The Sands Motel
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About this property
Centrally located motel with free parking, air-conditioned rooms, and complimentary Wi-Fi in Boulder City.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 25 air-conditioned rooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at The Sands Motel, you'll be centrally located in Boulder City, within a 15-minute drive of Hoover Dam and Boulder City Hoover Dam Museum. This motel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Northshore Peak and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Grace Community Church.
What's nearby
Northshore Peak(0.3 miles)
Boulder City Hoover Dam Museum(0.4 miles)
Grace Community Church(0.5 miles)
Boulder Bowl(0.6 miles)
Wilbur Square Park(0.6 miles)
Boulder City Hospital(0.9 miles)
Nevada State Railroad Museum(0.9 miles)
Boulder City Golf Course(1.2 miles)
Bootleg Canyon Mountain Bike Park(1.3 miles)
Labyrinth(1.5 miles)
Boulder Creek Golf Club(1.5 miles)
See Spot Run(2 miles)
Hemenway Park(2.2 miles)
Cascata Golf Course(3.6 miles)
Railroad Pass Casino(4.3 miles)
Boulder City, NV (BLD-Boulder City Municipal)(3.1 miles)
Henderson, NV (HSH-Henderson Executive)(21.8 miles)
Harry Reid Intl. Airport (LAS)(24 miles)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Designated Smoking Area
Free Parking
Location
809 Nevada Hwy, Downtown Boulder City, Boulder City, Nevada, United States of America
Northshore Peak (0.3 miles)
Boulder City Hoover Dam Museum (0.4 miles)
Grace Community Church (0.5 miles)
Boulder Bowl (0.6 miles)
Wilbur Square Park (0.6 miles)
Boulder City Hospital (0.9 miles)
Room options
5
Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
14
Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
325 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
6
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
357 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews
8.7
Fabulous
Based on 685 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
5%
Couple
38%
Family
33%
Group
14%
Solo
8%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across the reviews, The Sands Motel is praised for clean, updated rooms with a retro vibe and friendly, accommodating staff, delivering good value and a simple, comfortable stay in Boulder City near Hoover Dam.
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What guests think
Across the reviews, The Sands Motel is praised for clean, updated rooms with a retro vibe and friendly, accommodating staff, delivering good value and a simple, comfortable stay in Boulder City near Hoover Dam.
Many note the walkable historic downtown location and proximity to Hoover Dam, while it’s a drive from the Las Vegas Strip and some find the surrounding area a bit run-down. Rooms are spacious and comfortable, but recurring negatives include loud in-room AC, small bathrooms, and occasional minor maintenance issues. There’s no on-site breakfast, yet restaurants and coffee are close by, and parking beside rooms is convenient, with rare busy-night scarcity and pet-friendly policies that do not include cats. Expect a straightforward, good-value base for exploring Boulder City and Hoover Dam.
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Facilities
Parking beside rooms and ample trailer spaces are praised, with occasional scarcity on busy nights. Pet-friendly policies and practical touches like a guest laundry and well-stocked ice machines are noted.
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10
Sally
Oct 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Although this is like an old mom & pop motel, rooms are spacious, great parking for trailer. Max's across the street, great food and bar is for locals, kind of like "Cheers" and the Southwest Diner was great breakfast. Friendly town! Not your fancy hotel, but we love to stay here and it's reasonable. We stay enroute to and from Phx, as snowbirders.
Although this is like an old mom & pop motel, rooms are spacious, great parking for trailer. Max's across the street, great food and bar is for locals, kind of like "Cheers" and the Southwest Diner was great breakfast. Friendly town! Not your fancy hotel, but we love to stay here and it's reasonable. We stay enroute to and from Phx, as snowbirders.
10
Jason
Apr 27, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Family owned with wonderful guest service. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Well stocked with ice in the machines. Lovely room decor with a positive vibe and charming amenities you wouldn’t expect at a motel. Love the retro fridge! We will definitely stay at the Sands Motel again.
Family owned with wonderful guest service. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Well stocked with ice in the machines. Lovely room decor with a positive vibe and charming amenities you wouldn’t expect at a motel. Love the retro fridge! We will definitely stay at the Sands Motel again.
10
Myrl
Apr 23, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great large space for our trailer, central and out of the way. Rooms are very nicely furnished, clean, we stayed here about 10 years ago and were very happy then also.
