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Sonesta Essential La Porte

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and area shuttle service

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Sonesta Essential La Porte, near Sylvan Beach Park, offers travelers a practical base with continental breakfast and in-room WiFi. Relax in the indoor pool or maintain your fitness routine in the gym. Business travelers value the dedicated work center and strategic location.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ￥11,294
￥13,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

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Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

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Air conditioning
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Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding
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Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

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HDTV
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Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Fairmont Park, a neighborhood in La Porte, Sonesta Essential La Porte is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Some of the area's popular attractions include NASA Johnson Space Center and Space Center Houston. Traveling with kids? Make time for Kemah Boardwalk, or check out an event or a game at Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with water skiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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77571, TX, La Porte, 11003 Fairmont Parkway

What's nearby

  • Sylvan Beach Park - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Kemah Boardwalk - 14 min drive - 17.4 km
  • NASA Johnson Space Center - 19 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Space Center Houston - 20 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walk-On's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wing Stop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gyro Guys - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential La Porte

Family-friendly hotel near Sylvan Beach Park
Located close to Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds, Sonesta Essential La Porte provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, express check-out, and smoke-free premises
  • ATM/banking services, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All 84 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 50-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a regional park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

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

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

As of Sep 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential La Porte on Oct 7, 2025 start from ￥11,294, excluding 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 La Porte pet-friendly?

Yes, Sonesta Essential La Porte allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 100 per stay and a fee of USD 50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sonesta Essential La Porte?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sonesta Essential La Porte located?

This family-friendly La Porte hotel is located by the sea, 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Sylvan Beach Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds and Kemah Boardwalk. Space Center Houston is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away.

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Sonesta Essential La Porte Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 285 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a really nice hotel with friendly staff and an excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price, room, and the staff was amazing. Looked really nice inside
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were really comfortable and it was in proximity to a lot of restaurants and things to do. The only thing I will mention is that it has an interesting smell to it but if that doesn’t matter much then I recommend booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we always enjoy our time there visiting family very nice and quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly. Please provide do not disturb tags for the room doors.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the area. It was a very quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice the breakfast could be better but very good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Just stayed one night. I was able to switch bed options upon arrival. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dgenelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay!!!!❤️❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Delores

Liked: Staff & service
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Israa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service.. Clean and organize property.. I will give it 99.9% satisfaction rating 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Very clean and nice service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Other than the hair in the tub, everything was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property!! Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oswaldo

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

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very welcoming , excellent customer service . Our room was clean, the a/c was ice cold and the continental brkfast was perfect for a quick meal .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and super quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place especially for the price point, I was pleased with my stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025