Sandy Shore Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Misquamicut State Beach. You can relax with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges, and the 2 restaurants are nice spots to grab a bite to eat. A beach bar and a terrace are other highlights. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London) - 35 min drive
T.F. Green Airport (PVD) - 47 min drive
North Kingstown, RI (NCO-Quonset State) - 51 min drive
Newport, RI (NPT-Newport State) - 59 min drive
Fishers Island, NY (FID-Elizabeth Field) - 100 min drive
Block Island, RI (BID-Block Island State) - 104 min drive
Montauk, NY (MTP) - 18.2 miles/29.3 km
Westerly Station - 13 min drive
Mystic Station - 27 min drive
New London Union Station - 28 min drive
Restaurants
7-Eleven - 5 min drive
Burger King - 6 min drive
Andrea Seaside Restaurant & Bar - 6 min walk
Paddy's Restaurant & Hotel - 2 min walk
Windjammer Surf Bar - 17 min walk
About this property
Sandy Shore Motel
Sandy Shore Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Misquamicut State Beach. You can relax with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges, and the 2 restaurants are nice spots to grab a bite to eat. A beach bar and a terrace are other highlights. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
Hotel size
34 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Express check-in/out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:00 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
Other information
Designated smoking areas
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:30 AM
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Beach bar
What to do
On a private beach
Surfing/body boarding
Fishing
Whale-watching nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Beach sun loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1984
ATM/banking
Picnic area
Terrace
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Sleep well
Pillowtop mattress
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
Misquamicut Ocean Bar - This beachfront cocktail bar specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Gino's By The Beach - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 6.00 to 14.95 for adults, and USD 5.00 to 10.00 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 20 per stay
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Sandy Shore
Sandy Shore Motel
Sandy Shore Motel Westerly
Sandy Shore Westerly
Sandy Shore Motel Motel
Sandy Shore Motel Westerly
Sandy Shore Motel Motel Westerly
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Sandy Shore Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Sandy Shore Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sandy Shore Motel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Sandy Shore Motel and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like fishing and surfing. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy amenities like 2 bars, a private beach, and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Sandy Shore Motel?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining, American cuisine, and ocean views.
Does Sandy Shore Motel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Sandy Shore Motel like?
Sandy Shore Motel is in Misquamicut, a short 4-minute drive from Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State) and 14 minutes' walk from Misquamicut State Beach. Travelers love the motel's prime location.
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Reviews
Sandy Shore Motel Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The beach was a highlight with many guests praising its beauty, accessibility, and perfect location right on the property. (64 reviews)
Breakfast options were conveniently located nearby and received high praise for quality and service. (3 reviews)
Clean beautiful room, wonderfully staff and amazing beach views made the stay worth it!
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4/10 Fair
Aug 26, 2026
room was clean , bed was OK, loud thin walls, can hear the bathroom toilets from other rooms flush, limited parking
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2026
Super comfortable room right on the beach
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2026
We had a great stay with our family (2 children under 9). Beach view and super easy access to beach and beach bar at place. Would recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2026
Clean room, beautiful view of the private beach and bar on the shore.
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2026
Great motel, beautiful views, friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2026
It is an old motel but it is updated and clean. Beds are comfortable and the staff friendly and my friends and I love the bar on the beach. Always a great time!
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2026
Rooms were updated and comfortable. Bar is right on beach. Bartenders were great. Theoutside of the motel could use some updating. The streaming setup they use with their tvs is terrible. Nothing plays continuously. It wouldve been nice to be able to watch the world cup games while changing from beach attire to evening attire.
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10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2026
Renovated room was really nice. They are still working on a few things.
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10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2026
Wow! The host was great and helped me park my bike in a safe spot as I was not comfortable to ride and park in the sand parking, especially after a long 1000 km trip day!
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2025
Great location and staff were great, friendly and helpful
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2025
Excellent beach view, clean room and comfortable bed with friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2026
The room was very clean and updated. Location is perfect and central. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Great place. Friendly staff and directly on the beach.
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8/10 Very good
Aug 26, 2025
Excellent location and staff very friendly and helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
Fun place to stay. Great location and the staff are very friendly and accommodating.
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2/10 Poor
Jul 5, 2026
We were disappointed. Some rooms looked better than others but ours was worn out and and had old, loud air conditioning that hung right over the bed and a loud industrial fan of some sort kicking on outside our window during the night. Add the constant music playing from the bar most of the day until 1am. This place is not quiet. If you want to sit at their beachside bar, this is the place for you. It is giant and right on the water but it overshadows their small beach so if that’s not your scene, stay somewhere else. The staff was very helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2025
Nice room with perfect view!
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Great comfy room, directly on the beach. Can't wait to stay again!
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8/10 Very good
May 20, 2026
We definitely had a good view of the beach and the room was spotless. so why 4 stars instead of 5.
There were no soap dishes in the shower. the shower enclosure was very clean and very stylish - it's just those soap dishes that were missing
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2025
Great place, great people
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8/10 Very good
Jul 10, 2026
Overall our stay was very good. The room was clean, bright white towels and bedding was clean.
This was our 1st time staying here.
The only drawback was power outage when using the AC and blow dryer in our room #5.
The fuse popped and the staff resolved very quickly. I recommend adding another fuse for the AC so this doesn’t occur.
It would’ve been great to have a small Keurig machine for coffee & tea. But that isn’t a deal breaker for us!
We will be back again next July for my Mom’s birthday celebration. 😊
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2025
Very clean room and the beach view couldn't be better.