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Sonesta Essential Ames

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The price is ₩93,397
₩104,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1400 S Dayton Place, Ames, IA, 50010

What's nearby

  • Reiman Gardens - 6 min drive
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 6 min drive
  • Iowa State University - 6 min drive
  • Stephens Auditorium - 7 min drive
  • Hilton Coliseum - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hickory Park - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential Ames

Family-friendly hotel near Iowa State University
Consider a stay at Sonesta Essential Ames and take advantage of free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour gym. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, laundry services, and an elevator
  • A TV in the lobby, coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 78 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 37-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and video-game consoles

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1996
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Video game console

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
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.

We should mention

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

Property is 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 Sonesta Essential Ames pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential Ames?

As of Jan 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Ames on Jan 23, 2025 start from ₩93,397, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sonesta Essential Ames?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonesta Essential Ames?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sonesta Essential Ames?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Sonesta Essential Ames located?

This family-friendly Ames hotel is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Ames Dog Park, Main Street Cultural District and Octagon Center for the Arts. Furman Aquatic Center and Iowa State University are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Sonesta Essential Ames Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

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Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1000 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Exccellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exxcellent service nice clean room. Recomend greatly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

William

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Daneen

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
Bedding was dirty, spots on sheets and blankets. Tv didn't work. Faucet was hard to turn on and off.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Wesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, had a funny mix up with someone that had a very similar name but the issue was fixed promptly. Rooms were clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe and quiet. Easy checkin.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Ryan

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is dated and overdue for an overhaul. Delayed in checking in and room had hair in various places in the bathroom and dead bugs by the window. TV did not work. I will not be returning to this establishment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
floor was heaving up and smelled like dog pee, needs fixing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard A.

Traveled with family
The third room was acceptable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Amenities
It was ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reece

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Raegen

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was disgusting! Checked in late at night very odd people in the lobby. Bloodstain on the curtains, dirty floor, dirty bathtub, hair all over. It was the most disgusting hotel I’ve ever been in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

MELVA

Traveled with family
Disappointed
The overall hotel needs updating Rooms were not a clean as they should. Dust around ac units, bathroom vent hanging dismounted from the ceiling. Rust in the corner of the tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kallie

Traveled with family
A little outdated, but bed was comfortable and room was cleaned daily. A/C was held on by duck tape and TV remote didnt work, but we were basically only there to sleep, so it was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Hannah

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bugs in my room. like so many bugs
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very good and I will likely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

E K

Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort
Good Value
You don't get a lot of amenities with a sub-$100 room these days. I don't expect much more than a clean comfortable bed, choice of pillows, clean bathroom, hot coffee and an air-conditioned that will go down to 64 degrees. I got all that and the staff was very pleasant. This was my second or third stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Joe

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
1. Damage to property on outside of building 2.stained towels 3.stained bedspread 4. Bathroom door creaky. Never fixed it when i asked them 5.painting needs to addressed in room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Mandy J, Fort Madison

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Uncomfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024