Sonesta Essential Ames | Hotel in Ames

7.6 (1003 Reviews) | Pet Friendly 1 Bathroom

Hotel in Ames

This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour business center. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a business center, and laundry facilities are onsite.
Sonesta Essential Ames offers 75 accommodations with video-game consoles and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. 50-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Ames hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

1400 S Dayton Place, Ames, 50010, USA

Amenities

Air Conditioner

Parking

Pet Friendly

Pool

Wheelchair Accessible

Accessibility

Security/Safety

Business Services

Sports/Activities

Bedding/Linens

Wellness Facilities

Fireplace/Heating

Toiletries

Guest Services

Entertainment

Breakfast

Child Friendly

Internet

Kitchen

Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms

Shampoo

Towels

Soap

Shower/tub combination

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Free toiletries

Toilet paper

Bedroom

Heating

Blackout drapes/curtains

Bed sheets

Memory foam mattress

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Desk chair

Phone

Laptop-friendly workspace

Desk

Free long-distance calls

Iron/ironing board

Connecting rooms available

Free local calls

Breakfast

Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM–10:00 AM

Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Coffee/tea maker

Microwave

Mini-fridge

Parking

RV/bus/truck parking on site

Free self parking on site

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Well-lit path to entrance

Accessible bathtub

Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36

Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Stair-free path to entrance

In-room accessibility

Elevator

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Braille signage

Elevator door width (inches): 39

Activities

Fitness center access

Indoor pool

24-hour fitness center

Entertainment

50-inch LED TV

Video-game console

Cable channels

General

24-hour business center

Elevator

Vending machine

French

Spanish

English

Books

Mosquito nets

Smoke-free property

TV in lobby

Guest Services

Laundry facilities

Indoor pool

Microwave

Mini-fridge

Laundry facilities

24-hour front desk

Daily housekeeping

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Policies

Check-in

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

A late check-out fee will be charged check-out before 11 am contactless check-out available

Child Policy

Children are welcome. kids stay free! up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding. rollaway/extra beds are available for usd 10.00 per day. cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment Policy

Pet fee: usd 15 per pet, per night (maximum usd 105 per stay) service animals are exempt from fees a late check-out fee will be charged 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.

Pet Policy

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

Daily housekeeping is included for stays of 6 nights or less. limited housekeeping is provided for stays of 7 nights or more. 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 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. please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Reviews

Jean

May 11, 2026 10:11:41 PM

Review Score: 8

Summary: Room was clean and the staff very welcoming and nice.

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Room, 2 Queen Beds Room Size: m² 2 Queen Beds	General Private bathroom, Wardrobe or closet, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Room Size: m² 1 King Bed	General Private bathroom, Wardrobe or closet, Height-adjusted amenities, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower Room Size: m² 1 King Bed	General Private bathroom, Wardrobe or closet, Height-adjusted amenities, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub Room Size: m² 1 King Bed	General Private bathroom, Wardrobe or closet, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 1 King Bed Room Size: m² 1 King Bed	General Private bathroom, Wardrobe or closet, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed Room Size: m² 2 King Bed and Twin Sofa Bed	General Private bathroom, No rollaway/extra beds, Wardrobe or closet, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2

FAQ's

Is this Sonesta Essential Ames pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Sonesta Essential Ames have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Sonesta Essential Ames has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Sonesta Essential Ames?

Best-rates for the Sonesta Essential Ames starts from $82 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Parking, Pet Friendly, Pool, Wheelchair Accessible, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Toiletries, Guest Services, Entertainment, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveller with their perfect accommodation, whether you are travelling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Sonesta Essential Ames a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 2 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Sonesta Essential Ames wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Sonesta Essential Ames is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Sonesta Essential Ames?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Sonesta Essential Ames indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Sonesta Essential Ames?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Sonesta Essential Ames are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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Nightly rates from:

£61