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Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport

3.5 star property

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Welcome to our modern reception area, featuring a sleek reception desk and unique pendant lights.
Enjoy a drink at the bar with ample seating and a wide selection of spirits.
Relax by the pool surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs and tables.
Welcome to Sonesta Essential, featuring a striking entrance with a curved metal roof and stone pillars, surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens.
Two large beds with white linens and dark brown headboards, a desk with a lamp and chair, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

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6109 Cambridge Way, Plainfield, IN, 46168
  • Capitol Sports Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • The Shops at Perry Crossing
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Splash Island
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Indianapolis, IN (IND-Indianapolis Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds (2 Kings) | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Suite, Multiple Beds (2 Kings)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport

Art Deco hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre
This hotel features an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a 24-hour business centre. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, conference space and laundry facilities are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport offers 67 accommodations with iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness centre.

Children aged under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision. Guests aged under 14 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Chateau Thomas Winery. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Extended parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • 7 minutes on foot from Chateau Thomas Winery and a 3-minute drive from Hummel Park
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Plainfield hotel.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (USD 25 per week)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered extended parking fee: USD 25 per week
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Atrea
Best Western Atrea
Best Western Plus Atrea
Best Western Plus Atrea Airport
Best Western Plus Atrea Airport Inn
Best Western Plus Atrea Inn
Best Western Atrea Airport Hotel Plainfield
Best Western Atrea Airport Inn And Suites
Best Western Plus Atrea Airport Inn Plainfield
Best Western Plus Atrea Airport Plainfield
Best Western Plus Atrea Airport Inn Suites
Sonesta Essential Indianapolis
Best Western Plus Atrea Airport Inn Suites
Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport Hotel
Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport Plainfield
Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport Hotel Plainfield

Sonesta Essential Indianapolis Airport Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 542 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1010 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bugs, bugs and bugs
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason, Newark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manda

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Very clean! Pool was nice with a little water fall. Elevator is a little sketchy but worked fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert, Shakopee

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is 20 minutes from downtown Indy and for the price, you cannot beat it! It’s worth the drive or $20 Uber to stay in Plainfield instead of downtown. Clean hotel with limited amenities, as we expected. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donte

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie Dierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Shaleel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Elgin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value.

Comfortable. Above average breakfast. Nice work out room and pool. Carpets in common area showing some wear.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tenesha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a good experience with the Sonesta Essential. It is a small hotel but the hotel was very clean and modern. You can tell that the staff put in a lot of effort and care maintaining the hotel. The staff were friendly, attentive and very responsive. They made us feel confortable. The check-in and check-out was seamless. The pool and sauna was very nice. Allana (sorry she told me the correct spelling but I forgot) but she went out of her way to assist us and she stayed on top of things. The breakfast was good too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marquis

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

William

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

william

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sucks

Absolutely terrible. Paid for 2 nights but after the first night front desk called the room and told wife she was late checking out. Wife siad we paid for 2 nights desk said we didnt. But my bank account says we did. They made her check out and refuse to refund 2nd night. Also had to take cold showers bscause no hot wa
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ebony

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and not far from amenities, but no usb charging ports anywhere so you have to bring your phone charger.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Roshaunda

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I booked my stay through Expedia and used the Afterpay option to pay for it. My card was charged by the hotel for the stay on top of my agreement with Afterpay. I called the hotel and was given an email address of a Brittany Schwitzke to resolve the issue and have the charge refunded. I emailed her daily for three days, and as of today I haven’t even received a “I am looking into this” email. So basically I am expected to pay $90 to Afterpay and an additional $76 to the hotel for a stay I believed would cost under $100. I was trying to avoid disputing this charge with my bank, but due to zero response or accountability from this hotel, I’m left with no other choice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price for a nice room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantilly

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guenet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would never book this hotel agin. The WiFi is so bad, you can’t stream your tv shows. Definitely can’t video chat on your laptop. There is no hot water ever for showers. It’s always two minute long cold showers. I stayed 3 nights and they couldn’t figure out how to make my key card work for more than one day. I had to go back to the desk everyday so they could reprogram my key card. On my last night at 3am I could hear a drunk guy being loud in the hallway. I could hear him trying to tap his key card on my door, after several tries he opened my door. My deadbolt was latched but he was banging through the door with his shoulder and was able to open my door. I was pretty scared. I jumped out of bed and stood in front of him and he said to me,”How did my card open your door.” He realized he was in the wrong room so he walked away. That should not have happened. You shouldn’t be able to open someone else’s door.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025