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
Almeda Mall - 3 min drive - 3.3 miles
Gulfgate Shopping Center - 5 min drive - 4.9 miles
Port of Houston - 8 min drive - 7.6 miles
Lone Star Flight Museum - 8 min drive - 8.1 miles
University of Houston - 10 min drive - 9.9 miles
Getting around
Palm Center Transit Center - 9 min drive
Kinder Station - 17 min drive
Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Waffle House - 8 min walk
Cherry Top Bakery y Taqueria - 2 min drive
Pappas Bar-B-Q - 3 min drive
Circle K - 14 min walk
Arandas Bakery - 8 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.
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from February 24 2026 to April 30 2027 (dates subject to change):
One of the swimming pools
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.
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 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 2.2 mi (15-min drive) away from the Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
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. One of the pools will be unavailable from February 24 2026 to April 30 2027 (dates subject to change).
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
6.4
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I don't understand why they would offer a shuttle service at 4:00 AM when it still hadn't arrived by 4:20 AM. I had to call an Uber just to make sure I didn't miss my flight. I even called multiple hotels beforehand to confirm shuttle schedules since my flight was at 5:20 AM.
Carlos
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
2/10 Terrible
Esperanza
Feb 22, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was nasty. Smell of mold. The restroom was even worse. Booked a king bed no rooms were available at check in time so had to get a double. It looks nothing like the pictures. Pool was closed.
Esperanza
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Jorge
Feb 17, 2026
Jorge
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
4/10 Poor
William
Feb 17, 2026
William
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
4/10 Poor
DeShauntra Ann
Feb 16, 2026
DeShauntra Ann
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
4/10 Poor
Matthew
Feb 9, 2026
Matthew
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Mario
Feb 6, 2026
Mario
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
4/10 Poor
CRYSTAL
Feb 2, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room fob wasn't working original room yes new had an upgrade bed size but that's it! No microwave not even in lobby area to use. Not to mention it took almost an hour for the water to run hot in this room! Back elevator sounded like it needed some work made sure I took lobby one.
Best of the best you guys please come visit. Front desk staff amazing wish I had memorized her and his name beautiful young black lady and guy next time in town I’ll be back to say hi you two thanks
Andy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
2/10 Terrible
karlesha
Jan 23, 2026
karlesha
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Sherifat
Business traveler
Jan 18, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good except that there was no fridge and microwave in the room
The room was clean and l love how they set up the toiltries and the toilet tissues was nicely designed prior to me using it. The staff were very courteous. I saw that the place appears more upgraded in comparison to my previous stay. My only desire is for them to have room aroma upgraded. Case in point my clothes had an old scent. When l got my home, l had to wash the clothes that l did not wear because they had an old musty smell. I am now thinking that the people on the plane probaby find my clothes to be smelling musty as well. The price for my stay was vost effective. The elevator and the lobby was clean. It is easy access to uber or lyft and not far from Wal-Mart etc