Great large space for our trailer, central and out of the way. Rooms are very nicely furnished, clean, we stayed here about 10 years ago and were very happy then also.
10
Sally
Apr 3, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
easy to park pull throughs...stay to and from as we snowbird in Idaho, if rooms available. not a fancy place, just a place comfy and cute.
easy to park pull throughs...stay to and from as we snowbird in Idaho, if rooms available. not a fancy place, just a place comfy and cute.
10
CHRISTIAN
Apr 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great motel. Good parking for trailers.
Great motel. Good parking for trailers.
10
Donna
Apr 23, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We loved the location and the retro styling. The room was clean and the desk staff was great. We were on a long trip so having the laundry room was a really nice amenity! I can't think of anything I would change.
We loved the location and the retro styling. The room was clean and the desk staff was great. We were on a long trip so having the laundry room was a really nice amenity! I can't think of anything I would change.
10
George
Feb 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was large! A king bed didn’t crowd it. The kitchen area with a mini frig with separate freezer, coffee pot and a microwave came in handy. The room has been redone with new carpet and flooring. The rooms were quiet with no noise from other rooms. But given that this is a motel with direct access from the lot (nice to be able to pull right into your own space and unload into the suite without stairs or walking a distance), there was some traffic noise from both the street and lot. It got quiet after 10 and wasn't an issue for us, but if you had a small kid trying to sleep early, it might be. The bathroom is small, but clean and functionable. Would definitely stay again if traveling in the area.
Our room was large! A king bed didn’t crowd it. The kitchen area with a mini frig with separate freezer, coffee pot and a microwave came in handy. The room has been redone with new carpet and flooring. The rooms were quiet with no noise from other rooms. But given that this is a motel with direct access from the lot (nice to be able to pull right into your own space and unload into the suite without stairs or walking a distance), there was some traffic noise from both the street and lot. It got quiet after 10 and wasn't an issue for us, but if you had a small kid trying to sleep early, it might be. The bathroom is small, but clean and functionable. Would definitely stay again if traveling in the area.
10
Stephen
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The rooms are remodeled. This motel is on the road in “historic” part of town. There are several nice restaurants within 3 minute walk. Parking lot is big and you can part in front of your room which is great for those, like me, riding a motorcycle. And the “price point” is great. Much better quality rooms than typical branded low end hotels.
The rooms are remodeled. This motel is on the road in “historic” part of town. There are several nice restaurants within 3 minute walk. Parking lot is big and you can part in front of your room which is great for those, like me, riding a motorcycle. And the “price point” is great. Much better quality rooms than typical branded low end hotels.
10
Sierra
Jan 18, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great little motel. Clean and comfortable. $20 to include your dog
Great little motel. Clean and comfortable. $20 to include your dog
10
Kea
Aug 4, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Let's start with the good, which is just about everything. - The staff was prompt and incredibly kind. I had to have a package sent ahead of me for the event I was attending and they received and had it waiting for me upon check in. - The room was clean, cool, and comfortable. I came in during the hottest week where the temps never dropped below 100F, not even in the dead of night, and I never felt unable to sleep from the heat. It was a little stuffy in the bathroom, but nothing unbearable. The little mini fridge was retro and adorable, and I appreciated that it had a sizable freezer section! The shower had excellent pressure and warmed up quickly. - The area was very quiet and comfortable. I expected it to be noisy, being right off a major road, but once I shut the door you could hardly hear a thing. So what could use improvement? - The doors only have one deadbolt. I would have felt a little more secure had I an extra latch to throw like most hotels do. I settled for scooting a heavy cooler in front of the door. - The shower drain could have used a little more attention. The room overall was clean, but the shower drain had some hair and gunk that I wiped up myself. - Parking is a little bit scarce. There were a couple busier nights where I had to park further down in front of other guests' rooms because there wasn't space in front of mine. Other than that, what a wonderful little place I found to stay. I'm glad I chose to stay here! Thanks for an excellent stay!
