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.
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
Kenny & Ziggy's New York Delicatessen - 9 min walk
Jack in the Box - 8 min walk
Bari - 12 min walk
Maggiano's - 6 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.
At a glance
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Hotel size
485 rooms
Arranged over 23 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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
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Children
Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps) in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING
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
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Offsite
Area shuttle within 3 miles*
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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 shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
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
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
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.
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
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 Road and 10 minutes' walk from The Galleria.
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The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and excellent with many options available. (14 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
Great stay!
Laura D.
Laura D., 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Great stay
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 2, 2025
We have a good night's sleep in the town of Houston. Thank you for the great hotel.
Apharat
Apharat, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2025
Our view
The bed was so comfortable! I was pleased with the room service from the bar you don’t get that every.
Danielle
Danielle, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 23, 2025
Friendly and courteous staff, comfortable rooms.
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2025
Htown quickie!
Convention happening, busy Saturday night and was smooth. Great room, clean and comfortable with nice view of Gallaria area.
Kevan
Kevan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Good comfortable stay
Edward
Edward, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 4, 2025
No microwave
Hotel was very nice and well kept, staff was friendly and helpful. My only qualm is there was no microwave in the room, other than that the stay/hotel was very nice and i will be returning to this hotel any time im in the Houston area
Marion
Marion, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 30, 2025
Great stay
The staff at the hotel restaurant was very attentive and helpful. Alma was the best! Our stay was great.
The only thing I didn’t like was paying for parking.
ROSA A
ROSA A, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Great location and great service.
Vanessa
Vanessa, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 5, 2025
A little construction
I think hotels should be required to tell their guest that there is construction. We heard it starting at 8:30am and we were so exhausted and heard it all morning.
The bed was so comfortable
Susana
Susana, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
The check in process was painless and staff including breakfast staff was amazing. I would recommend anyone visiting the Houston area to book their stay here.
Morressa
Morressa, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2025
Great choice
We came in for my hubby birthday and we enjoyed our stay. Staff was awesome
Tanya
Tanya, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 22, 2025
Hotel nice but could be awesome
Room perfect size hotel is amazing but needs upgrade and remodel room and bathroom.
Joel Jr.
Joel Jr., 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2025
The staff was very accommodating. I highly recommend staying here. It was nice and quiet. Very peaceful and I had an amazing view of the city from our room.
Highly Recommend Staying at this property
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2025
Very nice hotel, very close to everything, .waling distance to the mall
Debbie
Debbie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Hotel is very neat and very good customer service. I love the fact that it is walking distance to everywhere in
Sosena
Sosena, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2025
Great staff from the front of the house to the house keeping.
Talava
Talava, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Booked here on a whim due to a concert in town and I was very pleasantly surprised how clean and accommodating it is. Will definitely stay here if the occasion calls for it
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Good location near the Galleria in Houston, well-appointed rooms at a very good price for the area!
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Excellent staff. Good location.
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 27, 2025
Property was clean and staff were friendly.
Lakiesha
Lakiesha, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
Nice place
Davon
Davon, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 14, 2025
Of overall the hotel was nice and the employees were very nice! Laura at the bar was amazing. I forgot to take a photo but the hand towel in the bathroom was dirty.