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4.0/5
Based on 3799 guest reviews
- We have an outdoor pool
- The Avg. Group Discount is 8.7%!
- Gym / Fitness Center Available
- 485 sleeping rooms in hotel
- 23 floors in hotel
- 13 suites in hotel
- Check in: 4:00PM
- Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10
- 27 meeting rooms in property
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Local Attractions
Houston Galleria - 0.25 miles Williams Water Wall - 0.5 miles Uptown Park Shopping - 1.5 Miles Memorial Park - 2 Miles Bayou Bend Collection - 3 Miles Museum District - 6.5 Miles Reliant Stadium - 7 Miles Toyota Center - 8 Miles George R. Brown Convention Center - 8 Miles Downtown Houston - 8 Miles
Map / Landmarks Near Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Verified Reviews of The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Beautiful"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Nice view, great staff and beautiful hotel.
Laura L. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
06-May-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat May 04 to Sun May 05 2024 at a $153.99 average nightly rate. 
Property Description
Located in the prestigious Uptown/Galleria area of Houston, the finest shopping, dining and nightlife in Texas surround the Royal Sonesta Hotel Houston. Conveniently located one block away from the largest Mall in Texas, the Galleria, and between 2 major airports, the Royal Sonesta Hotel Houston boasts 485 rooms and 50,000 total sq. ft. of meeting space, making it the ideal place for all sized meetings and events. Complimentary shuttle is offered within a 3-mile radius, based on availability. Special hotel features: 485 guestrooms with full sized work desks, marble baths.50,000 square feet of flexible meeting space.Business Center, Concierge, and fully appointed fitness center.Room service (limited hours)ARA - Casual dining, featuring breakfast and lunch.AXIS Lounge - bar hours 5PM-12AM Launch - grab and go coffee shop
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4:00PM |
| Check Out: | 11:00 AM |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2014 |
| Floors: | 23 |
| Rooms: | 485 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 485 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 13 |
| Suites: | 13 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 27 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 50000 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 1080 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 2.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Pool Info: Outdoor pool, located on the 5th floor near the 24 hour fitness center. Hours of operation are from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM | |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Group - 72 hours for individual reservationsNeed to check contract for group cancellations | |
| Nightly Parking: | $30. |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 50%-100% |
| Total Taxes: | 17.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $21.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 42.00 Per Night (Valet Parking) |
| Occupancy Tax: | 32.00 Per Night (Self Parking) |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Baggage storage facilities
- Breakfast in room
- Central location
- Charge for early check out
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Credit card accepted: JCB
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Garage
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Movies in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Office in room available
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Restaurant
- Safe in rooms
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- Travellers cheques accepted
- TV room
- Valet Parking
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
AIRPORTHouston Hobby 14 miles 25 minute driveBush Intercontinental 24 miles 35 minute driveTRANSPORTATIONThe hotel is located 26 miles from InterContinental Airport and 14 miles from William P. Hobby Airport. We are pleased to advise you of two means of transportation from these airports.•GROUND TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM: Door to door bus/van service is available seven days a week from both airports. Provided by Express Shuttle USA, the current one-way ground transportation cost from Hobby Airport is $15.00 and $20.00 from Bush InterContinental Airport (IAH). •TAXI Service is available with a one-way fare costing approximately $40.00 from Bush InterContinental Airport and $26.00 from Hobby Airport.•included in resort fee HOTEL SHUTTLE within a (3) three-mile radius of the hotel. .
Local Shuttle Info: included in resort feeDoor to door bus/van service is available seven days a week from both airports. Provided by Super Shuttle, The current round trip ground transportation cost from Hobby Airport is $36.00 and $46.00 from Bush InterContinental Airport (IAH). •TAXI – Service is available with a one-way fare costing approximately $55.00 from Bush InterContinental Airport and $30.00 from Hobby Airport.
