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Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport

3.0 star property
Hotel in Orlando with outdoor pool and free breakfast

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Property amenity
Lobby

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan

Explore the area

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8101 Aircenter Ct, Orlando, FL, 32809
  • Place, Oak Ridge Gun Range
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Conway
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Florida Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)

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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Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Roll-in Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)

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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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

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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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Orlando

At Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport you'll be 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Florida Mall and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Crayola Experience. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Orlando hotel, attractions include The Orlando Eye and Universal Orlando Resort.

What's nearby

  • Oak Ridge Gun Range - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Lake Conway - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando South - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Florida Mall - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Crayola Experience - 4 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Brightline Orlando Station - 13 min drive
  • Sand Lake Road Station - 15 min walk
  • Orlando International Airport (MCO) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport

Hotel in Orlando with outdoor pool and free breakfast
Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities are also featured at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Orlando hotel is smoke free.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport offers 100 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). 55-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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

  • 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.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Lift (122 centimetre wide door)
  • 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

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A damage deposit of USD 50.00 will be collected before check-in.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in March and close in December.
  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Is parking available at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

Yep, Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport has a free self car park.

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

As of 26 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport on 28 Jan 2026 start from AU$137.31, 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.

Does Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport have a pool?

Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from March to December.

Is Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport is a hit with families.

Does Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is offered daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

No, Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 434 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 434 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 434 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 434 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 434 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Carmen

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Estuve 3 noches y en ningún momento hicieron limpieza en la habitación. El baño se inundaba, las tarjetas no abrían la puerta de la habitación
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful. Super clean and comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Johnny Jesus Sikaffy

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel overall was good. Conviniently located near every where in Orlando. Staff great with the attentions. Room was recently painted and there was a paint smell in it. Other than that was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room comfortable friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Segbert, Jamaica

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

mattheau jon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
no table or chairs in the room no longer offering shuttle services
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Helena

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

april

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

claudia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Hotel was ok, but honestly for a Sonesta , is a little below from what I was expecting. International Drive Sonesta was much better !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anaid

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorvensky

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

8/10 Good

Dchelsea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The tub wouldn't drain while you took a shower.. We reserved for 2 guests, but had a worm or centipede crawling guest join us when we woke up.. room 105.. aside from that, loved the hotel..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Alina

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Keva

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The room however seemed a bit outdated, the tub had stains in it form wear and tear. The walls are very hallow. I could have easily heard the folks next door. Overall it’s a convenient place to stay and the beds are comfortable enough to get a good night rest. I will say the room was clean which was good and the AC was nice and cold.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Adriana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The front desk was super helpful and nice but unfortunately our room toilet wouldn’t flush properly it would keep being backed up. There was a swarm of ants on the 4th floor we was on. I also mentioned to the front desk when we arrived to our room there was no body wash it was completely empty in the shower. They responded we don’t have any. How it that even possible so I’m supposed to bring my own when the hotels always have lotion body wash shampoo, and conditioner. Other than those complaints it was fine and next to Waffle House :)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarshe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Had a great time and very good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shakima

Travelled with partner
It wasn't listed on the site that this hotel was under renovation. There were smashed roaches on the way. Always live roaches in the restroom. Black mold was inside of the ice machine. The mold was on the ice once it was dispense.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and the room was very spacious and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Staff & service
The room and bathroom were clean. Very sparsVery sparse in the bathroom (no towel racks or paper towels).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashara

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025