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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
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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, North Caineville Mesa
    ‪16 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

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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
(12 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

Motel with 3 restaurants, in the vicinity of Mars Desert Research Center
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.

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Whispering Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 589 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

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

10/10 Excellent

Jean, Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was available and very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen, Lakewood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Its a convenient place to stay for exploring BLM areas around Hanksville
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

JinSook

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent motel. Friendly front desk staff. Close to Goblin State Park. Noise carries through room walls. No hand soap, iron, alarm clock or door peephole.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe, Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, well maintained and clean rooms, and breakfast. Definitely the place to stay if Hanksville is an overnight for you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aliaksandr

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Thank you for service!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
S
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always choosing to stay here whenever we feel like being away from the slc for a minute and it’s always wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable room in the middle of nowhere
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a clean and comfortable place to stay. They serve light breakfast and coffee or tea. Well recommended place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

All was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really comfortable stay And Brittini was especially helpful and accommodating. I’d recommend for anyone staying in Hanksville.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick. In and out. No complaints. Just needed a place to shower and sleep. It was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel, Edmonton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Clean. Friendly and helpful staff. Loved we were able to park right in front of our hotel door. Walked to restaurant next door. Very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ARTHUR, HARRISON

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t have pets but they asked
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room good set up.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needed a place to stay for the night with laundry on the way to Moab. Laundry was very convenient here (uses quarters- $3 wash, $1 dry). There were some critters that we had to deal with in the room, but to be expected in the desert. Bed was comfy, but AC unit was loud (free sound machine, I guess?).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a tiny remote little town. It was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. They could have skimped and done less because there are few options to choose from. I would definitely recommend it if you’re exploring around the Hanksville area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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