Breakfast Information
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 23 per personMonday - Saturday 6:30 AM - 10:30 AM, and Sunday 7:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.Dogs welcomeLimited to 2 dogs per guest room$150 non-refundable fee per stay (per pet)
Parking Info
Valet Parking (USD 42.00 per night, with in/out privileges)Self parking fee: USD 32.00 per night (in/out privileges)
Internet / WiFI
WiFi included in daily destination fee
About Sonesta
- For long stays, check out the Sonesta ES studio suites
- More than 55 properties in brand
- For groups they can typically comp 1 room per 40
The Sonesta highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: The Breakfast Klub - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this popular spot known for its soul food, located 2.3 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Ninfa's on Navigation - Indulge in authentic Tex-Mex cuisine for lunch at this iconic Houston restaurant, located 5.7 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Pappas Bros. Steakhouse - Enjoy a delicious steak dinner at this renowned steakhouse located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Museum of Fine Arts, Houston - Explore a vast collection of art from around the world at this prestigious museum, located 4.2 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Common Bond Cafe & Bakery - Enjoy freshly baked pastries and artisanal coffee for breakfast at this charming cafe, located 1.9 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: The Original Ninfa's - Savor mouthwatering fajitas and other Mexican dishes for lunch at this legendary Houston institution, located 6.1 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Uchi - Experience innovative Japanese cuisine at this upscale sushi restaurant, located 3.8 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Space Center Houston - Embark on a space exploration journey at this interactive space museum, located 25.3 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: The Dunlavy - Enjoy a picturesque breakfast by the Buffalo Bayou at this scenic cafe, located 2.8 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Killen's Barbecue - Indulge in mouthwatering Texas-style barbecue for lunch at this renowned barbecue joint, located 18.9 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Underbelly - Delight in a unique dining experience that showcases Houston's diverse culinary scene, located 3.4 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Houston Museum of Natural Science - Discover fascinating exhibits on natural history and science at this popular museum, located 4.8 miles from the hotel.
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Previously known as:
Intercontinental Houston, Intercontinental Houston Hotel, Intercontinental Houston Near The Galleria, Royal Sonesta Hotel Houston, Intercontinental, Intercontinetnal Hotel Houston
Group vs. Individual Rates at Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
This graph illustrates trends of sleeping room prices for both group/meeting prices and the most competitive individual traveler prices our system could find at the time the group bid was submitted. The most competitive group discount displayed is 20.1% in the month of August 2025 and the highest average individual rate is $214 in the month of March 2023. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria in a month when rates are lower.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria.
Feel free to use the Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Houston event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Legends Ballroom | 97 x 120 x 18 | 11208 | 1080/990 | -- | 876 | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | 1215 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 11208 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 97 x 120 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Legends I | 33 x 35 x 18 | 1107 | 96/80 | -- | -- | 56 | 43 | 36 | --/-- | 118 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends IRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1107 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 33 x 35 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Legends II | 31 x 34 x 18 | 1043 | 96/80 | -- | 78 | 56 | 43 | 36 | --/-- | 118 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends IIRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1043 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 31 x 34 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Legends I &II | 64 x 35 x 18 | 2150 | 192/160 | -- | 156 | 102 | 77 | -- | 18/14 | 252 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends I &IIRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 2150 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 64 x 35 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Legends III | 33 x 35 x 18 | 1081 | 96/80 | -- | 78 | 56 | 43 | 36 | --/-- | 118 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends IIIRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1081 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 33 x 35 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Legends I, II & III | 97 x 35 x 18 | 3231 | 288/270 | -- | 234 | 136 | 116 | -- | 27/21 | 432 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends I, II & IIIRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 3231 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 97 x 35 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Legends IV | 97 x 50 x 18 | 4723 | 384/360 | -- | 360 | 140 | 117 | -- | 27/21 | 576 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends IVRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 4723 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 97 x 50 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Legends I, II, III, & IV | 97 x 85 x 18 | 7954 | 756/680 | -- | 609 | -- | 141 | -- | --/-- | 984 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends I, II, III, & IVRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 7954 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 97 x 85 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Legends IV, V, VI & VII | 97 x 85 x 18 | 7977 | 756/680 | -- | -- | -- | 141 | -- | --/-- | 609 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends IV, V, VI & VIIRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 7977 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 97 x 85 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Legends V | 33 x 35 x 18 | 1114 | 96/80 | -- | 78 | 56 | 43 | 36 | --/-- | 