Sonesta Essential

Sonesta Essential Opens in Augusta

NEWTON, MA (August 05, 2024) – Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the grand opening of Sonesta Essential Augusta located at 3039B Washington Road in Augusta, Georgia. The recently renovated 57-room hotel is joining the growing portfolio of Sonesta Essential, a brand that prioritizes guest comfort above all else.

“We are excited to expand our portfolio with the addition of the Sonesta Essential Augusta,” said Keith Pierce, Sonesta’s EVP and President Franchise & Development. “This new addition, which had a soft launch earlier this year, provides a new upper-midscale hotel option for visitors to the area and builds on the momentum following the successful launch of the Sonesta Essential brand just over a year ago.”

Sonesta Essential Augusta is convenient for golf enthusiasts visiting the city that serves as the home of the Masters Tournament. Beyond golf, Augusta offers a diverse range of activities for all travelers.  Nature lovers can explore the Savannah River’s Augusta Riverwalk and Phinizy Swamp Nature Park. History buffs can visit the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History, Augusta Museum of History, Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art and President Woodrow Wilson’s childhood home. Travelers looking for arts and culture can take in a show at the century-old Imperial Theatre.

Sonesta Essential provides guests with only the essentials for their stays.  Sonesta Essential features elevated bedding as part of the brand’s unique sleep program, high-speed complimentary WiFi, complimentary hot breakfast, premium all-day coffee and a fitness center.

Guests of Sonesta Essential Augusta can earn or redeem points as members of the award-winning Sonesta Travel Pass guest loyalty program.

ABOUT SONESTA

About Sonesta International Hotels

Sonesta is the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. according to Smith Travel Research (STR) with approximately 1,100 properties totaling 100,000 guest rooms across 13 brands in eight countries. Sonesta owns, manages and/or franchises under The Royal Sonesta; The James, Classico Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & Cruises; MOD Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Select; Sonesta Essential, Sonesta ES Suites, Sonesta Simply Suites, Red Lion Hotels, Inns & Suites by Sonesta; Signature Inn by Sonesta; Americas Best Value Inn by Sonesta and Canadas Best Value Inn by Sonesta. Redefining hospitality through its award-winning Sonesta Travel Pass loyalty program, Sonesta offers guests the opportunity to earn and redeem points for unparalleled value and personalized experiences. Sonesta Travel Pass members receive the best rates, earn immediate points towards free nights, and accelerated status progression based on stays. For more information about Sonesta, visit Sonesta.com to make a reservation or franchise.sonesta.com to explore joining our portfolio.

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