Augusta, Richmond County

SONESTA ESSENTIAL

3039 WASHINGTON DIA BLDG B AUGUSTA, GA 30907

Tourist

Latest score

Jul 7, 2025

City

Augusta

County

Richmond

Inspections

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Jul 7, 2025

Routine

Score: 962 violations

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17 - proper ventilation; no sign of mold, mildew, odors or moisture

Regulation: 511-6-2-.08(5) - toilet and bathing ventilation

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Bathroom vents must function in all rooms (304, 222, 113 were not functioning) (mold observed in 113)

24 - openings to outside and physical facilities protected by tight-fitting doors, screening, or other means

Regulation: 511-6-2-.13(3) - insect and rodent control-openings

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Windows that open must be provided with window screens to prevent pest entry

Feb 14, 2025

Routine

Score: 971 violation

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34 - grounds, walkways, porches and hallways maintained; drives provide unobstructed width and proper spacing; graded to drain; trailer spaces marked clearly, areas clean and maintained in good repair

Regulation: 511-6-2-.18(3) - areas in good repair/appropriate storage

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Replace dumpster (current does not have top doors). Keep dumpster area free of debris

Jul 25, 2024

Routine

Score: 923 violations

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13 - water glasses and multi-use utensils; washed, rinsed, and sanitized in an approved manner: 3 compartment sink, commercial dishwasher, approved guestroom kitchenette dishwasher or single service items provided

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(5)(a) - warewashing equipment

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Ice buckets must be clean and in good condition. Wash with hot, soapy water, rinse with clear water and air dry (in two compartment sink), then air dry. If single use bag not provided, sanitize with approved sanitizer, then air dry (after wash, rinse)

17 - proper ventilation; no sign of mold, mildew, odors or moisture

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Vents in bathrooms must function

24 - openings to outside and physical facilities protected by tight-fitting doors, screening, or other means

Regulation: 511-6-2-.13(3) - insect and rodent control-openings

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Openings to exterior must be vermin proof. Windows that open must be provided with window screens. (Observed several open windows without screens, several that opened without screens)

Jan 23, 2024

Routine

Score: 825 violations

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3 - hot/cold running water under pressure in all required locations of tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(2) - hot water supply

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Water from faucets in rooms must not exceed 120 F. Adjust water supply to provide water not exceeding 120F from room faucets

8 - annual gas fired equipment inspection on file; gas units equipped with automatic safety and/or 100% cut-off pilot

Regulation: 511-6-2-.15(5) - heating and fire safety-inspection

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Provide copy of gas fired inspection form (DPH form @ dph.ga.gov) for 1 dryer and 2 water heaters. (Must be inspected if able to be used or removed from facility)

27 - all furniture, waste receptacles, draperies, carpets; clean, and in good repair, considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(5) - condition of furnishings

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Keep clean: a/c filters, under sofa cushions. Rm 110 sofa cushion cut. Rm 112; cable box out of wall

17 - proper ventilation; no sign of mold, mildew, odors or moisture

Regulation: 511-6-2-.08(5) - toilet and bathing ventilation

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Vents in bathrooms must function

24 - openings to outside and physical facilities protected by tight-fitting doors, screening, or other means

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Openings to exterior must be vermin proof. Windows that open must be provided with window screens. (Observed several open windows without screens, several that opened without screens)

Aug 8, 2023

Routine

Score: 826 violations

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8 - annual gas fired equipment inspection on file; gas units equipped with automatic safety and/or 100% cut-off pilot

Regulation: 511-6-2-.15(5) - heating and fire safety-inspection

5 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Provide copy of gas fired inspection form (DPH form @ dph.ga.gov) for 1 dryer and 2 water heaters. (Must be inspected if able to be used or removed from facility)

13 - water glasses and multi-use utensils; washed, rinsed, and sanitized in an approved manner: 3 compartment sink, commercial dishwasher, approved guestroom kitchenette dishwasher or single service items provided

Regulation: 511-6-2-.07(5) - sanitizing-glasses and utensils

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Ice buckets must be free from residues. Buckets must be washed and rinsed in two compartment sink and air dried if provided with single use bag. If no bag, buckets must be sanitized in 50-100 ppm bleach or equivalent

27 - all furniture, waste receptacles, draperies, carpets; clean, and in good repair, considered the property of and furnished by the tourist accommodation

Regulation: 511-6-2-.14(5) - condition of furnishings

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Clean floor under beds, deep clean carpets (especially between nightstand and bed)

17 - proper ventilation; no sign of mold, mildew, odors or moisture

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Vents in bathrooms must function

24 - openings to outside and physical facilities protected by tight-fitting doors, screening, or other means

Regulation: 511-6-2-.13(3) - insect and rodent control-openings

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Openings to exterior must be vermin proof. Windows that open must be provided with window screens. (Observed several open windows without screens, several that opened without screens)

32 - separate, structurally sound, clean, and in good repair: dryers vented and adequate lighting

Regulation: 511-6-2-.17(1) - laundry facilities

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Repair leak behind washer in laundry room, repair damaged wall behind washer