Sonesta Essential Ames Motel
42.01033, -93.58103Featuring a lift, a snack and drink vending machine, the 2-star Red Roof Inn Ames is situated in a cultural district, at a distance of 3.9 km from Izaak Walton League Park. This comfortable inn features both high-speed Internet access throughout the property and a car park on site.
Location
The accommodation is located in a rural area of Ames, at a distance of 4.8 km from the 17- acre university-owned public Butterfly Garden. Iowa State University is about 6 km from the Red Roof Inn in Ames. The property also gives access to sports attractions like Furman Aquatic Center, which is nearly 15 minutes' drive away.
Thanks to a location just off a motorway, Red Roof Inn Ames is well-connected with other parts of Ames.
Rooms
The accommodation offers 75 rooms with coffee and tea making equipment, and such modern conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. You will find a microwave, a mini fridge, and coffee and tea making equipment as well.
Leisure & Business
A gym and a swimming pool can be provided at a surcharge. Guests can relax in a swimming pool or enjoy a gym area and a fitness room onsite. A 24/7 business centre with a photocopy machine and a work desk are available for those travelling for business.
Rooms and availability

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Bed options:1 King-size bed

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Bed options:1 King-size bed

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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Essential information about Sonesta Essential Ames Motel
💵 Lowest room price | 17901 INR |
📏 Distance to centre | 4.1 km |
🗺️ Location rating | 9.2 |
✈️ Distance to airport | 30.1 km |
🧳 Nearest airport | Boone Municipal, BNW |
Location
- City landmarks
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Reviews of Sonesta Essential Ames Motel
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missingWrote a review on 09 Decinviting decoraccessible featurescomfortable atmospherecleaning standardsroom cleanliness
The inviting decor in the common areas was lovely, making me feel right at home. Everything was accessible and easy to navigate, which is essential for a seamless stay for us seasoned travelers.
Better cleaning standards needed for guest rooms.
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missingWrote a review on 27 Novcalm locationattentive staff
After a long journey, we found comfort in the calm location and attentive staff. Breakfast was delightful, making our short stay enjoyable despite being too tired to explore the hotel further.
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missingWrote a review on 24 Novclean roomaccessible featuresinviting decorelevator accessibilitysenior guest amenities
I appreciated the clean, comfortable room with great accessibility features, including handrails and spacious layout, making it easy for me to navigate. The inviting decor of common areas added a nice touch to my overall experience.
Improve elevator accessibility for senior guests.
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missingWrote a review on 21 Novaffordable ratefriendly serviceclean room
i visited ames recently for a football game, and red roof inn exceeded my expectations with its affordable rate and friendly service. the breakfast was a pleasant surprise, offering hot options that fueled my day.
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missingWrote a review on 10 Novfriendly staffpet-friendlyconvenient locationhigh heatchilly atmosphere
The friendly staff made me feel right at home, and the pet-friendly vibe was a total win for my furry buddy. Plus, the location was a stone's throw from some killer local eats that I couldn't resist exploring!
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missingWrote a review on 15 Octfriendly staffearly breakfastmaintenance issuescleanliness concerns
Equal parts impressive and disappointing
Friendly staff made check-in a breeze. Breakfast starts early at 6am. Room quality was decent, providing comfort for our stay.
The bathroom needed maintenance, with mold issues and unattended cleanliness concerns. The hotel felt outdated in places.
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missingWrote a review on 23 Julbusiness centerfriendly staffgreat locationmusty odor
The business center was great for our planning sessions, and the location let us easily visit Jack Trice Stadium and explore local restaurants. Staff were friendly and attentive, making our stay enjoyable.
The only downside was the musty odor in our room. it could definitely use better ventilation.
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missingWrote a review on 11 Jullack of activities
My kids wished the pool area had more engaging activities for them.
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missingWrote a review on 10 Junclean roomdecent breakfast
It was a cheap hotel but the room was very clean and spacious which I really appreciated. Breakfast had quite a few offerings like waffles, biscuits and gravy, definitely made mornings better for me.
It wasn’t exactly a bargain but still acceptable for what I got.
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missingWrote a review on 06 Junbusiness centercourteous staffconvenient locationmusty odorcleanliness issues
The hotel had a well-equipped business center that facilitated my work needs efficiently. The staff were courteous and attentive, ensuring all my requests were handled promptly. The location was convenient, making it easy to access local businesses and services.
The room had a musty odor and cleanliness issues.
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missingWrote a review on 03 Junbig roomwhirlpool tubdelightful breakfastbugs presence
I had a nice stay, enjoying the big room with a whirlpool tub, and the breakfast was a delightful surprise. However, there were quite a few bugs in the room overall.
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