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Sands by the Sea Motel

2.5 star property
Salt air and seasonal outdoor pool, near Short Sands Beach

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The Starfish Suite | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player
Fridge, microwave
Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Sea Glass Suite | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player
Beach nearby
Sands by the Sea Motel sits right by the ocean offering a laid-back atmosphere. Guests connect with in-room WiFi, pick up essentials at the on-site grocery store, grab quick snacks from the vending machine, and relax at the seasonal outdoor pool.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is ฿5,137
฿5,680 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

Room options

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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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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One Bedroom Suite- 39 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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

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 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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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Two Double Beds with Pull Out Twin Sofa | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

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

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

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 | 32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player

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 | 32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player

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

View all photos for Two Bedroom Cottage

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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About the area

Located in York Beach, Sands by the Sea Motel is near the beach. Market Square is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. York's Wild Kingdom and Knight's Quilt Shop are also worth visiting.
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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

  • 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
  • ‪Daybreaker Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Greenleaves - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Sands by the Sea Motel

Motel near Short Sands Beach
Close to Long Sands Beach, Sands by the Sea Motel provides amenities such as a corner/local shop. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A vending machine, ATM/banking services and smoke-free property
Room features
All 60 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Fridges, microwaves and heating

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Reception

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
7.8 out of 10, Good, 1,005 reviews
The price is ฿3,238
฿3,530 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
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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 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 25 October and 22 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

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

Does Sands by the Sea Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from October 25 until April 22.

How much does it cost to stay at Sands by the Sea Motel?

As of 29 Sep 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands by the Sea Motel on 30 Sep 2025 start from ฿5,136.95, excluding 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.

Is Sands by the Sea Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Sands by the Sea Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sands by the Sea Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sands by the Sea Motel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sands by the Sea Motel located?

Situated in York Beach, this beach motel is within a 15-minute walk of Short Sands Beach and Long Sands Beach. York's Wild Kingdom and Nubble Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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