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Motel Sonesta Essential Ames (formerly Red Roof Inn Ames)

1400 S Dayton Place, Ames, Iowa (Ia), IA 50010 , USA (show map)

7.1

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178 verified reviews

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Motel Overview

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.

Formerly Red Roof Inn Ames

Before January 2025 Sonesta Essential Ames was known as Red Roof Inn Ames

Before June 2019 Sonesta Essential Ames was known as Hampton Inn Ames

Rooms List

1 King Bed - enter dates to see room photos

The spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The double room provides a wardrobe, a sofa, parquet floors, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.

2 Queen Beds - enter dates to see room photos

Offering free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The quadruple room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a sofa and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 2 beds.

Accessible King - enter dates to see room photos

The spacious double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The double room provides a wardrobe, a sofa, parquet floors, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 1 bed.

Accessible King- Roll In Shower - enter dates to see room photos

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The double room features a wardrobe, a sofa, parquet floors, heating and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 1 bed.

King with Jetted Tub - enter dates to see room photos

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

King with Sofa Bed - enter dates to see room photos

Offering free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned quadruple room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a sofa. The unit has 2 beds.

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Facilities of Sonesta Essential Ames

General
Free parking, On-site parking, Parking, Pets allowed, Private parking, WiFi everywhere

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks)

Pools and wellness
Fitness centre, Indoor pool, Indoor pool (all year)

Front-desk/reception area services
24-hour front desk

Common areas
Shared lounge/TV area

Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Laundry

Business facilities
Business centre, Fax/photocopying, Meeting/banquet facilities

Miscellaneous
Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Facilities for disabled guests, Heating, Lift, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Air Conditioning, Bath, Bath or Shower, Bathroom, Desk, Flat-screen TV, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Hardwood/Parquet floors, Heating, Interconnected room(s) available, Iron, Ironing Facilities, Linen, Mosquito net, Radio, Satellite Channels, Shower, Sofa, Tea/Coffee Maker, Telephone, Toilet, Towels, TV, Wardrobe/Closet

Last updated: 26 Dec 2025 - Update now

Hotel Policies

Check-In
15:00:00- hours

Check-Out
-11:00:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of USD 20 per night, per pet, with a maximum charge of USD 50 per pet for stays more than 3 nights, up to 7 nights.
Please note that pets must be declared at check-in.
Please note that pets must be kept on a lead while in public areas of the property.
Please note that pets should not be left unattended in guest rooms or anywhere in the property. Service and emotional support animals are always welcome.Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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7.1

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Catafort- -Silva

“Good for price”

7.0

14 Aug 2024

Complimentary breakfast, but wish they had gluten free options.

Svetik84

“Superb”

10.0

15 Nov 2023

My husband and I were very tired. We had a difficult and long journey. We needed to stop and take a breather. We found this hotel. We really liked the location. Calm and quiet! The service staff is very polite and attentive. The staff responded to our various requests instantly! Having breakfast was also nice! We were not able to enjoy all the services of the hotel, as we only stayed to sleep. But I definitely put this hotel on my radar☺️. Thank you. Sincerely, Lana and Paul Pausig

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Motel Sonesta Essential Ames (formerly Red Roof Inn Ames)

1400 S Dayton Place, Ames, Iowa (Ia), IA 50010 , USA (show map)

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Formerly Red Roof Inn Ames

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1 King Bed - enter dates to see room photos

2 Queen Beds - enter dates to see room photos

Accessible King - enter dates to see room photos

Accessible King- Roll In Shower - enter dates to see room photos

King with Jetted Tub - enter dates to see room photos

King with Sofa Bed - enter dates to see room photos

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1400 S Dayton Place, Ames, Iowa (Ia), IA 50010 , USA (show map)

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Formerly Red Roof Inn Ames

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Rooms List

1 King Bed - enter dates to see room photos

2 Queen Beds - enter dates to see room photos

Accessible King - enter dates to see room photos

Accessible King- Roll In Shower - enter dates to see room photos

King with Jetted Tub - enter dates to see room photos

King with Sofa Bed - enter dates to see room photos

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