A restaurant, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free motel.
Sandman Inn Blue River offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually decorated. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The motel offers a restaurant. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary.
Sandman Inn Blue River is a smoke-free property.
Sandman Inn Blue River has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Tony Grill Restaurant
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
In the mountains
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
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
2 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
LCD TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Free local calls
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
For reservations of five nights or more, the credit card on file will be pre-authorized immediately after booking, where payment for the stay will be made onsite instead of at the time of booking.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum CAD 125 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 14 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation, per night (maximum CAD 125 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Blue River Sandman
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Sandman Inn Blue River
Sandman Inn Blue River Hotel Blue River
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Sandman Inn Blue River Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 1005 reviews
10 - Excellent
250
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1005 reviews
8 - Good
317
Rating 6 - Okay. 210 out of 1005 reviews
6 - Okay
210
Rating 4 - Poor. 146 out of 1005 reviews
4 - Poor
146
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1005 reviews
2 - Terrible
82
7.2/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
6.4/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Andrew, Sherwood Park
Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Feb 11, 2026
Disliked: Amenities
The room was serviceable and clean. Unfortunately the on site restaurant was closed due to water leak issues.
No indication the restaurant was closed for a month, with food services being "down the road" at a food truck. Large icicles directly above parking area making it impossible to safely leave vehicle just outside the door. Compared to hotel booked for 3 nights was considerably cheaper. Lack of staff fir extended hours was worrisome if something went wrong in the unit.
I was driving truck and trailer, parking was easy, out in front of my room. Fellow who checked me in was polite and friendly. Kitchen was closed for Reno
Booked two rooms on the spot because it got dark and weather wasn't so great in the mountains to drive. Overall experience was great if ever get in a situation like that again around that area would definitely stay here.
All was fine except there was a constant knocking from above our bathroom. The restaurant was great as was the male staff!
Loriann
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Rob
Traveled with group
Nov 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Yes!
Rob
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
4/10 Poor
murray
Nov 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Phoned the manager to confirm the reservation as I received a confirmation for another guest, said she would phone me back in an hour....never received a call back!