The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

4.0 star property

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A modern hotel with a curved entrance, a prominent logo, and a glass facade.
A multi-level hotel interior with a central spiral staircase, a glass elevator, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel entrance with a modern design, a covered walkway, and a car parked outside.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a modern interior design.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$261
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July

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2222 West Loop South, Houston, TX, 77027
  • Place, Westheimer Road
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Galleria
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, River Oaks District
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Preferred)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Preferred High Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Preferred)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (Preferred)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Preferred)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Preferred - Hearing)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Preferred - Hearing)

  • City view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Tub)

  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Preferred High Floor)

  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Corner (Preferred High Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Corner (Preferred - Hearing)

  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Preferred High Floor)

  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Hearing, Shower)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, SHower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Tub)

  • City view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Suite, City View

  • City view
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, City View

  • City view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Tub)

  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Preferred High Floor)

  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Houston

At The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Westheimer Road and The Galleria. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a 24-hour gym. .The restaurant, ARA, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and lunch. Axis Lounge is the hotel's own lobby lounge, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. 50000 square feet (4645 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also valet parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class The Galleria hotel include MD Anderson Cancer Center and Rice University.

What's nearby

  • Westheimer Road - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Galleria - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • River Oaks District - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Williams Tower - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Wheeler Station - 8 min drive
  • Kinder Station - 10 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Maggiano's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪axis lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Velvet Taco - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Moxies - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 50000 square feet (4645 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria. An area shuttle within 3 miles is available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Houston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 485 guestrooms or units
  • 23 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 50000 sq ft of conference space
  • 4645 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1985
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria offers 485 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 46-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Houston hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 3 miles
  • Covered parking on site (USD 34 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 27 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • ARA
  • Axis Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre (50,000 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 23 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1985
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 27.00 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 34.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 150 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Houston Royal Sonesta Hotel
Houston Sonesta Hotel
Royal Houston
Royal Sonesta
Royal Sonesta Hotel
Royal Sonesta Hotel Houston
Royal Sonesta Houston
Sonesta Hotel Houston
Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Hotel
Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?

As of 25 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria on 10 July 2026 start from AU$261, 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 parking available at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?

Yep, The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 34.00 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Does The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria have a pool?

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What makes The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria.

Does The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is offered daily between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?

No, The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1318 out of 2056 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 2056 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 187 out of 2056 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 2056 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 121 out of 2056 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Qushaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Muah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love staying here, the staff was very welcoming
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shariece

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room helpful staff. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Sonia

Disliked: Amenities
Good thing about the hotel is the shuttle service to nearby places.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashok Medhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seems like a pular place for business stays.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Astrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff was Outstanding from the reservation desk check in to the service at the bar, valet and house keeping!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, price is more because of the area I believe instead of what the hotel has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, excellent food options.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel right in the Galleria area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nadeem

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

william

Nice hotel clean rooms and great ambiance
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yekeen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miguel Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and the staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
It is a well renewed property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

NICOLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente todo.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for a night after Houston Rodeo. We’ve learned it is worth a few more bucks for a refined stay and Royal Sonnesta delivered
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Hotel, great stuff, very helpful. Nice location!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026