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Sonesta Essential Orlando

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Florida Mall

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Two single beds with white bedding and a flat-screen TV are featured in this stylish room.
Enjoy a self-service breakfast at this hotel's breakfast bar, featuring a selection of pastries and a variety of food preparation equipment.
Welcome to Sonesta Essential, where guests can check in and access digital services at the reception desk.
Work and unwind in a functional space with a desk, chair, and sofa, surrounded by abstract artwork and a patterned carpet.
Welcome to Sonesta essential, where guests enter through a sleek glass door with a convenient doormat.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
8101 Aircenter Ct, Orlando, FL, 32809
  • Florida Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Universal Orlando Resort
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Universal Studios Florida
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Roll-in Shower

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Orlando

In shopping district.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Orlando hotel, you'll find Florida Mall and Crayola Experience. Orlando Kart Center and Orlando Regional Medical Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Florida Mall - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Orlando International Premium Outlets - 10 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • SeaWorld® Orlando - 10 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Universal Orlando Resort - 11 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Universal Studios Florida - 12 min drive - 10.5 miles

Getting around

  • Brightline Orlando Station - 13 min drive
  • Sand Lake Road Station - 15 min walk
  • Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sharon's Homestyle Cookin' - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential Orlando

3-star hotel near Florida Mall
Sonesta Essential Orlando offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Sonesta Essential Orlando. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Orlando hotel is smoke free.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Sonesta Essential Orlando offers 100 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 55-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Orlando hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs; 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, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 1 per stay)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (USD 15 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 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

  • 55-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

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
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from February 10 to February 11:
  • Business center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking area
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday:
  • Fitness facility
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! 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:

  • Destination fee: USD 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A damage deposit of USD 50.00 will be collected before check-in.

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.

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 1 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Uncovered extended parking fee: USD 15 per day

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.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. 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 carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in March and close in December.
  • 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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Best Western Airport Inn
Best Western Inn Airport
Best Western Airport Inn Orlando
Best Western Airport Orlando
Best Western Airport Inn And Suites
Best Western Airport Hotel Orlando
Sonesta Essential Orlando Hotel
Best Western Airport Inn Suites
Sonesta Essential Orlando Orlando
Sonesta Essential Orlando Hotel Orlando

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sonesta Essential Orlando to the airport?

Sonesta Essential Orlando is 5.2 mi (14-min drive) away from the Orlando Intl. Airport (MCO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential Orlando?

As of Jul 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Orlando on Jul 14, 2025 start from $76.16, 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 Orlando have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sonesta Essential Orlando.

Does Sonesta Essential Orlando offer free breakfast?

Sonesta Essential Orlando offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Sonesta Essential Orlando?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential Orlando?

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

Is there free parking at Sonesta Essential Orlando?

This hotel offers free self parking. Extended parking is available for USD 15 per day.

Does Sonesta Essential Orlando have a pool?

Sonesta Essential Orlando features an outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from February 10 to February 11.

Does Sonesta Essential Orlando have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sonesta Essential Orlando to downtown Orlando?

Sonesta Essential Orlando is 6.4 mi away from Orlando.

Sonesta Essential Orlando Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 639 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 270 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 185 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 231 out of 1700 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rafael, spokane valley

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mohammad

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Not good front desk people not good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sodikjon

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerrod

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Not happy

The place was being renovated and upgrading the property. I asked for a refund of some type because at 6am there was zero hot water . Not lukewarm,not tepid. Ice cold. They were going to compensate us until they saw we were a third party payer.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Perfect for pre or post flight

Great place would definitely stay again for a short trip!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Taehyun

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente servicio. Muy buena atención. Estoy muy satisfecho.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

errol

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Service friendly

It was great i appreciate how "EMIL" took care of my check in and very friendly .... I WILL DEFINITELY RETURN IT WILL BE FIRST CHOICE THANKS EMIL
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Prentiss

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am from Maryland. My wife an I booked the room for the night before a cruise because its close to airport. The First thing as soon as you walk in is the odor of mildew. We landed at 11 pm so.it was very late so couldn't book anywhere else. Went to take shower water never got warm. When letting front desk no he made joke that must be popular time for showers. Extremely disappointing!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thang

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Angelica

Things were broken and dirty. Weird smell
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bed and pillows were comfortable they provided a hot breakfast and the water for the shower was always hot
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soumik

Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in wasn’t as good as the last time we stayed two weeks ago. Gave me a key for the wrong room. Had to go back to the front desk. Got the right key and opened the door and the room had a slightly unpleasant odor. We left the door open for a while and it seemed to get better. I payed a bit more for this room and thought that they might help me with my uber to the airport in the morning, but sadly no, even though I had stayed here for three nights in the last two weeks. On the positive side. The room was newly renovated and was quite large. The pool was awesome, but the best selling point of this hotel is that they have a 24 hour espresso machine that makes any fancy drink that you want. And it’s complimentary. I will stay again. Just too bad that they don’t have an airport shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory, Conquerall Bank

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were friendly & courteous. The woman takong care of the morni g breakfast was top drawer, & the eggs & bacon/sausage were hot & fresh. Good coffee & orange juice as well. The building was formerly a Best Western & under renovation. For the first 3days we had no bathroom fan or door locks between adjoining rooms, but that was rectified on our 4th day.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

vicky, winter park

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed and pillows very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I liked that it was only $50 a night and included hot breakfast. Emile who checked us in was kind and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dinah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were a nice size, it was nice big rooms, the staff is friendly and nice, a Waffle House right next door. Walking distance. Only stay one night, but love they had a Mimi refrigerator and a microwave inside the room. I do recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Key cards for first room didn’t work so we were given a new room. The AC didn’t work well in it and the hot water was limited in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Isaiah

Liked: Cleanliness
For the price paid, this place is a good alternative. The owners need to just pay attention to some areas of the hotel that look rundown or not maintained. It does not have to look luxurious, just well put and presented. The breakfast was pretty good, nice variety.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive staff. Rooms where clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was OK, our non-smoking room was clearly a smoking room at some point. Carpet was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025