SONESTA ESSENTIAL ORLANDO HOTEL | Airport hotel in Orlando | From 61$/Night

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Hotel overview and key features

8101 Aircenter Ct, Orlando, Florida, United States of America, 32809-7414

Sonesta Essential Orlando is a 3-star hotel near airport, located 6 miles from Orlando International Airport and 7.5 miles from Church Street. The area offers good airport proximity and shopping, with The Florida Mall just one mile west of the property.

Comfortable Guest Accommodations

Guestrooms at Sonesta Essential Orlando feature neutral decor with beige walls and dark-wood laminate furniture. Thoughtful touches include laptop-friendly workspaces, air conditioning, and separate sitting areas. Suite units add pull-out sofa beds for additional comfort.

Dining & Nearby Options

A breakfast lounge serves a free hot breakfast including eggs, cereals, toasts, and waffles. The property does not have other dining facilities but is close to International Drive's eateries.

Recreation & Wellness

Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM. The fully equipped fitness center is available 24 hours for workouts. The hotel also offers advanced multi-day attraction passes for purchase.

Business Amenities

Business travelers have access to a business center and meeting space for up to 25 people. Services include free WiFi, fax/photocopying, and express check-in/check-out. The 24-hour front desk assists with luggage storage and concierge needs.

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King Suite

Max:

2 persons

250 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Queen Room Mobility accessible

Max:

2 persons

280 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Heating

Air conditioning

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King Room Disability Access

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2 persons

250 sq. feet

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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Center

Orlando 5.3 mi

Airports

Orlando International (MCO) 5.3 mi

Orlando Executive (ORL) 11.4 mi

Train

Church Street Station 6.4 mi

Woodsmere Sub-Station 10.7 mi

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Baggage storage
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Stores/Commercial services

Business

Business center
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Sun loungers
Leisure/ TV room
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location info

8101 Aircenter Ct, Orlando, Florida, United States of America, 32809-7414

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8101 Aircenter Ct, Orlando, Florida, United States of America, 32809-7414

City landmarks

8001 South Orange Blossom Trail

Crayola Experience

2.2 mi

Museums

Bronze Kingdom

2100 ft

Mall

Lancaster Square

1.9 mi

Church

Galatian Baptist Church

1.3 mi

Sand Lake 7 Cinemas

1.3 mi

Church

St. Mary of the Angels Episcopal Church

1.3 mi

Saint Mary of the Angels

1.3 mi

Saint Mary Missionary Baptist Church

1.3 mi

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

1.4 mi

Campus Crusade for Christ

1.5 mi

Church of God at Taft

1.5 mi

Church

Iglesia ni Cristo

1.5 mi

Iglesia Visionera Misionera Pentecostal

1.6 mi

Oak Ridge Gun Range

1.6 mi

Church of Christ at Pine Castle

1.6 mi

Valencia Community College

1.6 mi

Taft United Methodist Church

1.6 mi

Iglesia Bautista Jerusalem

1.7 mi

Clinica Cristiana de Consejeria

1.8 mi

Galilean Family Worship Center Church of Nazarene

1.8 mi

Amusement Park

Orlando Watersports Complex

2.3 mi

Korean Choong Hyun Church of Orlando

1.8 mi

Church

First Baptist Church of Pine Castle

1.8 mi

Marina

Seven Seas Marina

1.8 mi

Church

Pine Castle United Methodist Church

1.8 mi

Iglesia de Dios Pentecostal

1.9 mi

1051 Sand Lake Rd

Hukoo's Family Fun

2.2 mi

Orlando Say Baseball & Softball Field

1.9 mi

Boggy Creek Golf Club

1.9 mi

Classic Arcade

1.9 mi

Nearby

Museums

Bronze Kingdom

2100 ft

Restaurants

A Tu Gusto

1100 ft

1777 McCoy Rd

7-Eleven

2100 ft

1100 McCoy Rd

Wendy's

2100 ft

1050 Mccoy Rd

Denny's

3200 ft

8076 S. Orange Ave.

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions

84%

enjoyed their visit and would return

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

5.3

Location

7.0

Service

7.5

Dining

6.0

Jeff

United States of America, August 2023

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was comfortable and quieter than most, despite some maintenance and personnel issues at 1:30 am. The location was convenient, being close to the airport and offering free shuttle service. However, the dining experience was below average, which let it down a bit.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable, but my first stay had a poor tub that leaked badly. Despite that, I found them quieter than most hotels. The nearby options for dinner like the great arepas across the street or Waffle House next door were a nice touch.

Service

8.0

The service was friendly, efficient, and helpful, especially between all of our scheduled attractions. However, there were slight hiccups like staff seeming unfamiliar with the route to breakfast before 9:30 am.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location near the airport with free shuttle service within 5 miles to major malls was convenient. It was in a good, safe area, and despite being close to the airport, it wasn't affected by air traffic noise.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was just fine, and breakfasts were great overall despite being below average. The fish and chips were a notable highlight.

Facilities

The value for money was decent for what was offered.

Mark

United States of America, August 2023

5.8/10

My stay at this hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were not as expected, with old furnishings and a small bathroom in need of maintenance. On the bright side, the service was friendly, but the location might not suit everyone's needs. The dining options were decent, and the facilities offered some enjoyment.

Rooms

5.0

The room was disappointing, with old decor and a small, poorly maintained bathroom. The lack of daily cleaning and a musty odor made the stay uncomfortable.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly, but there were some issues with communication and drop-off location. The manager was particularly unpleasant.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location near the airport and shopping areas is convenient, but it may not be the best choice for those without a car, especially arriving at night.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average, starting well but becoming monotonous. The early closing time was a drawback.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities provided some basic amenities but nothing extraordinary. Some maintenance might be needed to improve the overall experience.

Henry

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.0/10

The hotel rooms were plenty spacious and clean, stocked with fresh towels and amenities, but the bed was not very comfortable. The service was professional and helpful, despite a small room booking confusion. The location, though heavily used with a lack of decor, was surprisingly good for our short stay. The dining was a mix of poor and surprisingly good options. Overall, a decent stay with some areas to improve.

Rooms

7.0

The room was of a nice size, clean, and equipped with fresh towels and amenities.

Service

8.0

The service was very professional and helpful, with efficient airport pick up and drop off.

Location

7.0

The location, while heavily used with a lack of decor, was surprisingly good for our one-night stay.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was a mix of poor and surprisingly good options.

Facilities

Charles

United States of America, May 2023

5.4/10

I found the hotel to be a mixed experience. The rooms were cold due to overactive air conditioning, made a terrible noise, and smelled really bad. On the bright side, the service was efficient and knowledgeable, but the loud early morning talking was a downside. The location, while extremely crowded, made the stay worthwhile despite the noise. The dining options were basic, with some issues like a soured carton of milk.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were uncomfortable due to the overactive air conditioning, noise, and bad smell.

Service

7.0

The service staff were efficient and knowledgeable.

Location

6.0

The location was extremely crowded but made the stay worthwhile.

Dining

5.0

The dining was basic with some issues like a soured carton of milk.