Sand Dollar Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Also, 17-Mile Drive and Fisherman's Wharf are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and nearby shopping.
Reviews
7.47.4 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Pool
Electric vehicle charging point
24/7 front desk
Pet friendly
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Main amenities (8)
Daily housekeeping
Outdoor pool
Seasonal outdoor pool
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Microwave
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Room options
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
7.27.2 out of 10
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20 reviews
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Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
28 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
52 reviews
(52 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
7.47.4 out of 10
Good
26 reviews
(26 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Monterey County Fairgrounds - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
Fisherman's Wharf - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
Cannery Row - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
Monterey Bay Aquarium - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 10 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 29 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 33 min drive
Monterey Station - 18 min drive
Salinas Station - 30 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min walk
Panera Bread - 13 min walk
Panda Express - 4 min walk
Taco Bell - 3 min walk
Red's Donuts - 9 min walk
About this property
Sand Dollar Inn
Sand Dollar Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Also, 17-Mile Drive and Fisherman's Wharf are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and nearby shopping.
Languages
English, Spanish
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
43 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Up to 10 children (1 year old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 60 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
LOB_HOTELS
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Facilities
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Raised toilet seat
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
MONETIZATION_ON
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from January to December
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Magic Carpet Inn
Magic Carpet Inn Seaside
Magic Carpet Seaside
Magic Carpet Lodge Seaside
Magic Carpet Lodge
Sand Dollar Inn Motel
Sand Dollar Inn Seaside
Sand Dollar Inn Motel Seaside
HELP_OUTLINE
Frequently asked questions
Does Sand Dollar Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sand Dollar Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sand Dollar Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Sand Dollar Inn?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 60 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Sand Dollar Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sand Dollar Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Sand Dollar Inn and nearby?
Sand Dollar Inn has an outdoor pool.
What's the area around Sand Dollar Inn like?
Sand Dollar Inn is a short 11-minute walk from Monterey State Beach and 10 minutes' walk from Eolian Dunes Preserve.
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Sand Dollar Inn Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
7.8/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 26, 2025
Love the hotel, everything was nice and clean. Staff very friendly. Would stay again
Bianca
Bianca, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 28, 2025
It’s an OK hotel.
Kristopher
Kristopher, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 16, 2025
The bed and the pillows were very comfortable
Cecilia
Cecilia, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 2, 2025
If you are looking for a place to just sleep and shower while in the area, this is it. It's an older property that could use some renovations to freshen it up. The area is relatively quiet, and there are some food places within walking distance.
Lawrence
Lawrence, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 18, 2025
Clean and affordable
Jesus
Jesus, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 27, 2025
For about $100/night this place was great. Fridge and microwave, plenty of close parking, felt safe enough. Pool was dirty so we didn't want to use it which was a bummer but the room was fine.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
Great stay clean and quiet
Amanda
Amanda, 3-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 25, 2025
overpriced for area, at $228 on Sat night; and uniquely cheap "white colorant" packet provided for coffee in place of a creamer packet!! Old, plain, clean Bed was comfortable
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 5, 2025
This place was ok but could have been better.
Vinay Vijay
Vinay Vijay, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 18, 2025
Clean
Jesus
Jesus, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 23, 2025
Great room, lot's of space. They serviced the every day. Close to restaurants and great location. Good Wifi and friendly staff.
Dale
Dale, 4-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 27, 2025
The bedding was full of holes; surrounding smell like laundry.
Hendrik
Hendrik, 3-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 26, 2025
The rooms were basic but clean, but the hotel did not feel safe. The motel corridors are exposed, and it was a terrible fight in the middle of the night
vyacheslav
vyacheslav, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 22, 2025
Property need a lot of cleaning and very old looking rooms
Ricardo
Ricardo, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 1, 2025
Bed was great. Shower hed great water pressure. Hair dryer did not work. Bathroom smelled. Cannot get anyone after hours.
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 15, 2025
Stayed there 2 nights. TV didn’t work both nights and the second night the WiFi kept disconnecting.
Hannah
Hannah, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 26, 2025
Everything was super clean & a smooth check in
Damaris
Damaris, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
This property was actually perfect for what I wanted. I just needed to stay one night near Monterey and a clean and affordable room. This fit the bill. The front desk person was very friendly and helpful. It’s an older property and so a tad shabby in spots, but it was clean and that was what mattered to me.
Meryl
Meryl, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 1, 2025
Very noisy you could hear everything
Jackie
Jackie, 4-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 2, 2025
No food options either there or in the immediate area. No coffee to be found anywhere. Not even in our room. We had to complain to get a tiny coffee maker in our room. I guess these folks don’t believe in the coffee experience. Room was cold and bare tile floor but clean and we did feel safe. Bed was at least comfortable..
Robin
Robin, 2-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 29, 2025
No soap. 2 towels. No internet. Chipped painted tub. Doors are all peeling on the interior. Exterior needs a good sweeping.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jul 7, 2025
Staff was friendly. Bathroom smelled of car fumes. Not sure if the air was being pulled in from the parking lot? Bathroom door was broken, bathroom tile was broken.
Karen
Karen, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 4, 2025
It's homie and comfy
Lady
Lady, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 6, 2025
Loved staying here and will recommend it to family and friends. It’s what a hotel should be with correct towels and actual comforters!