Sandy Shore Motel

2.5 star property
Beachfront motel for sun and fun

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Fridge
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
Front of property – evening/night
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
Sandy Shore Motel offers an oceanfront getaway with a private beach. Enjoy sun-filled days, surfing, or relaxing on the sand. Two on-site restaurants serve meals with ocean views. Free in-room WiFi keeps you connected after a day by the sea.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 350 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 350 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 350 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
149 Atlantic Ave, Westerly, RI, 02891

What's nearby

  • Misquamicut State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • East Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Atlantic Beach Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Water Wizz of Westerly - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • East Beach Watch Hill - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Westerly Station - 13 min drive
  • Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Windjammer Surf Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Andrea Seaside Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪St Clair Annex - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ninety Nine Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Paddy's Restaurant & Hotel - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Sandy Shore Motel

Motel near Misquamicut State Beach
Take advantage of a beach bar, a terrace and 2 bars at Sandy Shore Motel. With a private beach, beachfront dining and sunloungers, this motel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and American cuisine. Enjoy on-site activities, such as surfing/body boarding and fishing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, free newspapers and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, fridges and heating

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 14.95 for adults and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar

Restaurants on site

  • Gino's By The Beach
  • Misquamicut Ocean Bar

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1984
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6.00 to 14.95 for adults and USD 5.00 to 10.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per stay

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

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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Sandy Shore
Sandy Shore Motel
Sandy Shore Motel Westerly
Sandy Shore Westerly
Sandy Shore Motel Motel
Sandy Shore Motel Westerly
Sandy Shore Motel Motel Westerly

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy Shore Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sandy Shore Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sandy Shore Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sandy Shore Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Sandy Shore Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Westerly motel is within a 15-minute walk of East Beach and Misquamicut State Beach. Atlantic Beach Park and Water Wizz of Westerly are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Sandy Shore Motel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 481 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 481 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 481 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 481 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 481 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The MOB staff were the best, beach was great, definitely will go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great location, nice room and staff. Conveniently located to restaurants, bars, snacks and stores. If you’re not looking for amenities and extra fluff, it’s a great place right on the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

We’re a couple who stayed just after Labor Day. Staff was friendly and the place was in good shape for having just been through a busy summer.
Exterior just after sunrise.
Beach from in front of Sandy Shore at sunrise.
Dinner sunset from a restaurant just up the street (food was good)
View from our doorway
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great comfy room, directly on the beach. Can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Best beach access!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun place to stay. Great location and the staff are very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so nice, rooms were clean, access to the beach was great and views were beautiful! I will definitely be going back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lacyann

Liked: Cleanliness
Love how its modern update to an older motel and the view.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice beach and friendly staff. Room was clean and comfortable.. my only complaint is when they say each unit has a balcony or patio this is only the motel walkway not a private area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Manager was very nice to us. The staff was always smiling and helpful. I brought my Granddaughters to relax after the passing of their Mom, my daughter and we all left with a peaceful,easy feeling.Jueir M We
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff. Walkable to shops and dining. Private beach with bar. Rooms were clean, updated. Comfortable beds. Just a few minor issues for me, no in room coffee maker, low shower water pressure and no blackout shades. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Office staff were very friendly. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pictures do not represent this hotel properly. The rooms are shabby and small. We checked out
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is always nice walking out to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

It's not fancy, but it has everything we need for a quick beach getaway. I come every year with my daughter. We love the easy access to the beach, the bar right on the beach, and everyone is so friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Celebrating my Birthday
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Amenities
Great Motel! Beach, Bar and soooo laid back! Loved sitting at the bar and getting food brought to me from the restaurant across the street. The beach was fab and super clean! All the staff were kind and professional! Will definitely go back again!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so nice and accommodating. The property is standard beach front motel, clean and safe place to rest for the noghtz
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on the beach, nice beach bar, clean rooms. Just be prepared for tight parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

I like the fact that the motel is right on the ocean I had I can go in the air conditioning come back. I’m ready.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Char

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love the ocean views! The parking is sometimes tough as the spaces are tight.
View from our room.
View from our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean New England mom and pop owned property. The staff are wonderful. Private beach with beach bar with food available. Owner also owns the restaurant/pizza shop and convenient store across the street and offer 5% discount for motel guests. Great location. Food, shops, state beach all within a 2-10 min walk. Definitely coming back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mohan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time but the room was very small for 4 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Danielle

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It says resort! But far from resort! More like road side motel priced as a resort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025