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Sonesta Essential Ames | Hotel in Ames

7.6 (1001 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  1 Bathroom
Ames Hotel | Sonesta Essential Ames

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.

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Unique 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
 
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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: 18
Check-out Check-out before 11 am contactless check-out available
Payment Policy 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.
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.
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
Other Policy 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
 
1400 S Dayton Place, Ames, 50010, USA

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Jan 13, 2026 11:08:38 AM
Summary: Staff courteous and it was clean, basic, no frills, good for 1 night
Sapna Sapna
Nov 12, 2025 08:54:00 PM
Summary: A room to sleep in
Harry Harry
Oct 20, 2025 12:08:55 AM
Summary: Stains all over the sheets and pillows.
Mary Mary
Oct 6, 2025 09:13:38 PM
Summary: 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 Bruce
Oct 6, 2025 06:39:43 AM
Summary: The room was clean. The front desk was helpful and breakfast was good
Marvin Marvin
Sep 29, 2025 06:10:17 AM
Summary: Shower was very very worn which did not match the rest of the updated bathroom. Nice flooring instead of carpet which gives the room a cleaner feeling. Beds were squeaky as other reviews mentioned however they were very comfortable and I slept well. Breakfast was decent and the area was kept very clean and well stocked. All in all, not a bad stay, replace the worn shower walls and it would be better.
Michelle Michelle
Sep 15, 2025 06:19:25 AM
Summary: Clean room
Denise Denise
Sep 15, 2025 06:02:32 AM
Summary: We choose this home because we have a small (7#) pet. I really liked the fact that the room had no carpet. All engineered vinyl flooring. The disadvantage of that is that it's noisy. Not a criticism of the hotel, just a downside of non carpeted hotel rooms. The hotel needed a little TLC. Nothing horrible. The stainless steel grab bar in the shower was literally broken off the wall on one end, which is definitely a safety issue. The king size bed was clean but hard. I think this hotel was a GREAT value. Much cheaper than neighboring properties and the additional charge for having a power was only $15. If they would just do a little maintenance, their start rating would improve greatly.
John John
Sep 14, 2025 04:08:55 AM
Summary: Everything was as expected
John John
Sep 10, 2025 01:19:04 PM
Summary: They can make sure the sheets are clean because there was black stuff in the sheets other then that it was good an there was someone else hair in the bed on the sheets.
Natasha Natasha

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 $69 per night with includes Toiletries, Kitchen, Air Conditioner, Wheelchair Accessible, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Pet Friendly, Pool, Accessibility, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Guest Services, Entertainment, Breakfast, Parking, Business Services, Internet, Laundry, Sports/Activities StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

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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