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Sands by the Sea Motel

2.5 star property
Beach motel with seasonal outdoor pool

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The Starfish Suite | Living area
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player
Fridge, microwave
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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15 Ocean Ave., York Beach, ME, 03909
  • Place, Short Sands Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, York's Wild Kingdom
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Sands Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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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
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa 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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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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single 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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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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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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
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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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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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
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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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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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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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
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 King Bed, 4 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the area

York Beach

Sands by the Sea Motel places you steps from Short Sands Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of York's Wild Kingdom. Highlights at this beach motel include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a corner/local shop and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this York Beach motel include Marginal Way and Ogunquit Beach.
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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
  • Ogunquit Beach - 13 min drive - 11.7 km

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
  • ‪Lobster in the Rough - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Goldenrod - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Greenleaves - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Sands by the Sea Motel

Beach motel with seasonal outdoor pool
Sands by the Sea Motel offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and a corner/local shop. Public spaces have free WiFi. Sands by the Sea Motel also features an ATM and pool umbrellas. 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
  • ATM
  • 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.

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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 self 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

  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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 provided

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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
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
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 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and outdoor lighting 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 11:00 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. 131 out of 322 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 322 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 322 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 322 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 322 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for weekend event. Friendly staff. Clean, Well-maintained... all that i needed for a weekend... and walking distance to restaurants, bars, shopping, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Jen was great she circled places on the map for us to check out and gave us recommendations for places to eat! Will definitely be back, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen

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

Low Quality

Room was old, musty, mildew smell. 1 chair and that was filthy. Rugs were filthy too. Mattress's were old, cheap and horrible. Hard to sleep and had sore back and neck. I would never stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryann, Saugus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are not modern, but they are clean and comfortable. Location, location, location. Shops and restaurants all within walking distance. (Although some shops only opened on the weekend after Labor Day). Beach is directly across the street. Heated pool was a plus. Planning to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aditi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the easy walk to the beach. I did not like that the space between my bed and the bathroom toilet was less than 6 inches. The layout of the room could use a better strategy. If you are going to fit two double beds in a limited space, please give it a bit more thought. The room, bed, and everything were generally uncomfortable. The service and location of the property made this worth it; however, I am never booking a room here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super great location, staff was friendly and helpful. Check in and checkout was a breeze
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Travelled with family

Ok place to stay

It’s a motel, close to the beach. Comfort is not the best. Twin beds with no comfort. Barely fit on bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth Ann

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Sands. Pool was great! Accommodations were also. Could not beat the location. Will definitely go back again.Staff was friendly and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds. Extremely clean. Lovely pool
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Beautiful pool, and close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeanine

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Bathroom in terrible shape! How much does a new toilet seat cost? Roomed smelled of mold. Pillows horrible. Wont be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sourav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sokha

Liked: Staff & service
The front desk lady is a sweetheart
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley, famingham

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Never stay at this place!

Floors were not clean; feet black from dirt on floors. Toilet overflowed; valve to shut off water was missing. Obviously a past problem as plunger was sitting next to toilet. Room was cold and warmed up after learned window was wide open.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan, Chicago

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great, convenient location! Beautiful views and heated pool.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Motel right next to Short Sands. 9 iron to great restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Dale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ine block from icean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bashar

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

James, NEW HARBOR

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, close to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jean, Plainfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great. Right across the road from short sands beach. Heated outdoor pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024