Outdoors Inn

2.5 star property

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, free WiFi
Exterior detail
Exterior
Interior detail
Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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31016 Highway 200, Ponderay, ID, 83852
  • Place, Sandpoint Elks Golf Course
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandpoint City Beach Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Schweitzer Mountain Resort
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Two Queen Kitchenette

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe King Kitchenette

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

2 Queen Kitchenette

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Room with Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Outdoors Inn

Motel with free breakfast, near Sandpoint Elks Golf Course
This smoke-free motel features a 24-hour front desk, express check-out and a picnic area. Free continental breakfast and free self parking are also provided. Housekeeping is available on request.
Outdoors Inn offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and blackout curtains. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the comfortable beds at Outdoors Inn. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Sandpoint Elks Golf Course. Free breakfast and free self-parking are available.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and comfy beds
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Sandpoint Elks Golf Course and a few minutes from Panida Theater
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Free breakfast is available daily. Outdoors Inn also features a picnic area and express check-out. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Outdoors Inn was completed in July 2021.

This Ponderay motel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf carts
  • Pro golf shop

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Renovated entire property - July 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Guests will receive a text message prior to arrival with check-in instructions.

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 225 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 deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Outdoors Inn Motel
Outdoors Inn Ponderay
Outdoors Inn Motel Ponderay

Outdoors Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 523 out of 623 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 623 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 623 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 623 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 623 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good experience. Comfortable and cozy modern rustic vibe. Friendly helpful hotel owners. Would absolutely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Brian

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

Nice pit stop

Nicely renovated room. Pretty spacious. Busy road in front, so there is noise from the passing cars. Nice pit stop on our family road trip. Breakfast nook was small, but had a nice selection of fruit/cereal/toast….
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed in the jet tube room! The tub was huge and worked great! The room was super clean actually the entire property was very clean and well maintained! We will be back for sure! Also Miss Amy was so sweet and welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was perfect! Clean and nicely decorated. I would 100% stay here again next time I’m in the Sandpoint area. Easy check in. You can park right in front of your room. No stairs or elevators. Super convenient. Not your typical motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners are amazing! And have done a great job woth the remodel. Dont let this roadside motel fool you, its perfect especially after those long days driving. BED WAS SO COMFORTABLE!! Only wish they had extra thick blankets available. Other then that, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Travelled with family
Good value for the location. Super easy check in & out. Close to a great breakfast at The Hoot Owl!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

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

Cute little boutique motel

Such a cute little boutique motel. Newly renovated, clean, quaint, comfortable and quiet. We slept great! It is located on the main road and convenient to everywhere we wanted to go. Easy checkin and checkout. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room. Like the ease if checking in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

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

Favourite spot in Sandpoint

We always stay here when we come to Sandpoint. The rooms are equipped with ear plugs, white noise machines, and yummy coffee. Always so clean and comfortable! I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best places I have stayed! Love the decor, super thoughtful and quality touches (bedding, soap, etc.) I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect pit stop for a night or two. Clean, functional and overall nice aesthetic.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bret

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

Perfect mix of new and old!

What a great hybrid hotel experience in a remodeled highway motel with outside seperate entrance but with automated confirmation and room access via code programmed to your specific stay. Loved the speed of communication, the easy of access (coming in after hours) and being able to roll in and have a comfortable quick stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Overnight Stay Near Sandpoint We stayed here for just one night and had a great experience. The room was super clean and very comfortable — the bed and pillows were especially cozy, making for a good night’s sleep. It’s also in a convenient location, pretty close to Sandpoint and other local attractions, so it’s a great base if you’re exploring the area. Check-in and check-out were both quick and easy, which we really appreciated. The only minor downside is that the walls are a bit thin, so you can hear your neighbors — but it wasn’t a big issue and didn’t affect our stay at all. Overall, a solid and comfortable place to stay if you’re in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Exceptional Stay + Premium

I recently had the pleasure of staying at this motel. This was hands down the best motel I've ever stayed at! The room was immaculate, cozy, and looked just like the photos—if not better. The staff and Amy, were incredibly friendly and accommodating. The room was impeccably clean. The bathroom amenities were of outstanding quality. The tea selection was top-notch, featuring some of the finest tea bags I've ever encountered in a hotel setting. I highly recommend this place and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well decorated and everything you needed for an overnight stop. A bit on the cold side but plenty of blankets given and heater in the room which just took a bit of time to warm up.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the jetted tub! So roomy! Bed was the most comfortable I've slept on in a long time while on the road. Really enjoyed the hoot owl cafe within walking distance for breakfast. Loved the shampoo and conditioner so much I'm trying to find it now!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were clean and well appointed. The consideration from the staff was top notch. Not many hotels would offer a sound machine in the room to help drown out the occasional passing train. The free YouTube TV was a nice surprise. The decorations were very charming. Blue Pine local to the area adorns the room in a tasteful way, and the kitchenette was very useful. Great value for the price. And will definitely come back when we are in the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Good price
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was comfortable, clean , cozy with character!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025