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Sonesta Essential Orlando

3.0 star property
Hotel in Orlando with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Lobby
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is S$100
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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About the area

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8101 Aircenter Ct, Orlando, FL, 32809

What's nearby

  • Florida Mall - 4 min drive
  • Mall at Millenia - 11 min drive
  • Universal Orlando Resort - 11 min drive
  • Orlando International Premium Outlets - 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 International Airport (MCO) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sharon's Homestyle Cookin - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential Orlando

Hotel near Florida Mall
Consider a stay at Sonesta Essential Orlando and take advantage of free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym. In addition to a 24-hour business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking, plus extended parking (surcharge)
  • A lift, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 55-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • 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 self parking on site
  • 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

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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from February 14 2025 to February 17 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Breakfast
  • Business centre
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 10 February to 11 February:
  • Business centre
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking area
  • Swimming pool
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
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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 seasonal pool will be open from March to December
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. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from February 10 until February 11. The swimming pool will be unavailable from February 14 2025 until February 17 2025 (dates subject to change).

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

As of 13 Feb,2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Orlando on 23 Feb,2025 start from S$99.58, 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 free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential Orlando?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sonesta Essential Orlando?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sonesta Essential Orlando located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Florida Mall and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Crayola Experience. Orlando Kart Center and Orlando Regional Medical Center are also within 6 miles (10 km). Sand Lake Road Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Sonesta Essential Orlando Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 460 out of 1282 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1282 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 202 out of 1282 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 148 out of 1282 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 180 out of 1282 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

aimer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Heidi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was visually beautiful and looked recently renovated. However, the shower wouldn't stop running and the sink only ran hot water. No cold water for brushing teeth. Bed not very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

HARRY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here 1 night before and one night after our cruise. Our night before the cruise we checked in around 9pm. Got our room key, but when we got to the room someone was already in it. Back down to front desk . They were very apologetic and got us in another .The hotel is under renovations and this room had not been done yet so it was a bit needy, but still ok. On our way home, they of course remembered us and we were able to leave our luggage as we got there before noon . Before 130 they were able to let us check in early. This was a remodeled room and was very nice. The staff was very nice all the way through. There is a breakfast area a small outdoor pool. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Abigal

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel pics on the app are very different from what the hotel actually looks like. It’s dark and under renovations The hotel smells There was a man sleeping in the lobby at 12 am No security guard on duty. The rooms were smelly moldy Had to change rooms upon arrival. We were Catfished!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Daneka

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Shower was dirty. It wasn’t cleaned at all … Hair all over the walls in the shower .. Dried up wash cloths hanging in the shower when we got there .. bug or roach looking bug inside of the microwave.. hall way was smelly . Staff friendly .. room ok overall
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Jamie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It says it’s renovated but it’s lipstick on a pig. The fridge didn’t work, didn’t have hot water the entire stay and there were cockroaches! Would not recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was under development but otherwise it was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Yazmin, chicopee

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel I will rated 2.5. Ause my bed was sinking the hotel do not look like the pictures it look poor
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Britney

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is under construction which is not noted anywhere and the pictures that are used is what the property will look like, not what it looks like now.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

MOHAB

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
None
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overbooked, scarry,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy, Boyle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not to far from the airport and a nice breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney Perez

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the prices and I love how center it is for all my destinations.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Property looks nothing like the photos.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was under construction. Check in was terrible only one person knew what they were doing at the front desk- she was great. There was another gentleman there that had zero clue what was going on and was holding up the check in process. Rooms were ok- nothing great. You get what you pay for I guess. We stayed for only one night our flight came in at 9:30pm and we left early the next morning so it served its purpose but I would not sty again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Minimal
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, updated, safe, polite staff, good value, near the airport
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Karen

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Horrendous check in experience...hotel was overbooked and computer system went down twice. Took 40 minutes to check in. I called to confirm 2 days prior that both book rooms be near each other and on first or second floor. Finally got one room on second floor and other on fifth floor.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yamileth

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
We camen to check in and we had to wait 2 hours there was only one person at the front desk. The system was dowm and there was a line of 15 people waiting. They over booked the rooms. Place was so bad.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shannon

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We did not end up staying at this hotel. We entered our room and there were at least six cockroaches climbing up the wall. We went back to the front desk,and left the hotel. The lady working the front desk was extremely friendly and sympathetic, and refunded our money, but this hotel needs to do a deep deep clean before they should be hosting any guests.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gregory

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was under construction which was not indicated when booking. Picture was definitely not of this hotel. Room smelled was dirty and bed was awful. There was human hair in the sheets. Could not stay in the hotel had to leave.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were comfy. Currently undergoing renovations room was nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicolas

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property and room looked nothing like the images on Expedia.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025