Sonesta Essential NW Houston have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sonesta Essential NW Houston to downtown Houston?

Sonesta Essential NW Houston is 10.7 mi away from Houston.

Sonesta Essential NW Houston Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 328 out of 947 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 947 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 947 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 76 out of 947 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 192 out of 947 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mitzi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk workers were all very friendly. The housekeeping were wonderful at keeping the room stocked. The kitchen was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamirie

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

2/10 Terrible

Tomekia

Dirty
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Rahjze

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I initially had AC was out and when confronted front desk I was assigned another room with AC but a smaller bed which was inconvenient
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

*rvin

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room Ac was not working at all the room was already hot because it’s about 98 degrees outside in Houston Texas the room looked nothing like the photos online had to pay a 100$ deposit fee upon upon checking in I was told i will get it back . Left and I had a feeling to check my bank account just to see I had been charged 3 times so 300$ total the clerk wasn’t the issue he tried to help the property itself and the customer service is horrible do not spend your money here you’re better off sleeping in your hot car
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very attentive
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

jaylin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valencia

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrea

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

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Waited around 15 minutes no one came out to get us taken care of had to call multiple times to get someone to check us in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Albert

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When we got to the property and checked in. Our room was muggy and humid like the window was cracked open. In addition, the bathroom was not clean and the sheets were dirty. We checked out immediately
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Si pueden ni se les ocurra visitar lleno de hongos y bacterias
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Felicia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There were people walking through the hole in the gate , rude house keepers racist.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

William

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

Nice place

Nice place - room was awesome - great service - no issues. Would go back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Katina

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Nothing spectacular, average room with a bed, did not see any roaches. Stayed in room and left. AC and TV worked. No problem at 4pm check in. Lobby was kinda warm and dated. $60 deposit which was refunded back on credit card in a couple days.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

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

2/10 Terrible

David, Richardson

Disliked: Amenities
Poor service. No one frequently at front desk and phone not answered promptly. Free breakfast is a joke The only hot food is the waffle you make yourself. The hotel needs serious renovation. Major potholes in parking lot. Positive many restaurants within 5 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Odai

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception was away when we arrived and waited to be checked in Room is not clean and almost everything needs maintenance Breakfast was terrible
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025