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Sands Motel

Ocean Hwy, Fenwick Island, DE 19944
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York, Pennsylvania
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Since the place we normally stay at was up for sale and we weren't sure if they were operating anymore, we opted to stay at the Sands. We wanted an apartment so I would have a freezer to store my pumped breastmilk and thought the price was ok. The rooms were absolutely atrocious. The carpets were stained, the fridge was... More

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North Beach, Maryland, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 September 2012

We came down for bike week this year and we decided to cancel our other reservations in Rehobeth to stay somewhere else with a kitchen so we could save alittle money... I am so glad we did...Even though this motel is a little older, it has character, I remember staying at places like this when I was younger. The staff... More

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Rockville.Maryland USA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 September 2012

I have been coming here 20 years, mainly because we can take our pet here. The people here are pet lovers which is what we want. Before anyone begins complaining, remember this is a middle class beach area and the hotel is a 50's style. You are not in the Hamptons. First of all, there is no crime here, so... More

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Alexandria, Virginia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 August 2012

Yes it is old, but I have never had any issues with it being dirty. Its clean, they change sheets and towels and clean the room daily. Its settled in the middle of a lot of large homes for rent so if they aren't full there is hardly anyone on the beach. The owners have cats that live there, so... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 August 2012 via mobile

My fiancé and I only stayed here for one night, and that was enough. We arrived at about 9:30 pm and found the hotel manager to be nice, but a little unprofessional. She had both of her dogs in the office with her, which was cute, but they both kept barking at us. This is something that I realize all... More

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Binghamton, New York
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 August 2012

The Bates Motel from He-double toothpicks comes to mind...Creepy place! I usually do not complain about places but this one deserves & has earned the complaints. This was a last minute trip for five days and we decided to go back to Fenwick Island, Delaware after being there five years ago but we stayed at another Hotel, which had no... More

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pittsburgh
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 July 2012

I had to cancel reservations, long prior to one week, but was charged a cancellation fee of $25. Their online cancellation says the charge is for canceling within 7 days of the date. I had to go to my credit company to get my $25 back. When I called and tried to state what their on-line policy, which reads “If... More

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Delaware
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5 hotel reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 July 2012

Wife and I stayed here while building our house at the shore. One word can describe this place. NASTY. Pets are allowed and it smells like it. This place needs to be demolished and turned in to a pet park or something

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Dover, Delaware
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21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 July 2012

it was nice that it had a nice clean pool, very close to beach(1 block beachside) that wasnt crowded, and the people who worked there were a+, the room itself for the price was d-. reasons: walked bearfoot and feet ended up black(carpet had a grose feeling to it), air conditioners were sad, dirty little things that really didnt do... More

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Alexandria, Virginia
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 June 2012

I rented two rooms for my family through priceline, when I got to the hotel, the front desk staff were having a hard time not only locating my reservation but also finding out how much I had to pay for my rooms. They have no computer database for their guests just papers every where and they tried to over charge... More

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Also Known As:
Sands Hotel
Sands Motel Fenwick Island
Address: Ocean Hwy, Fenwick Island, DE 19944
Region: United States > Delaware > Fenwick Island
Amenities:
Free Parking Pets Allowed Swimming Pool
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Ranked #3 of 3 hotels in Fenwick Island
Price Range: £
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