MD Anderson Cancer Center - 10 min drive - 10.5 km
Getting around
Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 36 min drive
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 38 min drive
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 39 min drive
Houston Station - 17 min drive
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Starbucks - 7 min walk
Ciel Restaurant & Lounge - 8 min walk
Jack in the Box - 8 min walk
Velvet Taco - 6 min walk
Kenny & Ziggy's New York Delicatessen - 9 min walk
About this property
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
At The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Rice University and Houston Zoo. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at ARA, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and lunch. Other features include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour health club, and a 24-hour fitness center. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and nearby shopping.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Korean, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
485 rooms
Arranged over 23 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps) in rooms*
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Onsite valet parking (USD 42 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Offsite
Area shuttle within 3 miles*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Shopping
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Conference center (50000 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1985
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Television in common areas
24-hour health club
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 36
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
46-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
WiFi (surcharge) (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Phone
Desk chair
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
ARA - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch.
Axis Lounge - This lobby lounge serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
Launch - This café specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per night
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 25.74 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Additional inclusions
Fitness center access
In-room bottled water
In-room coffee
Phone calls (may be limited)
Pool access
Optional extras
WiFi is available in guestrooms for USD 0 per stay (rates may vary)
WiFi is available in public areas for USD 0 per stay (rates may vary)
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 21 per person
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay
Parking
Self parking costs USD 32 per night with in/out privileges
Valet parking costs USD 42 per night with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Policies
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Houston Royal Sonesta Hotel
Houston Sonesta Hotel
Royal Houston
Royal Sonesta
Royal Sonesta Hotel
Royal Sonesta Hotel Houston
Royal Sonesta Houston
Sonesta Hotel Houston
Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Hotel
Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Frequently asked questions
Does The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 150 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 32 per night. Valet parking costs USD 42 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria and nearby?
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour health club.
Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?
Yes, ARA offers international cuisine.
What's the area around The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria like?
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria is a short 6-minute walk from Westheimer Rd and 10 minutes' walk from The Galleria.
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2024
Julio
Julio, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2024
Naya
Naya, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2024
One of my favorites
Out of hotels I stayed at in Houston this is one of my favorites.The staff provides excellent customer service, making me feel welcome from the moment I arrived. The hotel is spacious and my room was impeccably clean, which added to the overall comfort of my stay. With great amenities and a peaceful atmosphere, this hotel truly feels like a perfect retreat.
Diana
Diana, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 22, 2024
francesca
francesca, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 20, 2024
Stay was great!
Carpet needs replacing in the rooms.
Kurt
Kurt, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
John
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 17, 2024
My reservation wasnt 100% right but it didnt take them long to give me options
Colin
Colin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
starla
starla, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
It was a nice place and I would definitely recommend
Tianna
Tianna, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
We requested a room cleaning. Went to breakfast and when we returned, it was done. Excellent service.
Gehrig
Gehrig, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2024
Michael
Michael, 4-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 29, 2024
Kimberly
Kimberly, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 28, 2024
It was ok
They put us on the third floor overlooking generator units.
Disgusting view. Rooms are due to be refreshed.
LYNN
LYNN, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2024
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 15, 2024
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 7, 2024
property needs renovation looks pretty run down
SREEMOY
SREEMOY, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Matt
Matt, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2024
Chad
Chad, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good
Sep 22, 2024
A well functioning hotel
Had a bit of a room issue, but was fixed the next day.Rooms were nice and clean.Great valet guys always on time. The late night attendant was amazingly helpful ran out of wine during the night, she graciously opened up the store inside the hotel and we were able to purchase. Bar is fantastic fun bartender. All around great hotel if you’re ever in Houston,Tx.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
Very nice, professionally run hotel in a nice area with great amenities. Elevator in parking lot was broken, which was an inconvenience.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 18, 2024
Tonya
Tonya, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
Yves
Yves, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 17, 2024
Stay
Everything excellent. Just wish they would fix the parking garage elevator. Stayed here a couple times and still not fixed.