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Sand Dollar Motel

2.5 star property

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Family Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Balcony, Bay View | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker
Family Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Balcony, Bay View | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Beach nearby, 4 beach bars
Front of property

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
$96
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5

Explore the area

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101 Henderson Blvd, Atlantic Beach, NC, 28512
  • Triple S Marina
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Fort Macon State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Morehead City Port
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Family Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Balcony, Bay View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Balcony, Bay View

  • 900 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bunk Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Single Room, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Apartment, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Apartment, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

Sand Dollar Motel

Atlantic Beach motel with 4 beach bars
This motel features 4 beach bars, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas. Other amenities include a vending machine. Limited housekeeping is available.
Sand Dollar Motel offers 11 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Atlantic Beach motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in April 2025.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Sand Dollar Motel features a vending machine. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the motel's 4 beach bars. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Sand Dollar Motel has designated areas for smoking.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • 4 beach bars

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated guestrooms - April 2025

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 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 not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)

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
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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

Sand Dollar Motel Atlantic Beach
Sand Dollar Atlantic Beach
Sand Dollar Motel Motel
Sand Dollar Motel Atlantic Beach
Sand Dollar Motel Motel Atlantic Beach

Sand Dollar Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 391 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 391 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 391 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 391 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 391 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got yelled at by owner for things I should already had in room that I requested. Will never stay there again & will tell everyone I know to bever stay there
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good time for the valued stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Bobbie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for the price, Friendly staff, nice rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brandie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Efficient. Clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

catrina

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Ok

No frills. Have low expectations it's a motel not a hotel. Service was good very nice on site staff. Very close to the beach which was the point for me. Is in the middle of updating but doing so on a budget. Not for anybody with champagne expectations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley, St Augustine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners were so delightful and friendly. The place as in an amazing location and the rooms were spacious and updated. Thank you to the establishment.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

james

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to beach ⛱️
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Sand Dolaar is perfect for a quick trip or solo trip. Of you need comfort, this isn't for you. But its perfect for a get-a-way. Management has been great with any needs as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was OK, but the property needs to be updated. The rugs in the room are dated and stained. Shower had plenty of pressure but the shower head was all clogged and desperately needed to be replaced. Good property for single guy or young adult on a budget. Your wife will definitely not like it there. I was there on the off season so it probably improves when they have more staff and customers. I would give it another chance if I went down again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Cookie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
How well they are at getting to your needs
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

It was an enjoyable stay! The room was clean and management responded quickly to my needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cookie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shelby

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Caren l

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Warren

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I went to get coffee the last morning and a cockroach came out of the coffee pot. If I can I would post a picture. I messaged the manager and still haven’t heard back from them. Unprofessional. Beds are too small for frame .and when someone got switch to room 5 there were dead roaches on floor I have pictures of that as well . She had kids . I can’t believe they have people stay there and knowing the infestation.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ronald, Marblehead

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
worst motel I’ve ever stayed in
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Itza, Thomasville

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rod

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was not a good experience or at all as represented in the expedia profile. 100 bucks a night for no amenities, internet, ice machine nothing. The room was not well cleaned and dirt or stains all over floor. I left another room in Tybee island thinking it was bad and got not quite as bad. Do not use the place unless last resort.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antwan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Y Wel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s nice , the room is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024