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Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

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Front of property
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Property grounds
Harbor House, Queen Bed, Waterview | View from room
Harbor House King, Water View | Living room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$418
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Explore the area

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549 Woods Hole Road, Woods Hole, MA, 02543
  • Place, Woods Hole Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Woods Hole Terminal
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nobska Lighthouse
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Motor Inn, King Bed, No View, Patio

Motor Inn, King Bed, No View, Patio

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Harbor House Basement Apartment, Pool View

Harbor House Basement Apartment, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Motor Inn, 2 Double Beds, Waterview

Motor Inn, 2 Double Beds, Waterview

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Motor Inn, King Bed, WaterView

Motor Inn, King Bed, WaterView

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Harbor House, Queen Bed, Waterview

Harbor House, Queen Bed, Waterview

Harbor House, Queen Bed, Waterview

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Motor Inn, 2 Double Beds, No View

Motor Inn, 2 Double Beds, No View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Harbor House 2 Queen, Steep Spiral Stair, Waterview

Harbor House 2 Queen, Steep Spiral Stair, Waterview

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Harbor House, Queen No View

Harbor House, Queen No View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Harbor House King, Water View

Harbor House King, Water View

Harbor House King, Water View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Harbor House, 2 Queen, Waterview

Harbor House, 2 Queen, Waterview

Harbor House, 2 Queen, Waterview

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Woods Hole

At Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and Woods Hole Ferry Terminal. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Woods Hole hotel include Marine Biological Laboratory and Woods Hole Science Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Woods Hole Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Woods Hole Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Marine Biological Laboratory - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nobska Lighthouse - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Falmouth Heights Beach - 10 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 30 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pie in the Sky Bakery & Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Leeside Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tap City Grille Falmouth - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Liam Maguire's Irish Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Maison Villatte - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House

Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
As a guest of Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Woods Hole hotel.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Woods Hole hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Fridges and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 21 October and 15 April.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Tax ID - C0001970960
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The tax ID number is C0001970960. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

Property Registration Number C0001970960

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Sands Time Motor Inn Harbor House Woods Hole
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House?

Yep, Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House on 19 Oct 2025 start from AU$417.92, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House?

Yep, Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House is a short 16-minute walk from Cape Cod Beaches.

Does Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House have a pool?

Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to October).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House?

No, Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 238 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was friendly and provided excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lenzie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

melissa

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

Great stay

Had a wonderful 2 night stay. Comfortable beds and pillows. Room was clean. Only problem were the ants...some traps or peppermint oil could help with that problem. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ease of location to Woods Hole, just a short walk from the ferry.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sands of Time is a charming spot for a stay in Wood’s Hole. We had a view of the harbor and could walk into town and to the ferry. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the tea and coffee that was available all day in the lobby. We wish we had our swimsuits for the heated pool. We hope to return often!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph J

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place minutes from Woods Hole ferry! Beautiful water view from our room. Very nice large room, heated pool and beautiful grounds. Owner was friendly and very helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location in Woods Hole with beautiful ocean view. The room was very comfortable. Staff couldn’t be nicer. Right down the street from restaurants and shops. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
The Manager and her co-worker were extremely friendly and accommodating. They invited us to sit in the lobby, played music and provided refreshments! I absolutely recommend this place. We were stranded as the last ferry out was canceled and they made our night fun and memorable. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked view of bay and marina
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jamila

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Spencer

Rude

My father in law passed away and I had to cancel. They sent a rude and inappropriate text exchange when canceling.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely helpful and willing to go the extra mile. The main draw for me was walking distance to the Martha's Vineyard ferry. Hotels on the Vineyard in August -- if you have to ask, you can't afford it. I was in the older motel, so the bathroom was a bit cramped, which is way I gave 4 stars, but everything was spotless and there was good A/C. Highly recommended! ( oh, one more thing - unlike the big chain hotels, they sensibly have lightweight blankets in summer instead of giving you a comforter more suitable for the North Slope of Alaska in January.)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a gem! Lovely, clean, close to so much, and remarkably nice staff. My daughter loved the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience. Everyone was super friendly and accommodating. They even went out of their way to allow me to leave my truck in the parking lot for an afternoon after my check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

NIALL

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

Excellent stay!

Great stay, have stayed numerous times and never disappointed. Always the friendliest hosts as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Wonderful and responsive caretakers!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location - about a 10-minute walk to the Steamship Authority. Beautiful views of the bay from the rooms. Kindness of the staff also a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JACKIE

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024