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Sand Dollar Inn

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Sand Dollar Inn provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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7.0 out of 10
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  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
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  • 1 bedroom
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7.4 out of 10
Good
(29 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Seaside, Sand Dollar Inn is in an area with good shopping. Fisherman's Wharf and Pebble Beach Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Monterey Bay and Lovers Point. Check out an event or a game at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Seaside travel guide
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1875 Fremont Blvd, Seaside, CA, 93955

What's nearby

  • The Mesquite flat sand dunes in Death Valley which is the lowest, hottest, driest place in the USA, with an average annual rainfall of around 2 inches, some years it does not recei
    Eolian Dunes Preserve
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Scenic Vista on California State Route 1
    Monterey State Beach
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fort Ord Dunes State Park
    Fort Ord Dunes State Park
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • North Fremont Street
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Pacchetti Dog Park
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station
    18 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    3 min walk
  • Panera Bread
    13 min walk
  • Starbucks
    5 min walk
  • Panda Express
    4 min walk

About this property

Sand Dollar Inn

Motel near Fisherman's Wharf
Sand Dollar Inn provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Sand Dollar Inn boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 33.90
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 33.90

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 60 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation
  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 33.90 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 33.90 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from January to December
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Magic Carpet Inn
Magic Carpet Inn Seaside
Magic Carpet Seaside
Magic Carpet Lodge Seaside
Magic Carpet Lodge
Sand Dollar Inn Motel
Sand Dollar Inn Seaside
Sand Dollar Inn Motel Seaside

Frequently asked questions

Does Sand Dollar Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Sand Dollar Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 60 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sand Dollar Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 33.90 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Sand Dollar Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 33.90 (subject to availability).

Where is Sand Dollar Inn located?

Situated in Seaside, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Eolian Dunes Preserve and Monterey State Beach. Fort Ord Dunes State Park and North Fremont Street are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sand Dollar Inn Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.8

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 405 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 160 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 114 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 113 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room / friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Imran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, secure parking, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Staff & service
For the price great stay quiet room !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Pros - Central location, good price, easy check in and out. Cons - beds were hard, many outlets did not work, none of the EV chargers worked, only two tiny trash cans.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was decent. The microwave and coffeemaker were a nice plus. Easy to check in and check out and location is convenient. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room was good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. The options on TV chanels was a good variety. Plenty of parking. Decent options such as target, lucks and fast food all a couole of minutes away The only draw back was the shower. The wall had a hole in it the size of a quarter and the water presure was non existent. I began refering to it as a misting closet. Overall a good no frills place to stay if you need a place to crash.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was simple but quality. Clean rooms, friendly staff and great rates. What more could I ask?
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They hv small decks off the rooms. Ours overlooked the pool. We could leave our patio door open-that was nice. Great bed, good sheets n towels. Walk in shower which we loved. Had all of the hair/body amenities! Coffee in the room. After we had told older man in the am we did not want housekeeping that day-he failed to let them know. They came into our room which we did not want. They then gave us a DND sign to hang on the door! Places to eat n things to do for easy to get up. Montetey is a beautiful city! We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom-Lukas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good, the location was very convenient and the staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was a little cold and slightly noisy but still very fine.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean... Beds were comfortable... Loved that it had good size fridge/freezer and a microwave and coffee maker
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Odalys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and spacious room, comfortable bed. A perfect hotel to spend a night. Very nice staff. There are good restaurants, such as Sarita's restaurant that you can walk to their
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jackee

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok the pricing was good for one night stay, traveling with husband and 3 kids. If your a single person looking for a cheap price and a quick stay this would be ok place to be but for a family no way. They had a pool but couldn’t swim because it was dirty with what looked like toilet paper! Checking in was a slow process. The room smelled clean and beds looked ok but there was dog food left on the floor from previous person. Hair dryer did not work. They have a bathtub but no faucet that can fill the bathtub just the shower head. We needed more towels so we tried using the phone in the room to call front desk but the phones do not work at all. Room door does not have a 2nd lock like most hotels would have but On the plus side microwave and fridge work.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always great and friendly service. Clean, spacious rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Last minute booking and was surprise. The cleanliness and comfortable bed was a good stop on a road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the hotel, everything was nice and clean. Staff very friendly. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I frequently stay at the Sand Dollar. It's budget friendly and the staff is always helpful. The pool is well maintained and they have an elevator which is a godsend when you're on the 3rd floor.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Nice place

Nice clean room, friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bed and the pillows were very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Tom

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pretty run-down. Sanitation not so great. Small rooms. Friendly enough staff. Location is fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value. All appliances worked. Plenty of hot water. Good bed. Nice staff always on duty.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damaris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was super clean & a smooth check in
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and affordable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay clean and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was fast and easy. Very nice workers. Room was clean. People above us stomped all night. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025