North Dakota State Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
Getting around
Minot, ND (MOT-Minot Intl.) - 11 min drive
Minot Station - 8 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min walk
Buffalo Wild Wings - 10 min walk
Culver's - 7 min walk
Taco Bell - 2 min drive
About this property
Sonesta Essential Minot
When visiting Minot, Sonesta Essential Minot is a great choice to consider. You can get a morning swim in at the indoor pool, and the spa tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
102 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25.00
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
Policies
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.
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sonesta Essential Minot offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sonesta Essential Minot 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 Minot?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Sonesta Essential Minot?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Sonesta Essential Minot?
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 Minot?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25.00. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Sonesta Essential Minot and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Sonesta Essential Minot also has a fitness center.
What's the area around Sonesta Essential Minot like?
Sonesta Essential Minot is located a short 18-minute walk from Dakota Square Mall.
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Fair
Dec 20, 2024
Microwave needed to be replaced as it kept dying. Front desk attendant needed to remove the sink drain stopper since it was stuck and stayed like that for the stay. I contacted twice to ask if the pool and hot tub were working. Never received a message back. Arrived and hot tub jets not working. Got home and my credit card was charged for the stay I already paid for. Contacted the property to inquire and there was no answer .
Verified traveler
2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 20, 2024
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
Great place to stay
Staff was very friendly and helpful
Annette
Annette, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair
Dec 7, 2024
Better options
The only good thing about this hotel is the staff. All very friendly. This was a second stay, and it’s gone way downhill. Hot tub is full of sediment, actually feels like a foot of gravel on the bottom and seats. Door to room didn’t close latch unless husband used major force and then it was ridiculous to try to open. There is maybe 7 channels on the tv, and it volume doesn’t turn down. It’s surface clean. Really no eagerness to fix anything in this place. Will book elsewhere next time.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 2-night family trip
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2/10 Poor
Dec 5, 2024
Clarissa
Clarissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
Shayne
Shayne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 30, 2024
Rooms are good, but a bit dated, very comfortable and roomy
William
William, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 24, 2024
Shelley
Shelley, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair
Nov 22, 2024
Probably not again!
The room we were given had already been used so we were directed to another. The temperature was hard to control all night so we didn’t get very much sleep. Also the bathroom fan was so loud that it gave you a headache, it was the same switch as the light so we tried not to use the light either.
Dawn M
Dawn M, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 20, 2024
Are staying was very comfortable our first room the fan on the air was very loud but they moved us to another room with no problem but yes I would stay there again
Jerry
Jerry, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
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2-night business trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 18, 2024
Not as booked
This is the second time I am booked this type of room, a king with an accessible shower meaning you can walk right in. Both times we got to the hotel and were told that there was no room like that available. Housekeeping was not great. As well, one of the lamp bulbs in our room was burnt out, upon further inspection there was broken glass behind the nightstand. As well as a very thick coating of dust on the headboard. Toilet Appeared to have been used when we got to the room And was not clean on the seat. Will not be rebooking here.
Angela
Angela, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
Devin
Devin, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 4, 2024
Be prepared for an exorbitant pet fee of $75. It was more money than the room.1st room door would not open, had to redo things and get a different room. Rooms are nice but some of the common areas are getting a little tired.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 3, 2024
Bad start, good finish
Our initial room had not been cleaned, and replacement room has a spotlight shining in. I guess I like my room dark, and the light came right in. Will not stop me from staying here, just to bring to someone's attention.
Michael
Michael, 1-night business trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 29, 2024
Not as sparkling as I would like.
This is the second time I have stayed at this Sonesta in 3 months. I was disappointed that the water fountains have not been fixed since August, the dining room still needs a deep cleaning (the upholstery on the chairs is very dirty) and the hallway carpets still have not been shampooed. My door did not shut without slamming it.
The cleaning maintenance does not seem to be occurring regularly.
The staff in August was very helpful - and it appears there have been some new capable staff hired since August. I hope the next few hires are backed with money for some of the regular maintenance that needs tended to.
Having said all of that The room was very comfortable and as long as no one wants to visit me in my room - I would probably stay here again.
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3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
Samantha
Samantha, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 23, 2024
We stayed for two nights. Hotel was very quiet. The room was clean , beds comfortable. Check-in and out was quick and front staff very helpful, would stay here again
Diane
Diane, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
Yvonne
Yvonne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 20, 2024
Jake
Jake, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
Awesome
Raymond
Raymond, 2-night family trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 13, 2024
Ramone
Ramone, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2024
Joan
Joan, 1-night business trip
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2/10 Poor
Sep 29, 2024
The spot light outside my window lit up my entire room. When I asked if it could be turned off I was told to use the curtains. Yes I was using the curtains, the same ones that don’t completely close because they don’t overlap and still leave approx an inch gap. The bathroom light was burnt out, and candy wrappers were left on the ground next to the bed. I then found they took a $400 hold on my card for “when the room gets trashed” the front desk agent told me they take $150 when I asked why my room was authorized $400 she told me she didn’t know and couldn’t tell me.