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Whispering Sands Motel

2.5 star property
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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains
Lobby
Reception
Exterior
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

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90 South Highway 95, Hanksville, UT, 84734
  • Place, Swing Arm City
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Capitol Reef National Park
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Place, Goblin Valley State Park
    ‪35 min drive‬
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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, Accessible | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Classic Room, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Whispering Sands Motel

This smoke-free motel features 3 restaurants, a snack bar/deli and a coffee shop/cafe. Free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a corner/local shop are on-site.
Whispering Sands Motel offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Whispering Sands Motel's great location. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Dining options include 3 restaurants and a coffee shop
  • Amenities include convenience store, a gift shop and laundry facilities
  • Guests have good things to say about the accommodation for the comfy beds and nice bathrooms
  • 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Mars Desert Research Center and 29.1 mi (46.8 km) from Capitol Reef National Park
There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Whispering Sands Motel also features gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in common area. Self parking is free.

This Hanksville motel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free on-the-go breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Whispering Sands Motel has 3 restaurants on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 3 PM - 10 PM.
Guests arriving after 10 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Whispering Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 586 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Room wellexceeded expectations in cleanliness an how nice it is. Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We did not have warm blankets when we made reservations in November
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valentyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff super!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice, up-to-date room, quick check in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect little unassuming place for base camp to explore. This is my go to spot for the south swell and capitol reef region!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, amenities were fine.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room. Modern bath upgrades with lots of hot water. Grab and go breakfast not outstanding but nice option in town with limited breakfast options. We have stayed here twice in last year and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Salt Spring Island

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was in great shape with all the amenities I was looking for. Clean and well laid out. Check in staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurie A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bed wasn’t very comfortable. Hotel needs some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rongsheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff was courteous. 2 improvement suggestions: 1. Even with shade pulled the outdoor lights at night still shed a lot of light into the room, and 2. My room was next to the laundry room on the first floor and the noise from there was slightly annoying.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renovation and cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean

way to expensive
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry, Santa Fe

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room. Nice bed. Didn't try the breakfast. Easy checkin.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay. Breakfast was very basic, not many options.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of very few options in Hanksville. Basic hotel, but very clean, with helpful staff. Quick “breakfast-to-go” was appreciated. Plenty of parking, and good dining options nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. It was a nice in-between stop while we visited the national parks in southern Utah.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk person was very friendly. Lots of parking. Easy walking distance to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok, nice shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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