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Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Florida Mall

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds
Front of property
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Lobby
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Roll-in Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • 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)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Orlando

In shopping district.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Orlando hotel, you'll find Florida Mall and Crayola Experience. Orlando Kart Center and Orlando Regional Medical Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Oak Ridge Gun Range - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Lake Conway - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando South - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Florida Mall - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Crayola Experience - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport

3-star hotel near Florida Mall
Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. 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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport offers 100 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations 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 irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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

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
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • 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
  • 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 available

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 February 10 to February 11:
  • Business center
  • 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10 per night.

Property 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-authorize 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 guestroom 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-authorize 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 each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in March and close in December.
  • Children 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

Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 586 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 586 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 586 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 586 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 586 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Doreen

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
When I got to the hotel, they stated my reservation was cancelled by Travelocity. Travelocity confirms, they did not cancel my reservation. There was a large nascar race about three hours from this hotel and I am guessing the front desk sold it for more money than they would have made from my reservation. The front desk clerk would not meet me in the eye or even talk to me about my canceled reservation. I ended up staying three hours from the airport and paying over a thousand dollars for a one night stay. This was the worst hotel situation I have ever experienced and will never stay at this property or recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

gregory

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

JUAN, Prospect Park

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

jeffery R

To many questions
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jeffery R

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great with the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

VALERIE, ODENTON

There is a specific odor. The building smells old.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stefane

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

LESLIE, BENTON

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check is was an issue. They had trouble finding the reservation. In the room the bathroom ceiling had a constant drip leak. The hallway was noisy in the middle of the night. The staff was friendly and the room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ashanda Lavania

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s was ok we didn’t get housekeeping even though we asked
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquetta D

The young lady who checked me in was very pleasant and offered suggestions for food.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kashif

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and teh room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was as clean as possible but they are old rooms and kind of weird layouts. Overall quiet for being near the lobby. They ran out of towels, the check out was a mess, the day time reception was complaining about prior guests in the lobby during breakfast hours. I'm still waiting on an emailed receipt fo my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The young reception ladies were super nice so this doesn’t include them, BUT we were there for 3 days and it was disgusting. We had roaches in the room and had no fresh towels unless we went downstairs to request them and then the old manager gave us dirty towels with dirt stains. And when we asked why housekeeping hasn’t been to our room, the manager told us they only come every 3 days, and dismissed us. Will never stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Marcella

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was ok, the staff was extremely hard to understand
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great - the room was clean and spacious, the free breakfast had a decent variety and was very clean, and the staff was friendly and helpful. One thing that could be improved is the check in process. It was a bit slow, but the person working the front desk was pleasant. I felt bad that he was handling all the check ins by himself. When we arrived there were already a few guests ahead of us waiting to be checked in, and when it was our turn there was a line practically out the door.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
this hotel was under renovation when we stayed and it was also pet friendly, which is something that we’re not fun of
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I used the washer myself. Was disappointed when there was no machines to dispence laundry soap. Also, paid for 50 min of dryer time only gave me 5 min
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANAE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very pleasant & the room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

William

Disliked: Amenities
Got to the hotel and was told they were overbooked. Offered a telephone number to call
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025