Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar

Hot tub

Pool

Gym

Laundry

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

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Pool

Breakfast included

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

About this property

Hotel in Ponderay with 2 spa tubs and free breakfast

This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center. 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 center, 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 hair dryers. 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 irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

2 spa tubs are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

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

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

Our customers tell us 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 like an off-leash 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 spa tubs
Amenities include free lobby newspapers, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour business center
Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym and complimentary bicycles
Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations 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-leash area

As a guest of Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint, you'll find 2 spa tubs, an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, 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 center 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 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 public transport

Free self-parking on site
Motorhome/coach/lorry parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
On-site parking includes off-street options
Ski shuttle nearby

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 6 AM–9:30 AM
1 restaurant
1 bar
Coffee/tea in a common area

Things to do

24-hour fitness centre
2 hot tubs
Billiards/pool table
Children's pool
Free bike hire
Indoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

Banquet hall
Free newspapers in reception
Front-desk safe
Vending machine

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Housekeeping (on request)
Laundry facilities
Ski passes
Ski storage
Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

24-hour business centre
Computer station

Outdoors

Firepit
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have any lifts
Braille signage
Handrails in stairwells
In-room accessibility
Pool hoist on site
Step-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

Fireplace in reception
Shared microwave
Smoke-free property
TV in lobby
Video library

Room amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Heating

Bathroom

Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Towels

Entertainment

39-inch LED TV
DVD player
Premium channels
Satellite channels

Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
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 available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 20 2024 to December 13 2024 (dates subject to change):

Spa tub
Swimming pool

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 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
An off-leash 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
Service animals are exempt from fees

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 USD 30.00 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 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Terri, Lloydminster

21 Aug 2024

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gord

21 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

21 Aug 2024

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

Great accommodation comfortable and clean all the way around

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Travelled with partner

20 Aug 2024

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

We really enjoyed our stay. We had a king jucuzzi suite and really enjoyed it. Bed was very comfortable and hotel was quiet. The staff were all super friendly

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Travelled with family

19 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cécile

Travelled with partner

19 Aug 2024

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

Very nice and helpful staff.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robert, Castleton

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great view of paving and stores. Window needs repair.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Randal

17 Aug 2024

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

The property was great.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Calgary

17 Aug 2024

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

The hotel is really nice good size. The staff are friendly and pleasant. The room was nice and comfortable. The indoor pool area was fantastic having 2 hot tubs really is nice

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

stacey, Walla Walla

Travelled with family

17 Aug 2024

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

We love staying here, this was our second trip to Sandpoint and we stayed at the Hotel Ruby both times. The grounds around the hotel are so thoughtfully developed with a walking path, pond and fenced dog area. They’ve also created two outdoor fireplaces with seating for people to gather. Such a nice touch. Much more than just a hotel.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

16 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

GREGORY

Travelled with family

16 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Travelled with family

15 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We have stayed here before. The room is nice, but the bathroom is really small with no counter space. Housekeeping was not the greatest. We stayed 4 nights and bedding was not changed. Tyler at the front desk was great and quickly resolved loud toddlers who were acting uncontrollably in an adjacent room late in the evening.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

14 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family and small children

14 Aug 2024

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

Very dog friendly. Convenient location right off highway and walking distance to a Walmart

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Athena

Travelled with group

13 Aug 2024

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

We weren't there too long, arrived at 3am and the desk attendant was wonderful! Comfortable, clean, quiet! Excellent!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kim

13 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Staff was great. Very helpful. Rooms much smaller than expected.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Customer Service needs improvement

Service at front desk was poor. We needed to make a change and get a bigger room and willing to pay the difference but staff were not willing to work with us. A Manager could of easily handled it but not the case. Tables were not cleaned at Breakfast. Room was clean. No coffee offered in the room?!? Had to go downstairs to lobby to get coffee each time. For $200+ a night will not be returning. Staff member stated we are not a chain, which we liked as typically customer service is that much better. This was not the case in our experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024