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Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport

3.0 star property

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A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a lamp.
A spacious lobby with a marble wall, a bench, and a door leading to elevators.
Front of property
A vending area with two Coca-Cola refrigerators and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs (surcharge)

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $85
$76 nightly
$85 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20

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.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, lamp, and curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, lamp, and curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, lamp, and curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(58 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a lamp.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory STANDARD

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Orlando

When you stay at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport in Orlando, you'll be in a shopping district, a 4-minute drive from Florida Mall and 9 minutes from Universal Epic Universe. .This hotel is 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Orlando International Premium Outlets and 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from The Orlando Eye.

What's nearby

  • Oak Ridge Gun Range - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Lake Conway - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Florida Mall - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Crayola Experience - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Cypress Grove Park - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles

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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport

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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 100 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a vending machine.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Crib (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
  • 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

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (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 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from March to December
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
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. 557 out of 1152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 1152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 106 out of 1152 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Excellent place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonadiel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was really perfect and we love the breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoy the breakfast and enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Paola

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Breakfast was really good, the ladies working there were very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Included breakfast and was close to Disney!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

DAVID JOSEPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

miriam grace T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, staff were friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Constance

Nice place to stay not far from airport
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, reasonable breakfast and very good rate.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms nice staff. Very close to the airport.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to the airport, clean, nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, nice employees, Waffle House right next door
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the spacious room and amenities. Facilities were nice and clean, well maintained, light continental breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfy beds and decent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

maureen

Really good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Asly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good breakfast 🍳
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , very friendly staff , on-site laundry room was helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, so easy to get to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catalina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was clean and the bed was very very comfortable. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
My go to spot for great sunshine rise view and best Dominican food across the street 😂
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Trumell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only had a one night stay but everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026