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Sonesta Essential Ames

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Ames with indoor pool and 24-hour fitness

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Located near Iowa State University, Red Roof Inn Ames offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast, a 24-hour gym to stay active and in-room WiFi for staying connected. Guests have appreciated the helpful staff during their stay.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • TV in a common area

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $65
$72 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6

Room options

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Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Memory foam beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
1400 S Dayton Place, Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • Ames Dog Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Main Street Cultural District - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Iowa State University - 6 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 6 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Reiman Gardens - 6 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential Ames

  • At Sonesta Essential Ames, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Iowa State University. You can get a workout in at the 24-hour fitness center or take a dip in the indoor pool. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 75 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • 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 3 children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness center

Working away

  • 24-hour business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1996
  • Television in common areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An indoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 39
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Video-game console
  • 50-inch LED TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.00 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool 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.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Daily housekeeping is included for stays of 6 nights or less. Limited housekeeping is provided for stays of 7 nights or more.

Pets must be declared at check-in. Guests bringing 1 pet will not be charged pet fees. The listed pet fee in the Fees section applies only if guests bring 2 or more pets. Pets must be leashed in public areas of the property. Guests are expected to clean up after their pet.

Also known as

Hampton Inn Ames Hotel

Red Roof Inn Ames Hotel

Hampton Inn Hotel Ames

Hampton Inn Ames Iowa

Ames Hampton Inn

Red Roof Inn Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames Hotel

Sonesta Essential Ames Hotel Ames

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Sonesta Essential Ames?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Sonesta Essential Ames?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 80 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 15 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 Ames?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonesta Essential Ames?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Sonesta Essential Ames and nearby?

Sonesta Essential Ames has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Reviews

Sonesta Essential Ames Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was clean and the staff was accommodating
Joshua, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was very clean. Staff was kind. Breakfast was what we needed.
Tamela, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff courteous and it was clean, basic, no frills, good for 1 night
Sapna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean. Check in was quick and easy and staff were very kind.
Jodi, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Was very helpful when the heat wasn't working moved me to a room with great heat!
Toni, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was extremely clean. I would stay here again. Breakfast was sufficient.
Diana, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our room was clean, bed was fairly comfortable, and the breakfast was above average for a budget friendly hotel. The hotel staff was friendly as well. Overall, we were pleased with our stay and would stay again if needed. The motel fit our needs and our budget.
James, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, overall great place to stay
Pamela, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and fresh aroma throughout Caretakers were visible in various areas which was a good feeling. Very friendly smiles and pleasant atmosphere. Have family n the area so will definitely stay again. Reasonably prices
Kathryn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean cheap
Franz, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

It was overall a nice place to stay. Had an odd smell in hallways but was very clean. Not much protein choices for breakfast.
Suzanne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff were very pleasant and the rooms were clean and comfortable.
Leslie, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Booking and check-in were hassle free. Anything I needed staff was immediately ready to assist. Quiet and close to good food and gas stations only about 5 minutes away from anything else you might need. Close to the highway. And great rates. Clean rooms and pet friendly.
Kimberly, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was fine; clean, spacious. Not fancy but good value.
Mary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Wish the gym was better, everything else was good overall.
Liz, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very friendly staff to work with.
Clyde, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was wonderful very friendly
Delia, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were clean and neat. I like the "no carpet" rooms. They feel cleaner. The water was hot and i liked having a refrigerator in my room. The breakfast was good and the people were friendly
Diane, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

This property is fine for a place to crash over night for a "guys trip" or similar, but would not use for a trip with my family, just due to general cleanliness and location. Bathrooms showed signs of light mold on caulking and around the tub, but "touch" surfaces were clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful (1st room had issue with AC unit and they quickly got me moved to another room).
Bruce, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean and quiet. Breakfast was good. Staff were very friendly. My only complaint was the air freshener used in the lobby and room was extremely strong. It was overwhelming at times.
Ann, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The inside of the hotel was nice and updated as was the room. The only issue we had was when we flushed the toilet in room 109 it made a loud squeaking noise for a while. Otherwise everything was good. Breakfast was also very good.
Valerie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The hotel is not bad considering the cost. Really, only issue is that the hotel is in need of upgrades. Friendly staff.
Nathaniel, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff
Jodi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Exxcellent service nice clean room. Recomend greatly
Chris, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lobby was warm....room was nice and quiet
Tammy, 1-night trip