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Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport

3.5 star property
3.5-star Art Deco hotel with free breakfast

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Welcome to our modern reception area, featuring a sleek reception desk and unique pendant lights.
Two large beds with white linens and dark brown headboards, a desk with a lamp and chair, and a window with curtains.
Relax by the pool surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs and tables.
Enjoy a drink at the bar with ample seating and a wide selection of spirits.
Welcome to Sonesta Essential, featuring a striking entrance with a curved metal roof and stone pillars, surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens.

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry

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6109 Cambridge Way, Plainfield, IN, 46168
  • Capitol Sports Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • The Shops at Perry Crossing
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Splash Island
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Indianapolis, IN (IND-Indianapolis Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Suite, Multiple Beds (2 Kings) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Suite, Multiple Beds (2 Kings)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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About the neighborhood

Plainfield

Near the airport.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Chateau Thomas Winery and 2 miles (3 km) of Hummel Park with a stay here. Sodalis Nature Park and Capitol Sports Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Capitol Sports Center - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • The Shops at Perry Crossing - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Splash Island - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Indianapolis Motor Speedway - 19 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park - 21 min drive - 13.4 miles

Getting around

  • Indianapolis Station - 18 min drive
  • Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BRU Burger Bar Plainfield - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport

3.5-star Art Deco hotel with free breakfast
Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Plainfield hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2009
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport offers 67 accommodations with iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). 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 on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (USD 25 per week)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

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
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching 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 12 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.

  • Uncovered extended parking fee: USD 25 per week
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 12 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.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Atrea
Best Western Atrea
Best Western Plus Atrea
Best Western Plus Atrea Airport
Best Western Plus Atrea Airport Inn
Best Western Plus Atrea Inn
Best Western Atrea Airport Hotel Plainfield
Best Western Atrea Airport Inn And Suites
Best Western Plus Atrea Airport Inn Plainfield
Best Western Plus Atrea Airport Plainfield
Best Western Plus Atrea Airport Inn Suites
Sonesta Essential Indianapolis
Best Western Plus Atrea Airport Inn Suites
Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport Hotel
Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport Plainfield
Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport Hotel Plainfield

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport to the airport?

Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport is 6.2 mi (8-min drive) away from the Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport on Jul 27, 2025 start from $92.65, 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 Indianapolis Airport have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport.

Does Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport offer free breakfast?

Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport?

This hotel offers free self parking. Extended parking is available for USD 25 per week.

Does Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport have a pool?

Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10 PM.

Does Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport to downtown Plainfield?

Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport is 2.5 mi away from Plainfield.

Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 545 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1016 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason, Newark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manda

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Very clean! Pool was nice with a little water fall. Elevator is a little sketchy but worked fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert, Shakopee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is 20 minutes from downtown Indy and for the price, you cannot beat it! It’s worth the drive or $20 Uber to stay in Plainfield instead of downtown. Clean hotel with limited amenities, as we expected. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donte

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie Dierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Shaleel

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

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Elgin

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

8/10 Good

Lisa

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

Great value.

Comfortable. Above average breakfast. Nice work out room and pool. Carpets in common area showing some wear.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tenesha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a good experience with the Sonesta Essential. It is a small hotel but the hotel was very clean and modern. You can tell that the staff put in a lot of effort and care maintaining the hotel. The staff were friendly, attentive and very responsive. They made us feel confortable. The check-in and check-out was seamless. The pool and sauna was very nice. Allana (sorry she told me the correct spelling but I forgot) but she went out of her way to assist us and she stayed on top of things. The breakfast was good too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marquis

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

William

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

william

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sucks

Absolutely terrible. Paid for 2 nights but after the first night front desk called the room and told wife she was late checking out. Wife siad we paid for 2 nights desk said we didnt. But my bank account says we did. They made her check out and refuse to refund 2nd night. Also had to take cold showers bscause no hot wa
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ebony

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and not far from amenities, but no usb charging ports anywhere so you have to bring your phone charger.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alanna

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

4/10 Poor

Roshaunda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I booked my stay through Expedia and used the Afterpay option to pay for it. My card was charged by the hotel for the stay on top of my agreement with Afterpay. I called the hotel and was given an email address of a Brittany Schwitzke to resolve the issue and have the charge refunded. I emailed her daily for three days, and as of today I haven’t even received a “I am looking into this” email. So basically I am expected to pay $90 to Afterpay and an additional $76 to the hotel for a stay I believed would cost under $100. I was trying to avoid disputing this charge with my bank, but due to zero response or accountability from this hotel, I’m left with no other choice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price for a nice room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantilly

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guenet

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

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would never book this hotel agin. The WiFi is so bad, you can’t stream your tv shows. Definitely can’t video chat on your laptop. There is no hot water ever for showers. It’s always two minute long cold showers. I stayed 3 nights and they couldn’t figure out how to make my key card work for more than one day. I had to go back to the desk everyday so they could reprogram my key card. On my last night at 3am I could hear a drunk guy being loud in the hallway. I could hear him trying to tap his key card on my door, after several tries he opened my door. My deadbolt was latched but he was banging through the door with his shoulder and was able to open my door. I was pretty scared. I jumped out of bed and stood in front of him and he said to me,”How did my card open your door.” He realized he was in the wrong room so he walked away. That should not have happened. You shouldn’t be able to open someone else’s door.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite

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

8/10 Good

Tonia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, nice area, just Southwest of the airport. Plenty of restaurants in the area. The only problem was no hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025