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Whispering Sands Motel

2.5 star property
Eco-certified motel with 3 restaurants and coffee shop/cafe

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Exterior
Design Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains
Design Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
90 South Highway 95, Hanksville, UT, 84734
  • Popular LocationCapitol Reef National Park33 min drive
  • Popular LocationMars Desert Research Center38 min drive
  • Popular LocationCapitol Reef National Park Visitor Center45 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Property that tries hard to be more than your average motel, with a lot of little touches and friendly staff. Very clean...
Giacomo
May 28, 2024
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Room options

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.5/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Design Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Design Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 484 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.9/10 Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Design Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Design Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Design Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.7/10 Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, Accessible

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Classic Room, Accessible

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Hanksville

Whispering Sands Motel is located in Hanksville. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitol Reef National Park and Goblin Valley State Park. Mars Desert Research Center is another place to visit that comes recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • North Caineville Mesa - 22 min drive
  • Capitol Reef National Park - 33 min drive
  • Mars Desert Research Center - 38 min drive
  • Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center - 45 min drive
  • Factory Butte - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stan's Burger Shak - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Duke's Slickrock Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Blondie's Eatery & Gift - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bull Mountain Market Pizza & Deli - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Whispering Sands Motel

Eco-certified motel
Located close to Mars Desert Research Center, Whispering Sands Motel provides a corner/local shop, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a snack bar/deli.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Coffee/tea in reception, ATM/banking services and smoke-free property
  • A gift shop
  • Guest reviews say good things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 10 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Sands Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whispering Sands Motel?

As of 14 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whispering Sands Motel on 27 Jun 2024 start from £109.45, 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.

How much is parking at Whispering Sands Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whispering Sands Motel?

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

What time is check-out at Whispering Sands Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Whispering Sands Motel located?

Situated in Hanksville, this eco-certified motel is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Mars Desert Research Center and 29.1 mi (46.8 km) from Capitol Reef National Park.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 523 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1007 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nola, Sun City West

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and bathroom. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daneen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed

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

10/10 Excellent

Randal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ziyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They office open at 3 pm, but we have a sick kid, we arrived at 1,the lady in the front desk is so nice, she come in five minutes to open the door for us. Thanks the great service and your extra time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Tawfiq

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giacomo, Stockport

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property that tries hard to be more than your average motel, with a lot of little touches and friendly staff. Very clean room and towels. The location is pretty good for the area, with a couple of food options and all the basics available. I'd be happy to go back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Qi

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

8/10 Good

Gina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable place to stay if you are going to be in Hanksville.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
2.0