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Sands by the Sea Motel

2.5 star property
Beach motel near Short Sands Beach

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Sands by the Sea Motel

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Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Exterior
Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
The Starfish Suite | Living area
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Sands by the Sea Motel

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
15 Ocean Ave., York Beach, ME, 03909
  • Popular LocationInn on the Blues1 min walk
  • Popular LocationShort Sands Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationYork's Wild Kingdom3 min walk
  • AirportPortland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport)48 min drive

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

View all photos for One Bedroom Suite- 39

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

View all photos for One Bedroom Suite- 38

One Bedroom Suite- 38

One Bedroom Suite- 38

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

View all photos for Two Double Beds with Pull Out Twin Sofa

Two Double Beds with Pull Out Twin Sofa

Two Double Beds with Pull Out Twin Sofa

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
  • 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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
  • 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

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

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
  • 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

York Beach

Sands by the Sea Motel places you steps from Short Sands Beach and within a 15-minute stroll of Long Sands Beach. Highlights at this beach motel include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas and a corner/local shop. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this York Beach motel include Nubble Lighthouse and Perkins Cove.
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What's nearby

  • Short Sands Beach - 1 min walk
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 3 min walk
  • Long Sands Beach - 12 min walk
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 5 min drive
  • Perkins Cove - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 21 min drive
  • Portland, ME (PWM-Portland Intl. Jetport) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Anthony S Food Shop - 5 min drive
  • Stonewall Kitchen - 6 min drive
  • York Beach Beer Company - 3 min walk
  • Stones Throw - 15 min walk
  • Greenleaves Chinese Restaurant - 6 min drive

About this property

Sands by the Sea Motel

Beach motel near Short Sands Beach
As a guest of Sands by the Sea Motel, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a corner/local shop, and pool umbrellas. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This York Beach motel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Corner/local shop
  • No smoking on site
Sands by the Sea Motel offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM

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
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 25 October and 22 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 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

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; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Sands by the Sea Motel?

Sands by the Sea Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Sands by the Sea Motel?

Yep, Sands by the Sea Motel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Sands by the Sea Motel?

Yep, Sands by the Sea Motel is a short 1-minute walk from Short Sands Beach.

Does Sands by the Sea Motel have a pool?

Sands by the Sea Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open from April to October.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sands by the Sea Motel?

No, Sands by the Sea Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sands by the Sea Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sands by the Sea Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Sands by the Sea Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 271 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 271 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

gustavo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very GOOD
Very GOOD the wifi is Bad but it's a Nice place to sleep an enjoy the beach
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lady at checkin was extremely nice. It was clean and bed was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Masaki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very nice and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Easy access to the beach and heated pool. The room was outdated with dark carpeting, too soft unsupportive mattress and worn toilet seat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023