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Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

2.5 star property

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Exterior detail
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Sundeck
Fireplace
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

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Map
477255 Highway 95 N, Ponderay, ID, 83852
  • Sandpoint Elks Golf Course
    3 min drive
  • Lake Pend Oreille
    4 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    4 min walk
  • Sandpoint Station
    6 min drive

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ponderay

Located in Ponderay, Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint is in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Sandpoint Elks Golf Course and Lake Pend Oreille. .This hotel is 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Schweitzer Mountain Resort and 3.7 mi (6 km) from Panida Theater.

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 spa 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 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.

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 spa 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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 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 center
  • 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 elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

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

More

  • 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 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

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

Property 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 spa 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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 576 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 305 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1003 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

6/10 Okay

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a musty smell in the room when I first entered but it either went away quickly or I got use to it. I wished the mini fridge had a freezer compartment so I could re-freeze my cold packs for my cooler. It was an accessible room so there wasn’t any counter space in the bathroom, just a flimsy wire rack. The hotel is next door to the Farmhouse Kitchen BBQ which was very good. The continental breakfast was mainly bread options, cold cereal and waffles. But if you look in the mini fridge there are Jimmy Dean breakfast croissants that you can microwave which I really enjoyed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekka

Business traveler
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

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jorg

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
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

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
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

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

8/10 Good

Bledi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ken, seattle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for just passing through
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
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

Traveled with partner
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

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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

Traveled with partner
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

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

Traveled with group
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

Traveled with family
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

Traveled with family
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 traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
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

Traveled with family
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