Motel in Seaside

Sand Dollar Inn

7.2/10 Good | 545 Reviews
2-star motel
Sand Dollar Inn

1875 Fremont Boulevard | Seaside, CALIFORNIA 93955, US View Map

7.2 Good 545 Reviews View Map
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In every room: Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV · Bath or Shower · Refrigerator

Queen Room - Disability Access

270 ft²

Accessible bath/showerAccessible roomEntire unit located on ground floor

Deluxe King Room

270 ft²

Desk

Queen Room

270 ft²

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Deluxe Double Room

270 ft²

Desk

Key facts

Property type
2-star motel
Area
Seaside
Address
1875 Fremont Boulevard | Seaside, CALIFORNIA 93955, US
Nearby landmark
David Cutino Park · 0.3 mi (straight line)
Nearest airport
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) · 2.0 mi (straight line)
Check-in / check-out
15:00 / 11:00
Top facilities
Swimming pool, Free parking, Free Wi-Fi, Pet-friendly rooms, 24-hour front desk
Rooms
44
Guest score
7.2/10 from 545 reviews

Overview

Highlights, description and the facilities guests use most.

  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Great for activities
  • Located in heart of Seaside
  • Excellent room comfort & quality

About Sand Dollar Inn

This Seaside hotel is 10 minutes' drive away from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, an outdoor swimming pool and free on-site parking. The Sand Dollar Inn features cable TV and free local calls in every guest room.

Each room is also equipped with ironing facilities. A elevator and luggage carts are also available. Pebble Beach is 15 minutes' drive from The Magic Carpet Lodge in Seaside.

Monterey State University Monterey Bay is less than 4 miles away. EV Charging is available on site. All of our guest rooms use a keyless entry system; you will receive a unique access code valid for the duration of your stay.

ADA guests who prefer a traditional entry method are welcome to request a physical key from our team. Enjoy a smooth, secure, and modern start to your visit!

Top Amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Pet-friendly

Location

1875 Fremont Boulevard | Seaside, CALIFORNIA 93955, US

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Services & Facilities

29 amenities in 10 categories.

Accessibility

6 items
  • Visual aids Braille/Tactile signs
  • Facilities for disabled guests available
  • Accessible toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible parking
  • Lower bathroom sinks available

Food & Drinks

1 item
  • Vending machine

General

8 items
  • Pets Allowed
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Express Check-In/Check-Out
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking property
  • Electronic room key
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  • Pets allowed (charges may apply)
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available

Media & Technology

1 item
  • Free Wi-Fi

Outdoor Recreation

1 item
  • Golf Course

Room Amenities

4 items
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke alarms
  • Fire extinguishers
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Security

1 item
  • CCTV security in common areas

Services and Conveniences

2 items
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Laundry services

Swimming & Soaking

3 items
  • Swimming Pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fence around pool

Transportation

2 items
  • Free Parking
  • On-site parking

Policies

Check-in, check-out and house rules.

  • Check-in
    15:00
  • Check-out
    11:00
  • Front desk [24-hour]
Internet
WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Children and extra bed policy
Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 10 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. You haven't added any cots. You haven't added any extra beds.

FAQs about Sand Dollar Inn

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sand Dollar Inn?
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00.
What is there to see near Sand Dollar Inn?
Places nearby include David Cutino Park, Metz Park and Beta Park.
Which facilities does Sand Dollar Inn have?
Facilities include swimming pool, free parking, free Wi-Fi, pet-friendly rooms and 24-hour front desk.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes, there is a swimming pool.
Is parking available?
Yes, free parking is available.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed (charges may apply).
How far is Sand Dollar Inn from the airport?
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) is about 2.0 mi away in a straight line.

Guest Score and Reviews

Loved by Guests, Trusted for Excellence

7.2 /10
Good
Based on 545 Reviews
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Mohammad
Solo Traveler · Nov 2, 2025
1.0

Unpleasant, room has very hot water that you cant take shower at all, Liked: Good Disliked: Not cooperative

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Mark
Family with young children · Nov 15, 2025
6.0

Eh Liked: Room was great and the price to match but, the bathroom had Luke warm water and the bathtub switch was removed with a paper towel crammed in it as a replacement so that was gross. Disliked: Bathroom

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Roman
Solo Traveler · Nov 16, 2025
10.0

Liked: Close to fast food places Disliked: I only got clean towels for so many days and I stayed 4nights and I didn’t get enough clean towels

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Roman
Solo Traveler · Dec 8, 2025
10.0

Liked: I like the place is clean I especially like ? the room with a balcony view. Thank you ?

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Stacey
Group Traveler · Dec 22, 2025
7.0

It was local to everything I wanted to visit and was economical. Liked: The staff was very friendly. Disliked: The room could have been aired out and a little cleaner

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Roman
Solo Traveler · Dec 27, 2025
10.0

Liked: I like ? it because it’s close to fast food places . Disliked: There was nothing I didn’t like ?

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Kunkel
Solo Traveler · Dec 30, 2025
8.0

Happy days ?. Liked: Everything was great ?.