Let's start with the good, which is just about everything. - The staff was prompt and incredibly kind. I had to have a package sent ahead of me for the event I was attending and they received and had it waiting for me upon check in. - The room was clean, cool, and comfortable. I came in during the hottest week where the temps never dropped below 100F, not even in the dead of night, and I never felt unable to sleep from the heat. It was a little stuffy in the bathroom, but nothing unbearable. The little mini fridge was retro and adorable, and I appreciated that it had a sizable freezer section! The shower had excellent pressure and warmed up quickly. - The area was very quiet and comfortable. I expected it to be noisy, being right off a major road, but once I shut the door you could hardly hear a thing. So what could use improvement? - The doors only have one deadbolt. I would have felt a little more secure had I an extra latch to throw like most hotels do. I settled for scooting a heavy cooler in front of the door. - The shower drain could have used a little more attention. The room overall was clean, but the shower drain had some hair and gunk that I wiped up myself. - Parking is a little bit scarce. There were a couple busier nights where I had to park further down in front of other guests' rooms because there wasn't space in front of mine. Other than that, what a wonderful little place I found to stay. I'm glad I chose to stay here! Thanks for an excellent stay!
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is a strong point across reviews, with many calling rooms spotless and well kept. Minor exceptions include gritty floors or a shower drain needing attention, and an occasional strong disinfectant smell.
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wendie
Dec 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and quiet. Perfect for a weekend in Boulder City. Close to restaurants and shops.
Clean and quiet. Perfect for a weekend in Boulder City. Close to restaurants and shops.
10
Rick
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Super clean and updated.
Super clean and updated.
10
Adrienne
Apr 9, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
After reading other reviews, I chose this property based on the good comments. It didn’t disappoint!! Very clean, comfortable, and updated. Would stay here again.
After reading other reviews, I chose this property based on the good comments. It didn’t disappoint!! Very clean, comfortable, and updated. Would stay here again.
10
Matthew Kevin
Jan 7, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The price was great. It was far away from the Las Vegas Strip. The room was clean and comfortable. And the staff was awesome!
The price was great. It was far away from the Las Vegas Strip. The room was clean and comfortable. And the staff was awesome!
10
Richard
Sep 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were super friendly and helpful. Whole place was immaculate with a chilled out vibe akin to the 1960s - will definitely return
Staff were super friendly and helpful. Whole place was immaculate with a chilled out vibe akin to the 1960s - will definitely return
4
Eric
May 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Smelled of disinfectant. Crabby clerk. Fan in the bathroom howled. Sounded like it was self destructing.
Smelled of disinfectant. Crabby clerk. Fan in the bathroom howled. Sounded like it was self destructing.
8
Gale
Sep 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very cute. Everthing was clean except the floor. Needed to be swept. Could not walk barefoot without feeling the grit
The room was very cute. Everthing was clean except the floor. Needed to be swept. Could not walk barefoot without feeling the grit
10
Kea
Aug 4, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Let's start with the good, which is just about everything. - The staff was prompt and incredibly kind. I had to have a package sent ahead of me for the event I was attending and they received and had it waiting for me upon check in. - The room was clean, cool, and comfortable. I came in during the hottest week where the temps never dropped below 100F, not even in the dead of night, and I never felt unable to sleep from the heat. It was a little stuffy in the bathroom, but nothing unbearable. The little mini fridge was retro and adorable, and I appreciated that it had a sizable freezer section! The shower had excellent pressure and warmed up quickly. - The area was very quiet and comfortable. I expected it to be noisy, being right off a major road, but once I shut the door you could hardly hear a thing. So what could use improvement? - The doors only have one deadbolt. I would have felt a little more secure had I an extra latch to throw like most hotels do. I settled for scooting a heavy cooler in front of the door. - The shower drain could have used a little more attention. The room overall was clean, but the shower drain had some hair and gunk that I wiped up myself. - Parking is a little bit scarce. There were a couple busier nights where I had to park further down in front of other guests' rooms because there wasn't space in front of mine. Other than that, what a wonderful little place I found to stay. I'm glad I chose to stay here! Thanks for an excellent stay!
Let's start with the good, which is just about everything. - The staff was prompt and incredibly kind. I had to have a package sent ahead of me for the event I was attending and they received and had it waiting for me upon check in. - The room was clean, cool, and comfortable. I came in during the hottest week where the temps never dropped below 100F, not even in the dead of night, and I never felt unable to sleep from the heat. It was a little stuffy in the bathroom, but nothing unbearable. The little mini fridge was retro and adorable, and I appreciated that it had a sizable freezer section! The shower had excellent pressure and warmed up quickly. - The area was very quiet and comfortable. I expected it to be noisy, being right off a major road, but once I shut the door you could hardly hear a thing. So what could use improvement? - The doors only have one deadbolt. I would have felt a little more secure had I an extra latch to throw like most hotels do. I settled for scooting a heavy cooler in front of the door. - The shower drain could have used a little more attention. The room overall was clean, but the shower drain had some hair and gunk that I wiped up myself. - Parking is a little bit scarce. There were a couple busier nights where I had to park further down in front of other guests' rooms because there wasn't space in front of mine. Other than that, what a wonderful little place I found to stay. I'm glad I chose to stay here! Thanks for an excellent stay!
