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Desert Air Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Sanderson with free breakfast and seasonal outdoor pool

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Exterior
Reception
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
Outdoor banquet area
Free daily buffet breakfast
The Desert Air Motel offers adventure and relaxation. Start your day with a breakfast buffet, then cool off in the seasonal pool or explore on rented bikes. Enjoy free in-room WiFi and a playground. Staff are ready to assist throughout your stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is HK$944
HK$1,001 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, individually furnished, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, individually furnished, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort House

Living area

Comfort House

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Mountain View

Living area

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

Highlights

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

Map
806 W Oak St, Sanderson, TX, 79848

What's nearby

  • Masonic Hall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Terrell County Visitor Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Terrell County Memorial Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ferguson Motors Coffee Shop - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Ranch House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Eagles Nest Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dairy King - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chelis Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

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 hire, smoke-free property and barbecues
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

Similar properties

Property grounds

Budget Inn Sanderson

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
7.4 out of 10, Good, 149 reviews
The price is HK$622
HK$659 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Budget Inn Sanderson

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

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
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 are 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.

Payment types at the property

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 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 to 10:00 PM.

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

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Air Motel on 2 Nov 2025 start from HK$943.97, 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 to 2:00 PM for a fee of USD 20.00.

What time is check-out at Desert Air Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout 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.

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Reviews

Desert Air Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 344 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 344 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 344 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 344 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 344 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool and pavilion area was a relaxing spot, and the breakfast bus was a cool touch.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

NITIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, especially if you are returning or visiting the park.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m from Sanderson and I always love coming into town to relax. Away from the crazy city. The stay was amazing. The only thing is maybe a mirror in the bigger rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun retro type motel. Comfortable and clean. Convenient for our trip to Big Bend. Good breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. I stayed in Room 117 with the private patio.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

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

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, basic motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Small town charm

The office manager was so pleasant, the room was clean and the bed wasn’t too uncomfortable. Over all it was a great little town stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Matt our host was very friendly and welcoming and the whole property was very clean and well maintained. An oasis in the middle of nowhere and a great stop over option. Breakfast is available in the room, chocolate milk and chocolate rice crispies - but lots of other good stuff too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff. Love the room. It’s adorable. Very clean. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Friends trip

We arrived after office hours and they made it convenient to get into our room. Rooms and entire motel were cute and clean. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small motel in excellent condition. Nice and clean. Check in easy and staff was very pleasant. There are no food options except at the gas station across the street as the town in small. This was a good stopping point an hour or so outside of Big Bend National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s a double bed, not queen. Old place…..but it was clean and comfy. A breakfast of sorts is complementary in room. Nice retro fridge and micro. BBQ and picnic area are nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Phyllis Snow

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

Liying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the room is not very large, but, well design, make you feel roomy with microwave and refrigerator.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

fun time

the room was very comforble. there was photo of my grand grandparent's home on wall. the staff was very helpful. thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Okay

There are not many hotels in this area so this was it. The internet was not working so I used my phone's hotspot. The mattress was not real comfortable. Someone tried to get into my vehicle during the night but the alarm scared them off.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

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

Great place.

Very 1950's vibe. Updated and clean. There was a bench in front of the room so you could sit outside. I arrived early and the owner came to the office to check me in inspite of being early. The rooms have Refrigerated Air.😃 A.K.A. air conditioning. 😁 I would certainly stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Celia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only Motel in the area. Very basic, but enough for a night of sleep. Our shower drain is clogged. The included breakfast is 1 bottle of water, one small milk, 2 packs of oatmeal and coffee. Looks like the room has been renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Skye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super retro feel. Adorable and affordable. Stayed here on our way to Big Bend. They were very helpful with my VERY late check in as this was a spur of the moment trip and we had to travel 8hrs after work. Loved the down home feel, owners are sweet as pie and very helpful with any questions. Tiny tiny town so very limited on food options but they pointed us to Ferguson Motors a little local coffee shop that also serves some breakfast options. Get there early as it's first come first serve for food. Overall had a wonderful time here and enjoyed a piping hot shower after a full day of hiking in big bend! Be aware, big bend is about 2 hrs from here but it's one of the only places to stay *near* the park last minute.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jano

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

Moth infested.

The hotel is infested with moths! There are moths in the room and moths swarming outside. Flying moths are harmless, but their larvae deliver painful bites. The entire hotel needs to be treated for this infestation. Otherwise this would be an OK cheap motel. There is no breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023