Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Gulfgate Shopping Center

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Lobby
Exterior
Lobby
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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7902 Mosley Rd, Houston, TX, 77061
  • Place, Almeda Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Glenbrook Park Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulfgate Shopping Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (HOU-William P. Hobby)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Houston

At Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport, you'll be 9.4 km (5.8 mi) from Gulfgate Shopping Center and 12.6 km (7.8 mi) from University of Houston. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. 3 meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Southeast Houston hotel include Toyota Center and Daikin Park.

What's nearby

  • Almeda Mall - 3 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Glenbrook Park Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Gulfgate Shopping Center - 5 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Port of Houston - 8 min drive - 12.3 km
  • University of Houston - 10 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Palm Center Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • Houston Station - 20 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waffle House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Arandas Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Gonzalez Meat Market - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cherry Top Bakery y Taqueria - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport

Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Gulfgate Shopping Center
Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre 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 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 centre (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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport offers 134 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 11:30 PM at scheduled times
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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-authorise 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 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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Drury Houston Hobby Airport
Drury Hobby Airport
GreenTree Hotel Houston Hobby
Drury Inn Suites Houston Hobby Airport
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Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport on 16 Jan 2026 start from NZ$135.85, including 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.

Is parking available at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

Yep, Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport has a free self car park.

Does Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport have a pool?

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 6:00 AM - 11:30 PM at scheduled times.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Sonesta Essential Houston Hobby Airport Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 315 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 139 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 235 out of 1002 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Available dining areas and close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

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

4/10 Poor

Victor, kansas city

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Outdated and smelly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There was no water in the building to drink. They had no vending machines to even purchase waters. There was no shuttle from the airport even though it is listed on their site.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

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
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

antonio

Travelled with group
Liked: Room comfort
The carpet flare up my asthma really bad
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean and quiet place to relax with friendly staff and great housekeeping
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

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

2/10 Terrible

Mirla

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very horrible experience, I flew out there for a soccer Tournament and 3 of our cars tires were stolen that’s 16 wheels totaled. They have no cameras
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Telisa

Travelled with family

Had no hot water, but was a good place

The hotel itself was great. The only issue was I had no hot water in my room all 3 days. Biggest problem. Nice area. Amenities were good. Water was bad
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aja

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jocelyn

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

DO NOT STAY HERE. THEIR PICTURES ARE AN ILLUSION

I was expecting so much more from the website, until i got there and was greeted by a rude young lady at the front desk. There is a $100 incidental charged (per room) in case you decide to steal those paper thin curtains. We then proceed to our room and on the way we see holes in the ceiling near the lobby, we see buckets set up to catch water and the place reeked of mold. We get to our rooms and the rooms weren't clean. We found lashes on the side of the nightstand, earrings on the floor, red stains in the carpet, hair on the bathroom floor and again, the room reeked of mold. I went to the front desk to speak with management, but of course she wasn't there. I called guest relations and was told the complaint would be escalated. We had to book a room elsewhere due to me being allergic to mold. So i am now out of almost $1k on hotel charges. And they are refusing to refund my money although i did not stay here at this filthy hotel. This case has been escalated 5 times and still have not been refunded.
Missing tiles in hotel lobby
Mold in room
Red stains on carpet
Lashes on the floor from previous guests
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kylee

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property is a scam the pictures are not at all what it looks like on the inside. We drove for 15hours the day of our trip and just wanted to go to bed instead we were welcomed to the smell of mold and mildew. We got to the first room and there were stains everywhere and cockroaches everywhere. And there was mold and what looked like black mold in the room. We went through 3 different room changes and all of them were the same. When we complained the the staff he didn’t seem phased by the fact the rooms where disgusting. He was as extremely helpful and understanding though we got transferred to a new hotel without having to pay for the price difference. But I do not recommend booking with this hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

MaKayla

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our tub was dirty in our first room. We went to tell the front desk and he moved us to another room where the outlets by the bed did not work in this tub was slightly more clean than the last but still dirty overall. We showered with shoes. There was also scraping above our room at 6 AM to about 8 AM on both nights we stayed. We also noticed dirt buildup by the AC unit and stains on the bed skirts of the beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

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

8/10 Good

Simon

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

monique

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

10/10 Excellent

fadekemi

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
I love the breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Qiana

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had to change rooms 3 times. Wrong room, broken bathroom lights. Roaches in the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Areg

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Destiany

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brian

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

2/10 Terrible

Marisa

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025