Sonesta ES Suites Orlando International Drive

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Sonesta Hotels
8.8 (1682 reviews)
8480 International Drive , Orlando , US
+1 407-352-2400

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1682 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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stephanie • family_with_children • gb
10
We have stayed several times over the years and we shall continue as it’s the best hotel on idrive 💖
Pros:

The location as it’s it’s right in the middle of drive
Front desk staff always friendly & amazing 😻
The rooms have everything you need.

Cons:

There isn’t anything to dislike but I wish they still served a proper Buffett breakfast like they used to do many years ago when we first started coming lol 😂

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

Exceptional service, rooms were very clean and well stocked with all the essentials, I visit here at least twice a year and the standard just keeps improving, well done to the staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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ernest • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Location on I drive.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • solo_traveller • us
8
Cons:

The beds were too firm.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • family_with_children • cr
6
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Frances • couple • us
5
Decent for it's price and location, but pretty disappointing overall.
Pros:

I really liked the space in the living room and kitchen. It's a good location, not too far from the universal parks. Vanessa at the front desk was amazing! Super informative, kind and professional. She went out of her way and beyond to help us.

Cons:

The freezer was broken. It didn't provide any ice. We had to constantly ask for a bag of ice downstairs. There's no ice machine nearby to use. The door to the bedroom kept closing on it's own and wouldn't stay open. It also wasn't properly installed cause it kept hitting the furniture, shaking the TV every time. The shower drain didn't drain. It was clogged to the point of reaching the ankles. The shower curtain was dirty. Neither of the TV's were smart. Disappointing.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Courtney • family_with_children • us
7
The place is a good value for the stay. However, they could work on cleanliness.
Pros:

I really liked the supplies provided in the room. Although the refrigerator ice maker didn’t work and I needed more pots, the kitchen was spacious with everything necessary to make food. I thought the pool area was also nice, and although you can hear people outside, you can’t hear people above or next to you. The location was also very convenient- restaurants were everywhere and ICON Park is literally across the street if you want to do something close by.

Cons:

We had a two bedroom suite and the room with the king bed hardly had any room. I also noticed that although the counters, showers, utensils and such were clean, it didn’t seem like the floor was mopped. I wiped up a couple of things from the floor. You also have to ask for the sofa bed bedding. When I requested it, it was provided quickly even though it was late at night. However, when my dad and I started putting on the sheets, we noticed some bad staining that had to be blood. They provided another quickly, but that added to my cleanliness concerns.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Emma • family_with_children • gb
3
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • family_with_children • gb
8
Had the best stay here really made our holiday and if we managed to come again we would definitely stay here.
Pros:

Extremely happy. Great location. Very helpful staff. Such comfortable beds and mattresses. Pool was lovely.

Cons:

Nothing, if I had to say anything slightly more up to date electrics for charging perhaps some usb ports but thats really being picky as everything’s else was great.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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derrick • couple • us
10
Wherever we travel, we always looking for a Sonesta Hotel. It’s like a condominium. The service is great from the time y
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Beamon • couple • us
7
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • family_with_children • gb
7
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Jack891 • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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rodrigo • couple • br
10
Quartos bons, porém o chão não estava limpo. O quarto só limpa com 7 dias de estada. Casa contrário tem que pagar para l
Pros:

Da recepção

Cons:

Do chão do quarto

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Fausto • couple • br
9
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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ANNALAURA • couple • it
8
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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carlota • family_with_children • es
9
Repetiria
Pros:

Bona relació-qualitat preu, ben situat i molt agradable. Totes les comoditats.

Cons:

Les finestres no s’obren.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • family_with_children • gb
5
Many lovely previous stays but so dirty never gain.
Pros:

We have stayed at this hotel many times. We love the central international drive location with easy transport links. Staff always lovely and helpful.

Cons:

The accommodation was dirty, we arrived and found it dirty and thought the cleaner would clean it but it took 8 days for us to notice a cleaner has been in and only as we had fresh towels. The beds were only made on the last 3 days of our 11 night trip and the bedding never changed. We could tell it was nearly tip time as on the last two days we had the towels changed every day and the beds made. We have decided it will be our last stay.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Nurlan • solo_traveller • kz
8
Pros:

Возле Парка . Между двумя Основными парками, Юниверсал и Дисней

Cons:

Воду пришлось покупать, обычных вещей в номере нет. Район чуть не приятный .

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Oyenike • extended_group • ng
2
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Roaches

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee