Relax in the warm glow of Sonesta Essential Minot's lobby fireplace or unwind with a rejuvenating spa tub experience. Start your day with a delicious breakfast buffet, stay connected with in-room WiFi, and enjoy an invigorating workout at the gym.
North Dakota State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 11.7 km
Minot State University - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
Getting around
Minot, ND (MOT-Minot Intl.) - 15 min drive
Minot Station - 9 min drive
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Train station drop-off (surcharge)
Train station pick-up (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
McDonald's - 9 min walk
Culver's - 8 min walk
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Mi Mexico - 9 min walk
Sonic Drive-In - 3 min drive
About this property
Sonesta Essential Minot
When visiting Minot, Sonesta Essential Minot is a great choice to consider. Guests can enjoy the fitness center or take advantage of nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
102 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the train station and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Transfers
Train station shuttle from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM*
Bus station shuttle*
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Offsite
Area shuttle within 10 miles*
Shopping center shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Area shuttle and shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25.00
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from March 3 2026 to September 30 2026 (dates subject to change):
Swimming pool
The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
Indoor pool
Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
Indoor pool
Hot tub
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sonesta Essential Minot offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sonesta Essential Minot does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sonesta Essential Minot?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Sonesta Essential Minot?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonesta Essential Minot?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 25.00. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Sonesta Essential Minot and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and hiking. Sonesta Essential Minot also has a fitness center.
What's the area around Sonesta Essential Minot like?
Sonesta Essential Minot is located a short 18-minute walk from Dakota Square Mall.
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Reviews
Sonesta Essential Minot Reviews
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.2
Staff & service
8.0
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2026
Very nice, clean and spacious room. Breakfasts were awesome!!!
The whole experience at the minot senesta was great! Weve stayed here before and this is our go to place in the future.
terry
terry, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2026
Room was clean, the staff very accommodating
Maxine
Maxine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 20, 2026
MOST THINGS WERE GOOD
Rory
Rory, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2026
Very clean !
Anne
Anne, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 14, 2026
Clean, diacious, great check in. Good location, awesome breakfast.
John
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 30, 2025
Clean hotel and courteous staff. Decent breakfast and beverage selection.
Vijay
Vijay, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 15, 2026
Entire hotel was very clean. Only downside was that the pool was closed, but we were aware of this upon booking our room.
Renae
Renae, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2026
Our entire stay was perfect. Check in was great, room was perfect, everything was nice and clean. And breakfest was top notch!!!
We come to minot every couple of months and this is one of 2 places we try to stay at.
terry
terry, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 8, 2026
Most everything just fine. Appreciated breakfast. The room seemed a little dark.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2025
clean hotel and friendly staff. Great breakfast
Marc
Marc, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2025
Great staff and clean room
Marc
Marc, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 6, 2025
The room wasn't spotless, but it was clean. The breakfast was better than any I have ever had as a free breakfast at any hotel/motel.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 10, 2025
Bed was firm which is how we liked it. We didn’t get the extra pillows that we requested in advance. Hotel was clean and comfortable. Would stay here again
Rita
Rita, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2025
Clean comfortable room. Breakfast was out early even on weekend. Have stayed here in the past and will again in the future.
Cindy
Cindy, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Mar 6, 2026
The breakfast was a joke. All they had was sausage links and eggs, there was cereal available but no milk. No yogurt, fruit, etc. I was down for breakfast by 7:30 (it opened at 7 on Saturday) so it’s not like I was scraping the bottom of the barrel. There was construction going on that was not disclosed, so no pool available. My floor wreaked of weed, but that’s not on the staff so much as the other guests. The staff was very friendly, and my room was clean
Jerilyn
Jerilyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2025
Courteous staff
Lacey
Lacey, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 13, 2025
The room was nice clean and the staff was great. The only complaint I have is that they put pork in the eggs. I don't eat pork.
Thomas
Thomas, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 2, 2025
Very clean. Polite staff. Standard hot breakfast, nothing to get excited about....
jody
jody, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 9, 2025
We couldn’t check in until 5:45. We didn’t have any coffee cups in our room. Breakfast was ok, not a lot of variety but,it was ok. The bed was very comfortable and the room was good.
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2025
Check in was quick and they have a good breakfast.
julie
julie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
Great place to stay
Staff was very friendly and helpful
Annette
Annette, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised with my stay! Great check-in, the room was clean and not needing repair in any way. Roomy bathroom, fluffy towels. The bed was comfortable, a firmer mattress, which I like. Great coffee machine with a lot of choices. Average breakfast of scrambled eggs and sausages one day and then with bacon on Saturday. Well stocked and and kept clean. I will stay here again when I'm in Minot.
Janice
Janice, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2025
Quick check in and friendly staff
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 15, 2024
Very welcoming staff that made my stay wonderful
Janelle
Janelle, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2025
Breakfast was pretty good, a little limited. A couple of juices were out. Eggs, sausage or bacon, cereal, waffle maker, some fruit milk and nice coffee maker. Rooms clean, showing a little age, but nice and quiet.