Sands by the Sea Motel

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January 2025

February 2025

The Starfish Suite | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player

Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Housekeeping

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Parking included

Explore the area

15 Ocean Ave., York Beach, ME, 03909

Short Sands Beach
1 min walk
York's Wild Kingdom
3 min walk
Long Sands Beach
12 min walk
Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
24 min drive

Room options

Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds

23 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

One Bedroom Suite- 39

46 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

The Sea Glass Suite

37 sq m
Sleeps 7
1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite

37 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

One Bedroom Suite- 38

46 sq m
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Two Double Beds with Pull Out Twin Sofa

23 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Bed with Pull Out Twin Sofa

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

32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player

Three Bedroom Cottage

102 sq m
Sleeps 9
1 King Bed, 4 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

The Starfish Suite

37 sq m
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

The Sandpiper Suite

37 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite

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

The Seashell Suite

37 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Two Bedroom Cottage

74 sq m
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

Similar properties

Pool

Hot tub

Kids pool

Waterslide

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

3 Jan - 4 Jan

About this property

Beach motel with seasonal outdoor pool

This smoke-free motel features a seasonal outdoor pool, a corner/local shop and ATM/banking services. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a vending machine.

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.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Children aged under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

During your stay at Sands by the Sea Motel, you're just a quick walk from Short Sands Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a seasonal outdoor pool.

Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
Amenities include convenience store, an ATM and a vending machine
12 minutes by car from Perkins Cove and 12 minutes from Ogunquit Beach

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.

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

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

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

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

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 outdoor lighting

This property's front desk is open during the following times:

Sunday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

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

Sands by the Sea Motel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Becky

17 Sept 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

15 Sept 2024

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

Older motel but well maintained and clean! Excellent location across from Short Sands Beach!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Carl

Travelled with partner

8 Sept 2024

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room cramped beyond being safe. Literally 16" between bed and access to bathroom. Antiquated in every aspect and the world's most uncomfortable beds. A night of torture.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

29 Aug 2024

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole, Tewksbury

Travelled with family

23 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Travelled with family and small children

19 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Easy access to the beach across the street.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Wanda

Travelled with partner

14 Aug 2024

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

All was ok. Staff was responsive to any requests or issues. The mattress was very tired and needed replacing.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ronald

9 Aug 2024

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

Not enough parking

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

12 Jul 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Travelled with group

10 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location in downtown York. Parking to most everything.onsite and you can walk

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

7 Jul 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crys

Travelled with family

7 Jul 2024

The tv or the WiFi didn’t work in our room. Cable box wouldn’t turn on. We do love staying here just disappointed that the tv or WiFi wouldn’t work

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Travelled with partner

3 Jul 2024

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The location is very convenient and is walkable to all shops and beach. The room had plastic cups for use and one was used without wrapping. The TV is very small and furnishings were okay. The motel was loud until around 1:30 am. The price is not worth the stay.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

3 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille

27 Jun 2024

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

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mollie

24 Jun 2024

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

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.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024