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The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

4.0 star property
Guests find relaxation at the outdoor pool and savor international cuisine at ARA restaurant, all while experiencing the attentive service that earns rave reviews

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The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria is a sophisticated retreat near Rice University. Enjoy international dishes at ARA, relax on the sun-kissed terrace or by the outdoor pool. The hotel offers in-room WiFi, a 24-hour health club, and 24/7 front desk service.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$317
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May

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About this property

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

  • Upscale hotel near Westheimer Road
  • You can look forward to shopping on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, ARA, offers breakfast and lunch. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge), with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a 24-hour health club.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a local area shuttle
    • An electric car charging station, express check-out and coffee/tea in reception
    • A lift, a ballroom and smoke-free property
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
  • Room features
  • All 485 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as desk chairs and air conditioning. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • 46-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and coffee/tea makers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 27.00 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 34.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?

As of 21 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria on 22 May 2026 start from NZ$317, 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 The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria pet-friendly?

Yes, The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 150 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?

Self-parking is available for USD 34.00 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 45.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria located?

Located in The Galleria, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Westheimer Road and The Galleria. Williams Tower and River Oaks District are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1209 out of 1925 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1925 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 180 out of 1925 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 99 out of 1925 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 119 out of 1925 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Saamia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again. Very central, clean & excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Valentyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, good service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Great location, nice and spacious room, good restaurant on-site and clean. They have a shuttle that will take you around the local area (within 3 miles) too, which helped me save some Lyft fare. I would come back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shariece

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room helpful staff. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, excellent food options.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I only ate breakfast one day. The food was delicious and hot from the grill. The menu had excellent choices and the staff was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william

Nice hotel clean rooms and great ambiance
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Coatsworth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, surrounding area not great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean beautiful room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miguel Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. Facility was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff was super nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff extremely helpful. Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the hotel. The bed was so comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Amazing staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Latoya

Clean hotel. Rooms could use some updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. The breakfast buffet was delicious and the staff as well as management were very polite and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and great proximity to the downtown and Galleria area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great with fresh fruit and service was also great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar had great food and drinks
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026