Title: Sands by the Sea Motel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Sands by the Sea Motel Travelers soak up sun on loungers with ocean views while enjoying practical amenities like an ATM and grocery store at this oceanfront retreat ## Photo gallery for Sands by the Sea Motel ![Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers - Sands by the Sea Motel (York Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/4906eb64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![The Starfish Suite | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player - Sands by the Sea Motel (York Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/44b5de3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers - Sands by the Sea Motel (York Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/624e5f45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player - Sands by the Sea Motel (York Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/f2356c79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave - Sands by the Sea Motel (York Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/w598h365x0y5-2077883a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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 Very good ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Feb 23 - Feb 24](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=8091378&PinnedHotelID=8091378&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=8091378&PinnedHotelID=8091378&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Feb 24 - Feb 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25&selected=8091378&PinnedHotelID=8091378&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-24&endDate=2026-02-25&selected=8091378&PinnedHotelID=8091378&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=8091378&PinnedHotelID=8091378&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&selected=8091378&PinnedHotelID=8091378&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=8091378&PinnedHotelID=8091378&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=8091378&PinnedHotelID=8091378&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 13 of 13 rooms ### View all photos for King Bed with Pull Out Twin Sofa ![King Bed with Pull Out Twin Sofa | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/6b0ea298.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Bed with Pull Out Twin Sofa 9.6 Exceptional 9 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hairdryer - 252 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Two Double Beds with Pull Out Twin Sofa ![Two Double Beds with Pull Out Twin Sofa | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/c9b0846a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Double Beds with Pull Out Twin Sofa 8.0 Very good 3 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hairdryer - 252 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for The Sea Glass Suite ![The Sea Glass Suite | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/f577eb01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### The Sea Glass Suite ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchenette Fridge TV - 400 sq ft - Sleeps 7 - 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for One Bedroom Suite- 39 ![One Bedroom Suite- 39 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/4764426b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### One Bedroom Suite- 39 ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchenette Fridge TV - 500 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for One Bedroom Suite- 38 ![One Bedroom Suite- 38 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/203845c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### One Bedroom Suite- 38 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchenette Fridge TV - 500 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Suite ![Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/24c69b15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchenette Fridge TV - 400 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Suite ![Suite | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/e051f7b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Fridge TV Hairdryer - 400 sq ft - Sleeps 9 - 1 King Bed, 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### View all photos for The Sandpiper Suite ![The Sandpiper Suite | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/e0b020c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### The Sandpiper Suite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge - 400 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Two Bedroom Cottage ![32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/b641855f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Bedroom Cottage ### Highlights Balcony Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge - 800 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds ### View all photos for The Seashell Suite ![The Seashell Suite | Living room | 32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/79eb9f11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### The Seashell Suite ### Highlights Balcony Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge - 400 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for The Starfish Suite ![The Starfish Suite | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/44b5de3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### The Starfish Suite ### Highlights Balcony Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge - 400 sq ft - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Three Bedroom Cottage ![32-inch TV with cable channels, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/b641855f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Three Bedroom Cottage ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Kitchen Fridge TV - 1100 sq ft - 3 bedrooms - Sleeps 9 - 1 King Bed, 4 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8100000/8091400/8091378/a4b106cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room, 2 Double Beds 7.8 Good 6 reviews ### Highlights Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Heating Fridge TV Hairdryer Private bathroom - 252 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYork-Hotels-Sands-By-The-Sea-Motel.h8091378.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FYork-Hotels-Sands-By-The-Sea-Motel.h8091378.