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Desert Air Motel

2.5 star property
Fuel up for adventure at this fun desert getaway with bike rentals and barbecue grills at your fingertips.

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Exterior
Individually furnished, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Reception
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
Outdoor banquet area
Desert Air Motel is the perfect retreat for those seeking adventure and relaxation. Start your day with a breakfast buffet, then unwind by the seasonal pool or explore nearby on rented bikes. With free in-room WiFi, a playground, and helpful staff around every corner.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is P7,846
P8,317 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 12 - Feb 13

Room options

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Individually furnished, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Premium Room

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Living area

Comfort House

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Individually furnished, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually furnished, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Living area

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Mountain View

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
806 W Oak St, Sanderson, TX, 79848

What's nearby

  • Masonic Hall - 13 min walk
  • Terrell County Visitor Center - 14 min walk
  • Terrell County Memorial Museum - 20 min walk

Getting around

  • Sanderson Station - 1 min drive
  • Del Rio, TX (DRT-Del Rio Intl.) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mitchell Ranches - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chile con Arnie - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Julio's Bar & Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Roundhouse Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dairy King - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Desert Air Motel

Property highlights
A free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace are just a few of the amenities provided at Desert Air Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and a snack bar/deli.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1960
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 20.00 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20.00

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: USD 20.00 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee

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, 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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from March to December
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Desert Air Motel Sanderson
Desert Air Sanderson
Desert Air Motel Motel
Desert Air Motel Sanderson
Desert Air Motel Motel Sanderson

Frequently asked questions

Does Desert Air Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Desert Air Motel?

As of Feb 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Air Motel on Feb 12, 2025 start from P 7,845.93, 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.

Is Desert Air Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Desert Air Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Desert Air Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Late check-in is available from 11:00 AM– 2:00 PM for a fee of USD 20.00.

What time is check-out at Desert Air Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 20.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Desert Air Motel located?

Situated in Sanderson, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Masonic Hall and Terrell County Visitor Center. Terrell County Memorial Museum is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

Desert Air Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 307 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 307 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 307 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 307 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 307 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and appeared to be recently renovated. If continuing to work on improvements I would get new towels and add a hairdryer to the room. Staff were very friendly and efficient. I like the retro feel to the place. We don’t usually stay in motels but would recommend this one if passing through as we were.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sjors

Liked: Staff & service
great place for travel in/out of BB park, we rented the little house which was great. staff supernice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool motel! Old and vintage but nicely remodeled. An unforgettable experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moshe

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
OMG, this property makes me rethink any other I had rated 5 stars: this is exactly what a hotel stay should be. Quaint and comfortable with lounging areas, fire pit/grilling area, vintage and very well-maintained rooms, a pool in season, and a reworked school bus as a free Continental breakfast spot. It's amazing and a testament to this community that a town of 664 can have this place and it be so wonderful. Definitely coming back to stay here and check out the canyons too!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcos, Austin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice vintage motel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Khalid, Doha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
NA
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Khalid, Doha

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Phyllis Snow

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very outdated and oatmeal and cold cereal free breakfast only
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James, Tallahassee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old school drive up motel. Clean, quaint, and just a good vibe to it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janeen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this quaint cute place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Judene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool area and place to relax
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Octavio

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location for our hunting trip in Sanderson. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. Staff excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not for cooking
We rented the room for the kitchen. The stove/oven and dishwasher were not installed. No plates, flatware or cooking utensils.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stop on the way to Big Bend. Staff was nice, pool was refreshing. Will definitely stay here again if we get the chance
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely refurbished older motel great ac comfortable bed good pool and outdoor commons area. Was there for a class reunion. It was a wonderful motel ecperience
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Morris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very retro hotel. Has been taken pretty good care of. Clean , beds comfortable. Not much space to store belongings. Would stay again if needed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It feels like you step back into the 1950s.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute and clean motel with a bus breakfast! Walkable and close to Big Bend, highly recommend :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nestled in the heart of Sanderson, TX, the Desert Air Motel offers a delightful blend of classic charm and comfort. This hidden gem on I-90 is a great place to stop on your road trip. Due to weather we had to switch our reservation around and Jessica at the front desk was super accommodating and helpful. We can't recommend this place enough. We also happened upon a great little honky tonk down the road at the open air Ranch House Restaurant, featuring a talented young country musician named Landry Walls. The Desert Air is definitely worth a stop in Sanderson.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024