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Justin
Group Traveler · Jan 19, 2026
4.0

Liked: Staff was VERY helpful. Location was great. Sheets and towels seemed fresh and clean. Disliked: Hole in the bathroom door and shower tile, also walls had dents and dings all over. The rooms seemed like what I might expect at a cheap motel. We payed almost $525 for a room with two queen beds,

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Aaron
Couple · Jan 19, 2026
5.0

You get what you pay for, low price for the area Liked: Plus is there is plenty of parking, and the staff are nice. The bed was comfy and the room was decent sized. Mini fridge, microwave, and coffee maker in the room are good amenities. Disliked: A little dingy, not the cleanest place I've stayed (

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Sarah
Couple · Feb 2, 2026
10.0

We will be returning, as usual! Liked: The staff is always so nice and accommodating. They help place me in a room/location my partner and I love, and the check in process is always seamless. The beds are comfortable and the high ceilings on the upper floors make the room feel really open and relaxi

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Juan
Group Traveler · Feb 26, 2026
10.0

Will come again. Liked: The location was good, and my room looked and smelled really clean. The guy at the front desk was really nice and helpful. Disliked: I bought a candy from the vending machine that was really old.

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Rhiannon
Group Traveler · Mar 8, 2026
1.0

Furious Liked: The location was close to attractions Disliked: We are a family of 5 who checked in for one night to see the aquarium. Check out is at 11 am so we left at 8 am to see the beach for 2 hours then return and shower before checking out to visit the aquarium. We left our do not disturb sig

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Severyn
Family with young children · Mar 9, 2026
8.0

Liked: Room and bathroom were clean and had everything we needed for stay. The price was great.

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Angelin
Family with young children · Apr 1, 2026
8.0

Good Price & Convenient Liked: The location of the hotel was very convenient. The surrounding establishments included fast foods, restaurants, retail stores, grocery stores and many other. We didn't have to travel more than 5-10 minutes to get to those areas. Disliked: When we arrived to our room, i

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Ashley
Solo Traveler · Apr 5, 2026
6.0

Decent for price and location Liked: Close to beach, lots of restaurants to chose from in close proximity Disliked: Bed was uncomfortable, bathroom could use a little tlc (tub was stained, hole in shower wall under valve to turn on water), Rotten fruit left in fridge.

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J
Family with young children · Apr 12, 2026
6.0

Okay for the price Liked: Great price Disliked: It has some modern touches, but more detailed attention to the facilities could be made. Torn office chair, rust around the door frame, missing chain lock on entry door, scratches on wooden bathroom fixtures, unappealing window package, almost empty to

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Gloria
Solo Traveler · Apr 14, 2026
8.0

Liked: It was a budget friendly hotel, fairly clean inside. It was convenient to shopping and restaurants in town. Disliked: Outside stairs, elevator, and hallways were not that clean.

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Bertha
Family with young children · Apr 20, 2026
4.0

Too late to change lodging. Disliked: Bathroom was dirty upon check in. Door was damaged, no screen on sliding door which didn't lock.

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Kevin
Couple · Apr 28, 2026
6.0

Perfect localization Liked: The localization is good (close of beach, 15min of Monterey). The room is big and correct Disliked: Expensive for the service. No breakfast. Oldschool hotel

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Angela
Couple · May 4, 2026
10.0

Liked: It’s very nice and clean Disliked: None to complain about it

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Karolis
Solo Traveler · May 6, 2026
4.0

Liked: Nothing Disliked: The rooms are connected by two doors, so you can hear everything on the other side, and the person there was really loud and watched TV all night. Also, it's an old, beat-up hotel that could be cleaner.

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ButterDog
Family with young children · May 9, 2026
10.0

convenient place, large room Liked: super friendly staff and owner Disliked: the shelf on top of the hanger needs some cleaning

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Gloria
Couple · May 9, 2026
10.0

It was great Liked: it was confortable, the room was clean and wide the area was great Disliked: more towels and linen water to drink

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Kim
Couple · May 11, 2026
10.0

It was a great value for the price and parking wasn't extra. Liked: We enjoyed that we could park within view of our room. There was a handle in the shower. The receptionist quickly got an extra towel for us. The room had a high ceiling, had a fridge and mircowave and a small table to use for eating

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Mark
Solo Traveler · May 20, 2026
1.0

Liked: The room was on the 3rd floor, I was able to keep an ear/eye on my vehicle Disliked: Customer service was subpar, I was outside at a service window for 20 minutes while the manager was registering me, I asked to schedule a wake up and I was rebuttaled with I should just my own device for an a

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Fernando
Solo Traveler · Sep 11, 2023
10.0

Very clean room

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Ewa
Traveling as Couple · Sep 24, 2023
7.0

Good location and service.

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Wayne
young couple · Sep 26, 2023
2.0

Bed was comfortable

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Rembrant
Traveling as Couple · Sep 28, 2023
5.0

Easy to check in. Easy to check out, just drop the key card in the box. Plenty of parking space. No traffic, minimal traffic noise, but still close to the locations. Has fridge, microwave, some toiletries. Most affordable in the area at that time. Receptionist is nice guy.

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David
young couple · Oct 7, 2023
2.0

Cheap and relaxed cancellation policy.

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