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Sand Dollar Inn: Traveler Reviews

2.0 of 5
171 Post Road, Route 1, Westerly, RI 02891
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“Inexpensive, basic but clean”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 10, 2012

Some of the reviews trashed this place. I had no issues with it. Sure, it's out of the way and short on frills. There's no breakfast and I never could connect with their wifi. But the room was clean, even the bathroom. The bed was firm and comfortable. No coffee maker, but there was a fridge. I would have no problem staying here again.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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“Nice Budget Hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 3, 2012

I attend a music festival in Charlestown for Labor Day weekend, and I have stayed in several hotels in the area over the years. Most are run down and expensive, and don't even offer a cup of coffee in the morning. While this place looks a little dumpy from the outside, our room was clean and pleasant, with a recent bathroom renovation. The manager and his wife were very nice, continental breakfast in the morning (you can take it to your room, or use the large dining table in a communal area.) and the price was right. Can't unclick the rating area below.....no pool, but it is near to the beach.

  • Stayed August 2012, traveled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Do not recommend to anyone!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed August 25, 2012 via mobile

They listed a visitor policy stating guests are allowed until 7pm and then kicked our guests out as soon as they arrived! The owners were spying on us from the moment we walked in and we weren't able to rest. It was very uncomfortable, the hotel was dirty and the owners were extremely rude. It was not worth the money. I don't recommend this hotel!

  • Stayed August 2012
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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“All that was missing was Norman Bates”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed July 25, 2012

Booked through Expedia. Included the two teenagers in our booking, only to find we needed to pay an additional $25.00 per child when we arrived. Owner refused to back down for quite some time and then eventually agreed to a total of $25.00 extra for the two children. We were too exhausted to argue further. I can't even begin to describe the decor. Truly, it is the Bates Motel minus Norman. This place should come with a free therapy session upon checkout. I still envision the place when I close my eyes at night. I can't escape the horror. I post here only in the hopes I can save just one person from experiencing The Sand Dollar Inn. Even the marigolds outside the place are hanging their heads in shame.

  • Stayed July 2012, traveled with family
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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“where guest first is the theme”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 22, 2012

otherwise many hotels are budget hotels in the world but unique management to say guest first

I strongly recommend this as a budget hotel

Room Tip: i do not comment on swimming pool or place as spa but as a budget hotel it an excellent place for...
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  • Stayed May 2012, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Sand Dollar Hotel Westerly
Sand Dollar Hotel
Address: 171 Post Road, Route 1, Westerly, RI 02891
Region: United States > Rhode Island > South County > Westerly
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Ranked #7 of 9 hotels in Westerly
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Hotel Class:2 star (2*)
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