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Sonesta Essential NW Houston

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#190 of 538 hotels in Houston
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Whether you're visiting Houston for business or for pleasure, discover cozy stays and excellent value at Sonesta Essential NW Houston. Located close to Highway 290, our hotel in Northwest Houston puts you within easy reach of Traders Village, Sam Houston Race Park, and Galleria Shopping District, to name a few. Our property offers a range of modern and convenient amenities designed to make you feel well-cared for. From a free continental breakfast and free parking to our refreshing outdoor pool, Sonesta Essential NW Houston has everything you need for a relaxing and productive stay in Houston. With Sonesta Essential, you’re on your way.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Kids stay free
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Baggage storage
Parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Vending machine
Convenience store
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Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
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2.0 of 5 stars
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English
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Chad J wrote a review Oct 2023
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I have been staying at this hotel every couple of weeks for the past 3 months. It was not the cheapest, but very comfortable for the price. There is an actual breakfast in the morning, and the staff has treated me well and respectful. The rooms are older but still kept in good condition, and clean. In the rooms there are the drawers, a closet, iron and board, microwave, mini fridge, desk with chair, and the other normal room amenities. I would recommend a stay here.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Zachary B wrote a review Apr 2023
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Absolutely beautiful hotel. We stayed at the Mainstay Suite side. We had a beautiful one bedroom suite that felt far too luxurious to be considered a Choice hotel. The room was stunning, huge, and very, very clean. Purvil at the desk was very helpful and informative. This was a wonderful choice and I highly recommend this hotel to anyone who is looking for a great hotel experience at an even better price.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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disTurbed72 wrote a review Sept 2022
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While the hotel may not be in the best area, we never felt unsafe. ONeal, the front desk lead, even questioned a young man walking through to ensure he was a guest at the property. Brooke and ONeal went above and beyond in the customer service department. Breakfast was hot and a great variety of options with a clean and open seating area. They are currently undergoing some needed renovations but workers were also very accommodating and friendly. Church's Chicken and Mambo Seafood right next door. Easily accessible location.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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johnny b wrote a review Apr 2022
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Everything was fine, the room was clean and the staff at the front desk were very helpful and professional. The clerk who did the check-in (Jeral) was outstanding. the hotel is located in a good location and there are many restaurants nearby.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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marcel p wrote a review Jan 2020
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I stayed here in december and let me tell you I did not feel safe at all. All the cars seems to be parked around the main entrance in a non parking zone overnight. This tell you to be away of surroundings. Area is not safe at all, people from nearby gas station just walking around and looking for trouble. I had to park in the back of the building which is fine but there were about 3 cars parked int he canopy which just not safe.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Response from Tina M, Guest Relations Manager at Sonesta Essential NW Houston
Responded 9 Jan 2020
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! I regret to hear that you weren't impressed with the hotel and the surrounding environment. Rest assured that there will be no harm that will come to our guests as we ensure strict security for everyone's safety. Please keep us in mind for your next stay in the area.
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sherivaden wrote a review Jul 2019
Dallas, Texas1 contribution
The front desk ladies were fantastic! The evening check in was late (around 10) and she already had the room receipt printed out stating she was wondering about me arriving! Same lady (I think) did the same thing in February when we stayed for the first time. We stay in Houston 2-3 times a year and this is where we’ll be!!
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Tina M, Guest Relations Manager at Sonesta Essential NW Houston
Responded 25 Jul 2019
Hi sherivaden, Thank you for your sweet and heartwarming review. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and to acknowledge the efforts of our hardworking staff to be as accommodating, helpful and welcoming as possible. We seek to give each guest a very comfortable and accommodating experience and we are thrilled to hear of our success in this ambition. We will share your comments with our staff and we look forward to your next visit to our hotel near the San Diego Convention Center.
