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Sands Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Riverside with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Front of property
Room, 1 Queen Bed | Bathroom | Towels, soap, shampoo, toilet paper
Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Reception

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Single Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
10625 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA, 92505

What's nearby

  • Kaiser Permanente Hospital Riverside - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Galleria at Tyler - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Castle Park Amusement Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • La Sierra University - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • California Baptist University - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Riverside-La Sierra Station - 9 min drive
  • Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪La Michoacana Bonita - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mamma Mia Restaurant and Bar - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Sands Motel

Motel near California Baptist University
Sands Motel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Tubs or showers and shampoo
  • Heating and housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (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 smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Sands Motel Motel
Sands Motel Riverside
Sands Motel Motel Riverside

Frequently asked questions

Does Sands Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sands Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sands Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sands Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sands Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Sands Motel located?

Located in La Sierra, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Kaiser Permanente Hospital Riverside and Galleria at Tyler. Castle Park Amusement Park and Bowlero Riverside are also within 2 mi (3 km). Riverside-La Sierra Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 192 out of 619 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 619 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 619 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 619 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 195 out of 619 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely liked everything about this hotel. From delicious dining options to cozy rooms with stunning views, everything exceeded my expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its cheaper but a good place to stay with that in mind
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness
There were alot of homeless people around when I checked in and out at 3am
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great prices for a quick stay or business trip where a hotel isn’t an option, staff is good and the location has a lot of attractions. The place isn’t a 5 star hotel but it is a place to stay and spend the night, smoking rooms are always a plus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

NOORJASHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good staff, clean, affordable, easy access
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would like my money back , the staff was very rude and the room was dirty .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salvador Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramsess

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Friendly and clean rooms close to all the stores too
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nickie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I went to the market at 6 am returned at 7 am and my key had already locked me out . This happens often here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nickie

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They’ve charged me 2 deposits here at this property . I have yet to receive a credit to my card. There are definitely hidden fees at this location. Management is rude and obnoxious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Many dining options close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ray

Disliked: Staff & service
The guy who helped me was rude
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nickie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room has Two leaks. Other than that all was well .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
My go to place when visiting the area...great staff and prices can't be beat
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Although it is an older motel the owners are renovating things for the better.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

April

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will never stay here again I felt so unsafe as a single women staying alone the door didn’t lock at all so I had to keep something on the door so I could sleep safe at night . Tv barely worked also . Tried to talk to someone but they never got back to me twice it was horrible. Never again I feel like I got catfished but with a hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesadra

Liked: Staff & service
Nice management
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra E.

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was seedy. Shower dripped, no hangers, cover on bed was dirty, tiles in bathroom broken.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay at sands motel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was fine and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jason

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay the price is right
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacob

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although it is an older property, the owners are working on renovations and keeping the property safe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025