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in York Beach, Sands by the Sea Motel is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Sands Beach and Marginal Way. York's Wild Kingdom and Center For Wildlife are also worth visiting. [Visit our York Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Beach.dx183307) [View more Motels in York Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/York-Beach-Motels.d183307-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.17446%2C-70.60988&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=we9ShFLOJXDZ-AaVbiVV3kebmLo=) 15 Ocean Ave., York Beach, ME, 03909 ### What's nearby - ![Short Sands Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6333260/0e078a19-ca10-46f8-883a-a3f0ad6e7c89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Short Sands Beach 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Eye of the beholder. He was looking at me when I took the picture. #vacation #roadtrip #nature #outdoor #NikonD3100 #macrophotography #macrolens ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140637/5d9dd8c4-82a0-4723-90c4-a10deefe715d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) York's Wild Kingdom 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Long Sands Beach featuring general coastal views and a coastal town as well as a family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6333371/80b2b18b-24c7-499b-9371-8efa9a2cf198.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Long Sands Beach 10 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Considered to be the "most photographed" lighthouse, this 41-foot conical tower sits on the summit of Cape Neddick Bubble, a small offshore rocky islet, looking proudly over the Atlantic. During the Xmas holidays is beautifully decored and its sight is even more impressive. There is a free parking lot at Sohier Park, just in front of the island, but be aware, the weather is bitter cold. #MyBackyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140637/107101b0-455e-4b27-8723-421bb56b7f67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nubble Lighthouse 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles - ![Ogunquit Beach which includes a beach and general coastal views as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6171966/56ed95d0-3fc7-445a-83e3-4fad0c2654f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ogunquit Beach 13 min drive \- 7.5 miles ### 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 - Cumberland Farms 7 min drive - Elks Lodge 2778 7 min drive - Greenleaves 6 min drive - York Beach Beer Company 3 min walk ## About this property ### Sands by the Sea Motel Motel near Long Sands Beach Sands by the Sea Motel provides a corner/local shop and more. 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 - Smoke-free property, a vending machine and ATM/banking services Room features All 60 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. 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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 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 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 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 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 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? ### Is Sands by the Sea Motel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sands by the Sea Motel? ### What time is check-in at Sands by the Sea Motel? ### What time is check-out at Sands by the Sea Motel? ### Where is Sands by the Sea Motel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Sands by the Sea Motel Reviews 8.2 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 131 8 - Good 115 6 - Okay 48 4 - Poor 21 2 - Terrible 7 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Don 12 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities Room was very clean but motel is dated. Staff were extremely helpful & accommodating. Very beautiful area & the pool area & beach looked fantastic. Definitely would stay there again. ##### Don Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott 21 Sept 2025 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! ##### Scott Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### James 7 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great spot, close to the beach and restaurants. ##### James Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth Ann 24 Jul 2025 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. ##### Ruth Ann Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jodi 26 Sept 2025 The location is good. The place is just very dated. Our room was very small and the beds could use new mattresses. ##### Jodi Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen 21 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Comfortable beds. Extremely clean. Lovely pool ##### Colleen Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan 13 Oct 2024 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Great, convenient location! Beautiful views and heated pool. ##### Alan Stayed 1 night in Oct 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! ##### Rachel Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd 11 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great Motel right next to Short Sands. 9 iron to great restaurants and shops. ##### Todd Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan 25 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location good shopping restaurants nice beach across street nice pool friendly accommodating check in Very old & dated but good price comfy bed ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 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. ##### Mollie Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Staff are friendly and full of information 🙃. Room is ok. Ac only goes to 66 so felt very warm still. Stuffy in room. Room was clean . Ned’s a little softer than we are use to but comfortable . We slept good. It does have a rug . Which at the beach keeps all the sands in . Great location close to everything you can walk to . We would come back here again ##### Cheryl Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hilary 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 ##### Hilary Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Joan 9 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Front desk staff so friendly! ##### Joan Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Robert 8 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lady at checkin was extremely nice. It was clean and bed was good. ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 6 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities People really nice ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jamie 25 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This property is so convenient if you want to be close to the beach. Staff was super friendly. Rooms are a bit small and mattresses could be updated. Other than that, I’d definitely stay here again. ##### Jamie Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### John 13 Sept 2023 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Easy access to the beach and heated pool. The room was outdated with dark carpeting, too soft unsupportive mattress and worn toilet seat. ##### John Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Wanda 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. ##### Wanda Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Nicole 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. ##### Nicole Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sandra 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. ##### Sandra Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### christiana 31 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities Definitely outdated, but the location cannot be beat. Super quick walk to Short Sands Beach and local restaurants and shops. Room was tired, no bathroom ventilation, missing outlet covers, very old a/c heat unit. Fountain in the pool was broken, so, in its place, there is an arcing pvc pipe throwing a hard spray of water into the pool. Small pool was murky for all three days we were there, so we didn't go in it. No coffee in the room or lobby. Narrow stairs to access second level (no elevator). It was a comfortable room but in definite need of updating. Not sure I'll stay here again, especially for what I paid. ##### christiana Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd 13 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great staff. Beautiful pool, and close to everything. ##### Todd Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tracy 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location ##### Tracy Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kyla 24 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay! ##### Kyla Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Travelodge by Wyndham Winchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Winchester.h9600.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Price by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Price-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Price.h9253345.Hotel-Information) > > [AWOL Kennebunkport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-AWOL-Kennebunkport.h67299636.Hotel-Information) > > [Inn By The Sea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-Inn-By-The-Sea.h1542725.Hotel-Information) > > [Saltair Inn Waterfront B&B](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bar-Harbor-Hotels-Saltair-Inn-Waterfront-Bed-And-Breakfast.h36476175.Hotel-Information) > > [Ocean Gate Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boothbay-Harbor-Hotels-Ocean-Gate-Resort.h893144.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cottages at Cabot Cove](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-The-Cottages-At-Cabot-Cove.h4921193.Hotel-Information) > > [Belfast Harbor Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Camden-Hotels-Belfast-Harbor-Inn.h893985.Hotel-Information) > > [Smuggler's Cove Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boothbay-Harbor-Hotels-Smugglers-Cove-Inn.h2129923.Hotel-Information) > > [The Inn on the Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lubec-Hotels-The-Inn-On-The-Wharf.h17900817.Hotel-Information) > > [Baymont by Wyndham Mishawaka South Bend Area](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Bend-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Mishawaka-South-Bend-Area.h1976.Hotel-Information) > > [Kennebunkport Captains Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-Kennebunkport-Captains-Collection.h13279259.Hotel-Information) > > [The Claremont Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bar-Harbor-Hotels-The-Claremont-Hotel.h13278724.Hotel-Information) > > [Long Creek Hotel by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Portland-Airport.h24280.Hotel-Information) > > [The Beach House Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-The-Beach-House-Inn.h1277367.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn Oxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bridgton-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-By-Hilton-Oxford.h15835107.Hotel-Information) > > [Nonantum Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-Nonantum-Resort.h2936780.Hotel-Information) > > [Breakwater Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-The-Breakwater-Inn-And-Spa.h915136.Hotel-Information) > > [The View Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kayenta-Hotels-The-View-Hotel.h59418009.Hotel-Information) > > [Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-Yachtsman-Hotel-Marina-Club.h1138412.Hotel-Information) > > [J House Greenwich](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stamford-Hotels-J-House-Greenwich.h8392.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brunswick Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boothbay-Harbor-Hotels-The-Brunswick-Hotel.h4449120.Hotel-Information) > > [The Inn at Ocean's Edge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Camden-Hotels-The-Inn-At-Oceans-Edge.h11861565.Hotel-Information) > > [The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Marina](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-The-Boathouse-Waterfront-Hotel-Marina.h6120210.Hotel-Information) > > [Oxford Casino Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bridgton-Hotels-Oxford-Casino-Hotel.h35183095.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rebekah Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-The-Rebekah-Inn.h15833704.Hotel-Information) > > [Wellington Manor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ogunquit-Wells-Hotels-Wellington-Manor.h35894464.Hotel-Information) > > [The Harraseeket Inn & Event House Freeport Downtown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portland-Hotels-Harraseeket-Inn.h51266260.Hotel-Information) ---