Located near Lake Mead National Recreation Area, The Sands Motel offers a warm welcome with free in-room WiFi and plenty of parking. Connect with the helpful staff at the 24-hour front desk and enjoy a smoke-free stay.
Boulder City Hoover Dam Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Grace Community Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Wilbur Square Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Boulder Bowl - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Bootleg Canyon Mountain Bike Park - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Boulder City, NV (BLD-Boulder City Municipal) - 6 min drive
Henderson, NV (HSH-Henderson Executive) - 27 min drive
Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min walk
Jack in the Box - 9 min walk
Southwest Diner - 1 min walk
Fox Smokehouse BBQ - 3 min walk
Dam Roast House & Browder Bookstore - 6 min walk
About this property
The Sands Motel
The Sands Motel puts you within a 15-minute drive of Hoover Dam. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
25 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 22 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
24-hour front desk
Accessibility
No elevator (single level property)
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch LED TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Local maps
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-in between 12:30 AM and 3:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 100 per day
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet (may vary based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 75
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
SANDS MOTEL
The Sands Motel Motel
The Sands Motel Boulder City
The Sands Motel Motel Boulder City
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Sands Motel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 22 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 100 per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at The Sands Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sands Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at The Sands Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Railroad Pass Casino (7-min drive) and Club Fortune Casino (11-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around The Sands Motel like?
The Sands Motel is in Downtown Boulder City, a short 8-minute walk from Boulder City Hoover Dam Museum and 10 minutes' walk from Grace Community Church.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Parking was easy and safe, with some rooms even having parking right outside. (4 reviews)
The air conditioning unit was quiet, fairly new, and ready to use upon arrival. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2026
This room was amazing!! Perfect for a little getaway to Boulder City!!! We will definitely be back!!!
Kendra
Kendra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2026
The price was great. It was far away from the Las Vegas Strip. The room was clean and comfortable. And the staff was awesome!
Matthew Kevin
Matthew Kevin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2025
Perfect place to stay. Clean, quiet and convenient.
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2026
The staff definitely stood out. Super helpful and friendly - can't emphasize this enough. The room was big and clean. I also loved the area. A cute, small town with the old Vegas feel to it. When I come back, I plan on staying here again!
Betty
Betty, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2026
Very courteous desk clerk. Charming retro fridge in room. Room was cozy and warm, despite winter chill outside.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2025
Clean, chill, friendly. Great little place to stay. We loved it.
Nathan
Nathan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2025
Staff were super friendly and helpful. Whole place was immaculate with a chilled out vibe akin to the 1960s - will definitely return
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2025
I don’t usually stay at motels but the previous reviews didn’t do me wrong. I am very impressed!! It was quiet, I parked right outside my room which i absolutely appreciate! Front desk lady was really friendly and my room was clean, I would stay here again!!
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2025
Super clean and updated.
Rick
Rick, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2025
Fun area, great motel and great welcome and service
Eileen
Eileen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2025
Super cute, location was great
RACHAEL
RACHAEL, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2025
This cute, retro hotel was near a beautiful shopping area in the old town of Boulder City. Very friendly, welcoming staff, and spacious room. Safe and quiet. Everything in the room worked and it was very clean. A nice, fair rate, especially considering the area. Our only complaint was that our room had limited supply of hot water for two showers, but we'd stay again even with that. This is because of the great room and grounds, room delivery of one extra blanket, very, very fast Wi-fi, and easy check in and check out. Safe, available parking in the lot. Highly recommend!
K Pat
K Pat, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2025
Super friendly and very nicely equipped motel room. Cool style.
Only minus for very loud AC.
Veronika
Veronika, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2025
Great Drive In Motel
This retro motel was perfect for our one night stay near Hoover Dam. It was very clean and the room was good sized.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2024
Love the historic ambiance of this hotel!
Darlene
Darlene, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
Very nice and easy check in. Clean rooms and AC ready when you get to the room, convenient during the heat when you have kids after a long drive. Had a great time and chat with the receptionist. Friendly and accommodating. Will book again if I have to. Will 100% recommend.
Guadalupe
Guadalupe, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2023
Great history of Boulder City and the Sands has incorporated the town history in a clean, fun stay!!
Sallie
Sallie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2025
I was looking for a weekend away from Las Vegas and went to Boulder City. This motel is in the Historic Downtown and within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and bars.
The room was quiet and clean and the lady at the front desk was very helpful
Brenda
Brenda, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 19, 2025
Clean quiet motel, very good condition for an older place that has been renovated. Well decorated and provided everything i expected.
ernest
ernest, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2025
Great !!! 👍
I had a wonderful stay at this motel! The welcome was incredibly warm, the staff were always smiling, friendly, and ready to help. They even let me check in earlier than expected, which I really appreciated. The room was clean, super comfortable, and had everything I needed. The location is also perfect, just next to the Hoover dam. I highly recommend this place!
Marlene
Marlene, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 30, 2025
Does not have breakfast option. It is very close to an excellent restaurant.
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2023
Great motel in Boulder City! Nice quiet place and great room. Easy walking to dining, shops, and bars!
Karla
Karla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2023
Friendly and helpful desk person, great location with pet, park nearby.
Janice
Janice, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2023
This is an older motel, but is very quaint. It was a very convenient location for my trip. I will definitely be staying here again.
Lise
Lise, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
A taste of Americana very much like the rest of Boulder City, the way it used to be. Great motel in a very clean quiet area and not that far to drive into Las Vegas. Stayed here before and will stay again.