10
Tracy
Jan 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and tidy, this older motel was perfect for our one night stay. It was also in walking distance to downtown for coffee, breakfast, dinner etc. We were pleasantly surprised by how clean the entire city was.
Clean and tidy, this older motel was perfect for our one night stay. It was also in walking distance to downtown for coffee, breakfast, dinner etc. We were pleasantly surprised by how clean the entire city was.
10
Frank
Apr 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice clean and quiet motel just off the main street thru town. It appears newly renovated. Our unit with twin queens had a separate room which had a refrigerator freezer coffee maker and microwave. The room was quiet, even when a douche bag came in after 11 pm slamming doors and talking loud we just heard muffled noise. The central location to many restaurants was a plus. When we return we will gladly return.
Very nice clean and quiet motel just off the main street thru town. It appears newly renovated. Our unit with twin queens had a separate room which had a refrigerator freezer coffee maker and microwave. The room was quiet, even when a douche bag came in after 11 pm slamming doors and talking loud we just heard muffled noise. The central location to many restaurants was a plus. When we return we will gladly return.
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Rooms
Rooms are updated, comfortable, and often spacious with retro touches and useful kitchenettes. Common drawbacks include loud AC units, small bathrooms, and occasional issues like a low shower head, flickering lights, or TV problems.
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Heidi
Jan 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Old school motel ROOM was HUGE
Old school motel ROOM was HUGE
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George
Feb 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was large! A king bed didn’t crowd it. The kitchen area with a mini frig with separate freezer, coffee pot and a microwave came in handy. The room has been redone with new carpet and flooring. The rooms were quiet with no noise from other rooms. But given that this is a motel with direct access from the lot (nice to be able to pull right into your own space and unload into the suite without stairs or walking a distance), there was some traffic noise from both the street and lot. It got quiet after 10 and wasn't an issue for us, but if you had a small kid trying to sleep early, it might be. The bathroom is small, but clean and functionable. Would definitely stay again if traveling in the area.
Our room was large! A king bed didn’t crowd it. The kitchen area with a mini frig with separate freezer, coffee pot and a microwave came in handy. The room has been redone with new carpet and flooring. The rooms were quiet with no noise from other rooms. But given that this is a motel with direct access from the lot (nice to be able to pull right into your own space and unload into the suite without stairs or walking a distance), there was some traffic noise from both the street and lot. It got quiet after 10 and wasn't an issue for us, but if you had a small kid trying to sleep early, it might be. The bathroom is small, but clean and functionable. Would definitely stay again if traveling in the area.
10
William
Mar 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great little hotel with an updated look in the rooms while keeping its' 1960's exterior look.
Great little hotel with an updated look in the rooms while keeping its' 1960's exterior look.
10
Chad
Feb 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The place is newly renovated and has a great vintage inspired vibe!
The place is newly renovated and has a great vintage inspired vibe!
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Mark
Feb 28, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
My last stay was better. My room this stay wasn’t great. The TV had problems and the toilet bowl was loose. The shower head was way too low to enjoy a good shower. All that said, I will probably try them again in the future.
My last stay was better. My room this stay wasn’t great. The TV had problems and the toilet bowl was loose. The shower head was way too low to enjoy a good shower. All that said, I will probably try them again in the future.
10
Robert
Dec 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Large rooms with good bedding.
Large rooms with good bedding.
10
Robert
Mar 25, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was comfortable, clean, and nicely equipped. My only criticism is the bathroom is small, with a tiny unlit shower stall. Considering how spacious the room is, the bathroom surprised us.
The room was comfortable, clean, and nicely equipped. My only criticism is the bathroom is small, with a tiny unlit shower stall. Considering how spacious the room is, the bathroom surprised us.
10
Derek
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This motel was great, at least in the room I stayed in. It was really big, a firm bed, and a cute little fridge. The lights flickered a little bit but straightened out after remaining on. The bathroom had a fan that struggled a bit and I did have a bit of struggle figuring out the tap on the shower. But overall the stay was fantastic and the lady did ask if there was anything she can do for me when she caught me outside.
