In the heart of Houston, near Rice University, The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria offers a sophisticated retreat. Enjoy international cuisine at ARA restaurant, unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or by the outdoor pool with loungers. With in-room WiFi and an always-available 24-hour health club and front desk, this upscale hotel provides comfort and convenience.
Popular amenities
Bar
Electric vehicle charging point
Connecting rooms available
Pool
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
WiFi in the lobby
24-hour health club
Valet parking
Self parking
Room service
24-hour business center
Conference center
Business center
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Refrigerator
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Terrace
The current price is $214
$214
includes taxes & fees
$183 per night
May 10 - May 11
Room options
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
City view
285 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
City view
285 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Executive Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
City view
285 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
City view
285 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Corner
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
City view
284.7 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed, City View
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
City view
676.1 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Suite, City View
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
City view
676.1 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Double Sofa Bed
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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Tub)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
City view
284.7 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed, City View
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
City view
676.1 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Standard Suite, City View
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
City view
676.1 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Double Sofa Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, SHower)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
City view
283 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Tub)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
City view
676.1 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
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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 MD Anderson Cancer Center. 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
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Covered onsite self parking (USD 34.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Covered onsite valet parking (USD 45.00 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 27.00 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
Covered self parking costs USD 34.00 per night with in/out privileges
Covered valet parking costs USD 45.00 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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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 34.00 per night. Valet parking costs USD 45.00 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.
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Reviews
8.2
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
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Location
Bed
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Shopping
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What guests liked
The property's restaurant and nearby dining options offered great food and convenient access to various restaurants. (5 reviews)
Breakfast was delicious and had many options, with several guests describing it as good. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Apr 20, 2025
Great place.
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Great stay! Everything was clean and staff was nice!
Camika
Camika, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
Great Stay
Kristine
Kristine, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2025
I loved my stay, beautiful hotel
Janai
Janai, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 13, 2025
Enjoyed my short stay
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2025
Loved it… 3rd time staying here!
My stay was great! Our “do not disturb” signage was sticky and dirty but other than that we loved it.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 15, 2025
Needs deep cleaning
The surfaces were cleaned well, but the carpet in the room was disgusting and looked like it has never been cleaned. You can clearly see the dirt track through the high traffic areas of the room. Service was great
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2024
Nice Stay in Houston
Our stay was excellent. The rooms were nice, and the staff was very accommodating. We would definitely stay here again.
Timothy
Timothy, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 26, 2025
Very pretty outside, completely average inside.
The lobby and public areas were great, they clearly invested heavily in them. The rooms and other amenities, less so. They were small and completely mediocre, definitely not worth the price. You can get the same out of a hotel that's less than half the price.
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
good Galleria option
Nice option in the Galleria area. Easy Uber rides to wherever you need to go.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2025
Central to Houston area. Easy parking at very reasonable rates. Nice hotel. Food was excellent. Staff was friendly.
Joel
Joel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 13, 2025
Gotel was central and area was safe.
Nagja
Nagja, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
Royal Sonesta is a Magnificent Hotel!
The hotel was beautiful! The staff were all incredibly friendly and the room was comfortable with a great city view. I will certainly plan to stay again during my next trip to Houston.
Griffin
Griffin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2024
Very nice property
Chelsie
Chelsie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2024
Great stay!!
Jenesia
Jenesia, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
It was a nice place and I would definitely recommend
Tianna
Tianna, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
Great experience
Joshua
Joshua, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2024
Janito provided excellent service and made me feel truly cared for during my stay. The room service was great, and all the staff were very friendly and attentive. I highly recommend this hotel!
shan
shan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 23, 2025
Overall it was good. There were bugs in the bathroom and the condiments for the coffee were actually open container bags. Upon check-in we were not provided with the Wi-Fi information. But the beds were comfortable and the people in the lounge were very friendly. The corner room is not what you believe it is you do not get views from two directions. It is merely the end of the hallway on one side.
Chandra
Chandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2024
The staff were very friendly and courteous. They made sure were well taken care of.
Chelsea
Chelsea, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2025
Hotel is nice with beautiful lobby and bar area. Room was on high floor and not small. Very convenient bed and nice bathroom. Excellent view from window on a city. Lobby has snacks store which is very convenient during the day bks restaurant and bar are opened after five pm. Nice stay overall
lena
lena, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2024
We really liked this place was nice
Dave
Dave, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Mar 8, 2025
Not the best hotel stay I’ve had before.
They charged $100 deposit when we got there and it had to be on a card not cash. Plus, they didn’t have a microwave, or any extra blankets. Then they don’t have free parking. It was $32 plus tax to park your own car. Valet parking was $42 plus tax.
Essynce
Essynce, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 24, 2024
Very friendly, staff nice and helpful. I would recommend. Breakfast was good, room nice and clean.
Constance Michelle
Constance Michelle, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2025
The clerk was very nice they gave our children two stuffed bulls when we checked in. That made their day . The room was nice but needed some more cleaning also the conditioner was out but other than that we enjoyed our stay. The parking was right behind the hotel and an easy walk to the lobby entrance which was what we were looking for !