118 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends VRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1114 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 33 x 35 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Legends VI | 31 x 34 x 18 | 1050 | 96/80 | -- | 78 | 56 | 43 | 36 | --/-- | 118 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends VIRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1050 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 31 x 34 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Legends V & VI | 64 x 35 x 18 | 2165 | 192/160 | -- | 156 | 56 | 43 | 36 | --/-- | 252 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends V & VIRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 2165 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 64 x 35 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Legends VII | 33 x 35 x 18 | 1089 | 96/80 | -- | 78 | 56 | 43 | 36 | --/-- | 118 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends VIIRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1089 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 33 x 35 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Legends V, VI & VII | 97 x 35 x 18 | 3254 | 288/270 | -- | 234 | 136 | 116 | -- | --/-- | 432 | -- | -- |
Close This Legends V, VI & VIIRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 3254 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 97 x 35 x 18 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Discovery Center | 81 x 103 x 22 | 7992 | 600/630 | -- | 555 | -- | -- | -- | 48/40 | 777 | -- | -- |
Close This Discovery CenterRoom Type: Exhibit Hall Total Size: 7992 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 81 x 103 x 22 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Discovery A | 81 x 54 x 22 | 4189 | --/320 | -- | 280 | 131 | 107 | -- | 24/20 | 408 | -- | -- |
Close This Discovery ARoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 4189 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 81 x 54 x 22 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Discovery B | 81 x 49 x 22 | 3804 | 300/310 | -- | 273 | 127 | 103 | -- | 24/20 | 408 | -- | -- |
Close This Discovery BRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 3804 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 81 x 49 x 22 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Founders Ballroom | 54 x 90 x 10 | 4767 | 384/430 | -- | 388 | 146 | 111 | -- | 24/18 | 536 | -- | -- |
Close This Founders BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 4767 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 54 x 90 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Founders I, II, III, OR IV (each) | 54 x 23 x 10 | 1172 | 96/100 | -- | 87 | 64 | 55 | 50 | 5/5 | 120 | -- | -- |
Close This Founders I, II, III, OR IV (each)Room Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1172 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 54 x 23 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Chairmans Boardroom | 23 x 40 x 10 | 769 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 12 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Chairmans BoardroomRoom Type: Boardroom Total Size: 769 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 23 x 40 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Speakers Room | 19 x 34 x 10 | 736 | 48/40 | -- | 56 | 34 | 27 | 36 | 3/3 | 56 | -- | -- |
Close This Speakers RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 736 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 34 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Amenities Available
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| Champion VI and VII | 34 x 48 x 12 | 0 | --/-- | -- | 55 | -- | 40 | 35 | --/-- | 150 | -- | -- |
Close This Champion VI and VIIRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 0 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 34 x 48 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Champion I and II | 35 x 48 x 12 | 0 | --/-- | -- | 55 | -- | 40 | -- | --/-- | 150 | -- | -- |
Close This Champion I and IIRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 0 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 35 x 48 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Champions III | 39 x 46 x 12 | 0 | --/-- | -- | 90 | -- | 45 | 35 | --/-- | 180 | -- | -- |
Close This Champions IIIRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 0 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 39 x 46 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Champion V | 39 x 46 x 12 | 0 | --/-- | -- | 90 | -- | 45 | 35 | --/-- | 180 | -- | -- |
Close This Champion VRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 0 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 39 x 46 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Champion IV | 32 x 22 x 12 | 0 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 12 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Champion IVRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 0 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 32 x 22 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
| Speakers | 19 x 34 x 10 | 0 | --/-- | -- | 30 | -- | 25 | 25 | --/-- | 50 | -- | -- |
Close This SpeakersRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 0 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 34 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available | ||||||||||||
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FAQs about The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4:00PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria have?
There are 485 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?
Yes, they have 27 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 23 per personMonday - Saturday 6:30 AM - 10:30 AM, and Sunday 7:00 AM - 11:30 AM
What parking is available at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?
Valet Parking (USD 42.00 per night, with in/out privileges)Self parking fee: USD 32.00 per night (in/out privileges)
How much does internet cost?
WiFi included in daily destination fee
Can I get a AAA rate at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor pool, located on the 5th floor near the 24 hour fitness center. Hours of operation are from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Can I get a group rate at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria?
Yes, you can get room block and/or discount for a group if you need 10+ rooms per night. The average groups saves around 8.7%.
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