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From$210 /night
Check-in
18Jun
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

1400 S Dayton Place, Ames
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Near the Octagon Center for the Arts
Very good
7.8
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3.3
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Located 3.8 km from Izaak Walton League Park, the 2-star smoke-free Sonesta Essential Ames Motel features general facilities such as a lift and a vending machine. To keep fit, bike trails and a golf playground provided for guests at the comfortable motel.

Location

Situated about 10 minutes' drive from the 14 - acre Butterfly Park, the hotel also gives access to such sports venues as Jack Trice Stadium, which is about 15 minutes' drive away. Inis Grove Park is 4.9 km from the Sonesta Essential Ames Motel, and Boone Municipal airport is 35 km away.

Along with other cultural attractions the Brunnier Art Museum is nestled approximately 20 minutes by car from this accommodation.

Rooms

There are 75 rooms at the hotel, each of them has ironing facilities and climate control, as well as entertainment amenities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a radio. They are appointed with a writing desk, and also feature coffee/tea making facilities. Bathroom essentials include a separate toilet and a shower, and such comforts as hair dryers and towels.

Eat & Drink

Bread, cereals, and waffles are served for breakfast. The restaurant El Azteca is right around the corner from Sonesta Essential Ames Motel.

Leisure & Business

A gym and an indoor pool are available at additional cost as well.

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through Reiman Gardens to see stunning landscapes and flowers.
  • Visit the Brunnier Art Museum for local and regional art collections.
  • Try the BBQ pork tenderloin at Hickory Park for a local favorite.
  • Check out the Farmers' Market for fresh produce and handmade goods.
  • Explore the Iowa State University Campus for beautiful architecture.

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Sonesta Essential Ames offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
    1 King Bed
    2 persons
    33 sq. feet
    1 King-size bed
    Air conditioning
    Bathtub
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    King Jetted Tub
    2 persons
    37 sq. feet
    1 King-size bed
    Air conditioning
    Bathtub
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    King Sofa Bed
    2 persons
    35 sq. feet
    1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
    Air conditioning
    Bathtub
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Facilities

Sonesta Essential Ames offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.7/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Sonesta Essential Ames Location

1400 S Dayton Place, Ames
Getting around
  • City Centre
    Ames 7 min  ·  2.5 mi
  • Airports
    Boone Municipal (BNW) 46 min  ·  18.7 mi
    Des Moines International (DSM) 92 min  ·  37.8 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
Spanish
Number of rooms:
75
Former name
Hampton Inn Ames

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Sonesta Essential Ames from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 188 verified reviews
6.6 /10
Nice
51 %
Recommend
Breakfast
6.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Comfort
8.0/10
Facilities
7.7/10
Free WiFi
2.5/10
Location
8.4/10
Paid Wi-Fi
5.5/10
Staff
8.9/10
Value for money
8.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 198 reviews
7.8/10
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Check-in
18Jun
Check-out
19Jun
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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