Sands Motel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Livermore with free parking

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Free WiFi
Front of property
Bathtub, towels, soap, shampoo
Basic Double Room | Free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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3787 First St, Livermore, CA, 94551
  • Place, Livermore Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bankhead Theater
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohlone Trail
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Livermore

Located within a 5-minute walk of Livermore Casino, Sands Motel is within a mile (2 km) of Bankhead Theater. This 26-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Livermore Casino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bankhead Theater - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ohlone Trail - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Centennial Light - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Mochi Chelmo Dog Park - 6 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Vasco Station - 6 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Story Coffee Co. - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Livermore, California - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sultan's Kebab - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Sands Motel

Hotel in Livermore with free parking
At Sands Motel, guests have access to a vending machine. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of USD 100.00 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Sands Motel Hotel
Sands Motel Livermore
Sands Motel Hotel Livermore

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sands Motel?

Sands Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Sands Motel?

This hotel is located in Livermore, a short 4-minute walk from Livermore Casino and also 19 minutes on foot from Bankhead Theater. You'll also find Tesla Vintners and Las Positas Golf Course within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Sands Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Sands Motel feature a casino?

No, Sands Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sands Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Sands Motel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Sands Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Sands Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Sands Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sands Motel.

Does Sands Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Sands Motel?

The closest major airport to Sands Motel is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is 29.8 mi away (42 minutes by car). Another top airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is around 24.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sands Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Sands Motel.

Reviews

Sands Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly check in. Room was spotlessly clean. Good bed. Quiet. Refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker in room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sands was a great overnight stay in Livermore. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

veronica

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salvador

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, not far from downtown
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a fantastic day. Gina is awesome the property is great. The location to downtown is walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Convenient and clean

Super friendly. Older property nicely maintained. Great value! Clean and well maintained on the inside.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Great value.

Older property. Rooms in great condition. Super value. Very friendly. Water pressure and hot water good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very clean room and everyone was extremely nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, easy to check in and check out
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Venancio

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

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

Support the American dream

Modest old American motel, but nicely refurbished with new floors and facilities. Pleasant hard working proprietors. Clean and comfortable. No corporate presence, two thumbs up.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Rest stop.

This place was a great place to spend the night. The staff was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camellia

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lynnda

Basic

Spare, basic room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

dwayne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Conrad, Kaufering

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025