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Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

2.5 star property
Hotel in Ponderay with 2 hot tubs and free breakfast

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

The current price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

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477255 Highway 95 N, Ponderay, ID, 83852
  • Place, McNearney Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bonner Mall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandpoint Elks Golf Course
    ‪1 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed w/ Hot Tub

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed w/ Hot Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed w/ Hot Tub

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

Suite, 1 King Bed w/ Hot Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for ADA Accessible Room, 1 King Bed

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

ADA Accessible Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Ponderay

At Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of McNearney Park and Pet Memorial Rose Garden. Highlights at this hotel include 2 hot tubs, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and kids' swimming pool as well as access to free bike hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 6 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In the area of this Ponderay hotel, you'll find Schweitzer Mountain Resort.

What's nearby

  • McNearney Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pet Memorial Rose Garden - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bonner Mall - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sandpoint Elks Golf Course - 1 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Schweitzer Mountain Resort - 13 min drive - 13.3 km

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
  • ‪Arby's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

Hotel in Ponderay with 2 hot tubs and free breakfast
As a guest of Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint, you'll find 2 hot tubs, an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre, 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 centre 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.

  • 1 building
  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and a hairdryer. 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 an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-lead 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

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 USD30.00 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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?

As of 14 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint on 15 Dec 2025 start from AU$138.45, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?

Yep, Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?

The closest beach to Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint is Sandpoint City Beach Park (4 km).

Does Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint have a pool?

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint serve breakfast?

Yeah, our visitors can't get enough of the free full brekkie here! Served daily from 6 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?

No, Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?

Dogs are welcome at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint, with dog exercise areas on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 100 kg per pet.

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 693 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1003 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

Kathy

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Buffet breakfast was excellent especially the smoked bacon and fruit selection. Location is great for biking and hiking. Very good value for the location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

8/10 Good

Kenneth, Jeffersonville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room except paid for in-room hot tub but was told at check-in jets don’t work..known maintenance should be repaired immediately. Complimentary Breakfast buffet excellent. Awkward location tucked almost inside a feed store parking lot and behind restaurant at a busy intersection. Not close to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

Best place in town hands down!!

This place is amazing!! We come to town for the first time so my autistic son could rail-fan. He’s a huge train lover and him and his friend enjoyed the room and its cool features. Grandma and I loved the breakfast buffet every morning!!! We will be coming back here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean. Fresh coffee available. Best breakfast ever offered with any hotel stay i have had.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet good mattress.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy, Lake Stevens

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were welcomed by Chris who was friendly and efficient. our room is clean; facility seems new. I love the small park next door! We ate at a nearby Mexican restaurant within walking distance. Hotel has hot tubs, a gym, and fire pits outside with a nice seating area. We would definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Adebimpe

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice pool and fire pit out front.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The AC unit in the room was noisy. That was the only negative I found with the Hotel Ruby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff all were very helpful and very polite. I will definitely be passing their name out there. Thank you Barbara Hogg
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jets in hot tub were broken, big bummer but other than that this is one of the best stats I've ever had!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew, South Salem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ice breakfast buffet at Farmhouse next door
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredible
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would definitely stay here again. Property was newer and very clean. Our room was smaller than most hotel rooms but it was fine for one night. Bed and pillows were perfect. No coffeemaker or microwave in room but a coffeemaker was brought to our room on request. Staff was amazing. The breakfast was the best hotel breakfast we’ve ever had.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Eunice

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We booked this hotel at the last minute, and were overall very satisfied with our stay. The pool/hot tub, outdoor fire pits, pool table, always available hot coffee/tea/ice water, and surprisingly nice free breakfast buffet really helped make our stay comfortable and convenient. The one negative was the lack of ventilation in the bathroom. This in itself is not a huge deal – but it did result in an overwhelming musty odor in the room. I needed to often open up the windows to air out the room when returning to it, because the smell was so strong to me.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bill, Salem

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence W

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

Great stay.

The Hotel Ruby is in a good location, the room was spacious, clean and well appointed, and the breakfast buffet the offered was the best I've had!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was the smallest room we've ever stayed in for a queen, was shocked, but it was clean and just fine. Was smaller than our bedroom at home which isn't very big. Wish I'd taken a photo, but didn't. Could hear t.v. in room next to us at one point. Door across from us slamming at 3 a.m. and the guy doing it loudly talking, typical hotel annoyances. A.C. worked great but was RIGHT next to my side of bed below the window so opted to turn it off at night. Mattress wasn't great, not very supportive and we are small people at 140 & 155 lbs. Breakfast buffet was wonderful!! Sitting by the fire pit at night outside was relaxing. Didn't use the pool or hot tub. Have to walk through there to get out to fire pits though.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean room. Breakfast very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025