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Reviews of Sands Of Time Motor Inn & Harbor House 3 stars

549 Woods Hole Road, Woods Hole, MA 02543, United States

#1 of 2 hotels in Woods Hole

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 106 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    10
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Single Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Beautiful property. Very convenient for our needs. Excellent customer service. Harbor House is beautiful. Have made arrangments for 2026.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The staff was very friendly and and attentive. The location was perfect for what i needed to do in Woods Hole. My room was comfortable and attractively appointed. It was the perfect choice for my stay in Woods Hole.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some of the decor in the room was a tad dated and dark but it was immaculately clean so couldn't really fault that

    Immaculate and clean. Reception on arrival and throughout our stay was genuinely warm and friendly pool and surrounding area perfect

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    10
    I would definitely stay again and highly recommended!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms were spacious and the beds were super comfortable!! The location is near the Ferry to Martha’s Vineyard and shops/restaurants (walking distance). Very quaint and lovely.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2025

    10
    Wonderful Place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It would have been nice to have a microwave in the room or at least a way to heat water for a before sleeping cup of herbal tea. Otherwise, we liked everything else.

    Sands of Time is in an enviable location, overlooking the harbor, and within short walking distance of excellent restaurants, coffee shops and a couple of small shops. The weather was a bit rainy part of the time so we didn't use the pool but it looked very clean and inviting.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Single Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Parking was a bit of a challenge

    Location with view of the harbor

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2025

    10
    Five stars all around!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Single Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Not a thing. Maybe the weather. Lol

    Everything was terrific Will be back for sure.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we weren't there long enough to fully appreciate it take it in as we had one night to faciiltate travel to and from Martha's Vineyard.

    Beautiful place, clean, warm and comfortable. We had an exceptional view across the ocean. The Inn is very close to tbe terminal for ferry to Marthas Vineyard. Also has a decent size pool which we didnt use.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2025

    10
    I’d stay again. We’d go to woods hole again just to stay here.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not much not to like.

    Great views, very welcoming staff. Walking distance to Woods Hole.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2024

    10
    The best stay in our New England road trip.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Harbor View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a thing, we loved everything our stay there..

    First, the location was perfect, great view of the harbor from our deck and a five minute walk from downtown Woodshole. The proprietors and their manager, Angie were very nice and extremely accommodating. They were so friendly and made us feel more than welcome. We loved their dog Josie as well. We highly recommend the Sands of Time for your visit to Woodshole, MA.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2024

    10
    Our stay at the Sands of Time Motor Inn was a very enjoyable experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Harbor View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The motor inn is in a beautiful location, close to downtown Woods Hole. Very walkable to the ferry dock and restaurants, library, museums and other points of interest. The owners are very helpful and easy to talk with. Their coffee is great. They also have a wide variety of teas available to enjoy on cool evenings. The inn is very clean, with a very comfortable bed. You can't beat the location. They have a heated outdoor pool in an attractive setting. Wonderful waking up to such a beautiful view every morning, so be sure to request a room with a view of the water. The staff is very friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2024

    8.0
    Great location and excellent staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent staff Becky is fantastic we were arriving after hours and she went out of her way to make sure we were accommodated!! Thank you so much!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2024

    9.0
    I would go back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location lovely staff

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2024

    10
    Little getaway stayed on the mainland so we could visit Martha's vineyard
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owners checked us in. They were so friendly. The pool was super clean . The room was spotless. Easy to find and quick access to the ferry. Highly recommend We stayed 2 nights and I would definitely return. It's an older place but it's so well kept.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2024

    10
    Super friendly staff and amazing views
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing we didn’t like

    Very friendly staff, more than accommodating. So sweet towards my children, any special requests they were more than happy to accommodate. The room was very clean and big. The view was spectacular.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    9.0
    Very nice stay. Owner was very helpful, room was very pleasant.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The entire facility is on a fairly steep hill. I would caution those like me that need assistance like a walker, the climb might get challenging. The commode room had a very low ceiling, so tall folk use caution.

    The room had a great view. The furniture was well appointed, bed was very comfortable. The pool looked amazing but the weather kept me from taking a swim.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    10
    Great stay, great staff, great location
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room with Harbor View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location to water & WHOI; VERY comfortable beds

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2023

    10
    Brilliant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Lovely rooms, fabulous view, plenty parking and great staff

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional service in a very comfortable environment!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was in walking distance from everything. Also Jake was exceptional at answering all of our questions.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2023

    9.0
    Fun time
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location Front desk person was very professional .

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Single Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely harbor view from our room. Easy walk to Woods Hole Village

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked everything. Polite staff. Nice and quiet place. My family and me enjoyed this place.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2023

    8.0
    Pleasant, clean, friendly staff, but a little under expectations considering the cost.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The bathroom door didn't shut. Otherwise it was fine. Surprised that there wasn't a coffee maker or microwave in the room.

    There was no breakfast. The location was great.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Harbor View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The location is perfect for the Woods Hole Ferry. You can park your car there, but for a price...however it's worth it! The staff were very accommodating.

    Stayed in July 2023

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