This motel was great, at least in the room I stayed in. It was really big, a firm bed, and a cute little fridge. The lights flickered a little bit but straightened out after remaining on. The bathroom had a fan that struggled a bit and I did have a bit of struggle figuring out the tap on the shower. But overall the stay was fantastic and the lady did ask if there was anything she can do for me when she caught me outside.
10
Veronika
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Super friendly and very nicely equipped motel room. Cool style. Only minus for very loud AC.
Super friendly and very nicely equipped motel room. Cool style. Only minus for very loud AC.
8
John B.
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Recently fully renovated old school motel. Nothing fancy but everything is tidy and functional. Friendly staff. Comfortable bed. Acceptable linens. Noisy AC. With the TV volume maxed out I could barely hear Ryan Reynolds in some lame computer game movie. The poor AC had to run all night; it was 113f. The neighborhood feels safe enough. It is under transition. Some places are boarded up. Others in disrepair. Some newly renovated. It would feel sketchy, but there’s literally no one else around because of the season and heat.
Recently fully renovated old school motel. Nothing fancy but everything is tidy and functional. Friendly staff. Comfortable bed. Acceptable linens. Noisy AC. With the TV volume maxed out I could barely hear Ryan Reynolds in some lame computer game movie. The poor AC had to run all night; it was 113f. The neighborhood feels safe enough. It is under transition. Some places are boarded up. Others in disrepair. Some newly renovated. It would feel sketchy, but there’s literally no one else around because of the season and heat.
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Service
Service is generally friendly, welcoming, and accommodating, with efficient check-in and quick help when issues arise. One review mentioned an unfriendly clerk.
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Don
Jul 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Theresa was amazing! We needed a pet-friendly room when they only had a single (non-pet-friendly room available). She was able to catch someone before they checked in and switched rooms for us. She was the bright point in our son's very harrowing trip. Thank you so much!
Theresa was amazing! We needed a pet-friendly room when they only had a single (non-pet-friendly room available). She was able to catch someone before they checked in and switched rooms for us. She was the bright point in our son's very harrowing trip. Thank you so much!
10
Jennifer
Sep 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I checked in late. The gal who checked me in was very friendly and super quick. I was tired, so I sure do appreciate her making checkin efficient and fast. I was sound asleep in no time. Thanks again.
I checked in late. The gal who checked me in was very friendly and super quick. I was tired, so I sure do appreciate her making checkin efficient and fast. I was sound asleep in no time. Thanks again.
10
jim
May 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Teresa runs the place- super friendly and accommodating! Prices are super and everything a oy the Sands say “yes”
Teresa runs the place- super friendly and accommodating! Prices are super and everything a oy the Sands say “yes”
10
Guadalupe
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice and easy check in. Clean rooms and AC ready when you get to the room, convenient during the heat when you have kids after a long drive. Had a great time and chat with the receptionist. Friendly and accommodating. Will book again if I have to. Will 100% recommend.
Very nice and easy check in. Clean rooms and AC ready when you get to the room, convenient during the heat when you have kids after a long drive. Had a great time and chat with the receptionist. Friendly and accommodating. Will book again if I have to. Will 100% recommend.
10
Faron
Jun 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The receptionist was so helpful I had some issues with my credit card and she was willing to give me a discount for cash. We couldn’t have had better help
The receptionist was so helpful I had some issues with my credit card and she was willing to give me a discount for cash. We couldn’t have had better help
10
Richard
Sep 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were super friendly and helpful. Whole place was immaculate with a chilled out vibe akin to the 1960s - will definitely return
Staff were super friendly and helpful. Whole place was immaculate with a chilled out vibe akin to the 1960s - will definitely return
4
Eric
May 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Smelled of disinfectant. Crabby clerk. Fan in the bathroom howled. Sounded like it was self destructing.
Smelled of disinfectant. Crabby clerk. Fan in the bathroom howled. Sounded like it was self destructing.
10
Marlene
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I had a wonderful stay at this motel! The welcome was incredibly warm, the staff were always smiling, friendly, and ready to help. They even let me check in earlier than expected, which I really appreciated. The room was clean, super comfortable, and had everything I needed. The location is also perfect, just next to the Hoover dam. I highly recommend this place!
