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Sonesta Essential La Porte

2.5 star property

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May

Explore the area

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

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

La Porte

A family-friendly stay in the heart of La Porte awaits you at Sonesta Essential La Porte. You'll be 5.2 km (3.3 mi) from Sylvan Beach Park and 5.3 km (3.3 mi) from Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a business centre. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free RV/bus/truck parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Fairmont Park hotel include Kemah Boardwalk and Space Center Houston.

What's nearby

  • Sylvan Beach Park - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
  • San Jacinto Community College - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Heritage Park - 5 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Kemah Boardwalk - 12 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Walk-On's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential La Porte

Sonesta Essential La Porte offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. Free breakfast is served daily. The family-friendly Sonesta Essential La Porte also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in 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 members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Sonesta Essential La Porte offers 84 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a regional park

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

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 lb 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

Sonesta Essential La Porte 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 La Porte?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential La Porte on 17 May 2026 start from NZ$156, 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 La Porte?

Yep, Sonesta Essential La Porte has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Sonesta Essential La Porte?

The closest beach to Sonesta Essential La Porte is El Jardin Del Mar (9.3 km).

Does Sonesta Essential La Porte have a pool?

Sonesta Essential La Porte has an indoor pool. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Sonesta Essential La Porte family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a free local area shuttle and an indoor pool, it's no surprise that Sonesta Essential La Porte is a hit with families.

Does Sonesta Essential La Porte serve breakfast?

You bet, free continental brekkie is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

No, Sonesta Essential La Porte does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

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

Sonesta Essential La Porte Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 440 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 440 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 440 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 440 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 440 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay, will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

noland

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donnie

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Amenities
TV never worked properly, stations would freeze when watching. Never received the one free drink per day. Room has a funky smell.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ayoob mohamed Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place I highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I loved everything about it except the fact that the AC in the room was giving me issues, I couldn’t set the temperature.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean with a nice room and the place smelt very clean. Friendly staff. Great little breakfast bar. Although i didn’t swim it had a nice indoor pool and gym. The area felt safe and a very quiet atmosphere. All in all it’s a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Haleigh

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

ShaDonna

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Updates needed. Our room smelled of mildew we assume from a flood or the pool. Poor paint job remodel. Our first night the attended didn’t answer the phone. The second attendant for checkout was pleasant and attentive.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean rooms, great customer service great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Think they served the same eggs both mornings i was there. Aqful smell from the Industrial businesses.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Karina

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Muhammad Ali Shahbaz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
No eggs in the breakfast Got a 4am alarm when I didn't request one The girl at reception was constantly on video call at the time of checking in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean rooms. smell clean. Heat worked well on the cool night...none of that bad heater smell you sometimes get. It smelled clean and fresh. Good pricing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast selection. Pleasant staff. Location is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Siddhartha

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026