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Sonesta Essential Ames

Property class: 2
Family-friendly hotel in Ames with indoor pool and 24-hour fitness

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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.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • 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)

  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $70
$78 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.

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 - 5 min drive - 7.0 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

  • ‪Culver's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬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
LOCAL_PARKING

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
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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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