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Whispering Sands Motel

2.5 star property
Enjoy 3 restaurants at this Hanksville motel

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds
Front of property
Exterior
Reception
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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90 South Highway 95, Hanksville, UT, 84734
  • Place, North Caineville Mesa
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Goblin Valley State Park
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Capitol Reef National Park
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, Accessible

Classic Room, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Hanksville

In Hanksville .You'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Mars Desert Research Center and 32 miles (52 km) of Capitol Reef National Park. Goblin Valley State Park is also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • North Caineville Mesa - 18 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Swing Arm City - 19 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Mars Desert Research Center - 25 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Goblin Valley State Park - 35 min drive - 61.0 km
  • Capitol Reef National Park - 37 min drive - 60.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Stan's Burger Shak - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Duke's Slickrock Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mowgli’s - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Outlaw’s Roost - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blondies Eatery And Gift - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Whispering Sands Motel

Enjoy 3 restaurants at this Hanksville motel
There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Whispering Sands Motel also features gift shops/newsstands, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking is free.

This Hanksville motel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 3 dining venues
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Convenience store
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Whispering Sands Motel offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Whispering Sands Motel to the airport?

Whispering Sands Motel is 235.7 mi (259-min drive) away from the Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whispering Sands Motel?

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whispering Sands Motel on Apr 26, 2026 start from CA $231, excluding 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.

Does Whispering Sands Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Whispering Sands Motel.

Does Whispering Sands Motel offer free breakfast?

Whispering Sands Motel offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Whispering Sands Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Whispering Sands Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Whispering Sands Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Whispering Sands Motel have a pool?

Whispering Sands Motel does not have a pool.

Does Whispering Sands Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

Does Whispering Sands Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Whispering Sands Motel to downtown Hanksville?

Whispering Sands Motel is 0.5 mi away from Hanksville.

Whispering Sands Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 597 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was friendly and quick, grabbing go breakfast. Can’t wait to be back in the area and we will be visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, pleasant staff, overall a great stay at this location. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

MARCELO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Pavithra

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean and good. We booked with breakfast Included. But, in the reception they told us they don’t serve breakfast anymore. That was misleading and inconvenient because we didn’t buy anything for breakfast. It always help when they update these information.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dezarae

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

KWANG JAE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrej

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Desk clerk very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ZICHENG

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua, Draper

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don't kid yourself You're in the middle of nowhere. The staff were super cool. They tried to accommodate us with an early morning departure time and were fantastic to talk to. The room was very clean and it's probably a 50-year-old motel but your choices are this or a cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karun

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast could be better. But property was good and room was good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

KEITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
A recently updated interior at an older motel. It was clean and the location was good for us. The furniture is of IKEA quality. I thought the bed was uncomfortable and my neck hurt after sleeping on it, but it was clean. The grab and go breakfast wasn't much but they didn't advertise a breakfast, so I was pleasantly surprised.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms. Nicely remodeled. Convenient for our travel plans. I would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Room wellexceeded expectations in cleanliness an how nice it is. Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We did not have warm blankets when we made reservations in November
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valentyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff super!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice, up-to-date room, quick check in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect little unassuming place for base camp to explore. This is my go to spot for the south swell and capitol reef region!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025