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Sands by the Sea Motel

2.5 star property
Motel located steps from Short Sands Beach

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The Starfish Suite | Living area
Fridge, microwave
The Sea Glass Suite | Living area
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Beach nearby
Right by the ocean, Sands by the Sea Motel offers a laid-back retreat. Unwind with in-room WiFi, grab a snack from the vending machine or grocery store, and soak up sun at the seasonal outdoor pool.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Corner/local shop
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • DVD player
The current price is AU$672
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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One Bedroom Suite- 39

One Bedroom Suite- 39

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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The Sea Glass Suite | Living area

The Sea Glass Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Suite- 38

One Bedroom Suite- 38

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Two Double Beds with Pull Out Twin Sofa

Two Double Beds with Pull Out Twin Sofa

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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King Bed with Pull Out Twin Sofa

King Bed with Pull Out Twin Sofa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player

Three Bedroom Cottage

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 4 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The Starfish Suite | Living area

The Starfish Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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The Sandpiper Suite | Living area

The Sandpiper Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite | Room amenity

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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The Seashell Suite | Living room

The Seashell Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player

Two Bedroom Cottage

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
15 Ocean Ave., York Beach, ME, 03909

What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Long Sands Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Perkins Cove - 14 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 25 min drive
  • Sanford, ME (SFM-Sanford Seacoast Regional) - 32 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 48 min drive
  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 21 min drive
  • Dover Transportation Center - 30 min drive
  • Durham Station - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony S Food Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stonewall Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stones Throw - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dunne's Ice Cream - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Sands by the Sea Motel

Sands by the Sea Motel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks. Also, Ogunquit Beach and Perkins Cove are within a short drive.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 60 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 10:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

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

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Travelling with children

  • Local/corner shop

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 25 October and 22 April.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from April to October
  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Sands Sea Motel York Beach
Sands Sea Motel York
Sands Sea York
Sands Sea Motel
Sands Sea York Beach
Sands Sea
Sands by the Sea Motel Motel
Sands by the Sea Motel York Beach
Sands by the Sea Motel Motel York Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is Sands by the Sea Motel currently open?

The property is closed between 25 October and 22 April.

Does Sands by the Sea Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sands by the Sea 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.

Is there a pool at Sands by the Sea Motel?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Sands by the Sea Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Sands by the Sea Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sands by the Sea Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Sands by the Sea Motel and nearby?

Sands by the Sea Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's the area around Sands by the Sea Motel like?

Sands by the Sea Motel is a short 1-minute walk from Short Sands Beach and 12 minutes' walk from Long Sands Beach.

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Sands by the Sea Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Beach
Store
Bathroom
Car
Restaurant
Parking
Bed

What guests liked

  • The property offers a perfect location with easy access to the beach and a short walk to nearby restaurants and shops. (7 reviews)
  • The pool area was great, relaxing, and enjoyable for guests of all ages. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

6/10 Good

Great spot, close to the beach and restaurants.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great, convenient location! Beautiful views and heated pool.
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Older motel but well maintained and clean! Excellent location across from Short Sands Beach!
Rachel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy access to the beach across the street.
Kathy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean room, located near shops, pleasant staff at check-in.
Marlene, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location good shopping restaurants nice beach across street nice pool friendly accommodating check in Very old & dated but good price comfy bed
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was good for a 1 night stay. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. It is an old place, but it was clean. I would stay here again.
Mollie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are very nice and kind.
Masaki, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We come every year

Nice weather placed beautifully in town within walking to Everything !
Augustus, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

People really nice
Andrew, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was very friendly. We enjoyed the pool area. The rooms are clean but dated.
Glenn, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lady at checkin was extremely nice. It was clean and bed was good.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and friendly staff. Parking was a bit challenging.
Rhonda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Sourav, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Location is really it here. Heated pool looked nice. For the price it’s about the location
Brad, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ine block from icean
Dale, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location. Property could use a little updating
Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

First family trip to York beach. This place is in a great location!! Staff were so nice and accomadating. Nice pool area-Kids lived in the pool rain or shine. Motel is a bit outdated but didn’t bother us was perfect. Will be back next summer.
Eileen, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

This property is so convenient if you want to be close to the beach. Staff was super friendly. Rooms are a bit small and mattresses could be updated. Other than that, I’d definitely stay here again.
Jamie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Needs new mattresses, and terrible mold in the bathroom. But location is perfect, and the staff was very nice.
Caroline, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great the beach is across the street parking not so great got to park our back if front is full and it's full a lot
Jason, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

All was ok. Staff was responsive to any requests or issues. The mattress was very tired and needed replacing.
Wanda, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Not enough parking
Ronald, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had a great stay and would definitely stay again. The property overall is very clean and the location is excellent. The only thing that could be improved is the water pressure in the bathroom sink. It was terrible. However, the shower pressure was great. The beds could use some new mattresses also. Overall I highly recommend. Very family oriented also.
Nicole, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Early check in, no problem. limited parking, but not a huge problem.
Bruce, 2-night trip