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Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

2.5 star property

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Exterior detail
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fireplace
Sun deck
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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477255 Highway 95 N, Ponderay, ID, 83852
  • Place, Sandpoint Elks Golf Course
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandpoint City Beach Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Schweitzer Mountain Resort
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed w/ Hot Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed w/ Hot Tub

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

ADA Accessible Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

Hotel in Ponderay with 2 hot tubs and free breakfast
This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center. Free full 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 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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the free breakfast at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from McNearney Park. 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 full 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 hot 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
  • Within a 15-minute walk of McNearney Park and Pet Memorial Rose Garden
  • 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 hot 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 full breakfast daily from 6 AM to 9:30 AM.
Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 hot 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 centre
  • 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 lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • 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
  • 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 at the property

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 679 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1006 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean premises & the breakfast buffet was wonderful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amy, Spokane Valley

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property & dog friendly. Great breakfast included at restaurant across parking lot. Only negative was the noise. Had lead feet above us until after midnight!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ma Locel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
they have an extra area as couch or bed. awesome discount for food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bertha

Travelled with family
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I found the staff exceptionally gracious and helpful. We lost our phone and they went above and beyond to help us find it. Housekeeping and front desk went out of their way to help. I will recommend Hotel Ruby to everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! This hotel was clean, staff was friendly, location for our needs was perfect. Pool and Hot Tub area was perfect for a quick soak (though, the hot tub was VERY hot, couldn't sit for more than a few moments). We slept 2 adults and 5 kids (aged 9, 11 and 11) in this room with the perfect little window bed for the 5th. It was the right size for our 11 year old. We appreciate a room where all 5 of us can sleep comfortably! The breakfast at the restaurant was way more than we expected and added incredible value to this stay. This will be our go-to hotel when visiting Silverwood Theme Park in the coming years!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great stay but a couple of inconveniences.

Bed was nice, easy in and out. The included breakfast buffet at next door restaurant was great and 15% discount at restaurant for dinner was nice perk. Negatives were the hot tub jets were out of order and water temp was near scalding, and we couldn't get the TV to work.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

tammy

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel has been newly renovated, the rooms are small, but very clean and well stocked. They have great amenities like bicycles, indoor pool, Jacuzzi in a small fitness room. The breakfast is served at their restaurant, and is really delicious, with everything from fruit, cereals, eggs, bacon, sausages, even gravy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MELISSA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is well taken care of. Excellent breakfast options. Staff was very kind. Only complaint would be it's kind of noisy. Slamming/shutting doors and people walking up and down the hall seemed to be a constant up until around 10.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. Its quiet and breakfast great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Love this place

Great surprise for a last minute booking at a very reasonable price. So clean and beds were great. Pool and hot tub. And free breakfast at t The Farmhouse restaurant next door!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ivy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and quiet. Not a lot of room. The four of us used the hot tub, which was nice. Not your typical continental breakfast. It was a restaurant quality buffet, with tons of fresh fruit, bacon, sausage and biscuits, french toast, eggs, etc. Good stay. All the staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable with the best breakfast out there. Amazing hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was great! The only complaint was that the hot tubs didn’t work properly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are very impressed with the outdoor area behind the lodge plus breakfast at the farmhouse was RAD
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa, Pullman

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

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

Great stay in Sandpoint

7 days of fun & adventure in Sandpoint! We were delighted with The Ruby hotel. The room was fine, newly remodeled and clean, the amenities were fabulous!! A wonderful full breakfast buffet offered (included in room rate!) at the restaurant next door, pool and spa and they offered guests free use of bikes. Very nice 21 speed Soecialized bikes! The staff was fantastic, friendly, accommodating. We will stay here again when in Sandpoint, ID.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed for a week as we visited family. Two adults and 2 teens. The room was comfortable and they had a nice sitting room with pool table so when we needed down time we weren't just stuck in our room. The hot tub isnt working, and it sounds like it will take a while to get the jets going. The pool and hot tub were clean and we did sit in the hot tub for a while. The best part is the breakfast buffet. It is like no other hotel breakfast. It is in an actual restaurant and is delicious!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Honey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

Nice place in Ponderay

Hotel was quiet. Staff were professional they had an excellent breakfast buffet. Pool and spa were very nice and well maintained and there was a nice park adjacent to the hotel. Plenty of free parking too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALLAN

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

Enjoyed our stay

Enjoyed the pool and firepit area in the evenings, ample parking
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025