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Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

2.5 star property

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Exterior detail
Indoor pool
Fireplace
Sundeck
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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Explore the area

Map
477255 Highway 95 N, Ponderay, ID, 83852
  • McNearney Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Sandpoint Elks Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lake Pend Oreille
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

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About the area

Ponderay

Located in Ponderay, Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint is in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of McNearney Park and Pet Memorial Rose Garden. .This hotel is 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Schweitzer Mountain Resort and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Bonner Mall.

What's nearby

  • Sandpoint Elks Golf Course - 3 min drive
  • Sandpoint City Beach Park - 6 min drive
  • Liberty Pier - 7 min drive
  • Lakeview Park - 7 min drive
  • Schweitzer Mountain Resort - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • Sandpoint Station - 6 min drive
  • Spokane International Airport (GEG) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hoot Owl Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fiesta Bonita - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

Hotel in Ponderay with 2 hot tubs and free breakfast
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 hot 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 hot tub without adult supervision.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 69 air-conditioned rooms featuring DVD players and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Dip into one of the 2 hot tubs or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, ski storage, and a fireplace in the lobby.
At Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 6 AM and 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)

More

  • 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

More

  • 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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per day (maximum USD 30.00 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 220 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per day (maximum USD 30.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 590 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1008 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Katie, Moses Lake

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt the staff was very friendly and kind. The hotel and surrounding areas was clean and well taken care of. I felt safe the whole time I was there and the food options they had close by had really good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the room, was clean and comfortable. Affortable for last minute get away. Only complaint was not a lot of options for food allergies.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big rooms with updated showers and super friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth, Enumclaw

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay, nice area for dogs, clean and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay at the ruby often, and it's always spot on. This last stay the only complaint i have is they stopped offering breakfast items they've always had in the past
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

scott

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the fire pit area and pool! Close to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacques

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The experience was nice, the front desk agent was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good 👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly they were so helpful with our group that was there for soccer games! We will definitely be staying again and recommending this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was AMAZING, will definitely love to come back! They’re so pet friendly as well
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

kathleen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was nice and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place for a weary business traveler
Nice place just off the main highway. Clean and quiet, has a pool I didn't have a chance to use but it looked nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jaegun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an amazing hotel. Beautiful inside, relaxing with Mountain View. There is a Farmhouse BBQ restaurant across the big parking area that serves good brisket.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

HLA, Tracy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jaccuzi
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great property, with helpful staff and convenient amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024