Just 4 minutes’ walk from Eastern New Mexico University, this motel features air-conditioned rooms with free wired internet. Oasis State Park is 9 miles away. A cable TV with HBO film channels, a refrigerator and a microwave are included in all guest rooms at Sands Motel. Each en suite bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer. Free coffee and water are also offered in each room. Motel Sands is 1 mile from Portales Historical Marker. Tours of the Sunland Peanut are available 8 minutes’ drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
3 large double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
5.0
Low score for Portales
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Estes
    United States United States
    Staff was friendly and location was just right for my travel needs.
  • S
    Susan
    United States United States
    The motel is in an excellent location. It is centrally located and easy to get in and out of while in town for the weekend.
  • Marcie
    United States United States
    Great location. Clean, comfortable beds! Always enjoy our stay at the Sands Motel. :)

Property surroundings

Facilities of Sands Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Alarm clock
Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Wake-up service
    • 24-hour front desk
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Sands Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 13:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    Check-out

    From 09:30 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 21

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Sands Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    FAQs about Sands Motel

    • Sands Motel is 0.8 miles from the centre of Portales. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Sands Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, Sands Motel is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Room options at Sands Motel include:

      • Family
      • Double

    • Check-in at Sands Motel is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Sands Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):