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Our top choices for Shell Beach hotels

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a mirror.

1. Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT

Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT
2.0 star property
10.5 km from Shell Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,102 reviews)
"Everything was great"
United States
Carlos Noel
The price is ฿2,161
฿2,519 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

2. Rodeway Inn & Suites Branford - Guilford

Rodeway Inn & Suites Branford - Guilford
2.0 star property
12.5 km from Shell Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (334 reviews)
"Everything was great."
United States
Bryan
The price is ฿2,498
฿2,872 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Rodeway Inn & Suites Branford - Guilford
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and landscaped gardens.

3. Courtyard by Marriott New Haven Orange-Milford

Courtyard by Marriott New Haven Orange-Milford
3.0 star property
8.7 km from Shell Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"We enjoyed the stay and the staff was very kind and helpful to us."
United States
jimmy
The price is ฿3,704
฿4,259 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott New Haven Orange-Milford
A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp.

4. American Inn

American Inn
2.0 star property
12.5 km from Shell Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (591 reviews)
"Great stay as always!"
United States
Mark
The price is ฿3,172
฿3,647 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
American Inn
A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a decorative wall.

5. The Blake Hotel

The Blake Hotel
4.0 star property
7.3 km from Shell Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel in the heart of New Haven."
United States
Taquita
The price is ฿7,566
฿8,701 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Blake Hotel
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar seating, and pendant lighting.

6. Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area

Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
3.0 star property
7.7 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,132 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Rapheal
The price is ฿3,702
฿4,257 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a television, and a microwave.

7. Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven

Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
2.5 star property
7 km from Shell Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,889 reviews)
"We had a great stay. Friendly staff, clean room and good breakfast options."
United States
Paul
The price is ฿3,700
฿4,255 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
A spacious living area with a dining table, comfortable seating, and a large window providing natural light.

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Milford

Residence Inn by Marriott Milford
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (501 reviews)
"We have been staying here for years when we visit family. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The staff is friendly and helpful. It's also a nice quiet location."
United States
Mary
The price is ฿4,530
฿5,209 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott Milford
A hotel room with a round table, two black chairs, a sofa, a TV, a minibar, and a mirror.

9. Red Roof Inn Milford - New Haven

Red Roof Inn Milford - New Haven
2.0 star property
16.6 km from Shell Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,070 reviews)
"Clean and calm for a motel Staff were nice, and rooms where well maintained"
Canada
Sebastien
The price is ฿2,647
฿3,044 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Red Roof Inn Milford - New Haven
A dimly lit bar with wooden furniture, hanging pendant lights, and a bar counter with a neon sign.

10. Graduate by Hilton New Haven

Graduate by Hilton New Haven
4.0 star property
7.7 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"A nice, charming and clean hotel, with an excellent coffeeshop on the first floor."
Norway
Lars
The price is ฿5,714
฿6,571 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Graduate by Hilton New Haven
A lobby area with seating arrangements, a reception desk, and a view of the outside.

11. Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG
3.0 star property
10.4 km from Shell Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Booked for it’s location."
United States
John
The price is ฿3,851
฿4,428 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a television mounted on the wall, a trash can, and a seating area with orange chairs and a table.

12. Motel 6 Milford, CT

Motel 6 Milford, CT
2.0 star property
16.3 km from Shell Beach
6.6 out of 10, (1,062 reviews)
"Convenient place for quick stay for traveler"
United States
Sanh
The price is ฿2,364
฿2,719 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Motel 6 Milford, CT
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Courtyard by Marriott" sign, featuring a modern architectural design with a flat roof and large windows.

13. Courtyard By Marriott Shelton

Courtyard By Marriott Shelton
3.0 star property
19.4 km from Shell Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Friendly staff, comfortable bed and clean. Convenient locations with lots of choices for dinner."
United States
Rita
The price is ฿4,565
฿5,250 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Courtyard By Marriott Shelton
A hotel reception area with a stone wall backdrop, a reception desk, a blue armchair, and a patterned armchair.

14. Hamden Hotel and Suites – Hamden New Haven

Hamden Hotel and Suites – Hamden New Haven
2.5 star property
15 km from Shell Beach
6.6 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, a good selection of hot and cold breakfast items and beverages. Hot tub was relaxing. I would visit again while I'm in town."
Canada
SIMONE
The price is ฿2,432
฿2,797 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Hamden Hotel and Suites – Hamden New Haven
A modern reception area with a curved desk, digital displays, and vending machines.

15. Springhill Suites Milford

Springhill Suites Milford
3.0 star property
16.6 km from Shell Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, well maintained, friendly staff"
United States
Cynthia
The price is ฿3,618
฿4,160 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Springhill Suites Milford
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, wooden dining tables, and chairs. There are four wall-mounted appliances and a large window providing natural light.

16. Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.0 star property
5.3 km from Shell Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (450 reviews)
"The room is clean. Nice breakfast. A great deal given its location."
United States
Zhaoyang
The price is ฿2,056
฿2,364 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Quality Inn
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17. Whitney Inn & Suites

Whitney Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
19.2 km from Shell Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (682 reviews)
"Excellent stay great place recommended for all stays"
United States
John
The price is ฿3,340
฿3,841 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Whitney Inn & Suites
A hotel lobby with a fireplace, two leather chairs, a reception desk, and a stone wall.

18. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ & Suites Guilford

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ & Suites Guilford
2.5 star property
16.4 km from Shell Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (465 reviews)
"Very broken down needing upgrades"
United States
David
The price is ฿3,036
฿3,492 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ & Suites Guilford
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

19. Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven

Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven
2.5 star property
12.3 km from Shell Beach
6.6 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"We loved it, been there two times already."
United States
Delmy
The price is ฿3,003
฿3,453 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Shelton

Hilton Garden Inn Shelton
3.0 star property
19 km from Shell Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,096 reviews)
"Great stay nice oversized rooms."
United States
Lynn
The price is ฿3,876
฿4,457 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Shelton
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Compare popular hotels close to Shell Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a mirror.
Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT
2.0 star property
7.6
Good
1,102 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.
Rodeway Inn & Suites Branford - Guilford
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
334 reviews
View
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and landscaped gardens.
Courtyard by Marriott New Haven Orange-Milford
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
999 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp.
American Inn
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
591 reviews
View
A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a decorative wall.
The Blake Hotel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View

Top Shell Beach Hotel Reviews

Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven

Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven

8/10 Good
"The staff were delightful, great breakfast, and room was clean. Only downside was the outdated shower and horrible shower head/water pressure. Otherwise good stay, would come back again."
Shauna 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven

Other attractions near Shell Beach

A lighthouse, a beach, and a building with a red roof.

Lighthouse Point Carousel

7.8/10 (7 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Lighthouse Point Carousel during your stay in East Haven. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shell Beach?
Shell Beach is located in East Haven. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 15 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Shell Beach?
New Haven Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a fitness centre and a snack bar/deli. It's located 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Shell Beach.
How many hotels are there close to Shell Beach?
Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Shell Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shell Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Shell Beach.
What can I see and do near Shell Beach?
Shoreline Trolley Museum, New Haven Museum and Pardee Morris House feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Lighthouse Point Park, Five Mile Point Lighthouse and Lighthouse Point Carousel. You can watch performances at Long Wharf Theatre, Shubert Theater and Woolsey Hall if you're interested in local theatre.