Sonesta Essential Ames

2 stars
1400 South Dayton Place, Ames, IA 50010, United States
Ames, IA
6.9
Okay
based on 64 reviews
64 reviews
Thu 11/13
-
Fri 11/14
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$62
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
$62
Queen room
$73
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Overview

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center 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.
6.9
Okay rating
Based on 64 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Sonesta Essential Ames

Thu 11/13
Fri 11/14
Queen room
2 queen beds
$73
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
$78
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
$105
nightly with fees
King room
1 king bed
$62
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$62
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$67
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Sonesta Essential Ames

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible parking
  • Adapted bath
  • No smoking
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Designated smoking area

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Books
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Streaming service
  • TV

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Higher-level toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules
  • First-aid kit
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays

Dining

  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • 24hr front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

General

  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Telephone

Family friendly

  • Kid-friendly buffet

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Pool

  • Indoor pool

Reviews of Sonesta Essential Ames

6.9
Okay
64 verified ratings
Wonderful
22
Very good
7
Good
6
Okay
1
Fair
10
Mediocre
5
Poor
13
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Location

1400 South Dayton Place, Ames, IA 50010

What's nearby

  • Skunk River Bridge1.7 mi
  • Octagon Center for the Arts1.9 mi
  • Jack Trice Stadium2.8 mi
  • Hilton Coliseum2.9 mi
  • Reiman Gardens2.9 mi
  • Brunnier Art Museum3 mi
  • Iowa State Center3 mi
  • Stephens Auditorium3 mi
  • Furman Aquatic Center3.2 mi
  • Farm House Museum3.4 mi
  • Campanile3.5 mi
  • Catt Hall3.5 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Sonesta Essential Ames

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March
September
$124
$107
Cheapest month to stay with an average 52% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 110% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Sonesta Essential Ames

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Sonesta Essential Ames

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Sonesta Essential Ames, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Sonesta Essential Ames, plan to stay on a Monday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • How long should you stay at Sonesta Essential Ames? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Sonesta Essential Ames

  • Where is Sonesta Essential Ames located?

    Sonesta Essential Ames is located at 1400 South Dayton Place, 2.6 miles from the center of Ames. Skunk River Bridge is the closest landmark to Sonesta Essential Ames.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Sonesta Essential Ames?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Sonesta Essential Ames.

  • Does Sonesta Essential Ames offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Sonesta Essential Ames offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Sonesta Essential Ames offer free parking?

    Yes, Sonesta Essential Ames offers free parking.

  • How far is Sonesta Essential Ames from the airport?

    Sonesta Essential Ames is 32.8 miles from Des Moines. Sonesta Essential Ames is 48.7 miles from Fort Dodge.

  • Does Sonesta Essential Ames have a pool?

    Yes, Sonesta Essential Ames has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Sonesta Essential Ames hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Sonesta Essential Ames in Ames and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Sonesta Essential Ames and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Sonesta Essential Ames.

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Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.5
2.6 mi
Des Moines
32.8 mi

Everything you need to know for your stay in Ames