Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

Hotel in Ponderay with 2 hot tubs and free breakfast

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Where to?

Dates

September 2025

October 2025

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

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint sits in the heart of the shopping district, offering a vibrant getaway. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, relax by the firepit on the terrace, and can choose between two spa tubs, an indoor pool, or a children's pool for refreshment.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

P5,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sep 17 - Sep 18

Tomorrow

Sep 18 - Sep 19

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed w/ Hot Tub

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Satellite channels

Iron/ironing board

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed w/ Hot Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Satellite channels

Iron/ironing board

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Satellite channels

Iron/ironing board

Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed

ADA Accessible Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Satellite channels

Iron/ironing board

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Satellite channels

Iron/ironing board

Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds

Family Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Satellite channels

Iron/ironing board

Sleeps 8
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Ponderay, Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint is in a shopping district and near a train station. Schweitzer Mountain Resort and Sandpoint Elks Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Round Lake State Park and Pet Memorial Rose Garden. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, and don't miss out on the snow tubing and snowshoeing.

Visit our Ponderay travel guide

477255 Highway 95 N, Ponderay, ID, 83852

What's nearby

Sandpoint Elks Golf Course - 1 min drive - 1.6 km
Sandpoint City Beach Park - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
Liberty Pier - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
Lakeview Park - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
Schweitzer Mountain Resort - 17 min drive - 13.6 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
‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
‪Arby's - ‬5 min drive
‪Mickduff’s Brewpub - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint

Hotel in a shopping district

You can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a firepit at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot tubs. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.

Other perks include:

An indoor pool and a children's pool
Free self parking
Free bicycle rentals, RV/bus/truck parking, and express check-out
Express check-in, a computer station, and free newspapers
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff

Room features

All 69 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with hair dryers
39-inch LED TVs with premium channels and DVD players
Wardrobes/closets, heating, and housekeeping

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 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

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

1 building
2 floors
Banquet hall
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Towels provided

Entertainment

39-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
DVD player

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

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

As of Sep 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint on Oct 12, 2025 start from P 4,889.66, excluding 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 Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint pet-friendly?

Yes, Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 220 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Ruby Ponderay/Sandpoint located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of McNearney Park, Pet Memorial Rose Garden, and Bonner Mall. Lake Pend Oreille and Sandpoint Elks Golf Course are also within 2 mi (3 km).