I had a wonderful stay at this motel! The welcome was incredibly warm, the staff were always smiling, friendly, and ready to help. They even let me check in earlier than expected, which I really appreciated. The room was clean, super comfortable, and had everything I needed. The location is also perfect, just next to the Hoover dam. I highly recommend this place!
10
Peter
May 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice basic accommodations with a retro vibe. Walking distance to several dining options. The ladies at the check-in desk were super nice.
Nice basic accommodations with a retro vibe. Walking distance to several dining options. The ladies at the check-in desk were super nice.
10
Vicki
Oct 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Tv didnot work but called office & manager came quickly & fixed the problem.
Tv didnot work but called office & manager came quickly & fixed the problem.
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Location
Set in Boulder City’s historic downtown, the motel is walkable to restaurants, bars, shops, and a park, and handy for Hoover Dam. It’s a drive from the Las Vegas Strip, and a few noted the area feels a bit run-down.
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Adrian
Oct 20, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
An excellent option for visiting Las Vegas if you don’t mind driving around 35 minutes to visit the strip. Boulder City is a great example of Americana the way things used to be. Really liked this motel with its basic retro feel. No frills but comfortable beds and easy parking and best of all be able to relax. We hope to stay here in the future.
An excellent option for visiting Las Vegas if you don’t mind driving around 35 minutes to visit the strip. Boulder City is a great example of Americana the way things used to be. Really liked this motel with its basic retro feel. No frills but comfortable beds and easy parking and best of all be able to relax. We hope to stay here in the future.
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Jeffrey
Aug 23, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay between Vegas & the Hoover Dam! Bouldier City is a laid back stop with alot of charm. Many restaurants to choose from, even a couple of craft breweries to eat & drink at! The motel was clean, roomy & had refrigerator & microwave & air conditioning! The folks at the front desk were friendly & helpful! Loved the convenience of having the car right oustide our room so we could repack our car after spending a few nites here! Looking for a good deal for the money...this is it!
Great place to stay between Vegas & the Hoover Dam! Bouldier City is a laid back stop with alot of charm. Many restaurants to choose from, even a couple of craft breweries to eat & drink at! The motel was clean, roomy & had refrigerator & microwave & air conditioning! The folks at the front desk were friendly & helpful! Loved the convenience of having the car right oustide our room so we could repack our car after spending a few nites here! Looking for a good deal for the money...this is it!
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Jeff
Aug 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Passing though and kind of last minute pickup. Good location lots of food options nearby. Quiet. Worked out well for me
Passing though and kind of last minute pickup. Good location lots of food options nearby. Quiet. Worked out well for me
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Iris
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The area is a bit run down but convenient and great dining…
The area is a bit run down but convenient and great dining…
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Janice
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean, easy access to restaurants and local city park.
Very clean, easy access to restaurants and local city park.
10
Brenda
May 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I was looking for a weekend away from Las Vegas and went to Boulder City. This motel is in the Historic Downtown and within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and bars. The room was quiet and clean and the lady at the front desk was very helpful
I was looking for a weekend away from Las Vegas and went to Boulder City. This motel is in the Historic Downtown and within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and bars. The room was quiet and clean and the lady at the front desk was very helpful
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Karla
Oct 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great motel in Boulder City! Nice quiet place and great room. Easy walking to dining, shops, and bars!
Great motel in Boulder City! Nice quiet place and great room. Easy walking to dining, shops, and bars!
10
Stephen
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The rooms are remodeled. This motel is on the road in “historic” part of town. There are several nice restaurants within 3 minute walk. Parking lot is big and you can part in front of your room which is great for those, like me, riding a motorcycle. And the “price point” is great. Much better quality rooms than typical branded low end hotels.
The rooms are remodeled. This motel is on the road in “historic” part of town. There are several nice restaurants within 3 minute walk. Parking lot is big and you can part in front of your room which is great for those, like me, riding a motorcycle. And the “price point” is great. Much better quality rooms than typical branded low end hotels.
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Julie
Mar 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This retro motel was perfect for our one night stay near Hoover Dam. It was very clean and the room was good sized.
This retro motel was perfect for our one night stay near Hoover Dam. It was very clean and the room was good sized.
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Frank
Apr 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice clean and quiet motel just off the main street thru town. It appears newly renovated. Our unit with twin queens had a separate room which had a refrigerator freezer coffee maker and microwave. The room was quiet, even when a douche bag came in after 11 pm slamming doors and talking loud we just heard muffled noise. The central location to many restaurants was a plus. When we return we will gladly return.
