Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Southeast Houston

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Relax in the stylish lobby with a seating area, flat-screen TV, and reception desk.
Relax in the hotel's inviting lobby, featuring a comfortable seating area with plush armchairs and a sofa, a flat-screen TV, and decorative accents.
Relax by the rectangular pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a poolside table.
Relax in a spacious lobby with a mezzanine level, reception desk, and comfortable seating areas.
Welcome to Sonesta Essential, a contemporary hotel with a clean, two-story design featuring a flat roof and symmetrical windows.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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 - 10 min drive - 9.3 miles
  • Toyota Center - 12 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Daikin Park - 12 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • NRG Stadium - 15 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center - 16 min drive - 12.9 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
  • ‪Mambo Seafood - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pappas Bar-B-Q - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬16 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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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GreenTree Hotel Houston Hobby
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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 Jul 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport on Jul 13, 2025 start from $59.5, 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

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 316 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 144 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 231 out of 1002 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Lorin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice, very clean and great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fin*sse

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Julius

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dustin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anisa

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

Never Again

I called ahead and said that our flight was delayed and we would be later than we thought. The person on the phone said you have until 3 am. That was okay. We get to the property, first there is no signage stating the name of the hotel, second while i understand why the doors are locked overnight, when someone comes in to check in, please don't act like we are bothering you. The person at the front desk was very dry, i wouldn't say rude, but he did act like we was bothering him. Instead of him asking me what method of payment i wanted to use, he snaps at me, "your card on file was declined." I stated to him, i dont even know what card you "have on file," but this is the one i want to use. He didnt tell us where the elevators were, didnt mention breakfast, nor check out time. Fine, however, when i asked about breakfast he points to the wall. Fast forward, we are in the beds sleep. I feel something crawling on me. Its a freaking roach. A bit later i wake up, because now i cant sleep, and i look over to my daughter's bed and there is yet another roach crawling up her bed . Ugh Breakfast was a joke, i go down and i know that they use liquid eggs, but there is a way to make them and jot have them look grey. The sausage they nuked them so bad you couldnt eat them. They had a waffle maker and although i sprayed it it waffle stuck so bad to the machine that i couldn't get it out. Asked for assistance and the woman says that its 10:02 and its time for her to close up. So many issues
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

S.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking is convenient. Great restaurant next door that serves wonderful Brunch as well as lunch/dinner. Also a Wffle House and Dennys less than a mile away. Plenty of convenient stores. The hotel is not five star. You get what you pay for. It’s clean enough for me. I didn’t see anything wrong with the cleanliness. Old yes and shabby. The King suite is huge and the room is separated, they need to purchase new TVs but I don’t go to the hotel to watch the Telly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Neither room had working AC
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

John, Briarwood

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great for the price.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

VonTigra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We told them we were checking out early because of the bugs and they refused to refund the 2nd night even though it was before regular check out time! Elevator was broken as was the pool! The pictures are not anything like the actual disrepair of the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Brianna

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

2/10 Terrible

James

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely horrible trash everywhere bugs in property people arguing outside in hallway and in parking every morning around 10am it would be a non stop knocking noise that they could never identify where it was coming from keys keep resetting forcing you to go to front desk 1st floor room by pool smelled like piss worst experience
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stacy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we got there there was no rooms available I already had paid for the rooms and then they was charging my card over and over again. No towels, no hot water, terrible customer service. Please don't stay at this bug down hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jose Suarez

Disliked: Staff & service
the receptionist wasvery rude, he cant find the reservations, and keep telleng me i was wrong, tha ac wasnt working, of course we was move to another room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Khadijah

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

Need better staff

I had a 38 min wait to get checked in. There isn’t a public restroom available in the general area only for staff. I booked a king suite was given a basic handicap room. I complained to the receptionist he didn’t want to change my room. The carpets recked which caused the room to have an odor. Breakfast wasn’t on time and closed early. 1 Elevator didn’t work the other definitely needs maintenance. The second day of my stay my key on longer worked and again the receptionists slow and rude she didn’t want to provide her name. She wasn’t aware of how the booking process worked she was having to call other people to help guide her thru the check in process.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Natalia

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

Eekkkk

Everything is disgustingly dirty. The elevators don’t work. Bed are not great. And the Mexican restaurant next to it had extremely loud music hours past midnight.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrice

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Kenny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Abigail

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mahesh

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice although alot if strict rules, they do not allow pets as stated on Expedia, staff has strict rules to extend or rebook before 11 am or else you wait downstairs to check in again til 3 pm. Nice hot breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025