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101 Henderson Blvd, Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
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The Sand Dollar Motel
Ranked #5 of 15 hotels in Atlantic Beach
4.0 of 5 stars 35 Reviews
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Richmond, Virginia
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Loved it can't wait to come "home" again”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2011
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My boyfriend and I just got back from staying here. We stayed July 8th through July 16th. It was wonderful as always. Tricia and Sammy are great. Even though we have been there before there were some things we hadn't seen before, Tricia gave us some information on things to visit, it made the trip even better. The rooms are just what you need at the beach,,, a bed and a shower. Tricia and Sammy make you feel like you have come home when staying here, can't wait to come back.

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  • Stayed July 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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sanddollar2006, Owner at The Sand Dollar Motel, responded to this review
22 July 2011
Thanks so much for the nice review. We enjoyed having you stay with us and look forward to seeing you again.
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Washington DC
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“great stay for the price!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2011

we stayed 2 days and felt very taken care of by the husband and wife innkeepers. Accomodations were excellent for the price! I may consider staying a week next time!

  • Stayed June 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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sanddollar2006, Owner at The Sand Dollar Motel, responded to this review
14 June 2011
Thank you for the nice review.
We would love for you to come stay with us a week!
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Richmond, Virginia
1 review
“I love The Sand Dollar”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2011

We own a little place right near by and I always book my folks to stay here. You will not find a nicer, friendlier owner than Sam. The public beach access is right near there and it is the best beach area for kids on the Island, in my opinion. Great place to stay.

  • Stayed July 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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sanddollar2006, Owner at The Sand Dollar Motel, responded to this review
14 April 2011
Thanks so much for the nice review.
We enjoyed having them stay with us.
Look forward to you and your parents again.
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New Albany, Ohio
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Good, Clean, Affordable”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We visited Atlantic Beach during our Spring Break at the end of March. The weather was abysmal, but you can't change that. The living area was nice, small TV, somewhat equipped kitchen with plates, knife set, bowls, stove. Everything was neat and clean. There was wifi access (whether or not it was SDM's wifi or not, I'm not sure @~167kbps down, 71kbps up. Good speeds). The owners were nice, Sam was very amiable and the women (I didn't catch her name) was very nice and provided us with lots of info about Atlantic Beach/Moorehead City. I didn't get as much rest as I would have liked to as the walls didn't provide much barrier from the noise neighbors next to us in the morning. The all-caps signs, albeit necessary were a little off-putting. The no guest policy was a little harsh, although I can see the purpose in it. We wouldn't have had guests anyway. The charcoal grill provided was adequate. We spent a lot of time out on the beach taking pictures, mountain biking at Fort Macon and in Havelock, NC. Very good price. Would definitely recommend.

  • Stayed March 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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North Carolina
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“what you need when you want a break”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2010
1
person found this review helpful

Greetings~

Just want to add to the other reviews that these folks are the BEST. They really try hard to make your stay wonderful. Patricia has been so good to me and patient and accommodating and lots of OTHER positive adjectives!!! Great location and rooms for every type of need or desire. Great FALL rates too so take advantage of the OFF season! Now you can stay at a place that knows you only by your room number or you can stay with people who want to know your NAME and remember your FACE. It's up to you...( but really, it's a no-brainer isn't it...) Enjoy!

  • Stayed October 2010, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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sanddollar2006, Owner at The Sand Dollar Motel, responded to this review
21 October 2010
Thank you!
Hope to see you on your next trip here.
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Address: 101 Henderson Blvd, Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
Price range (per night):* INR2,501 - 8,782

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