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Sonesta Essential La Porte

2.5 star property
City-center La Porte hotel with indoor pool

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Reception
Food and drink
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Indoor pool
Exterior
VIP Access

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Indoor pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • Fitness center
  • Business center
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $75
includes taxes & fees
$64 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed

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Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
11003 Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, TX, 77571

What's nearby

  • Sylvan Beach Park - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Kemah Boardwalk - 14 min drive - 16.2 km
  • NASA Johnson Space Center - 17 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Space Center Houston - 21 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 27 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 36 min drive
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 44 min drive
  • Free area shuttle
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪MOD Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gringo's Mexican Kitchen - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential La Porte

Sonesta Essential La Porte puts you within a 15-minute drive of Kemah Boardwalk. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or visit the fitness center for a workout.

Languages

English, French, Hindi, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 84 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Express check-out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

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 21

Children

  • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 20 lbs per pet)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Restrictions apply*
  • Pets must be supervised

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Cruise terminal shuttle*

Offsite

  • Free area shuttle

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free local shuttle

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or spa tub without adult supervision

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

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

Does Sonesta Essential La Porte offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sonesta Essential La Porte 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 La Porte?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sonesta Essential La Porte?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 20 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Sonesta Essential La Porte?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonesta Essential La Porte?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Sonesta Essential La Porte and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and rafting, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and segway rentals. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center.
What's the area around Sonesta Essential La Porte like?
Sonesta Essential La Porte puts you in the heart of La Porte. Popular attractions include NASA Johnson Space Center, which is 17 minutes away by car.

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Isai, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very helpful and friendly
Jery, 21-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Yushema, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cory, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Misti, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My wife was extremely happy with the room. It was beautiful and clean. Thank you
Robert, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jeryl, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here for work, staff I talked to were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was average. Bed was comfortable, room was remodeled, great place to stay. 3rd floor was very quiet
Ray, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable
Jeryl, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay
Above average decore in the middle of an industrial area. Good value. Has a pool lift. I happen to like the bed that was not so ridiculously high.
Geoffrey, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Alberto, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Veronica, 1-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Was a dirty rag and molded cereal in drawer and tv didn’t function correctly
Vincent, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Jamie, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Alejandro, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The people were very friendly and polite. You could tell they are upgrading and improving the property. Little edges here and there in the bathroom but you could tell they are working on it.
Rebecca, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Travelocity guest review

6/10 Good

martina, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jose, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sergio, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Travis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms and friendly staff.
Richard, 4-night business trip
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4/10 Fair

We got a room right by the office and could hear the front desk workers and their child talking right outside our door until 2 am. The breakfast was horrible. Seemed like fake eggs, slices of bread, NO types of meats, cereal.
Amy, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was excellent. Friendly and helpful staff and the hotel was clean and recently refurbished.
Virgilio, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

The property was very clean. Our room was clean, bed comfortable, bathroom clean. The room in general was ok for stop and sleep. The breakfast could have been better and more to choose from. Over all stay,,A..
pamela, 2-night romance trip
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