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    Sands by the Sea

    143 Reviews
    #4 of 9 Hotels in York Beach
    15 Ocean Avenue, PO Box 300, York Beach, York, ME
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    4.0
    143 reviews
    • Excellent53%
    • Very good29%
    • Average15%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible2%
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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    The week of peace

    Have not been here in years and just went back on July 4th this year. Owners Tate and Erin Duffy are wonderful. They have a new store next door now. Yummy selections. Rooms were clean as always. Awesome for a family trip since it is...More

    Thank tbvb0709
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Great location

    Our recent stay the Sands by the Sea was satisfactory. The rooms are dated but were clean and spacious, although calling the room we had a "suit" was a bit of a stretch. The downside is parking. There is no assigned parking for each room,...More

    Thank charlee512016
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    They do it right every time!!!

    yes I review every year but I wouldn't return if wasn't worth it!!...Tate/Paul/Joe and the gang do everything right. If you work with them/website/etc then you know you are getting a great deal for $$$. Looking forward already to next year!!. Thanks!

    Thank CoachK2525
    Reviewed November 2, 2016 via mobile
    Great location!!

    Went up to York for a weekend with some friends. this hotel was the only place that had a reasonable price for the two night minimum everywhere was requiring. Room was clean, bed was comfortable, and it was right downtown! even though they were closing...More

    Thank giagia51622
    Reviewed October 30, 2016
    Nice place, great location

    We stayed here in August for a wedding at the Union Bluff Hotel (no way I was paying what they were asking). The Sands was reasonably priced for the location but by no means cheap - but then nothing in York Beach is in the...More

    Thank dcaiani
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    About
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    Amenities
    • Top amenities
    • Pool
    • Free Parking
    • Beachfront
    • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
    • Hotel Amenities
    • Free Parking
    • Room amenities
    • Air Conditioning
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator in room
    • Things to do
    • Pool
    Details
    • Price range
    • $124 - $169 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    • Hotel class
    • Room types
    • Non-Smoking Rooms ,
    • Suites ,
    • Kitchenette
    • Number of rooms
    • 60
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    • Sands By The Sea Maine/York - York Beach
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    mnbenedicto
    May 27, 2017|
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    Hello and thank you for your question. Unfortunately we are not pet friendly. If you have any other questions please let us know! Have a great day. Paul Roy General Manager
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    July 19, 2014|
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    Response from SandsbytheSeaMotel | Property representative |
    Hello and thank you for your question, We do still have some availability for this summer. You would want to go on our website or call our reservation line at 207-363-2211. We hope to hear from you soon. Have a wonderful... More
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    "upstairs center gives full view of beach"
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    "Ocean view at end of each level and suites (weekly only) are awesome!"
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    "If you need some bath accommodation, recommend you ask for a shower/tub with grab bar installed."
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    "Second floor offer the best views of the beach"
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