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Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

2.5 star property

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Sundeck
Fireplace
Terrace/patio
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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

Room options

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

ADA Accessible Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

Ponderay hotel with restaurant
This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a restaurant, and a 24-hour fitness center. Free continental 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.

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint features 2 hot tubs, an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a children's pool. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

A 24-hour business center is on site. This business-friendly hotel also offers a terrace, a vending machine, and ski storage. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint is a smoke-free property.

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 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 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 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

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 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

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. 631 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1005 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jeff

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

Cancelled or Delayed Breakfast availability.

The advertised breakfast was not available until well after check out for most of the guests. Not until 0900. This is. Ski town so the majority of guests needed to find breakfast on their own. There was no intent to compensate guests for the lack of advertised service or voucher them for a future breakfast. Sandpoint has many hotels available to skiers. The marketed breakfast is why we selected the Hotel Ruby
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful, friendly, welcoming. Went out of their way to accommodate us. Would recommend to stay for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Top quality for the price and location to Schweitzer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful staff and clean property next to the mountain. Hot tubs were out of order and bed wasn't too comfortable. Amazing view from pool & spa room though.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great inexpensive hotel that is clean, quiet from road noise and has a great free breakfast, pick from a few items at restaurant next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a great stay at Hotel Ruby. The free breakfast vouchers to the Farmhouse Kitchen was definitely our favorite part before long days of skiing at Schweitzer. The facility felt clean, organized, and the staff were very friendly. We had everything we needed at this place! Only complaint is the beds are not very comfortable. Our mattress felt pretty old and had a thin mattress pad on top. We struggled every night to get good sleep all the way through the night. Overall great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here every time I visit the area. Nice quiet and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Bradley

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey, Saint Maries

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The free breakfast at the farmhouse restaurant was a big hit!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan, Bellevue

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the rooms where very clean and comfortable. The staff was also very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn, San Juan Capistran

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The coomon area was nice to meet other guests
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mircea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to Schweitzer
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Ruby is right at the crossroad to Schweitzer ski resort. It is on a main road but located far back on their lot so there is no road noise. Sandpoiny was a short drive away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not like the loud people the first night we were there. Didn't seem like staff took care of the couple yelling and cussing. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and had everything we needed for our family ski trip. The rooms are bit small but they do have a ski locker if you wish to use it. There was not any oatmeal available for breakfast as the website advertises and by Sunday, a lot of the grab-n-go items were gone and never restocked. Overall we had a wonderful stay and would stay again. Close to lots of restaurants and a short drive up to Schweitzer.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel were fantastic. The rooms were modern and clean. They had a great ski/board storage room with complimentary locks and an area for waxing. The pool and hot tub area were nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only problem is that the parking lot is right outside rooms. Can be sort of load. Ask for a room on higher floors and the back side.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025