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.
VIP Access
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
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
Coffee shop/cafe
24-hour business center
Conference center
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Refrigerator
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Terrace
$132 nightly
The total price is $154
$154 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
25 reviews
(25 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Room, 1 King Bed (Preferred High Floor)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Preferred)
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
24 reviews
(24 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
City view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (Preferred High Floor)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
285 sq ft
City view
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
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
676 sq ft
1 bedroom
City view
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
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
676 sq ft
1 bedroom
City view
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
Premium bedding
285 sq ft
1 bedroom
City view
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
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
676 sq ft
1 bedroom
City view
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
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
676 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Sofa Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, SHower)
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
7 reviews
(7 reviews)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
285 sq ft
City view
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
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
676 sq ft
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
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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
DONE
Hotel size
485 rooms
Arranged over 23 floors
DONE
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
DONE
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE
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
DONE
Children
Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE
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
DONE
Offsite
Area shuttle within 3 miles*
DONE
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.
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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The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and excellent with many options available. (12 reviews)
The property's restaurant and nearby dining options were great, with many choices and luxury atmosphere without the high price. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 30, 2025
Very nice hotel in a premium location!!!
Andre
Andre, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 3, 2025
Location, view
Mario
Mario, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 30, 2025
Breakfast was great. The staff were all very helpful and accommodating.
Gloria
Gloria, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 26, 2025
Nice property. Room & bed were comfy and clean.
Jeannie
Jeannie, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 3, 2025
Wonderful place
Avina
Avina, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 27, 2025
Awesome stay staff is amazing. Fitness stuff w/ pool on the 5th floor don’t miss out
Robert
Robert, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 26, 2025
This hotel is very clean and staff is extremely helpful and welcoming.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 6, 2025
Hotel is located in a great area close to the Galleria and a short drive from museums. The hotel bar is also great with a low key vibe and great drinks.
Danica
Danica, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 8, 2025
Excellent place and service. Very close to good places and very friendly staff..great costumer service
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 12, 2025
The staff was really beyond amazing. I've traveled the world for many decades and without a doubt this staff has been the best!
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 1, 2025
The staff was beyond awesome!
Tomas
Tomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 17, 2025
The location was perfect.
The rooms were clean and so comfy.
Zully
Zully, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 26, 2025
The rooms were small but clean. It is a very nice hotel in a very nice location.
Christy
Christy, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 18, 2025
Very nice place. And, the breakfast was delicious! I would definitely stay there again.
Irma
Irma, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 22, 2025
We had a wonderful time!
Krista LaNae
Krista LaNae, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 26, 2025
The location, staff service and premises are all what I expected and needed.
Enrique
Enrique, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 13, 2025
Very nice hotel, very close to everything, .waling distance to the mall
Debbie
Debbie, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 29, 2025
1000% Satisfied with the Hotel & Staff’
Janna
Janna, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 24, 2025
Check in was amazing, but unfortunately the rooms need renovation and the air conditioner was very-very noisy
Yelyzaveta
Yelyzaveta, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
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 Excellent
Jun 5, 2025
Great staff from the front of the house to the house keeping.
Talava
Talava, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 24, 2025
Excellent Customer Service 🎉
Everyone with the hotel was friendly and attentive. A well-kept hotel as well. We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you.
Jill
Jill, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 3, 2025
This property is conveniently located by the Galleria mall. And is very clean and safe… I love the pool and the sizes of the rooms are great! Thank you so much for the VIP gift! Vusal, at the front desk was amazing! This will be the hotel I will be coming back to every month or every other month for business purposes as well as leisurely. I was treated so well by Vusal, that I will treat my employees and their families here as a gift.
Grachelle
Grachelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 26, 2025
Great experience!
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 25, 2025
Clean and convenient location. Room service very limited and only if asked. Great location!