Sonesta ES Suites Orlando - International Drive

International Drive, Orlando

Virgin rating

Two Bedroom Suite
Two Bedroom Suite
Two Bedroom Suite
Two Bedroom Suite

The hotel

Recently renovated, Sonesta ES Suites Orlando-International Drive offers a convenient location across from the ICON Park Wheel and close to all of central Florida’s attractions.  With a fresh modern appeal, all guest suites, public spaces, and dining options have been completely updated.  The hotel offers apartment-style one and two bedroom suites (sleeping up to 6-8 guests), a quick service eatery featuring fresh breakfast items and select Starbucks products for purchase, WiFi access in all suites and public areas, onsite fitness room, heated swimming pool, colorful courtyard seating areas, business services, a shuttle to Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, and an adjacent I-Ride Trolley Stop which provides transportation to Sea World, Aquatica, and the Orlando Premium Outlets. Guests appreciate this contemporary hotel near restaurants, shops, and attractions easily within walking distance

Amenities

  • Families
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Free Parking
  • Hot tub
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to Universal Orlando Resort

Where is it

On International Drive, across from the ICON Orlando Wheel and within walking distance to numerous shops, restaurants, and activities. Driving time from airport: 20 minutes.

Hotel information

146 newly updated suites. All with air-conditioning, premium bedding, full kitchen with cook-top stove, full-sized refrigerator, microwave oven, dishwasher, toaster and tea/coffee maker, cable TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi, safe, hairdryer, and iron and board.  


1-Bedroom Suites are 550 sq ft and have a master bedroom with 1 king-size bed and queen-size sleeper sofa in the living room, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

2-Bedroom Suites are 738 sq ft and have a master bedroom with 1 king-size bed, a second bedroom with 1 queen-size bed, queen-size sleeper sofa in the living room and 2 bathrooms, sleeping maximum 6 adults or 2 adults and 4 children. 


Trio 2-Bedroom Suites are 750 sq ft and have a master bedroom with 1 king-size bed, a second bedroom with 2 double beds, 1 queen-size sleeper sofa in the living room and 2 bathrooms, sleeping maximum 8 adults or 2 adults and 6 children.

  • Special Offer - Sonesta ES Suites - Travel until 31st May 2024 and receive Kids Eat Free. Each Child (ages 3-9) receives one free kid’s meal for each qualifying adult meal purchase at the Morning Pour Breakfast Café. Offer subject to change. 

Complimentary self-parking. I-Ride Trolley* bus stop nearby which stops at Sea World and Aquatica. Complimentary shuttle to Disney World and Universal, with two departures / returns per day (schedules subject to change). There is an app that allows guests to make shuttle reservations up to 48-hours in advance, and to track the location of shuttles - a QR code will be provided at check-in.

The Morning Pour List (choose your favourites and they will be delivered to your room.). The Shoppe convenience store (open 24-hours).

Heated outdoor swimming pool, hot tub and sun deck. 24-hour fitness centre. Tropical courtyard with sunbathing areas. 

Complimentary WiFi available. Laundry/dry-cleaning facilities*.

Nightly $17 resort fee is included for Virgin Holidays guests. 

Fee includes: complimentary shuttle to Disney World and Universal Orlando, complimentary WiFi access, and complimentary self-parking. 

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. 

Please note: there are only 2 Suites onsite with either a walk-in or roll-in shower.

*Denotes local charge.

Special assistance


Please note: Each hotel has its individual room cleaning operation, which may mean your room isn't serviced every day, please check with the hotel reception team on arrival for further details.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Lovely trip to Orlando

Apr 22, 2024 sharonf855 Bolton, United Kingdom

Holiday to Florida ,stayed at the sonesta suites for the second time . Reception staff are so lovely and helpful. We had a 2 bedroomed Apt with full kitchen and fridge freezer. 2 bedrooms one king size and one queen size bedroom full bathroom in each .It had a Couch and dining table aswell. Nice Pool with sunbeds and towels ,sunbeds are very… Read more
Holiday to Florida ,stayed at the sonesta suites for the second time . Reception staff are so lovely and helpful. We had a 2 bedroomed Apt with full kitchen and fridge freezer. 2 bedrooms one king size and one queen size bedroom full bathroom in each .It had a Couch and dining table aswell. Nice Pool with sunbeds and towels ,sunbeds are very worn and need updating ,can get burning hot on the metal frame and not comfy to lie on . Very disappointed to see the bar had gone ,as we liked to sit there in the evening last time we came . It is now a breakfast bar, the food is reasonable and quite good . This hotel ,is central to lots of things and a free bus takes you to the parks but you must book in advance. Lots of bars and restaurants just across the road .Prices are very expensive everywhere now ,so budget well .We only had evening meal out and it cost us a fortune every night. Very Nice hotel and would recommend. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing Hotel!! Love Orlando!!

Apr 20, 2024 Mohamed S

I love Orlando, each visit is incredible. The hotel was great, Roxy was amazing, she went above and beyond. The whole hotel staff delivered outstanding service from Vanessa, Claudia and Gerald in the morning and Julio at night. I enjoyed my stay and plan to return back each time I have trip to Orlando. Thank you all.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Decent but nothing mind blowing

Apr 16, 2024 AndyCheets Sheffield, United Kingdom

Hotel has recently undergone a refurbishment, which you could see some evidence of, but the rooms were quite dated and I feel they have had a lick of paint and new furniture rather than a proper update. Rooms are spacious and reasonably comfortable. Towels were changed on a regular basis and beds changed once a week. Floors are filthy and would… Read more
Hotel has recently undergone a refurbishment, which you could see some evidence of, but the rooms were quite dated and I feel they have had a lick of paint and new furniture rather than a proper update. Rooms are spacious and reasonably comfortable. Towels were changed on a regular basis and beds changed once a week. Floors are filthy and would benefit from a mop by housekeeping and a sweeping brush in the room to be able to clean them yourself. We came as a family of 6 split across 2 rooms. One room had no hot water for 3 days (boiler breakdown) and the other had a constant knocking noise throughout the night like the pipes had air in them. The staff we came across are brilliant, and tried to sort the issues where they could. They were very friendly and professional. Location is great with plenty of bars and restaurants nearby, but bear in mind the hotel is right across from Icon park, which can get very noisy at weekends. Pool area is nice but not massive. Nice tables around pool to be able to order a takeaway and sit with wine or beers. Overall reasonable but nothing mind blowing. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing vacation!

Apr 13, 2024 jannerbananer Corner Brook, Canada

Check in was a breeze! The staff were so helpful. The rooms had everything we needed for our 10 day stay. We used the laundry amenities with no issue. We loved the pool and hot tub. It was close to universal and the shopping outlets. A short walk to many different restaurants on international drive.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A grest hotel

Apr 1, 2024 660neila

Brilliant hotel in the middle of everything. The rooms are spacious and clean the staff are amazing. The best I've seen in orlando. The only down side is the pool can be in shadow in the morning but that's sometimes a blessing and the gym is small but at least it's got one