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Sands Motel

Property class: 2

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk with a computer, and a small seating area.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk with a computer, and a small seating area.

Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a TV.

Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a shower area.

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Ohlone Trail - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • San Francisco Premium Outlets - 9 min drive - 5.8 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
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Livermore, California - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sands Motel

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. Phones are also included. 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
  • Phone

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Sands Motel?

As of Oct 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sands Motel on Nov 3, 2026 start from $94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to Sands Motel?

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

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.

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.

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.

Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 69 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, not far from downtown
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Sands was a great overnight stay in Livermore. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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clean room, staff very kind and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was very modern and clean. Parking was easy and very quiet at night. Location is actually good if you are visiting Livermore.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, easy to check in and check out
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love the location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly lady nice big and clean room Great stay near sfo
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Property is very nice and clean and also quiet. Front lady was really nice!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff at the front desk was so friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

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Reasonably priced with a very friendly staff. Room was fine for a short stay. Nice heater/air conditioner. TV worked well with a great channel selection. Clean room with a comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good Stay.

Quiet, Clean. Check-in staff was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A pretty old property but very clean, good bed, the staff was friendly and welcoming. No frills but good rate and the tv worked so the hubz could watch Monday night football.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean, though there were visible handprints and hairs on the bed. Area around motel seems to be under construction. Staff was very friendly. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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8/10 Good

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The exterior the property his not very aesthetic however the rooms are sebaceous and clean with refrigerator and microwave as well as television entertainment. The ice machine was broken so the host provided me with ice. This is a great location especially if you are going to the livermore rodeo
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is your typical motel room: no frills, just adequate which was what we wanted The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. There was surprisingly no road noise. Check in was easy and the hotel owner was very solicitous.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient and clean

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

10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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

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