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Sonesta Essential NW Houston

Property class: 2.5
Houston hotel in Fairbanks area

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A reception area with a wooden panel wall, a sign reading "SONESTA essential", and two potted plants.
A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a painting on the wall.
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Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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7887 West Tidwell Road, Houston, TX, 77040
  • Place, Region 4 Education Service Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinemark Tinseltown Houston 290
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Daikin Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a desk, a television, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a bed.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a desk, a television, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a bed.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a painting on the wall.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a painting on the wall.

Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a painting on the wall.

Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Houston

Fairbanks stay.A stay at this Fairbanks hotel places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Houston Graduate School of Theology and 9 miles (15 km) of Memorial City Mall. Houston Community College - Energy Corridor is within 9 miles (15 km) and Daikin Park is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Region 4 Education Service Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cinemark Tinseltown Houston 290 - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Memorial City Mall - 13 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Daikin Park - 19 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Reliant Stadium - 23 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Kinder Station - 21 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pappas Bar-B-Q - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Essential NW Houston

Houston hotel in Fairbanks area
Sonesta Essential NW Houston offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 958 square feet (89 square meters) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Sonesta Essential NW Houston. Free self parking is available.

This Houston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 958 sq ft of conference space
  • 89 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1994
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Sonesta Essential NW Houston offers 115 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor 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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless 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

  • 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 10.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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, 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
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, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Children 18 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.

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Hwy. 290/NW
Sonesta Essential NW Houston Hotel
Sonesta Essential NW Houston Houston
Sonesta Essential NW Houston Hotel Houston

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sonesta Essential NW Houston to the airport?

Sonesta Essential NW Houston is 25.1 mi (36-min drive) away from the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?

As of Oct 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential NW Houston on Nov 8, 2026 start from CA $112, 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.

Does Sonesta Essential NW Houston have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sonesta Essential NW Houston.

Does Sonesta Essential NW Houston offer free breakfast?

Sonesta Essential NW Houston offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sonesta Essential NW Houston have a pool?

Sonesta Essential NW Houston features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Sonesta Essential NW Houston have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sonesta Essential NW Houston to downtown Houston?

Sonesta Essential NW Houston is 10.7 mi away from Houston.

Sonesta Essential NW Houston Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 343 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 216 out of 1000 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was great, rooms need an update,, bit overall a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I booked for 4 nights the queen suite w kitchen. Everything was perfect, i enjoyed the comfortable spacious room i ended up staying 3 more nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service
I stood till 11pm waiting for a clean room that i reserved online at 2pm that day. I got to the front desk and had to wait in the lobby for a long time to receive my room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff in the breakfast area...
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Some of the stuff was OK some of it wasn’t. I guess y’all pick and choose who can eat in the rooms cause I had taken my mom some food for breakfast because she’s handicap and the lady told me I couldn’t do that but I seen three other people take food to their rooms and they didn’t tell them anything but otherwise everything was fine
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Nice hotel really clean!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Custom service was excellent, great restaurants in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Room clean hotel is too neighbors was a little bit noisy but it was coo
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great location next to many restaurants and a gas station. Walking in the lobby, very fresh, clean v.s. The room smelled like something has been wet and dried. The cleaning staff was friendly, overall 4/5
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Meh
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its pretty far out from the main town. If you are looking for nice stay in a decent area, this is not the one. We were there for just 2 nights and I thought repeatedly why would I book this again. Bad neighborhood. The only thing is its comparatively cheaper than other hotels. Don't fall for Sonesta name. They refused to give us breakfast the only morning we were in citing power cut issues.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clean room and shops nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Would absolutely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and dry. The staff was helpful & nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location near the freeway. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here, both times have been a good experience, elevator was loud and squeaky the first time but they have fixed it since then. Rooms are clean and comfortable, breakfast was good. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent stay for the price, all good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No phones in the rooms. No microwave in the rooms. No ice machine working in the the whole Hotel. Horrible service. Will never ever book there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen worker was not friendly like she paid for the food. Besides that everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great value

Nice place clean comfortable great value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super staff and easy access from the highway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024