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Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

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Front of property
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Harbor House King, Water View | Living room | TV
Property grounds
Harbor House, Queen Bed, Waterview | View from room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Motor Inn, King Bed, No View, Patio

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Harbor House Basement Apartment, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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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
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Motor Inn, King Bed, WaterView

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Harbor House, Queen Bed, Waterview | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Harbor House, Queen Bed, Waterview

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Motor Inn, 2 Double Beds, No View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Harbor House 2 Queen, Steep Spiral Stair, Waterview

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Harbor House, Queen No View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Harbor House King, Water View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Harbor House, 2 Queen, Waterview

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Falmouth Heights Beach - 10 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying Bridge Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Quarterdeck Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shipwrecked - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pie in the Sky Bakery & Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Anejo Mexican Bistro - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House

Hotel near Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Located close to Woods Hole Ferry Terminal and Marine Biological Laboratory, 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 with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

Languages

English, Norwegian

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Exterior

Falmouth Tides

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  • Pet friendly
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  • Free WiFi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 605 reviews
The price is SAR 2,593
SAR 3,076 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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 elevator

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 October 21 and April 15.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property 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 elevators
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–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?

Check-out 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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Sands of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 226 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

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

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

Sangeeta

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

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

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

David

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

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

Colleen

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

Friendly staff

Friendly staff, clean and great views from balcony. Close to attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place minutes from Woods Hole ferry! Beautiful water view from our room. Very nice large room, heated pool and beautiful grounds. Owner was friendly and very helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Adorable and quaint, great location!

Great location within walking distance of ferry to Martha's Vineyard, owners are so kind and helpful with lots of tips and tricks for visiting the area. Super helpful when we needed additional support on the day of our departure. Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service!! We stay here every year, it is very clean and the staff is very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with amazing views. Extremely clean rooms. Staff incredibly friendly and helpful. Gardens are beautiful. Highly recommend this hotel and can’t wait to retun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiping

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

Great service and covinient location, love it!

Great service staff, and located at a very convinient location to be near ferries, fancy restaurants, and a few key sight seeing spots.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff very friendly. Room was comfortable clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Motel with beautiful views

Very basic but functional motel, with a beautiful view of the harbor, and perfectly comfortable. I had a restful night while I visited a relative who lives quite close by. The inn manager and keeper couldn't be nicer.
View from my room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Russell

Disliked: Amenities
Very nice grounds. Quiet. Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sands of Time is a charming spot for a stay in Wood’s Hole. We had a view of the harbor and could walk into town and to the ferry. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the tea and coffee that was available all day in the lobby. We wish we had our swimsuits for the heated pool. We hope to return often!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing! Room was clean! Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Natalya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely motel with very clean comfortable rooms. Heated pool was awesome! Very conveniently located. Friendly owners and staff. The only thing missing is the exhaust fan in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Sands of Time stands the test of TIME!

The people couldn’t be nicer… check in was a breeze… beautiful property… great pool… gorgeous view… extremely comfortable room. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024