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Sonesta Essential Orlando

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Reception
Room, 2 Queen Beds

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is €106
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
8101 Aircenter Ct, Orlando, FL, 32809

What's nearby

  • Florida Mall - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Mall at Millenia - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Universal Orlando Resort - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Orange County Convention Center - 12 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Universal Studios Florida - 14 min drive - 14.0 km

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 vending machine, a lift and a computer station
  • A 24-hour front desk, 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and 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 9 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Orlando on 16 Mar 2025 start from €102.48, 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.

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Sonesta Essential Orlando Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 504 out of 1440 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 1440 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 234 out of 1440 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 169 out of 1440 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 205 out of 1440 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn

Great location, exactly what I needed before an early morning flight.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge

for the price of the stay, it's quite convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Not to far from the airport and a nice breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jovito

Comfortable and accessible place to stay with affordable price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Olarinde

Staff are great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

mervin

It is a nice place to stay. The staff was very friendly and full of information.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Clean, updated, safe, polite staff, good value, near the airport
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Nice breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney Perez

I love the prices and I love how center it is for all my destinations.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mevin

It was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuliya

Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Albana

Is quiet and near to the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

People were great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

aimer

Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Friendly front desk, very accommodating, Met our special request - first floor,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed Tabrez

Its a great location! Under construction but still recommended…👍
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

The staff was very polite. Rhe room was comfortable. Clise to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebenezer

Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is under construction.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

tiffany

For an early flight out of Orlando this hotel is less than 10 mins away. The room was nice and clean. The staff were very helpful and super nice. The Taco Bell close to this hotel was by far the best Taco Bell I’ve ever had!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

The room wa clean and Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Clean rooms and comfortable beds. Looks like they are slowly renovating the porperty which is needs. It was suitable for our overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Amber

Nice place for a quick stay. They are currently under renovation until March 2025. The staff was kind and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025