Description of hotel: Sonesta Essential Ames in Ames - IA

Located in Ames, Sonesta Essential Ames is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Cinemark Ames Movies 12 and Ames Dog Park. This family-friendly hotel is 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Iowa State University and 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from Jack Trice Stadium. Make yourself at home in one of the 75 guestrooms featuring microwaves and LED televisions. Cable programming and video-game consoles are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Cinemark Ames Movies 12 - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Ames Dog Park - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Main Street Cultural District - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Octagon Center for the Arts - 4.3 km / 2.6 mi
Country Gables Park - 5 km / 3.1 mi
Reiman Gardens - 5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Christofferson Park - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Iowa State University - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Jack Trice Stadium - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Stephens Auditorium - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Furman Aquatic Center - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi
Hilton Coliseum - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi
Brunnier Art Museum - 7.8 km / 4.8 mi
Iowa State Center - 7.8 km / 4.8 mi
Larson Marsh - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi

The nearest major airport is Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 59.6 km / 37.1 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite. Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a vending machine. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

• Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

• Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
• Service animals are exempt from fees
• Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

• Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
• 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.
• Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
• Contactless check-out is available.
• This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).