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coachliston wrote a review Jul 2019
Haymarket, Virginia633 contributions70 helpful votes
We stayed 2 nights at this Comfort Inn. It was a 15-20 minute drive to Minute Maid Park. There were a lot of restaurants very close the hotel. The breakfast area was small, but adequate. The front desk person (Megan) was very pleasant, and helpful. This hotel was very reasonable priced. I would definitely stay here again!
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Tina M, Guest Relations Manager at Sonesta Essential NW Houston
Responded 15 Jul 2019
Hi coachliston, Thank you for your sweet and heartwarming review. We are happy to hear that you found our location to be so convenient while staying with us near at the restaurants and that you enjoyed our staff hospitality that we strive to show to each guest, during every stay. Thank you for your awesome compliment to our staff and breakfast. Thank you for choosing Comfort Inn Hwy. 290/NW near Naval Base San Diego, we look forward to serving you again.
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Tom H wrote a review Jun 2019
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The breakfast bar and food was efficiently organized and there was a good selection. The staff was friendly and kind. The hotel was kept very clean. We stayed in a double room and this was the only negative of the site. The rooms, in my opinion were extremely small. We could not have fit a roll away in this room had we needed one.
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Date of stay: June 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Tina M, Guest Relations Manager at Sonesta Essential NW Houston
Responded 29 Jun 2019
Hi Tom H, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are glad to learn that you had a comfortable and convenient experience. Thank you for your kind words and compliments to our staff hospitality, breakfast and that we were able to provide a clean and comfortable stay. We seek to give each guest a very pleasant and accommodating experience and we are thrilled to hear of our success in this ambition. We appreciate your feedback to our rooms so we can work to improve upon our guest experience. We hope to serve you again soon here at our hotel near Naval Base San Diego
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Pioneer60615882045 wrote a review Jun 2019
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Our room was very clean! Staff was professional and pleasant! Every day the breakfast was fresh, hot, and a nice variety. During the day there was free fresh fruit infused water with fresh cookies. Any time we had a question or needed anything like towels the staff was on top of it.
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Date of stay: June 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Tina M, Guest Relations Manager at Sonesta Essential NW Houston
Responded 13 Jun 2019
HI Pioneer60615882045, Thank you for sharing your great review and for choosing our hotel near Naval Base San Diego. It means a lot to us that you’ve taken the time to share many positive features of your most recent stay with us. Your five-star review is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your compliments to our staff, breakfast, and high standards of cleanliness and hospitality. We thank you so much for your business and we look forward to your next visit.
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CREED2013 wrote a review May 2019
Nacogdoches, Texas247 contributions120 helpful votes
The rooms are a good size and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The air conditioning unit was a bit noisy, making it hard to sleep. The workout room is a tight fit and could be a little bigger. Breakfast options were good.
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Date of stay: May 2019
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Response from Tina M, Guest Relations Manager at Sonesta Essential NW Houston
Responded 9 May 2019
Dear CREED2013, Thanks for the stay at our hotel here in San Diego, CA and the feedback. Thank you for your compliment to our rooms, breakfast and to our staff. We shall definitely work on your observations regarding our air conditioning and workout room so you can expect a further improved stay next time. We hope you'll visit us again soom.
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PRICE RANGE
£49 - £60 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
comfort inn hwy. 290/nw hotel houston, comfort inn houston, houston comfort inn
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Comfort Inn Hwy 290/NW
LOCATION
United StatesTexasTexas Gulf CoastHouston
NUMBER OF ROOMS
99
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sonesta Essential NW Houston
Which popular attractions are close to Sonesta Essential NW Houston?
Nearby attractions include Ross Dress for Less (0.3 miles), Walmart Supercenter (0.2 miles), and El Corral Cervecero Night Club (0.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Sonesta Essential NW Houston?
Conveniently located restaurants include Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, Pappasito's Cantina, and Ernesto's.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are pets allowed at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Sonesta Essential NW Houston?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens (8.4 miles), Rienzi Mansion (8.6 miles), and Washington Cemetery (9.4 miles).
Is Sonesta Essential NW Houston accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.