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Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Woods Hole Ferry Terminal

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Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House offers a quiet ocean getaway. Enjoy the garden, relax on loungers under umbrellas at the seasonal pool deck, and use in-room WiFi. Guests appreciate the helpful staff at this tranquil property.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Motor Inn, 2 Double Beds, Waterview

Motor Inn, 2 Double Beds, Waterview

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Motor Inn, King Bed, WaterView

Motor Inn, King Bed, WaterView

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Harbor House, Queen Bed, Waterview

Harbor House, Queen Bed, Waterview

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Motor Inn, 2 Double Beds, No View

Motor Inn, 2 Double Beds, No View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Motor Inn, King Bed, No View, Patio

Motor Inn, King Bed, No View, Patio

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Harbor House King, Water View

Harbor House King, Water View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Harbor House, 2 Queen, Waterview

Harbor House, 2 Queen, Waterview

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Harbor House 2 Queen, Steep Spiral Stair, Waterview

Harbor House 2 Queen, Steep Spiral Stair, Waterview

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Harbor House Basement Apartment, Pool View

Harbor House Basement Apartment, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Harbor House, Queen No View

Harbor House, Queen No View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
549 Woods Hole Road, Woods Hole, MA, 02543

What's nearby

  • Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Woods Hole Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Woods Hole Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Marine Biological Laboratory - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nobska Lighthouse - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 30 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pie in the Sky Bakery & Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Leeside Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tap City Grille Falmouth - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Maison Villatte - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Liam Maguire's Irish Pub - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House

Hotel near Woods Hole Ferry Terminal
Located close to Marine Biological Laboratory and Woods Hole Science Aquarium, Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Coffee/tea in reception, a vending machine and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 21 October and 15 April.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

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
Tax ID - C0001970960
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Property Registration Number C0001970960

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House located?

Situated in Woods Hole, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, Woods Hole Ferry Terminal and Marine Biological Laboratory. Woods Hole Science Aquarium and Nobska Lighthouse are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 240 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Amenities
Excellent hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location ,,friendly service ..loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint inn with beautiful views. Owners/managers are very personable and helpful. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love it!

Absolutely beautiful place with the most wonderful staff. Rooms were clean and the pool was so nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small town charm ! Love It ‼️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Crystiany Maria

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was friendly and provided excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirela

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is very clean , the stuff is nice and ready to help you anytime you need ! This hotel is in walking distance from Woods Hole harbor and all the restaurants and boutiques . We have a wonderful stay and for sure will be back !
Nice view of the harbor and the pool from our window
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming and family owned. Loved the pool. Super easy walk to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ease of location to Woods Hole, just a short walk from the ferry.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

isabela

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was in such a nice location. We were a 5-10 minute walk to woods hole little downtown area and the beach. The owners were lovely and our experience was very pleasant. Not a luxurious place if that’s what you’re looking for, but very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sangeeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff n balcony, walk to town
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Had a wonderful 2 night stay. Comfortable beds and pillows. Room was clean. Only problem were the ants...some traps or peppermint oil could help with that problem. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and gorgeous views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful motel with a great view, excellent location and the friendliest staff. Loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You cannot beat this place in Woods hole for convenience to the ferry, price and great views of the ocean, comfortable and clean. Good beds. Has a pool alap. Older property yes but very well kept. Owner on property for any concerns or needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I worked with 4 different staff members & they were ALL over the top friendly & helpful! They had some great suggestions for local restaurants! They upgraded our room to a water view! It was so lovely to enjoy our morning coffee on the deck overlooking the harbor!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

NIALL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay!

Great stay, have stayed numerous times and never disappointed. Always the friendliest hosts as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, nice room, easy walk to town, nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty view of water, easy walk to town, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Wonderful and responsive caretakers!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024