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Sand Dollar Motel

2.5 star property

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A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
A living room with a blue wall, a ceiling fan, and a large window.
A two-story building with a sign reading "Sand Dollar Motel."
Family Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Balcony, Bay View | Balcony view
A living room with a dark brown leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area with blue cabinets and a stainless steel range hood.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar

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101 Henderson Blvd, Atlantic Beach, NC, 28512
  • Place, Triple S Marina
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Coast Beaches
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Macon State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a computer.

Family Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a painting of a lighthouse, and a sign indicating a smoking area.

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Economy Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Balcony, Bay View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Balcony, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 84 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bunk Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Sand Dollar Motel

This motel features 4 beach bars, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Other amenities include a vending machine. Limited housekeeping is available.
Sand Dollar Motel offers 11 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Atlantic Beach motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in April 2025.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Sand Dollar Motel, you're just a quick walk from Triple S Marina. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 4 beach bars.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the 4 beach bars
  • Amenities include a vending machine
  • Steps from Triple S Marina and 12 minutes on foot from Fort Macon State Park
Sand Dollar Motel offers its guests a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 4 beach bars. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Atlantic Beach motel.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • 4 beach bars

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated guestrooms - April 2025

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 10 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. 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

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Sand Dollar Motel Atlantic Beach
Sand Dollar Atlantic Beach
Sand Dollar Motel Motel
Sand Dollar Motel Atlantic Beach
Sand Dollar Motel Motel Atlantic Beach

Sand Dollar Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 473 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 473 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 473 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 473 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 473 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, kind staff, worthwhile stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adiel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, rooms were very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a simple stay in a Clean property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and helpful The room was great and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean the staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Anant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very helpful and I enjoyed talking with him.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was easy accessible and very clean and comfortable. Staff went above and beyond to make sure we had a great stay at the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great place to stay !!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with everything you need, and Billy the property manager was wonderful. This is a small, no-frills hotel, but it was just what we needed. We weren’t there for a resort; we needed a nice, clean, safe place to stay in Atlantic Beach. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
For the money it was fine and served our needs! Close to the public beach which was our number one priority!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Great room with great rate!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms are clean, the staff is very friendly and attentive. It is an older motel but I've stayed here several times and I couldn't be happier.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Enya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A great stay for sure! The rooms was clean, the location was convenient and the property manager was outstanding - thanks so much!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Darnell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, clean, spacious, kind staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for the price, Friendly staff, nice rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice location and great price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Jared

Disliked: Staff & service
Billy was a rude awful human being.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Tory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Long weekend visit

Great location, staff is very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our time here and will visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice basic road side beach hotel. Will stay agai
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bryant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Start was very helpful, responsive. And a pleasure to rent from.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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