Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport, Baton Rouge

Sonesta Essential - Baton Rouge Airport - A business-friendly hotel with free airport shuttle and seasonal outdoor pool

Located in the heart of Scotlandville, this two-star Baton Rouge hotel features 77 air-conditioned rooms equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, and cable TV. Sonesta Essential provides complimentary WiFi throughout the property, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a business center with 360 square feet of conference space. Each room includes a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, and a sitting area with tea/coffee facilities. The property maintains a 24-hour front desk and offers free airport transfers. A continental breakfast starts each day, while coffee and tea are available in the common area. The hotel sits 3 miles from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, 1 mile from Anna T. Jordan Community Park, and 3.3 miles from BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo. Guests can reach the Mississippi River with a 1-minute drive and Southern University within 6 minutes.

Pros

Free shuttle service to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport

Discounted access to nearby fitness facility

Continental breakfast included in room rate

Large-vehicle parking available at no cost

Cons

6.5 miles distance from Louisiana State Capitol and main downtown attractions

Seasonal outdoor pool not available year-round