About us
At the gateway to the Uptown business district – home of the famed Galleria and a hub for premier shopping, dining and entertainment – the landmark, 485-room The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria is an ideal place to meet, play, work and unwind in the Bayou City. Planners and attendees love the convenience of the hotel’s premier location, plus its full range of amenities and services focused on productivity and success. The AAA Four Diamond rated property features more than 50,000 square feet of renovated function space – a modern fusion of style and substance considered one of the city’s premier offerings of its kind – coupled with a team of industry veterans that are keenly aware of this market’s special needs. The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria's dedicated event space is both meeting planner inspired and designed, and the scale is ideal for a medium-sized group to ‘own’ it. Not only does the hotel’s central site provide easy ingress/egress, but the building layout also regularly earns accolades given well-conceived load-in points, flow and flexibility. The Legends Ballroom is the largest room and can accommodate up to 1,200 attendees. Executive Chef Esteban Carvajal continues to raise the bar for a food and beverage product considered a standout given its quality, freshness, flavor and creative presentation. This is true not only for catering but on-site dining options, including Launch grab and go, Axis Lounge, ARA restaurant, unique TableOne for small groups and room service (limited hours). The brand’s Food Is Art culinary philosophy is enriched by a friendly and efficient staff. The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria's alliance with Royal Productions provides the latest audio/visual and technical support to enhance events, galas and meeting experiences. Representatives are on premise every day to ensure requests are met in a timely, personalized and professional manner. Sonesta associates demonstrate a Culture of Caring in every interaction with clients and guests, intending to add value to the lives of the people with whom the hotel interacts via passionate, heartfelt and attentive service. The staff executes with integrity and ethics while servicing both expressed and anticipated needs, creating memorable, above and beyond experiences before, during and after engagements. This 23-story modern hotel is conveniently positioned near key Houston destinations including Downtown, the Texas Medical Center, Houston Convention Center, the Museum and Theater Districts, Montrose/Midtown, Reliant Park and the Energy Corridor allowing opportunity to discover all the city has to offer.
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Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Outdoor pool
- Whirlpool
Transportation
- Bus
- Taxi
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Piano
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet (10 Mbps)
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
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Seasonal Availability
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Meeting rooms
Meeting space
Meeting room floor plans
Guest rooms
Location
Getting Here
Local Attractions
Uptown Park
Galleria Shopping Mall
Memorial Park
Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park
Houston's Museum District
Hermann Park
NRG Park
The Theater District
Houston Zoo
George R. Brown Convention Center
Houston Aquarium
Space Center Houston
Nearby vendors
Additional Information
Facility Restrictions
Non Smoking
Safety Information
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 48 hrs prior to arrival to avoid fee of one night and tax. Must be guaranteed with a credit card.
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The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Diversity and Inclusion
Health and Safety
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
N/A
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Corporate Responsibility team at corporate.responsibility@sonesta.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes,
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
No
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
No
What measures are in place to allow for social distancing in fitness centers (e.g. equipment configuration, staggered usage times)? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Signage and restricted use of equipment
Has the fitness room cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Yes, More frequent cleaning throughout the day. Wipes & sanitizer placed for guest use
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, Removed all decorative pillows, all fabric is washed in the hottest water with hospital grade disinfectant
Does the property limit number of guests in restaurant, bar, or dining areas due to COVID19 or other pandemics? If yes, please provide details of how restaurant, bar, or dining areas limits capacity? If no restaurant or bar, please put N/A.
Yes, Room has been configured to allow for phyicals distancing and state/local government capacity requirement
Has the public bathroom cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included?
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
www.sonesta.com
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Jennifer Rausch – VP, Head of HR, Email: JRAUSCH@sonesta.com
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