Ocean Sands at York Beach

Property class: 2

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A room with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.
A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a road adjacent to the beach, and ocean views.
A motel with a pool, outdoor seating, and ocean views.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view, and a large window.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$314
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

Explore the area

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277 Long Beach Avenue, Rte. 1A, York Beach, ME, 03910
  • Place, Long Sands Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Short Sands Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Nubble Lighthouse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Two Queen - Ocean Sands Commons

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(73 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Commons Suite- 2 Queen, 1 King ADA

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Micro Studio With 1 King bed & kitchenette

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Oceanfront Micro Studio with King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Oceanfront 3BR Premium Condo

  • Ocean view
  • 37 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

One King- Ocean Sands Commons

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Commons Suite- 2 Doubles, 1 King ADA

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Ocean Sands North - One King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

High Tide

  • 28 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Ocean Sands North - Two Queens

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Ocean View -Ocean Sands Commons

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Micro Studio w/ 1 Queen Bed & kitchenette

  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

South Bldg - 2BR Suite w/ Queen and Queen

  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the area

York Beach

At Ocean Sands at York Beach you'll be steps from Long Sands Beach and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Short Sands Beach. .This beach motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this York Beach motel include Marginal Way and Perkins Cove.

What's nearby

  • Long Sands Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • York's Wild Kingdom - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Short Sands Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Nubble Lighthouse - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Ogunquit Beach - 15 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Wells Regional Transportation Center - 21 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anthony's Food Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Union Bluff Grill & Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape Neddick Lobster Pound - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Goldenrod - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fox's Lobster House - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Ocean Sands at York Beach

As a guest of Ocean Sands at York Beach, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a garden, and a picnic area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Ocean Sands at York Beach also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and a lift. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This York Beach motel is smoke free.

  • 62 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Ocean Sands at York Beach offers 62 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on a weekly basis and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 100
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 75 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 200
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • In-room bottled water
  • Parking

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 75 per stay) plus a one-off USD 200 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 100 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Ocean Sands at York Beach?

Yep, Ocean Sands at York Beach has an uncovered self car park for USD 25 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Sands at York Beach?

As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Sands at York Beach on 4 Oct 2026 start from NZ$314, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Ocean Sands at York Beach?

Yep, Ocean Sands at York Beach is a short 2-minute walk from Long Sands Beach.

Does Ocean Sands at York Beach have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Ocean Sands at York Beach has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from May to September.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ocean Sands at York Beach?

No, Ocean Sands at York Beach does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ocean Sands at York Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Ocean Sands at York Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 193 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to spend a weekend at
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a good time. The pool is gorgeous!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Across the street from a great section of the beach- staff here were fantastic. Little hiccup with the reservation through expedia, but it got sorted right out with no stress. Rooms are clean, bed was suoer comfortable, and honestly of all things the shower was a family favorite! Will absolutely book here anytime we come to York again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff is very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Place looks like it opened to early, they still setting the place up. Our first room the door did not close properly, it would not lock. We moved to another room and the keys did not work, had to wait for Manager to try and fix the sensors on the door lock. It still took 15-20 swipes for key to open. 3rd night we had a dam dog barking for most of the night, we got no sleep. Only good thing was the staff was extremely helpful and tried to fix everything thing, I think they are facing an uphill battle as this place needs work.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
place is still under heavy construction, room was not ready until 5 and i had to follow up she forgot to text me when it was ready. there were construction items and random furniture on our balcony. the small indoor couch was absolutely covered in dog hair, no way we could sit on it. the pool gates were locked every morning and we needed to remind the staff, with a response each time "oh yeah let me unlock the. the rates were higher than comparable places near by. the parking was lousy due to construction trailer and other work trucks. no full length mirror in our room and i paid extra for a deluxe suite but was far from deluxe. the room was new and clean so was the pool, but these two factors are why i gave 2 stars vs 1 or no stars. i may email the owner and debating a claim to the BBB
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We recently stayed here and overall had a very positive experience. The rooms have been recently renovated, and the upgrades are beautiful. The space felt modern, clean, and fresh. While there was still quite a bit of construction happening around the property, it did not disrupt our stay at all. One thing we really appreciated was being allowed to park onsite before check-in. That gave us the opportunity to spend the entire day exploring the area without worrying about parking. When we arrived at our room, housekeeping was still finishing up. The team was extremely apologetic and worked quickly to get everything ready for us. We appreciated their professionalism and friendly attitude. Our only disappointment was the balcony upgrade. We paid extra for an ocean-view balcony, but the view was primarily of the parking lot, and we would have needed to lean over the railing to see the water. That said, the beach is literally right across the street, so you’re never far from the ocean. My recommendation: save your money and skip the balcony upgrade. One final tip: make sure you eat at Wharf 24, the food truck onsite. The food was absolutely amazing and ended up being one of the highlights of our stay. Overall, a great location, comfortable updated rooms, and a team that genuinely cares about guest experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They, had a problem with Hot Water for the rooms, couldn’t really use the shower cause of no Hot Water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was good, with the exception of the air conditioning not working properly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very disappointing stay. The room had a strong paint smell, which made it difficult to sleep comfortably throughout the night. The room was extremely small, and the window faced the passageway, making it impractical to keep it open. Additionally, the bed was very noisy and squeaked with every movement, making it even harder to get a good night's sleep. Overall, the room was overpriced and not worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, attentive staff, great location. Recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location the property had just reopened would like to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026