Sand Dollar Inn

2.0 star property
Seaside motel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Lobby
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Coffee service
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

7.4 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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 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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About the neighborhood

Map
1875 Fremont Blvd, Seaside, CA, 93955

What's nearby

  • Del Monte Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • 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
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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

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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

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

Love the hotel, everything was nice and clean. Staff very friendly. Would stay again
Bianca, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

It’s an OK hotel.
Kristopher, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

The bed and the pillows were very comfortable
Cecilia, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

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, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean and affordable
Jesus, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay clean and quiet
Amanda, 3-night trip

6/10 Okay

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, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This place was ok but could have been better.
Vinay Vijay, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Clean
Jesus, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Great room, lot's of space. They serviced the every day. Close to restaurants and great location. Good Wifi and friendly staff.
Dale, 4-night trip

4/10 Poor

The bedding was full of holes; surrounding smell like laundry.
Hendrik, 3-night trip

6/10 Okay

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, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

Property need a lot of cleaning and very old looking rooms
Ricardo, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Bed was great. Shower hed great water pressure. Hair dryer did not work. Bathroom smelled. Cannot get anyone after hours.
Michelle, 2-night trip

4/10 Poor

Stayed there 2 nights. TV didn’t work both nights and the second night the WiFi kept disconnecting.
Hannah, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Everything was super clean & a smooth check in
Damaris, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

Very noisy you could hear everything
Jackie, 4-night trip

6/10 Okay

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, 2-night trip

4/10 Poor

No soap. 2 towels. No internet. Chipped painted tub. Doors are all peeling on the interior. Exterior needs a good sweeping.
Kathleen, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

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, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It's homie and comfy
Lady, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved staying here and will recommend it to family and friends. It’s what a hotel should be with correct towels and actual comforters!
Aaron, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

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Phillip, 1-night trip