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Sonesta Essential NW Houston

2.5 star property
Travelers start their day with a hearty breakfast buffet before diving into work or relaxation at this convenient retreat, where the seasonal outdoor pool awaits.

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Near Houston Graduate School of Theology, Sonesta Essential NW Houston offers a breakfast buffet, 24-hour business center, seasonal outdoor pool, gym, free WiFi, luggage storage, and multilingual staff, ensuring both business and leisure travelers have everything they need.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Executive Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in Fairbanks, a neighbourhood in Houston, Sonesta Essential NW Houston is in a shopping district. Memorial City Mall and CityCentre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Downtown Aquarium and Houston Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Daikin Park or NRG Stadium. Visit our Houston travel guide
Map
7887 West Tidwell Road, Houston, TX, 77040

What's nearby

  • Cars and Coffee Saturday March 3rd 2018
    Memorial City Mall
    12 min drive - 21.1 km
  • The Houston Astros!
    Daikin Park
    17 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Texans Vs Bears
    NRG Stadium
    22 min drive - 33.4 km
  • Cinemark Tinseltown Houston 290
    2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center
    22 min drive - 29.7 km

Getting around

  • Kinder Station
    21 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min walk
  • Whataburger
    10 min walk
  • Circle K
    9 min walk
  • Church's Chicken
    2 min walk
  • Chick-fil-A
    12 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Essential NW Houston

Hotel near Memorial City Mall
Located close to Houston Graduate School of Theology and Houston Community College - Energy Corridor, Sonesta Essential NW Houston provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour business centre.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A front desk safe, multilingual staff and smoke-free property
  • Free newspapers, a vending machine and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 115 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 958 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1994
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 10.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Hwy. 290/NW
Sonesta Essential NW Houston Hotel
Sonesta Essential NW Houston Houston
Sonesta Essential NW Houston Hotel Houston

Frequently asked questions

Does Sonesta Essential NW Houston have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?

As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential NW Houston on 9 Apr 2026 start from AU$104, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sonesta Essential NW Houston pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sonesta Essential NW Houston?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sonesta Essential NW Houston located?

Located in Fairbanks, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Houston Graduate School of Theology, Memorial City Mall and Houston Community College - Energy Corridor. Daikin Park and MD Anderson Cancer Center are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

Sonesta Essential NW Houston Reviews

7.0

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

7.6

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 339 out of 984 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 984 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 984 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 984 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 208 out of 984 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Yanira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff in the breakfast area...
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location near the freeway. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and dry. The staff was helpful & nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean the room
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Clean room and shops nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Custom service was excellent, great restaurants in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleased with stay

Its an older hotel. In fairly good shape though. Quiet, clean. Room was nice. Breakfast was excellent. Pool sparkling clean. Check in and out was a breeze. We really enjoyed our stay. Would use this hotel again for our next trip.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here, both times have been a good experience, elevator was loud and squeaky the first time but they have fixed it since then. Rooms are clean and comfortable, breakfast was good. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliseo

Liked: Amenities
Nice hotel really clean!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value

Nice place clean comfortable great value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

mitzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk workers were all very friendly. The housekeeping were wonderful at keeping the room stocked. The kitchen was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place

Nice place - room was awesome - great service - no issues. Would go back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Restful night sleep

Perfect location for shopping and having dinner
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms were fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was pretty good.All the staff was very friendlyIt was pretty good. All the staff was very friendly. Just make sure if you're traveling with service or e s a dogs they are quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shara

Liked: Amenities
My stay at the sonesta was good ,I was a little worried at first because the pool was closed & I was looking forward to swimming, I couldn’t get in the fitness room to work out and my room I had at first looked like someone tried to break in! But over all . I stayed because is was clean and quiet .I sleep like a princess, the workers were wonderful & polite and the restaurant around the hotel was delicious. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff that allowed to check in early and the check out was very simple. Very good breakfast with a good variety.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siddiqur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fronrndesk people are very professional and friendly. We enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Channelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and staff were excellent! The area that it is located was not favorable, but that is beyond the control of the facility!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and friendly

Had a few great fresh nights of sleep, Larry was very helpful and friendly, whole staff was friendly straight up, place gets a bad rap cause of the neighborhood however don’t let discourage you from staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Jose Eloy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kathy at the front desk did a great job we stayed at room 322 we saw roaches on walls and bathroom.and on our beds. Breakfasts was good.I loved the waffles and oranges. Jose Olmos 214-560-8601
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy Lodger

The front desk workers were always helpful with anything needed. The room cleaning lady was thorough and was never late in cleaning my room. Good waffles and other goodies for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area is not bad, close to dinning and shopping. Sometimes the front desk, in my opinion is left unattended to long.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was pleasant, elevator broke, first room was riddled with cockroaches...second much better (didn't see any)...
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thank u ! 304💯🙏

Staff here is great. Always helpful. Grateful for breakfast everyday. Thanks. I hv been staying here over a week.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024