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Our top choices for Shell Bay Beach hotels

1. The Knoll House

The Knoll House
3.1 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Anne
฿5,540
฿6,648 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Knoll House

2. Harbour Heights Hotel

Harbour Heights Hotel
2.8 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Claudia
฿5,269
฿6,323 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Harbour Heights Hotel

3. Haven Hotel

Haven Hotel
0.7 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Karen
฿4,968
฿5,962 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Haven Hotel

4. Sandbanks Hotel

Sandbanks Hotel
2.3 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Jacqueline
฿4,687
฿5,625 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Sandbanks Hotel

5. Rose and Crown

Rose and Crown
12.9 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Andrew
฿5,443
฿6,531 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Rose and Crown

6. Kingston Country Courtyard

Kingston Country Courtyard
10.4 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Christine
฿4,868
฿5,842 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Kingston Country Courtyard

7. The Canford

The Canford
3.4 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Martin
฿5,152
฿6,182 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Canford

8. Purbeck House Hotel

Purbeck House Hotel
7.6 km from Shell Bay Beach
United States
Dana
฿5,921
฿7,105 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Purbeck House Hotel

9. The Pines Hotel

The Pines Hotel
6.2 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
dave
฿8,767
฿10,521 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
The Pines Hotel

10. Grand Hotel Swanage

Grand Hotel Swanage
6.4 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Andy
฿6,462
฿7,755 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Grand Hotel Swanage

11. Mortons Manor

Mortons Manor
8.9 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Larry
฿8,971
฿10,766 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Mortons Manor

12. Bankes Arms Hotel

Bankes Arms Hotel
8.9 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Elisabeth
฿7,281
฿8,737 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Bankes Arms Hotel

13. Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!

Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!
8.1 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Vanessa
฿5,934
฿7,049 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!

14. Quayside Quarters

Quayside Quarters
5.1 km from Shell Bay Beach
United States
Alan
฿6,138
฿6,138 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Quayside Quarters

15. Inn In The Park

Inn In The Park
4.7 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Nicola
฿4,507
฿5,408 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Inn In The Park

16. The Merchant House

The Merchant House
4.9 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Beverly
฿5,944
฿7,133 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
The Merchant House

17. Grovefield Manor

Grovefield Manor
4.8 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Rosemary
฿7,355
฿8,827 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Grovefield Manor

18. Anchorage

Anchorage
5 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
DanIel
฿5,898
฿5,898 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Anchorage

19. The Green House

The Green House
7.3 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
PAUL
฿3,954
฿4,745 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
The Green House

20. THE NICI Bournemouth

THE NICI Bournemouth
6.2 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
karen
฿9,501
฿11,401 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
THE NICI Bournemouth
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Compare popular hotels close to Shell Bay Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Hiking
The Knoll House
8.6
Excellent
1,008 reviews
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Harbour Heights Hotel
8.6
Excellent
524 reviews
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Free daily full breakfast
Haven Hotel
8.0
Very good
1,012 reviews
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Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Sandbanks Hotel
8.0
Very good
910 reviews
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Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Rose and Crown
9.8
Exceptional
210 reviews
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Top Shell Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"The room was very clean.the staff were very friendly and helpful breakfast had great choices and it very relaxing."
annelise 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

8/10 Good
"Everything was good except the family room had a sofa bed instead of 2x single beds for my boys."
Seth 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG
Royal Bath Hotel

Royal Bath Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Room was abit outdated and could do with abit of tlc however the garden and sea view was amazing and the garden was very well maintained. could also of done with more pillows as there was only one per person that being said the hotel was very pleasant and we very much enjoyed our stay."
jon 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Royal Bath Hotel
Harbour Heights Hotel

Harbour Heights Hotel

8/10 Good
"Lovely location for soaking up the view from the patio, along with friendly and welcoming staff! Great breakfast as well!"
Alistair 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Harbour Heights Hotel
The Knoll House

The Knoll House

10/10 Excellent
"I knew that it was an old building with an interesting history and that is part of its charm, so not surprising that it could do with a bit of maintenance. However, that did not affect my stay. I really enjoyed staying there, the room was clean and had everything I needed. The staff were attentive and helpful. The food was of good quality, well cooked and presented. The situation is lovely and I particularly enjoyed being able to sit on the lawn or terrace and enjoy the view. I was staying on my own but felt quite content, and comfortable to be there. I just needed to get away for a few days break and Knoll House proved to be the perfect place for me."
Marion 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Knoll House
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

8/10 Good
"Air conditioning in the room incredibly hard to use effectively leading to very poor sleep Car park incredibly small however public parking 100 yards away"
Robert 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Inn In The Park

Inn In The Park

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent hotel fantastic location spotless clean food first class staff friendly and helpful would definitely recommend and stay again"
alan 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Inn In The Park

Other attractions near Shell Bay Beach

A concrete pier extending into the sea with large rocks on either side, under a cloudy sky.
Photo by Lamma Maund

Sandbanks Beach

9.2/10 (225 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sandbanks Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sandbanks. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
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A riverside town with historic buildings, including a castle-like structure.

Brownsea Castle

8.2/10 (26 reviews)
Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s.
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A sandy beach with dunes and grass.
Photo by Steve Hocking

Studland Beach and Nature Reserve

9.6/10 (162 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Studland Beach and Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Swanage. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.
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A lush garden with a small pond, a bridge, and various trees.

Compton Acres

8.6/10 (50 reviews)
The fine historic gardens of late Victorian mixed style were set up in the early 20th century. Peruse the range of exotic sections remaining today.
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A coastal landscape with white cliffs and a river.

Old Harry Rocks

9.6/10 (143 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Old Harry Rocks, a lovely green space in Studland. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
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Knoll Beach

9.6/10 (36 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Knoll Beach during your trip to Studland? Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
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Canford Cliffs Beach

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Canford Cliffs Beach during your trip to Poole? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Studland South Beach

9.6/10 (67 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Studland South Beach during your trip to Studland? Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shell Bay Beach?
Shell Bay Beach is located in Swanage. This welcoming area is known for its beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 31 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Shell Bay Beach?
Haven Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Shell Bay Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include Sandbanks Hotel and Harbour Heights Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Shell Bay Beach?
Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Shell Bay Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shell Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Shell Bay Beach.
What can I see and do near Shell Bay Beach?
Russell-Cotes Art Gallery and Museum, Poole Old Lifeboat Museum and Poole Museum feature captivating exhibits. You can check out the local talent at Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre, Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts and Tower Park. Spend some time wandering around Studland Beach and Nature Reserve, Old Harry Rocks and Bournemouth Lower Gardens.