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Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

2.5 star property
Enjoy 2 hot tubs at this Ponderay hotel

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property amenity
Sundeck
Indoor spa tub

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed w/ Hot Tub

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ponderay

In shopping district.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find McNearney Park and Pet Memorial Rose Garden. Bonner Mall and Lake Pend Oreille are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • McNearney Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pet Memorial Rose Garden - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bonner Mall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sandpoint Elks Golf Course - 1 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Schweitzer Mountain Resort - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles

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

Enjoy 2 hot tubs at this Ponderay hotel
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.

  • 1 building
  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business center (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 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate

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 full 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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 39-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

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
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 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.

Property 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 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

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 each accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint to the airport?

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint is 81.1 mi (93-min drive) away from the Spokane International Airport (GEG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint.

How close is Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint to the beach?

This hotel is 3.8 mi (6-min drive) from Sandpoint City Beach Park.

Does Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint offer free breakfast?

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint offers free full breakfast every day from 6 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint have a pool?

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint features an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint to downtown Ponderay?

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint is 0.7 mi away from Ponderay.

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 692 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1001 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

Jared Benjamin, Onalaska

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this hotel and it's location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

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

6/10 Okay

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilbur

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, comfortable beds, big shower, excellent breakfast, friendly staff and the hot tub was HOT!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dmitry, Bellevue

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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