Very nice clean and quiet motel just off the main street thru town. It appears newly renovated. Our unit with twin queens had a separate room which had a refrigerator freezer coffee maker and microwave. The room was quiet, even when a douche bag came in after 11 pm slamming doors and talking loud we just heard muffled noise. The central location to many restaurants was a plus. When we return we will gladly return.
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Dining
No breakfast is offered on-site, but there are many nearby diners, coffee shops, and restaurants within easy walking distance.
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Sally
Oct 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Although this is like an old mom & pop motel, rooms are spacious, great parking for trailer. Max's across the street, great food and bar is for locals, kind of like "Cheers" and the Southwest Diner was great breakfast. Friendly town! Not your fancy hotel, but we love to stay here and it's reasonable. We stay enroute to and from Phx, as snowbirders.
Although this is like an old mom & pop motel, rooms are spacious, great parking for trailer. Max's across the street, great food and bar is for locals, kind of like "Cheers" and the Southwest Diner was great breakfast. Friendly town! Not your fancy hotel, but we love to stay here and it's reasonable. We stay enroute to and from Phx, as snowbirders.
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Jeffrey
Aug 23, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay between Vegas & the Hoover Dam! Bouldier City is a laid back stop with alot of charm. Many restaurants to choose from, even a couple of craft breweries to eat & drink at! The motel was clean, roomy & had refrigerator & microwave & air conditioning! The folks at the front desk were friendly & helpful! Loved the convenience of having the car right oustide our room so we could repack our car after spending a few nites here! Looking for a good deal for the money...this is it!
Great place to stay between Vegas & the Hoover Dam! Bouldier City is a laid back stop with alot of charm. Many restaurants to choose from, even a couple of craft breweries to eat & drink at! The motel was clean, roomy & had refrigerator & microwave & air conditioning! The folks at the front desk were friendly & helpful! Loved the convenience of having the car right oustide our room so we could repack our car after spending a few nites here! Looking for a good deal for the money...this is it!
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Carol
Oct 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Charming, yet with 21st century conveniences. Friendly service. Good neighborhood for restaurants and walking.
Charming, yet with 21st century conveniences. Friendly service. Good neighborhood for restaurants and walking.
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Holger
Dec 15, 2023
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Clean, nicely equipped room. Place is in walking distance to shopping and dining. Would def. stay there again.
Clean, nicely equipped room. Place is in walking distance to shopping and dining. Would def. stay there again.
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Karla
Oct 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great motel in Boulder City! Nice quiet place and great room. Easy walking to dining, shops, and bars!
Great motel in Boulder City! Nice quiet place and great room. Easy walking to dining, shops, and bars!
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John
May 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Does not have breakfast option. It is very close to an excellent restaurant.
Does not have breakfast option. It is very close to an excellent restaurant.
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Gary
Oct 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great renovated property that is very clean and within walking distance to restaurants.
Great renovated property that is very clean and within walking distance to restaurants.
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Shawn
Mar 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I love this motel, clean, nicely updated rooms. Excellent location, walking distance to nice restaurants, and I can bike to the trails at bootleg canyon from the parking lot.
I love this motel, clean, nicely updated rooms. Excellent location, walking distance to nice restaurants, and I can bike to the trails at bootleg canyon from the parking lot.
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Tracy
Jan 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and tidy, this older motel was perfect for our one night stay. It was also in walking distance to downtown for coffee, breakfast, dinner etc. We were pleasantly surprised by how clean the entire city was.
Clean and tidy, this older motel was perfect for our one night stay. It was also in walking distance to downtown for coffee, breakfast, dinner etc. We were pleasantly surprised by how clean the entire city was.
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Frank
Apr 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice clean and quiet motel just off the main street thru town. It appears newly renovated. Our unit with twin queens had a separate room which had a refrigerator freezer coffee maker and microwave. The room was quiet, even when a douche bag came in after 11 pm slamming doors and talking loud we just heard muffled noise. The central location to many restaurants was a plus. When we return we will gladly return.
Very nice clean and quiet motel just off the main street thru town. It appears newly renovated. Our unit with twin queens had a separate room which had a refrigerator freezer coffee maker and microwave. The room was quiet, even when a douche bag came in after 11 pm slamming doors and talking loud we just heard muffled noise. The central location to many restaurants was a plus. When we return we will gladly return.
