This motel has the most wonderful location.It's quite sad to see how run down the motel is though as its potential as unique beach side accommodation is neglected.The entrance to the motel is unforgivable with ugly delapidated building,broken windows and entrance stuffed with boxes in the bargain basement shop which is a strange addition.The White Dog Cafe is in a brilliant location and lovely for coffee and breakfast.However throw away the twenty year old sofa beds,the glass table and chairs, and put some comfortable seating in its place.Fix up the tatty window frames on the outside and tart up the outdoor table and chairs.It requires little but would enhance what could be a really exceptional beach side motel.It need not be pretentious but kept within a beach side theme.The service is pretty amateurish although I am sure they are well meaning, but poorly trained in customer service.This would put off many people not used to this sort of "rustic" environment.

We stayed 3 nights during December and had a great time. At first glance the hotel appears a little tired but the room we stayed in had been renovated and was fine. The cafe had good breakfasts and was licenced, which for us was a bonus as sunsets on the deck with a glass of Tassie wine were a must. I also have to mention Cyranos french restaurant which is a short walk from the hotel. The rack of lamb would be one of the best I have ever tasted - anywhere! and I have had a few!

Having read other's reviews I was not looking forward to the planned night at Silver Sands. I was however sooooo pleasantly surprised. The shaby rear entrance to our room was in keeping with expectation but upon stepping into the room, it was pretty much imaculate. All aspects clean, all soft furnishings fresh, beds comfortable, self catering more generous than many motels and of course the location unbeatable. And yes, the woman managing the place is a little gruff but fundamentally good hearted. Maybe there are other rooms of lesser standard but the two we had I could not fault.

Great location with beautiful view of the ocean. Very friendly staff and pleasant rooms. Great looking cafe attached with great selection of cakes etc. Very clean and felt new, suited our needs perfectly- had a great sleep! Would definitely stay here again.