Sonesta Essential Ames
About Sonesta Essential Ames
Located just off I-35, Sonesta Essential Ames is only 3.5 miles from Iowa State University and Jack Trice Stadium, and 35 miles from Des Moines International Airport, making it the perfect base for business and leisure travelers. Relax in our luxury-designed beds for a restful night, and wake up to a complimentary breakfast featuring waffles, breads, cereals, oatmeal, fresh fruit, fruit juices, and coffee. Based on occupancy, we also offer biscuits and gravy, sausages, and egg patties. All rooms include a 50-inch Samsung Smart TV (watch live TV or stream Netflix and Prime with your own login), air conditioning and heating, mini refrigerator, microwave, iron, coffee maker, and a work desk—ideal for work or leisure. Stay active in our fitness center or take a refreshing dip in our large temperature-controlled swimming pool. Additional amenities include 24/7 front desk service, a 24/7 complimentary coffee station in the lobby, vending machines for snacks and cold drinks, and paid guest laundry services. Pet Policy: We are a pet-friendly hotel. A fee of $20 per pet per night applies, with a maximum charge of $50 per pet for stays beyond 3 nights, up to 7 nights. Pets must be declared at check-in, kept on a leash when outside, and not left unattended in guest rooms or anywhere on the property. Service and emotional support animals are always welcome. Nearby, you can explore the charming Ames city center, Reiman Gardens, the Ames Historical Society Museum, Octagon Center for the Arts, and Ada Hayden Heritage Park, all just minutes from the hotel.
Amenities
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting space
- Fitness center
- Café / coffee shop
- Business center
- Express check-in / check-out
- Dry cleaning
- Self-service laundry
- Full kitchen / kitchenette
- In-room refrigerator
- Pool
- Pet friendly
- Family friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
- Smoke-free property
- Air conditioning
- Elevator
Reviews
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the room was clean, comfortable, quiet. The staff were nice. The breakfast was good. The only issue we had was that when we first arrived the hallway smelled musty or smoky, but by the next day they had cleaned up that smell and it was fine. Not a big deal.
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Parking was easy. Room was clean. Tv/cable did not work. Unable to adjust temperature in room (was a little humid). Overall it was fone aside from those two little issues.
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I only needed a room for one night as I had to leave at 6am for a local event so I didn’t need much. For ~$75, I was hesitant, but it was well worth it. Clean front area and breakfast area, clean room with liquid shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. You can tell the mgmt/owner is trying to refurbish/refresh the hotel as the room looked recently painted so that was good. Is this a top-notch luxury hotel, no, but it’s not trying to be.
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No concerns, the breakfast was very good!
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This hotel is a very good value for the money. It's not fancy, but it's clean and appears to have been updated recently. Our room was quiet and comfortable. The breakfast isn't lavish, but there are several healthy options.
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The price was awesome. Staff was friendly. Breakfast was ample. Pretty quiet. With a little more small tweaks it could be perfect.
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The sheets and pillow cases were stained. The breakfast was extremely limited, cold, and poor.
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Excellent for the price.
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Place was great We had no tv. Didnt work
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Our TV wasn’t working correctly and after the guy wasn’t able to bring up the programs, he sent us to another room. The next room was fine with no issues. The breakfast was decent with hot choices.
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Older motel. Trying to remodel/laying new carpet. Okay for the price.
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Great place to stay. No Issues.
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Great all around. Best place to stay in town by far. The pool was way too hot
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Staff was nice , rooms were okay , pool was clean , gym was also nice, breakfast was okay In our room the bathroom to be precise there was a roach in the hair blow dryer, the shower was good but water was coming out of both holes we saw a spider in the tub shower was also kinda rusty and breakfast was okay buy it was just eggs waffle sausages everymorning then the juice there was like dirty things in the juices both orange & apple
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Had a good breakfast and a great conversation with Fox the night time manager. He was really nice and helpful.
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Room was very clean. Seemed to have near new paint, carpet, furniture, bathroom. Halls were not so clean. Carpets were older and dirty. Hallways smelled like a wet dog. Breakfast wasn't great. Cereal, toast, waffles, something in a warmer but I didn't check. Ended up going elsewhere. Staff was very friendly. Easy check in and out. Overall met the need of a place to sleep and room was clean. Would stay again. Hopefully the hallways would be updated before the next time.
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Quiet. Staff was nice. Everything was good.
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Comforter and sheets were stained, there was hair in the shower. Bed was terribly uncomfortable with no cushion on it
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Better than expected. Good value. The pool was nice. Clean.
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What's nearby
- Iowa State University 3.6 mi
