Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Southeast Houston

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Lobby
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Lobby
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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7902 Mosley Rd, Houston, TX, 77061
  • Place, University of Houston
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, NRG Stadium
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, MD Anderson Cancer Center
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (HOU-William P. Hobby)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Houston

Southeast Houston stay.A stay at this Southeast Houston hotel places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Gulfgate Shopping Center and 9 miles (15 km) of University of Houston. Toyota Center and Daikin Park are within 12 miles (20 km).

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
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Denny's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Southeast Houston
Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 3 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free at scheduled times. The business-friendly Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Houston hotel is smoke free.

  • 134 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport offers 134 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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: USD 40.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

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

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.

  • 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)

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, 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
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, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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

Drury Houston Hobby
Drury Inn Houston Hobby
Drury Inn Houston Hobby Airport
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Drury Houston Hobby Airport
Drury Hobby Airport
GreenTree Hotel Houston Hobby
Drury Inn Suites Houston Hobby Airport
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport to the airport?

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport is 2.3 mi (5-min drive) away from the Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Oct 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport on Oct 22, 2025 start from $80.0, 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 Houston Hobby Airport have an airport shuttle?

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport offers a free airport shuttle, available from 6:00 AM to 11:30 PM at scheduled times.

Does Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport offer free breakfast?

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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 costs USD 30.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport have a pool?

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Does Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport to downtown Houston?

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport is 9.8 mi away from Houston.

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 319 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 141 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 233 out of 1007 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Simon

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

monique

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

fadekemi

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
I love the breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Qiana

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had to change rooms 3 times. Wrong room, broken bathroom lights. Roaches in the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Areg

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Destiany

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brian

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

2/10 Terrible

Ericciona

Disliked: Staff & service
Horrible customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gazi

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yachua

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Horrible service do not recommend this place!! say that they are booked when we had already made a reservation online! very rude and unprofessional
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tamika

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jesus

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sylvester

Traveled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Someone got their wheels stolen in front of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Courtney

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are crack heads and prostitution I dont recommend. The pool was not very clean either. Not safe at all. Staff was nice to refund my money and recommended a safer hotel nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kayleen

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked hotel. Went to check in and they said they were booked and transferred to sister hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Evelyn

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were stealing stuff from the cars at the parking lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Llewellyn

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Thom

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel is currently under renovation. A lot of painting and maintenance is being done. In my room the carpet was dirty and stained. The couch was dirty and stained. The bathroom was clean and the bed was comfortable. There were roaches in the dresser cabinet. The breakfast was adequate but not great. Asked to check in 15 minutes early and was told it would be $30 extra.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lorin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

DUANE, Rio Vista

Liked: Cleanliness
Newly opened, but it met my needs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juliet

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport property was one of the worst stays I’ve ever experienced. We booked our stay at the airport on the day of our stay. I’ve stayed at many Sonesta properties in the past so I felt comfortable booking this location. Little did I know what I was stepping into. I called the property approximately 30 times to no avail. It kept sending me to an answering and text service. The text came through 45 mins after the initial call. My mother tried calling as well as airport staff trying to help. I tried TJ arrange for shuttle pickup and that never happened. We had to uber. Upon arrival, the front desk worker appeared lackadaisical as I explained to her that the phone system appears to be down and no one replied to the numerous texts. I called the number in front of her and she looked stunned that the phone wasn’t ringing. We got a room w/a broken shower. I had to go to another room to shower. Maintenance never came to fix our shower. There were multiple pp
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carlton Byrd

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not only was this place in the middle of construction, but you can definitely see why. Old dirty walls, wallpaper, furniture, etc. No amenities really here. Not even coffee/tea for the coffee that’s provided for the room. They only sell chips and water (and that’s if it’s not expired) and they also did not have any tampons/pads to give or sell when asked. They had a pool but it was very murky so I did not use it. The closest place to buy anything like toiletries is three blocks away at a place called “Airport Express.” Breakfast was fine but nothing above average. Day staff was much nicer than night staff but once again customer service was lacking here. Not a sense the workers know what they’re doing. I wanted to checkout early and was told about paying for the day which I was fine with but the lady at the front desk told me there was nothing she could do and that I needed call to check out if I wanted to leave now. I also needed to use the bathroom while I was waiting on my uber to leave and the clerk had to give me my key back just to use the restroom. I called the next day to make sure I checked out and even as I asked the clerk to confirm the price and had a very confusing conversation. Still not sure the price and will have to wait till it comes in.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mekhi

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms was filthy. Paid for a king suite and I was showed 4 rooms that was absolutely disgusting. Bedroom door broken, stains on couch and chair, blood stains on carpet.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025