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Whispering Sands Motel

2.5 star property
Eco-certified motel with 3 restaurants and coffee shop/cafe

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Exterior
Design Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains
Design Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
The price is €154
Price available on 20/5/2024

Check out the area

Map
90 South Highway 95, Hanksville, UT, 84734
  • Popular LocationCapitol Reef National Park33 min drive
  • Popular LocationMars Desert Research Center38 min drive
  • Popular LocationCapitol Reef National Park Visitor Center45 min drive

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16/10 Good

This town chosen for proximity to Goblin Valley State Park, and this appears to be the best accommodation in town. Comfo...
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Oct 1, 2023
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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Design Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Design Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Design Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Design Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Classic Room, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Hanksville

Whispering Sands Motel is located in Hanksville. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitol Reef National Park and Goblin Valley State Park. Mars Desert Research Center is another place to visit that comes recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Capitol Reef National Park - 33 min drive
  • Mars Desert Research Center - 38 min drive
  • Capitol Reef National Park Visitor Center - 45 min drive
  • Factory Butte - 46 min drive
  • Capitol Gorge - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • Stan's Burger Shak - 2 min walk
  • Duke's Slickrock Grill - 10 min walk
  • Blondie's Eatery & Gift - 3 min walk
  • Bull Mountain Market Pizza & Deli - 18 min walk

About this property

Whispering Sands Motel

Eco-certified motel
Located close to Mars Desert Research Center, Whispering Sands Motel provides a corner/local shop, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 3 on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a snack bar/deli.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A gift shop, coffee/tea in reception and smoke-free property
  • ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say good things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 10 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Sands Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Whispering Sands Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whispering Sands Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Whispering Sands Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Whispering Sands Motel located?

Situated in Hanksville, this eco-certified motel is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Mars Desert Research Center and 29.1 mi (46.8 km) from Capitol Reef National Park.

Whispering Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1005 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

MARY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property maintenance person had to come down and fix the tv. This really helped and we appreciated that she did this! This place is really expensive for an average hotel room!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Arrived late, and received a nice message letting us know how to get into our room after hours. Property was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here for the last 2years and have been very happy. Everyone is so kind.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

NANCY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the best places we have stayed. Would love to come back someday. Rooms were just so beautiful. So was the area the motel is in. Definitely would a stay. I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Very nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

JONG GYU

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been staying here for years. Always a great value and love all their improvements!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient place with two restaurants, and a gas station/store next door and walkable. Just what I wanted after a long day riding a motorcycle.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The AC in our room sounded like a helicopter was landing on us!!! WAY too loud!! Other than that it was a nice enough spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024