Located near Sylvan Beach Park, Sonesta Essential La Porte offers a welcoming retreat with continental breakfast and in-room WiFi. Dive into the indoor pool, get moving at the gym or tackle work tasks at the business center - previous guests have praised this hotel's convenient location.
Pasadena Convention Center & Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
Kemah Boardwalk - 14 min drive - 17.4 km
NASA Johnson Space Center - 19 min drive - 21.4 km
Space Center Houston - 20 min drive - 22.1 km
Getting around
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 27 min drive
Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 36 min drive
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 44 min drive
Free area shuttle
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Walk-On's - 4 min drive
Wing Stop - 3 min drive
Gyro Guys - 4 min drive
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 3 min drive
Jack in the Box - 4 min drive
About this property
Sonesta Essential La Porte
Sonesta Essential La Porte puts you within a 15-minute drive of Kemah Boardwalk. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or visit the fitness center for a workout.
At a glance
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Hotel size
84 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 20 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers
Cruise terminal shuttle*
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Offsite
Free area shuttle
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Free local shuttle
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Rafting nearby
Water skiing nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Skydiving nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Also known as
Quality Inn Porte
Quality Porte
Quality Inn Suites La Porte
Quality Inn Suites La Porte
Sonesta Essential Porte Porte
Sonesta Essential La Porte Hotel
Sonesta Essential La Porte La Porte
Sonesta Essential La Porte Hotel La Porte
Frequently asked questions
Does Sonesta Essential La Porte offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sonesta Essential La Porte does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sonesta Essential La Porte?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sonesta Essential La Porte?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 20 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 100 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Sonesta Essential La Porte?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonesta Essential La Porte?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Sonesta Essential La Porte and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and rafting, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and segway rentals. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center.
What's the area around Sonesta Essential La Porte like?
Sonesta Essential La Porte puts you in Fairmont Park, in the heart of La Porte. Popular attractions include NASA Johnson Space Center, which is 17 minutes away by car.
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Sonesta Essential La Porte Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good, decent, or excellent with a variety of options. (13 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Great place to stay.
Mudit
Mudit, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 19, 2025
We enjoyed our stay
Delores
Delores, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2025
Overall great value
Clean good coffee and quiet. Close to
Convention center.
Vickie
Vickie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
It was a great stay very comfortable
Gregory
Gregory, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 2, 2025
very nice place to stay
The staff was friendly, the lobby look beautiful, the water at the swimming pool was very cold, I like the breakfast, room was clean, nice bed, maybe curtains that will close all the way to keep the room a little more dark.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2025
Great place for a business trip.
Ben
Ben, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2025
Very nice place especially for the price point, I was pleased with my stay
jason
jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2025
The staff was very welcoming , excellent customer service . Our room was clean, the a/c was ice cold and the continental brkfast was perfect for a quick meal .
Tammy
Tammy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Clean room, floor, bathroom, bed.
Addisu
Addisu, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
Good location for us; recently updated; mattress wasn't the best, but can't find any other problem with our stay. Would stay again.
BRUCE
BRUCE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Nice very clean
Charlene
Charlene, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2025
I like the home away from home feeling. This place has just that. Free breakfast as well can’t beat that.
Samantha
Samantha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Nice hotel
Every member of staff we encountered was very friendly. Everything was clean and comfortable. The paint showed a little wear in places and the a/c was a little noisy, but overall, a good hotel, especially for the price and location.
Jill
Jill, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Great property with amazing staff.We were happy to choose this place before proceeding to crusie next day.Galveston is 55 minutes from the property!
Sujata
Sujata, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Very clean property!! Would definitely stay again!!
Luis
Luis, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Clean and comfortable
Elsa
Elsa, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 8, 2025
Mehhh
One night was enough bed was so uncomfortable water pressure was horrible and my floors were greasy just not a great place for 135.00 a night
Monica
Monica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2025
Close the Galveston for Cruise and great price
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2025
Great place, great staff, good price
Will definitely stay again
Raymond
Raymond, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 24, 2025
Good overall
Nurazem
Nurazem, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2025
Nice clean hotel.
MELINDA
MELINDA, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2025
It was very clean the staff was very professional I will stay again
Tocquankerrious
Tocquankerrious, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
Easy checkin, nice, clean rooms. Would stay here again
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
Very clean, great breakfast, staff is always friendly and helpful. Rooms are nice and have always been quite during my stays.