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Christy
May 30, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We loved our stay at The Sands Motel. Our room was clean and comfortable. Check-in was quick and easy. We would stay here again if we find ourselves in the area.
We loved our stay at The Sands Motel. Our room was clean and comfortable. Check-in was quick and easy. We would stay here again if we find ourselves in the area.
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Robin
May 30, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Good haha, I was only there for a night.
Good haha, I was only there for a night.
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william
May 14, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Very very clean room and bathroom. very nicely paved parking lot clean laundry room though no quarters and neither did the office
Very very clean room and bathroom. very nicely paved parking lot clean laundry room though no quarters and neither did the office
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Teri
May 3, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very nice! The parking was easy. The staff were lovely and the location was really good.
The room was very nice! The parking was easy. The staff were lovely and the location was really good.
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Gretchen
Apr 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
great location, clean room, friendly staff and easy check in.
great location, clean room, friendly staff and easy check in.
FAQs about The Sands Motel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available onsite, and it is an on-site parking facility.
Does the property allow pets?
The property allows pets in specific rooms only, with a pet fee of USD 50 per pet plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 75. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM until midnight, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and additional charges may apply.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is centrally located in Boulder City, within a 15-minute drive of Hoover Dam and Boulder City Hoover Dam Museum. It is 0.3 miles from Northshore Peak and 0.4 miles from Boulder City Hoover Dam Museum.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-15: 95.6037721862793USD
- 2026-09-16: 88.39914298315429USD
- 2026-09-17: 82.2060455826416USD
- 2026-09-18: 91.24795290844726USD
- 2026-09-19: 104.84707038000488USD
- 2026-09-20: 87.35114901818848USD
- 2026-09-21: 83.07583357360839USD
- 2026-09-22: 83.07583357360839USD
- 2026-09-23: 88.4358939720459USD
- 2026-09-24: 88.4358939720459USD
- 2026-09-25: 104.84707038000488USD
- 2026-09-26: 106.38730353674316USD
- 2026-09-27: 83.52759328845215USD
- 2026-09-28: 88.4358939720459USD
- 2026-09-29: 85.46855138598633USD
- 2026-09-30: 80.3889503083496USD
- 2026-10-01: 101.1158516192627USD
- 2026-10-02: 216.6954710895996USD
- 2026-10-03: 217.30400234838868USD
- 2026-10-04: 95.6684605784912USD
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- 2026-10-06: 97.46780614916992USD
- 2026-10-07: 99.87631314562988USD
- 2026-10-08: 97.98025444628907USD
- 2026-10-09: 179.70946491918946USD
- 2026-10-10: 179.65182214404297USD
- 2026-10-11: 95.6684605784912USD
- 2026-10-12: 94.50636262634278USD
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- 2026-10-14: 95.6684605784912USD
- 2026-10-15: 101.27292074206542USD
- 2026-10-16: 150.35894712817384USD
- 2026-10-17: 150.55386127978517USD
- 2026-10-18: 95.6684605784912USD
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- 2026-10-20: 95.6684605784912USD
- 2026-10-21: 95.6684605784912USD
- 2026-10-22: 102.88695345544433USD
- 2026-10-23: 142.0319730073242USD
- 2026-10-24: 140.30519291625976USD
- 2026-10-25: 95.6684605784912USD
- 2026-10-26: 95.6684605784912USD
- 2026-10-27: 95.6684605784912USD
- 2026-10-28: 95.6684605784912USD
- 2026-10-29: 101.97735116381835USD
- 2026-10-30: 133.10053745617677USD
- 2026-10-31: 133.10053745617677USD
- 2026-11-01: 95.6684605784912USD
- 2026-11-02: 95.6684605784912USD
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- 2026-11-06: 177.7648571044922USD
- 2026-11-07: 177.7648571044922USD
- 2026-11-08: 95.6684605784912USD
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- 2026-11-10: 95.6684605784912USD
- 2026-11-11: 95.6684605784912USD
- 2026-11-12: 95.6684605784912USD
- 2026-11-13: 107.19151915124512USD
- 2026-11-14: 107.19151915124512USD
- 2026-11-15: 95.6684605784912USD
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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, and a smoke detector
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Pet deposit: USD 100 per day
- Pet fee: USD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 75 one-time cleaning fee
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Late check-in fee for check-in between 12:30 AM and 3:00 AM
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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