Rest, Relax & Read
Rest, Relax & Read

Rest, Relax & Read

A Better Night's Sleep Awaits

There’s nothing quite like sinking into a comfortable bed and drifting into deep, restorative sleep while traveling. Studies show that just six minutes of reading can reduce stress by up to 68%, helping clear the mind and prepare the body for rest.​Enjoy complimentary access to a curated selection of e-books, audiobooks, podcasts and meditations—all available from the comfort of your room when you stay at select Sonesta Hotels, Resorts & Cruises hotels. In partnership with Bedside Reading, the collection features timeless classics, thrillers, business insights, and children’s stories. Best of all, any digital titles you download are yours to keep—even after your stay with us.

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A Better Night's Sleep Awaits

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX

Fully renovated, award-winning hotel minutes from SoFi Stadium and local top entertainment, offering free airport shuttle and 4 on-site restaurants.

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Sonesta Denver Downtown

Sonesta Denver Downtown

Eco-friendly urban hotel located in the heart of Downtown Denver, featuring a rooftop pool and welcoming guest rooms.

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Sonesta White Plains Downtown

Sonesta White Plains Downtown

Newly renovated, business-friendly hotel with excellent location near I-287 and easy access to NYC and upstate New York.

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The Shelburne Sonesta New York

The Shelburne Sonesta New York

Boutique-style Murray Hill hotel offering unique amenities and apartment-like suites near Empire State Building, NYU Langone, and U.N. Headquarters.

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Did You Know

A few pages before lights out can completely change the way you fall asleep. Read below to see what bedtime reading does for your mind and body.

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Did You Know

  1. Reading signals your brain that it’s “wind-down time.” Your brain loves routines. Opening a book becomes a cue that it’s time to shift from “go mode” to “rest mode.”

  2. Reading fiction helps your brain “de-shift” from your own life. Following another character’s world lets your mind detach from your daily worries—perfect for drifting into sleep.

  3. People who read physical books fall asleep faster than people who scroll. Screens wake the brain up; paper calms it down.

  4. Your memory loves bedtime stories—even as an adult. The brain processes and stores information while you sleep, so reading before bed boosts retention.

  5. Bedtime reading improves creativity & lowers heart rate & muscle tension. Fiction activates your imagination, and sleep helps your brain connect ideas in unexpected ways. It acts as a mini-meditation session without feeling like one.