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Sonesta Essential Ames

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7.6/10 from 997 reviews
Amenities

  • Fitness facilities

  • Laundry facilities

  • Free breakfast

  • Free WiFi

  • Free self parking

  • 24-hour fitness facilities

  • Free continental breakfast

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Where you'll be
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Check in

May 10th 2025

Check out

May 11th 2025

Travelers

1 guest
  • Room, 1 King Bed

    • Fitness facilities

    • Laundry facilities

    • Free breakfast

    • Free WiFi

    • Free self parking

    • 24-hour fitness facilities

    • Free continental breakfast

    • Sleeps 2

    • 1 King Bed

    More details

    Not available

  • Room, 2 Queen Beds

    • Fitness facilities

    • Laundry facilities

    • Free breakfast

    • Free WiFi

    • Free self parking

    • 24-hour fitness facilities

    • Free continental breakfast

    • Sleeps 4

    • 2 Queen Beds

    More details

    Not available

  • Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

    • Fitness facilities

    • Laundry facilities

    • Free breakfast

    • Free WiFi

    • Free self parking

    • 24-hour fitness facilities

    • Free continental breakfast

    • Sleeps 2

    • 1 King Bed

    More details

    Not available

  • Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

    • Fitness facilities

    • Laundry facilities

    • Free breakfast

    • Free WiFi

    • Free self parking

    • 24-hour fitness facilities

    • Free continental breakfast

    • Sleeps 2

    • 1 King Bed

    More details

    Not available

  • Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

    • Fitness facilities

    • Laundry facilities

    • Free breakfast

    • Free WiFi

    • Free self parking

    • 24-hour fitness facilities

    • Free continental breakfast

    • Sleeps 2

    • 1 King Bed

    More details

    Not available

  • Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

    • Fitness facilities

    • Laundry facilities

    • Free breakfast

    • Free WiFi

    • Free self parking

    • 24-hour fitness facilities

    • Free continental breakfast

    • Sleeps 4

    • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

    More details

    Not available

About this property
Sonesta Essential Ames

Located in Ames, Sonesta Essential Ames is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Cinemark Ames Movies 12 and Ames Dog Park. This family-friendly hotel is 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Iowa State University and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Jack Trice Stadium.

Languages

English, Spanish, French

Policies
Check-in

Check-in between 3:00 PM - 4:00 AM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

Other instructions
  • 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.
Property payment types

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa, Cash, Debit cards

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
  • Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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 arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Other information
General
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Essential workers only - NO
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Professional property host/manager
Pets
  • Pets allowed
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 36
  • Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 80
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets cannot be left unattended