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Sonesta Essential La Porte

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near Sylvan Beach Park

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Reception
Indoor pool
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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11003 Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, TX, 77571
  • Sylvan Beach Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Kemah Boardwalk
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Space Center Houston
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

La Porte

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Fairmont Park hotel places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Sylvan Beach Park and Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds. Kemah Boardwalk and Space Center Houston are within 12 miles (20 km).

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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gringo's Mexican Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential La Porte

Family-friendly stay near Sylvan Beach Park
Sonesta Essential La Porte offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is served daily. The family-friendly Sonesta Essential La Porte also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This La Porte hotel is smoke free.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Sonesta Essential La Porte offers 84 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, Hindi, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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: USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach 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! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet (varies based on length of 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; 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)
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, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

Sonesta Essential La Porte Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 208 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close the Galveston for Cruise and great price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the convenience of the location in relation to the location I visited. The staff was not very talkative but friendly upon check-in. I liked the coffee at the lobby available 24 hours as well as the 24 hour fitness room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent and the bed exceeded my comfort expectations. The bathroom was very modern and clean. The breakfast and WiFi were excellent. Thank you and can’t wait to stay at your property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jossel

Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Arthur

No
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany, Staten Island

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt safe, the complimentary breakfast was great. Staff was nice. The snacks available for purchase weren’t vast and were expensive, but overall I would certainly come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tocquankerrious

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean the staff was very professional I will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay before cruise

Friendly clerk at check in. Place was clean. Bed was comfy. Pool was a little crowded so decided not to join. Bed and pillows were comfy. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jesus

Travelled with family
Limited breakfast and it looked like they didn't change the bed cover and sheets !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lissette

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all friendly and the hotel was comfortable except for the bugs. Immediately killed one roach on arrival and a second one within the first hour. Saw a few more before we checked out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jon

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Property felt cheap and not well done.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is very clean. Customer services very accommodating and willing. Only odd thing is front desk being on the phone for personal calls. You can hear it upstairs because of the open lobby however, I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gorgeous place, sadly pool too cold but it’s okay i loved the place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia, Rockland

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Trey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel was clean but had no character. The decor was simple. The breakfast wasn’t good. The eggs were preheated in the microwave in front of the guests
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, great breakfast, staff is always friendly and helpful. Rooms are nice and have always been quite during my stays.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025