Sonesta Essential La Porte
11003 Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, TX, USSee what's available
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About this property
Sonesta Essential La Porte is a 2.5-star hotel located in La Porte, Texas, positioned within a 10-minute drive of the Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds and Sylvan Beach Park. The property places guests near major regional attractions, including Kemah Boardwalk (10.1 miles away) and Space Center Houston (11.8 miles away).
The hotel features 84 guestrooms, including 4 suites, each equipped with a refrigerator and flat-screen television. Rooms include complimentary wired and wireless internet access, cable programming, private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations, desks, microwaves, and phones with free local calls. Complimentary toiletries and hair dryers are provided. Guest comfort ratings for the rooms average 4.5 out of 5.
Sonesta Essential La Porte offers a complimentary continental breakfast served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM. The property includes an indoor pool and fitness center for guest recreation. Additional amenities include a banquet hall, complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, a television in common areas, and a complimentary area shuttle to nearby attractions. The hotel is smoke-free and features a 24-hour front desk, business center, and free self-parking.
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property is pet-friendly and welcomes up to two dogs per room, with a maximum weight of 20 pounds per pet. A pet fee of $50 per pet applies for stays up to seven days, or $100 per pet for longer stays. Service animals are exempt from fees and restrictions. Guests with pets receive complimentary bowls, waterproof mats, and treats at check-in, along with local recommendations for pet-friendly activities in the La Porte and greater Houston area.
Location & nearby attractions
Heritage Park - 5 km / 3.1 mi
Sylvan Beach Park - 5.2 km / 3.3 mi
Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
San Jacinto Community College - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Rodeo Arena - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Campbell Hall - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Tricity Beergarden - 8 km / 4.9 mi
Winters Bar - 8.1 km / 5 mi
IT'Z Family Food & Fun - 9.1 km / 5.7 mi
Armand Bayou Nature Center - 9.3 km / 5.8 mi
Shell Beach - 10.2 km / 6.3 mi
St. Luke's Patients Medical Center - 10.9 km / 6.8 mi
Cinemark Hollywood Pasadena - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi
CHI St. Luke's Health-Patients Medical Center - 11.3 km / 7 mi
Taylor Lake Village Community Park - 12.4 km / 7.7 mi
The nearest airports are:
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 19.2 km / 11.9 mi
Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 26.5 km / 16.5 mi
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 60.9 km / 37.8 mi
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
Houston Hobby Airport 15 miles 25 dollars for Taxi
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Check-in & check-out
- 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)
- 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. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are welcome.
- NO PETS
Fees & policies
- Pet deposit: $100 per stay Pet fee: $50 per pet (varies based on length of stay) Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
- Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
- Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- Contactless check-out is available.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonesta Essential La Porte?
Check-in starts at 3:00 PM - anytime. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Sonesta Essential La Porte located?
Sonesta Essential La Porte is located at 11003 Fairmont Parkway, La Porte, TX, US.
What attractions are near Sonesta Essential La Porte?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Heritage Park - 5 km / 3.1 mi Sylvan Beach Park - 5.2 km / 3.3 mi Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi San Jacinto Community College - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi Rodeo Arena - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi Campbell Hall - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi Tricity Beergarden - 8 km / 4.9 mi Winters Bar - 8.1 km / 5 mi IT'Z Family Food & Fun - 9.1 km / 5.7 mi Armand Bayou Nature Center - 9.3 km / 5.8 mi Shell Beach - 10.2 km / 6.3 mi St. Luke's Patients Medical Center - 10.9 km / 6.8 mi Cinemark Hollywood Pasadena - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi CHI St. Luke's Health-Patients Medical Center - 11.3 km / 7 mi Taylor Lake Village Community Park - 12.4 km / 7.7 mi The nearest airports are: Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 19.2 km / 11.9 mi Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 26.5 km / 16.5 mi George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 60.9 km / 37.8 mi
How do I get to Sonesta Essential La Porte?
Houston Hobby Airport 15 miles 25 dollars for Taxi Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at Sonesta Essential La Porte?
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
What amenities does Sonesta Essential La Porte offer?
Sonesta Essential La Porte features amenities such as Gym, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly, Laundry, Free Parking, Non-Smoking.
What are the rooms like at Sonesta Essential La Porte?
Make yourself at home in one of the 84 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.
Is Sonesta Essential La Porte pet-friendly?
Yes, Sonesta Essential La Porte is pet-friendly. NO PETS.
What fees should I know about at Sonesta Essential La Porte?
Pet deposit: $100 per stay Pet fee: $50 per pet (varies based on length of stay) Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
What should I know before staying at Sonesta Essential La Porte?
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Contactless check-out is available.