Sonesta Essential Ames
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Sonesta Essential Ames

Motel
1400 S Dayton Pl, Ames, Iowa, 50010, United States
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Amenities
Public parkingFree
24-hour front desk
Smoking area
Business center
Fax/copying serviceFree
French
Spanish
Elevator
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Property Description
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 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Main Street Cultural District.
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7.6/10
Good
Cleanliness7.6
Amenities7.6
Location7.6
Service7.6
All 97 reviews
Surroundings
Landmarks: Cornerstone Church
(1.2 km)
Landmarks: CrossRoad Baptist Church
(1.5 km)
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Rooms

Guest Reviews

Services & Amenities

Policies

King Room With Jetted Tub
6

King Room With Jetted Tub

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Wi-Fi in room
Towels
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
Smart door lock
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King Room
5

King Room

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Wi-Fi in room
Towels
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
Smart door lock
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King Room With Sofa Bed
5

King Room With Sofa Bed

1 King bed and 1 Sofa bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Wi-Fi in room
Towels
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
Smart door lock
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King Room With Roll-in Shower
3

King Room With Roll-in Shower

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Cable channels
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King Room-Accessible
5

King Room-Accessible

1 King bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Wi-Fi in room
Towels
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
Smart door lock
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2 Queen Beds Room
6

2 Queen Beds Room

2 Queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Wi-Fi in room
Towels
Bedding: Blanket or quilt
Smart door lock
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Guest Reviews

7.6/10
Good
97 reviews
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  • Cleanliness7.6
  • Amenities7.6
  • Location7.6
  • Service7.6
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J‍e‍n‍n‍i‍f‍e‍r
April 21, 2025
Quiet and friendly.
N‍a‍t‍e
March 2, 2025
Got in the building and could tell it was under a remodel. Got to the room and there were burn holes in sheets and hairs all over on both mattresses. Did not sleep at this hotel
V‍e‍r‍i‍f‍i‍e‍d‍ ‍t‍r‍a‍v‍e‍l‍e‍r
October 27, 2024
Needs some work. The staff was friendly, and the lobby was well kept. The room needed some work. The jetted tub did not function and the shower has almost no pressure whatsoever. There were 2 TV's, one mounted to the wall, and one placed in front of it on the dresser, neither worked. The one that did have power was stuck on AccuWeather. The room could have been a little cleaner. The bed sheets had long hair on them, definitely not mine, and the tub had hair buildup as well. The room overall wasn't terrible but it could use some updating.
b‍o‍b
October 25, 2024
Safe and quiet. Easy checkin.
R‍y‍a‍n
October 22, 2024
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.
R‍i‍c‍h‍a‍r‍d‍ ‍A‍.
October 14, 2024
The third room was acceptable.
V‍e‍r‍i‍f‍i‍e‍d‍ ‍t‍r‍a‍v‍e‍l‍e‍r
November 23, 2024
Dirty, falling apart The room was very gross. Several long black hairs and some sort of purple stain were on the sheets and makeup/body oil stains on the pillowcases. I asked for clean sheets and when I got back to the room, the second set of sheets were also dirty, this time several larger black stains. I got a 3rd set of sheets that were finally ok. The window had a big crack in it and it looked out onto a cement ares with empty beer cans, etc. The bathroom door had a bunch of dirty hand marks and the sink had a big crack in the sink surround. I tripped on the laminate floor in the room because it was buckled so badly and coming up. The front desk staff was nice but I would not recommend this hotel anyone because of how dirty it was.
C‍h‍r‍i‍s
December 4, 2024
Exxcellent service nice clean room. Recomend greatly
J‍o‍y‍c‍e
October 13, 2024
It was ok

Services & Amenities

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Indoor swimming pool
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Front Desk Services
Languages Spoken
Public Areas
Cleaning Services
Business Services
Accessibility
Safety & Security

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 15:00
Check-out: Before 11:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs cannot be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.

Deposit Policy
DepositDeposit required
Deposit Collection MethodsA fixed amount of US$100.00 (approx. PHP 5,756.43) is charged.
Deposit Payment MethodsThis property accepts credit cards
Deposit RefundThe deposit will be returned to the original account of payment on the day of check-out.

Pets
Pets are allowed on requestAdditional charge
Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats
Fee: US$15.00 (approx. PHP 863.47) per pet per night

Service Animals
Service animals are allowed on request

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

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Property Description

  • Opened: 1996
  • Renovated: 2018
  • Number of Rooms: 75
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 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Main Street Cultural District.

Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a vending machine.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 75 guestrooms featuring microwaves and LED televisions. Cable programming and video-game consoles are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy for Sonesta Essential Ames?

The cancellation policy for Sonesta Essential Ames varies depending on the type of room and booking conditions.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonesta Essential Ames?

Standard check-in time at Sonesta Essential Ames is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00.

Does Sonesta Essential Ames provide breakfast?

No, Sonesta Essential Ames doesn't provide breakfast.

Can I bring my pet inside the Sonesta Essential Ames?

Pets are allowed on request at Sonesta Essential Ames. Charges may be applicable.

About This Property

Average Price FromPHP5624
Hotel Star Rating2