Sonesta ES Suites Orlando International Drive

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Sonesta Hotels
8.8 (1467 reviews)
8480 International Drive , Orlando , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Attentive staff
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Price for breakfast
Room upkeep needed
Some amenities lacking

Categories

Cleanliness
8.58
The hotel was noted to be very clean, but there were mentions of rooms needing better upkeep.
Service
9.35
The staff were described as amazing and very attentive throughout the reviews.
Location
9.39
The hotel has an excellent location, very close to parks and great restaurants.
Room Quality
8.74
Room quality was generally good, but some reports of uncomfortable beds.
Amenities
8.97
Amenities were good, but a need for additional kitchen utensils was mentioned.
Value for Money
8.33
A few reviews noted that the price was too high for the lack of included breakfast.
Food and Beverage
7.88
Breakfast not included and dissatisfaction with the kitchen's equipment affected ratings.
Overall Experience
9.15
Overall, guests had pleasant experiences and many stated they would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-16 07:27

Property Description

Opposite ICON Park Location
Located opposite ICON Park, Sonesta ES Suites offers convenience and excitement right at your doorstep. With Universal Studios just 3.2 km away and the Orange County Convention Center nearby, our hotel is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Suite Perks
Our suites are designed with your comfort in mind, featuring fully equipped kitchens, cozy seating areas with sofa beds, and cable television. Whether you're staying for a weekend or an extended period, you'll feel right at home at Sonesta ES Suites Orlando International Drive.

Family-Friendly Amenities
From a heated outdoor pool and hot tub to a 24-hour fitness center, children's pool, and video game room, we have something for everyone in the family. Start your day with a delicious breakfast at our quick service café before heading out to explore the top theme parks with the help of our tour desk.

Experience the magic of Orlando at Sonesta ES Suites - book your stay now for an unforgettable adventure!

Important information:

**Newly Renovated Hotel**

Guests must be at least 21 years or older to check-in.

Reservations must be guaranteed with a credit card. Name on credit card must match on valid ID and on reservation in order to check in. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of $75 for stays up to 7 nights; USD 150 for all longer stay thereafter applies. A maximum of 2 dogs per room is allowed.

The resort fee includes: use of the hotel's Walt Disney World® and Universal Orlando® shuttle, self-parking, and enhanced wireless internet.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MCO

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1467 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.58
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.39
Room Quality: 8.74
Amenities: 8.97
Value for Money: 8.33
Food and Beverage: 7.88
Overall Experience: 9.15
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Miglena • solo_traveller • bg
8
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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benjamin • couple • be
8
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Candace • couple • us
10
We enjoyed our short stay. Walking distance to icon park.
Pros:

Room was like an apartment.

Cons:

Floors needed to be cleaned.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Deseree • family_with_children • us
10
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Watson • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Location, front desk check in easy. Loved the 2 bed suite. Will definitely book again.

Cons:

Toilet issue, but fixed immediately by staff. 👍🏽

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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C8515ALlizm • Family • London, England
10
Fabulous
Pros:

Staff very friendly. 2 bed apartment was great. Filtered coffee and tea . Sugar and dried milk provided along with washing up liquid. Sponge and dishwasher tab toiletries were of good quality. Our only complaint is the air con was a bit confusing and the 3 tvs Guides were not available and no channel list was provided, Location is great literally across road from Icon Park. We were also allowed to leave our car in car park until we had to leave at 2pm for airport and because of this I have given 5 stars..even though it was an inconvenience that the TV had no channel guide.

2026-02-12 • via Tripadvisor
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Patrícia • family_with_children • br
10
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • solo_traveller • co
10
Perfecto
Pros:

La ubicación y lo cómodo las suit

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Clinton • solo_traveller • nz
3
Pros:

Big rooms

Cons:

Hair hair everywhere

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Ghaith391 • Family • Kuwait City
10
An Excellent Stay in an Amazing Hotel
Pros:

We have been visiting Orlando and staying in this hotel for many Years .
The Receptionist Staff was Friendly and Cooperative,and always happy to help if you needed anything.
We booked Two Suites “Two Bedroom Suite- King and Queen “ ,stayed for Two Weeks.
Both Suits spacious and Very clean containing all the amenities.Beds are comfortable. The kitchen had all Needs.
Towel and bin change every 3 days and full cleaning every 7 days.
There are a Laundry,Starbucks,Pool,Gym and Car Rental office on site.
Location of the hotel is Perfect and walkable distance to ICON Park,Restaurants and Shops .
It was an Excellent stay,made all of us feel at home,Surely will come back to our favourite hotel.
Great Thanks to Front Office Manager Vanessa and all her Colleagues in Sonesta ID.
All in all a great stay would Highly Recommended.

2026-02-06 • via Tripadvisor
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ralphe799 • Solo travel
10
The hotel was wonderful as was Vanessa the wonderful lady who check me in and looked after me
Pros:

When i arrived to check in on Jan 29th as this wonderful person, Vanessa, wonderful lady checking me was going through the process when we had power outage, noting to do with hotel. I cant say enough about the professionalism shown by Vanessa in how she handled me, the other slew of people wondering what was happening. I truely enjoy my stay, hotel very clean and Vanessa, at the front desk, the owners should be so so grateful.

2026-02-01 • via Tripadvisor
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Parsley • extended_group • us
6
Pros:

The location and how kind the people were

Cons:

We were out of power half of the full day we stayed

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Veronica • family_with_children • us
10
We love Sonesta!
Pros:

We've stayed here multiple times when we come to Orlando and it's our favorite place to stay! The staff are friendly, the rooms are spacious, and the hot tub is a must after walking miles in a day!

Cons:

My only complaint is I prefer a softer mattress and theirs are more firm but it doesn't keep me from staying here I just wish they were softer. Totally personal preference!

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Paulo • family_with_children • br
9
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The elevator didn’t work at the fourth floor

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Bruna Eugenia • extended_group • br
8
Good stay for bed and breakfast.
Pros:

Good beds, well located, easy to park, clean and well maintained.

Cons:

Small bathroom, didn’t have oven in the kitchen (only microwave and stove). It wasn’t possible to bake pizzas. The sleeper sofa was uncomfortable.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Ramon L. • extended_group • pr
10
2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Nadimy • solo_traveller • us
7
Normal
Pros:

Bien ubicado

Cons:

Poco estacionamiento y no estaba limpio

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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questa laudani • family_with_children • ar
10
Muy recomendable lugar
Pros:

Muy cómodo, excelente ubicación , personal amable , solo que no me avisaron del wifi que había pagado dentro del Fee, y no me advirtieron , me di cuenta el último día , hasta ese momento pensé que debía pagar aparte

Cons:

Lo que no me avisaron del wifi incluido , hacen la habiataucin cada 3 días ,

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Ernest • family_with_children • us
8
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Fabiola • extended_group • pe
8
de todas maneras volveríamos. recomendado.
Pros:

nos gusto la ubicación estuvimos a unos pasos de Icon Park y teniamos muchos restaurantes en la zona.
recomendable.

Cons:

el personal podria ser mas amigable pero dentro de todo estuvo super bien.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee