Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Bar

Pool

Laundry

Gym

24/7 front desk

Explore the area

477255 Highway 95 N, Ponderay, ID, 83852

Sandpoint Elks Golf Course
3 min drive
Lake Pend Oreille
4 min drive
Panida Theater
5 min drive

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Pool

Breakfast included

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

2 Jan - 3 Jan

About this property

Hotel in Ponderay with 2 hot tubs and free breakfast

This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour business centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Housekeeping is available on request.

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and a hairdryer. 39-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

This Ponderay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

2 hot tubs are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a kids' pool, other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.

Children aged under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Pend Oreille. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an indoor pool. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area.

Free continental breakfast served daily
Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the 2 hot tubs
Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a front desk safe and a 24-hour business centre
On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym and complimentary bicycles
Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the breakfast
Just a 3-minute drive from Sandpoint Elks Golf Course and a few minutes from Lake Pend Oreille
Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Pet-friendly amenities are available, including an off-lead area

As a guest of Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint, you'll find 2 hot tubs, an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. A terrace, a vending machine, and ski storage are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint. Free self parking is available.

This Ponderay hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 6 AM to 9:30 AM.

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint has a restaurant on site.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Ski shuttle nearby
Free self parking on site
RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 6 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

2 spa tubs
24-hour gym
Billiards/pool table
Children's pool
Free bicycle rentals
Indoor pool
Ski passes
Ski storage
TV in common areas
Video library

Family friendly

Children's games
Children's pool
DVD player
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Pool gate

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (on request)
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

24-hour business centre
Computer station

Outdoors

Firepit
In the mountains
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Handrails in stairways
No lift
Pool hoist on site
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

39-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
DVD player

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: USD 15 per pet, per day (maximum USD 30.00 per stay)
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 220 lb per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
An off-lead area is available
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Deposit: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per day (maximum USD30.00 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Howard Johnson Motel Sandpoint Ponderay

Howard Johnson Ponderay Sandpoint

Ruby Ponderay Sandpoint

Ruby Ponderay

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint Hotel

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint Ponderay

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint Hotel Ponderay

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Janice

19 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekka

Business traveller

18 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Front desk representative was awesome. Room quiet and clean. Love the blackout curtains wish all motels would put them in

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

17 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jorg

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner

17 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

From arrival to departure the place offers good service and very friendly professional staff.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyn, Peoria

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets

17 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hotel was great and the staff were very friendly. We travel with our two dogs and we're given doggy welcome bags upon check in containing a few doggy treats and a doggy bag (literally) to pick up waste should it occur. This is the only hotel we have stayed in that has a doggy park, which ours so enjoyed.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David

15 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Bledi

14 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ken, seattle

Travelled with partner

13 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice clean rooms. Very helpful staff.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Travelled with group

12 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good location for just passing through

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family

11 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Sparkling inside and outside. Cindi at the front desk was so nice & helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy

Travelled with partner

10 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Was small and quiet. Liked the room set up. Jake, one of the desk staff was amazing and did over and above. Loved the pool table for guests to use. Fire pits were a cozy place to unwind. Parking was great. Downside -no elevator, pool and spa needs to be refurbished, hallway carpets were quite stained.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa

10 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Our room was close to the retail space behind the Ruby, some noise early in the morning.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

10 Sept 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

9 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everything was good. Helpful staff. Thank you to all of them.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jacob

Travelled with partner

9 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Facilities were all in great condition. The only thing I didn't like was that the pool rules specifically said 18 from 9-11pm. The pool was overrun with young children during these hours while their parents sat outside near the fire pit drinking. Property staff came in several times and never said a word to the parents.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

7 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very nice place to stay.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

3 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very update and clean and felt very safe.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ketti

2 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Not much insulation for noise control… you can hear everything above and around you. The staff is super friendly and helpful!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

jimmy

Travelled with group

2 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Basic clean property. The rooms are smaller than average.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with family

1 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Thin walls but would stay again if in the area.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family

1 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Staff was very friendly when I checked in. Room was clean with no funny smells. Nice looking pool and firepit. Breakfast didn't really have options for me (gluten and dairy free) but was nice enough for normal people. Definitely staying again for future visits to the area.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

25 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets

24 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

This is the second stay for us here, both times we had an easy check in, clean rooms and nice pet exercise yard. We love the fact that they even give you a little treat bag for your pet when you check in.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Travelled with family

23 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hotel Ruby was great, staff was very efficient and very helpful in fixing the messed up reservation caused by again problems with Expedia’s booking service. I do my best to avoid Expedia and will try even harder in the future.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024