Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport offers a convenient retreat near the University of Houston. Guests can stay active in the gym, unwind with laundry services, or dive into work at the 24-hour business center. With an indoor and outdoor pool, sun loungers, and luggage storage available.
MD Anderson Cancer Center - 17 min drive - 21.1 km
Getting around
Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 5 min drive
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 13 min drive
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 36 min drive
Houston Station - 20 min drive
Free airport shuttle
Restaurants
Cherry Top Taqueria - 2 min drive
Arandas Bakery - 8 min walk
Waffle House - 7 min walk
Denny's - 5 min walk
Circle K - 13 min walk
About this property
Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport
Located just 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from the airport, Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport offers a free shuttle at scheduled times. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or splash around at the outdoor pool or indoor pool. Also, University of Houston and Toyota Center are within a short drive.
At a glance
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Hotel size
134 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 3 children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers
Free airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 11:30 PM*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
24-hour business center
3 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
An indoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 5.85 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30.00 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 40.00 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
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.
Also known as
Drury Houston Hobby
Drury Inn Houston Hobby
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GreenTree Hotel Houston Hobby
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Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 40.00 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 6:00 AM to 11:30 PM at scheduled times.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 30.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 30.00 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport and nearby?
Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport has an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
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Reviews
Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport Reviews
6.4
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6.6
Cleanliness
6.0
Location
7.0
Staff & service
6.8
Eco-friendliness
6.4
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2025
Nice clean and quiet place to relax with friendly staff and great housekeeping
Kristopher
Kristopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2025
Very Comfortable and $100 Deposit
It was a comfortable place to stay for sure. Just keep in mind there is a $100 deposit that needs to be paid up before you check in. However if you keep the room clean you can get that money back at checkout
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2025
No issues.. Only thing was it was quite a surprise that I had to put a $100 deposit.D*** and that is not listed on the hotels.com.App anywhere
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Buen hotel a precio justo
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
Hotel was nice, very clean and great staff
Carey
Carey, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 6, 2025
The carpet flare up my asthma really bad
antonio
antonio, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 21, 2025
Nasty place to stay
German
German, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 16, 2025
Booked hotel. Went to check in and they said they were booked and transferred to sister hotel
Kayleen
Kayleen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2025
Friendly staff, free parking, breakfast, quiet.
S.
S., 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
5 minutes from Houston, Hobby airport.
Friendly staff. Great breakfast/lounge area.
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 8, 2025
Newly opened, but it met my needs.
DUANE
DUANE, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 18, 2025
Someone got their wheels stolen in front of the hotel.
Sylvester
Sylvester, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 2, 2025
Great for the price.
John
John, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2024
Good place to stay.
Victor
Victor, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 30, 2025
Upon entering the hotel, it smelled dirty. When we entered our room, there was a live roach on our door. The hallway had food crumbs on the carpet for the whole stay (weekend). Light fixture had stuff leaking. Just overall, not a good place.
Marisa
Marisa, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 29, 2025
Horrible service do not recommend this place!! say that they are booked when we had already made a reservation online! very rude and unprofessional
Yachua
Yachua, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 16, 2025
They were stealing stuff from the cars at the parking lot.
Evelyn
Evelyn, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 18, 2025
There are crack heads and prostitution I dont recommend. The pool was not very clean either. Not safe at all. Staff was nice to refund my money and recommended a safer hotel nearby.
Courtney
Courtney, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 30, 2025
Horrible customer service.
Ericciona
Ericciona, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 14, 2025
This was a beautiful place but the hot water didn't get hot or even warm so getting up at 2 am without a shower wasn't ideal.
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 2, 2025
I just wished the breakfast options each morning would have changed up a bit. At least add bacon, REAL orange juice and not Sunny D and freanch toast sticks. But front desk staff was amazing and available when I needed them. Rooms condition was worse than the pictures online and walls were filthy, had to ask to get a table or something clean by the front desk as cleaning staff was just chatting away.
Latisha
Latisha, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
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.
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 3, 2025
Rooms was filthy. Paid for a king suite and I was showed 4 rooms that was absolutely disgusting. Bedroom door broken, stains on couch and chair, blood stains on carpet.
Mekhi
Mekhi, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
May 17, 2025
The sheets, pillows, and carpets were terribly dirty, as was a terrible smell in the elevator.
José
José, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 22, 2025
Great potential! But in reconstructive stages !
Air didn’t work in living room and the carpet is disgustingly dirty sticky and stained !
POOL CLOSED INDOOR AND OUT
Reallly need a DEEP CLEANING