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Sonesta Essential La Porte

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near Sylvan Beach Park

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Reception
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Lobby
Indoor pool
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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11003 Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, TX, 77571
  • Place, Sylvan Beach Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, San Jacinto Community College
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

La Porte

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Fairmont Park hotel places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Sylvan Beach Park and Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds. Kemah Boardwalk and Space Center Houston are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Sylvan Beach Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • San Jacinto Community College - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Heritage Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Kemah Boardwalk - 12 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walk-On's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wing Stop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential La Porte

Family-friendly stay near Sylvan Beach Park
Sonesta Essential La Porte offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is served daily. The family-friendly Sonesta Essential La Porte also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This La Porte hotel is smoke free.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Sonesta Essential La Porte offers 84 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (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

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor 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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 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

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 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Porte
Quality Porte
Quality Inn Suites La Porte
Quality Inn Suites La Porte
Sonesta Essential Porte Porte
Sonesta Essential La Porte Hotel
Sonesta Essential La Porte La Porte
Sonesta Essential La Porte Hotel La Porte

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sonesta Essential La Porte to the airport?

Sonesta Essential La Porte is 11.9 mi (33-min drive) away from the Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

As of Jan 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential La Porte on Jan 18, 2026 start from $67.5, 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 La Porte have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sonesta Essential La Porte.

How close is Sonesta Essential La Porte to the beach?

This hotel is 6.3 mi (16-min drive) from Shell Beach and 8.4 mi (19-min drive) from El Jardin Del Mar. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sonesta Essential La Porte offer free breakfast?

Sonesta Essential La Porte offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sonesta Essential La Porte have a pool?

Sonesta Essential La Porte features an indoor pool.

Does Sonesta Essential La Porte have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sonesta Essential La Porte to downtown La Porte?

Sonesta Essential La Porte is 2.5 mi away from La Porte.

Sonesta Essential La Porte Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 347 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 347 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 347 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 347 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 347 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was lite but filling good varieties Staff was very welcoming
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean. Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

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

8/10 Good

Adrian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will start by saying we absolutely love this hotel, and we stay here any time we come down from DFW. The prices are always very reasonable and the staff is very accommodating and friendly. I’d rate this a perfect 5-star, but a couple things I’d say could use some attention; first, I had already purchased my stay through Expedia and when I showed up to check-in, the gentleman at the front desk tried to run my card again. I was sent a notification by my bank about the transaction, so it didn’t go through. It was not done on purpose, but I’ve had this happen at another hotel and I end up having to wait a week or so to get a refund, and that’s just a big inconvenience, especially when on vacation. Secondly, as I mentioned they are very accommodating, however, they don’t offer a free late check-out. I’ve never been charged for a late check-out at any other hotel. if anything, they sometimes say that the room is needed for other guests and isn’t available for a late check-out. $20 for a single additional hour seems a bit excessive. I will still continue to stay at this hotel, the area is calm and the place is friendly and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chad

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No sofa or table in the room just a chair in the corner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Percy, Lancaster

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Percy, Lancaster

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in , Housekeeping staff as a whole was very helpful and kind , they made me feel very comfortable when I stayed here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martina

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

8/10 Good

Shannon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very inexpensive & totally renovated

Sam, who checked us in was warm, friendly, and very accommodating. There was something wrong with our first room, and he moved us immediately. You can tell everything is brand new in the rooms, like they totally renovated the hotel. A couple of things that weren't great - the girl that worked a couple of the mornings was not in a rush to get more coffee when I told her they were out. She took an hour to refill the coffee carafes (that's an important beverage in the morning to most of us!). The other was that the bed was definitely old and very uncomfortable. Lastly, the cable TV was really wonky & the channels would just go out in the middle of watching a show. However, given the incredible price and safety of the location, I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Atef

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Cherish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly. Please provide do not disturb tags for the room doors.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald

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

Roach Haven

"Roach Haven" - Scheduled for 3 nights at Woodspring-Denton.  Saw a roach day one & reported it to front desk (clerk said she'd tell the manager).  I asked if they had any spray and was told no.  This didn't seem logical to me if you know, you have roaches.  A few more roaches began to show themselves.  Day two, spoke to the mgr that morning to confirm the incident at which time he logged it in a book and indicated pest control would be out that day.  I asked a different clerk for some insect spray ... she gave me a can of spray (hmmm ... very odd since I was told they didn't have any the day before). I sprayed the room.  Pest control didn't make it out until the next morning at 8:20.  They sprayed and the roach fest(ival) was on ... as the insecticide drove more of them out of hiding.  This made for an edgy time ... the pinnacle of which was when a roach crawled on one of us that night as we were sleeping.  Shaking my head. Throwing up my hands.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

April

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were really comfortable and it was in proximity to a lot of restaurants and things to do. The only thing I will mention is that it has an interesting smell to it but if that doesn’t matter much then I recommend booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Just stayed one night. I was able to switch bed options upon arrival. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025