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Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport

3.0 star property
Kickstart your day with continental breakfast and take advantage of helpful staff guidance to navigate local hotspots.

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Sonesta Essential Orlando is a vibrant oasis near Florida Mall. Enjoy continental breakfast, dry cleaning services, and connect to free in-room WiFi while you unwind at the seasonal outdoor pool or explore nearby attractions with the help of multilingual staff - previous guests rave about their assistance.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is 2.578.442 ₫
2.900.813 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026

Room options

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Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Roll-in Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
8101 Aircenter Ct, Orlando, FL, 32809

What's nearby

  • Oak Ridge Gun Range - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Lake Conway - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando South - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Florida Mall - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Crayola Experience - 4 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Brightline Orlando Station - 13 min drive
  • Sand Lake Road Station - 15 min walk
  • Orlando International Airport (MCO) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport

Hotel near Florida Mall
Consider a stay at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport and take advantage of free continental breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and a TV in reception
  • A lift, a computer station and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 55-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

  • Cot (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
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Lift (122 centimetre wide door)
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (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

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 10 February to 11 February:
  • Business centre
  • 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.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 10 per night

Payment types at the property

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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 transport 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from February 10 until February 11.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

As of 25 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport on 19 Jan 2026 start from 2.578.442 ₫, excluding 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 Orlando Airport pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Florida Mall and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Crayola Experience. Orlando Kart Center and Orlando Regional Medical Center are also within 6 miles (10 km). Sand Lake Road Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Sonesta Essential Orlando Airport Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 286 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and the customer.service was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a very good hotel near MCO airport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely a cheap reasonable place to stay very close to the Orlando airport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything nice. I like my stay very clean and the food is perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANAE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very pleasant & the room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean big room. Friendly staff. Good free breakfast. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamidreza

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast and easy with good welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kashif

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and teh room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
People who are working at checking desk very nice. They helped us check in smoothly and get in the gate quick with no waiting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oksana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Thank you! All was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and the room was very spacious and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness
Extremely clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some of the breakfast was cold but the scrabled eggs and coffee was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy in and out. Quick service upon arrival and at checkout. We’ll use this location again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean and cost efficient
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan Carlos Rivas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Had a great time and very good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful. Super clean and comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ciandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice stay. my shower water wouldn’t get but luke warm at best but otherwise a nice stay. will revisit when i come back to orlando
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the staff, the night gentleman was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025