Near Discoveries From the Past
With a stay at Sonesta Essential Gonzales in Gonzales, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Guadalupe River and Main Street. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Discoveries From the Past and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Confederate Square.
Make yourself at home in one of the 53 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
English, Spanish
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Free self parking
Free RV, bus, truck parking
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Most popular facilities
Bar
Laundry
Breakfast available
Gym
24/7 front desk
Free wifi
Parking
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Spa
Room, 1 Queen Bed
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 1 Queen BedMore detailsRoom, 2 Queen Beds
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 2 Queen BedsMore detailsStudio, 1 Queen Bed
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Queen BedMore detailsStudio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Queen BedMore detailsRoom, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 2 Queen BedsMore detailsWonderful · 430 reviews
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Location
8.8/10
Recommendation
87.3%
Closest airports
The nearest major airport is San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
120.9 km / 75.2 mi
What's nearby
Guadalupe River
1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Discoveries From the Past
2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Main Street
2.6 km / 1.6 mi
San Marcos River
2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Confederate Square
2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Old Jail Museum
2.7 km / 1.7 mi
First Baptist Church
2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Texas Heroes Square
2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Gonzales Memorial Museum
3.4 km / 2.1 mi
JB Wells Park
6 km / 3.7 mi
Longer Park
26.9 km / 16.7 mi
Central Texas Oil Patch Museum
26.9 km / 16.7 mi
Seton Heart Institute - Ascension Seton Edgar B. Davis
28.1 km / 17.4 mi
Zedler Mill
29 km / 18 mi
Welhausen Park
30.7 km / 19.1 mi
Most Popular Amenities
Bar
Laundry
Breakfast available
Gym
24/7 front desk
Free wifi
Parking
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Spa
Top family-friendly amenities
Parking and transportation
Wheelchair accessible parking
Free self parking
Free RV, bus, truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Food and drink
Barbecue grill(s)
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Activities nearby
Free self parking
Free RV, bus, truck parking
Things to do
Free use of nearby fitness center
24-hour fitness facilities
Television
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour front desk
In-room safe
Guest services
Laundry facilities
Tours/ticket assistance
Daily housekeeping
Business services
Business center
Outdoors
Terrace
Full-service spa
Laptop-friendly workspace
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Common areas
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type.Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
General Instructions
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cards accepted at this property
Optional extras
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
We should mention
92% of our clients have rated us with 5 stars





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