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Sonesta Essential Orlando

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel with free breakfast and free airport shuttle
your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
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Lobby
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Suite, 1 King Bed
Suite, 1 King Bed
Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • GymGymGym
  • Free airport shuttleFree airport shuttleFree airport shuttle

Explore the area

Map
8101 Aircenter Ct, Orlando, FL, 32809
  • Popular LocationFlorida Mall4 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversal Orlando Resort11 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversal Studios Florida14 min drive
  • AirportOrlando, FL (SFB-Orlando Sanford Intl.)37 min drive
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Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Orlando

Located in Orlando, Sonesta Essential Orlando is in an area with good airport proximity. Florida Mall and Orlando International Premium Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Universal Orlando Resort and Aquatica. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Kia Center or Tinker Field.

What's nearby

  • Florida Mall - 4 min drive
  • SeaWorld® Orlando - 11 min drive
  • Universal Orlando Resort - 11 min drive
  • Orange County Convention Center - 12 min drive
  • Universal Studios Florida - 14 min drive

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
  • Dunkin' - 3 min drive
  • Wendy's - 7 min walk
  • Taco Bell - 5 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Essential Orlando

Consider a stay at Sonesta Essential Orlando and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Self-parking (surcharge), a lift and a TV in reception
  • ATM/banking services, multilingual staff and a front desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk, a computer station and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak well of the breakfast, helpful staff and proximity to the airport
Room features
All 100 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • LED light bulbs, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

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 transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 4:30 PM to 10:30 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • 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
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with cable channels

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

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; 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
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday:
  • Fitness facility
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include window guards

We should mention

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
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
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

Does Sonesta Essential Orlando have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 11 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Orlando on 29 May 2024 start from NZ$115.49, 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 Sonesta Essential Orlando pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sonesta Essential Orlando?

Self-parking is available for a fee.

Sonesta Essential Orlando Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 377 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 111 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 115 out of 1006 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Ben

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Shuttle late, had to get Uber, almost missed flight, pictures much better than actual lobby and building
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Bed were soft
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Victor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I will say pricing is good with free airport shuttle and free breakfast. But the rooms are not well maintained with one of the rooms have problems with the shower faucet, water kept on dripping. We have reported to the front desk but no response. Shampoo and conditioner is not enough for 4person. We have to ask at the front desk.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tina

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would not recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Parahdyce

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Herick

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable price... Our room was for a king size bed; very spacious. The hotel smells clean at all times. The front desk staff was very nice and serviceable. Will come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lidia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a great last minute option for us when we had the worst travel day imaginable causing us to have to rework our plans on the fly. The pool was clean, the staff was super helpful and I loved that they had an airport shuttle! Our room did have some issues in the bathroom (loose curtain rod didn’t allow the shower curtain to close completely, and the shower drain didn’t drain properly) but overall a very nice, clean place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024