Sand Dollar Motel

2.5 star property
Escape to the coast with ease: unwind at this charming beachside haven.
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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Family Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Balcony, Bay View | Terrace/patio
Family Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Balcony, Bay View
Exterior
Coffee/tea maker
Exterior

Reviews

6.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (3)

  • Near the beach
  • Vending machine
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (4)

  • Television
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Free self-parking
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan

Room options

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Family Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Balcony, Bay View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
Heating
4 bedrooms
  • 84 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bunk Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Single Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Apartment, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Apartment, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

Highlights

Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
101 Henderson Blvd, Atlantic Beach, NC, 28512

What's nearby

  • Triple S Marina - 1 min walk
  • Fort Macon State Park - 12 min walk
  • Coral Bay Shopping Center - 4 min drive
  • Morehead City Port - 9 min drive
  • Beaufort Historic Site - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • New Bern, NC (EWN-Coastal Carolina Regional) - 49 min drive
  • Havelock Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪AB Bottle Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sanitary Fish Market & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Crab's Claw Oceanfront Caribbean Seafood Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mug Shot - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sand Dollar Motel

Situated by the ocean, Sand Dollar Motel is a great choice for a stay in Atlantic Beach. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails and snorkelling.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 25 per accommodation, per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Service fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 10 (subject to availability)

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Sand Dollar Motel Atlantic Beach
Sand Dollar Atlantic Beach
Sand Dollar Motel Motel
Sand Dollar Motel Atlantic Beach
Sand Dollar Motel Motel Atlantic Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Sand Dollar Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sand Dollar Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Sand Dollar Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sand Dollar Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sand Dollar Motel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 10 (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Sand Dollar Motel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking, snorkelling and windsurfing.
What's the area around Sand Dollar Motel like?
Sand Dollar Motel is a short 1-minute walk from Triple S Marina and 12 minutes' walk from Fort Macon State Park.

Sand Dollar Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.8

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

It was an enjoyable stay! The room was clean and management responded quickly to my needs.
Tammy, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Shelby, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Caren l, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

It was not a good experience or at all as represented in the expedia profile. 100 bucks a night for no amenities, internet, ice machine nothing. The room was not well cleaned and dirt or stains all over floor. I left another room in Tybee island thinking it was bad and got not quite as bad. Do not use the place unless last resort.
Rod, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Antwan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It’s nice , the room is clean.
Y Wel, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Convenient location near beach but facilities are dated.
Rhianna, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for beach
Perfect stay for beach trip,cheap,clean and simple. Just steps from the beach
Stacey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Absolute worst expererience ive ever had checking in. After an employee finally showed up a literal hour late we were given a room on the other side of the building that had a dirt path to get to. Room was half ass renovated and had heavily stained carpets and towels. Daylight was visible around a cheap retail window unit for ac. Bugs in room. Stay away from here. Go camping instead if youre tight on money. We just ate our payment for this and went to the other side of the island for a safe and clean weekend.
Katherine, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The room was a bit outdated, the front area had a fan that did not circulate the air so it was stuffy. One of the lightbulbs fell out since it was shaking. Other than that it was convenient to our needs.
Adrienne, 1-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

The room was exactly what we needed for a quick beach getaway. The lady in the office was great.
genevieve, 1-night romance trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

4/10 Fair

The bathroom was nice but only and old, dirty fan light. Toilet paper roll not on wall but sitting on sink. Door had been kicked in multiple times a d not repaied. Slept with huger heavy cooler blocking door. Light in room had a broken shade and was a fire hazzard. Carpet filthy, my feet turned black. Outdoor seating was in bad shape, can i say, splinters anyone?
PATRICIA, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The office folks are so nice and hospitable
Matthew, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The room was decent, definitely not as nice as pictures portrayed. Bed was comfy. Bedding was pretty although when we we arrived, one bed didnt have a comforter. We left briefly and returned to find a comforter in a bag on the bench outside. Ac window unit was super loud but we were basically just there to sleep so I didn't mind the background noise for sleep. Bathroom was clean and towels were thick, nice quality. The door was difficult to open & shut and was very loud. The door jams & doors were pretty dirty with fingerprints everywhere.
Jeffrey, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

There was no staff on the property, they just left our keys in a mailbox. This didn't feel super safe to me. We get into the room and there was at least 30 to 50 small fly type bugs, I squished up to 30 of them. The carpet, door frames and fridge look like it hadn't been cleaned in years. The beds were hard and stained, I cut my let on the side of the bed because hard knobs were sticking out. It was convenient to walk down to the beach and was nice to walk back to the shower.
Marie, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Dated, but clean
The office was unmanned the entire time we were there, Fri night - Mon morning. There is a sign on the door with a number to call, but nobody you could speak to face-to-face. The hotel is dated, but clean. It cracked me up that we had a full kitchen, complete with stove. But very few dishes, I think one frying pan, and 2 spoons and 2 was it for silverware. I should have been working this weekend, but we didn’t have an internet connection. I reported it on Saturday and asked again on Sunday, but no luck… so there I was at McD’s for hours on end because I couldn’t get a refund and move to another hotel…. Nice if you just need a place to sleep, but I wouldn’t recommend if you plan to spend any time in the room.
Cynthia, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Joanne, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Joshua, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice simple motel
I'm not sure why so many bad reviews. It is a simple basic place. No frills. It was clean. It was close to the beach. Owner was friendly. Beds aren't the best but we got a good nights sleep regardless. Yes the outside does have a fish smell. YOU ARE NEAR THE BEACH!! We stayed in room 5. There was plenty of hot water as soon as we realized the hot and cold were reversed. No carpet in this room so no worries about sand or anything. Fridge and freezer work great. We didn't use the stove so I cant comment on that. I will say we reserved a room with two beds. We were pleasantly surprised that they were in separate rooms. I would definitely stay again.
Theresa, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything we could ask for and more! We scan into the room upon arrival and was able to unload as soon as we got there without hassle. Bet close to the beach and the view from the balcony was pretty amazing during the fireworks. 10/10
Billy, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Staff was nice, however the rooms are not very clean.
3-night trip
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2/10 Poor

The carpet was disgusting more stains than color showing The smell of dead fish permeated the permeated the outside of the building and the smoking from the outside permeated the interior . I’ve never felt more uncomfortable We arrived late and as I had already been charged almost $200 for the stay and was traveling with 2 little ones we stayed. There were holes in the ceiling one looked like a vent but had a roll of plastic bagels stuck up in it I made the kids keep their shoes on until they climbed up into the bed The only thing in the room that appeared to be clean
Tracy, 1-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

4/10 Fair

The facilities are old and in poor repair. There was no hot water in the shower, though there was hot water at the sink. The burners on the kitchenette stove were difficult to operate. The floor was cracked in front of the sink and stove, with popped nails that could have cut a bare foot. The unit was two rooms, and the AC was a single unit in the back room, so the front room stayed hot. There was no staff on site, and the person who answered the phone was surly. On the positive side, the beds were clean and comfortable, and the motel is a short walk to the beach.
Lisa, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

Not worth the money
Run down old motel. It looked better in pictures. The beds were incredibly hard. No one was on the property if you had a problem
Cisco, 3-night trip
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