Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

2.5 star property
Relax with your favorite drink at our cozy bar after exploring local shops nearby. Start each day refreshed with continental breakfast and rejuvenate by our inviting firepit.
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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Front of property - evening/night
Indoor pool
Front of property - evening/night
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Ski facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool and 2 hot tubs
  • Ski storage
  • Ski passes
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Children's pool
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
477255 Highway 95 N, Ponderay, ID, 83852

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

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

Located near a train station, Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint is a great choice for a stay in Ponderay. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include an indoor pool, a children's pool and free bike rentals. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 69 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 100 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Off-lead area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 6 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's games
  • Pool gate

What to do

  • Ski passes
  • Pool table
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Skiing lessons nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Zip-lining nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Free bike hire
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • 2 hot tubs
  • Video library
  • Banquet hall
  • Firepit

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 39-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per day (maximum USD 30.00 per stay)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 100 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?
Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Soothe your senses in one of the 2 hot tubs or make use of other amenities, which include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and clean! Nice stay for the holidays
Becky, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Deana, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sarah, 2-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dustin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Linda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Katherine, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Calan, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

scott, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The experience was nice, the front desk agent was very nice
jacques, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

kathleen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Was nice and friendly
Jamie, 1-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

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.
Daniel, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

jaegun, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Kyoko, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jaccuzi
HLA, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

A great property, with helpful staff and convenient amenities.
Eric, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jerry, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Debra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kent, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great clean and quiet
Denise, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean, it was quiet and best of all the hot tub was actually hot! The last couple years wherever we have gone the hot tunes have been warm
Donna, 2-night romance trip
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