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Swanage Hotel Guide - Shell Bay Beach hotels in Swanage, United Kingdom.

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Our top choices for Shell Bay Beach hotels

Harbour Heights Hotel

Harbour Heights Hotel
4.0 star property
2.8 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (484 reviews)
"Room was clean bed comfortable and the staff were excellent nothing too much trouble- breakfast plentiful and evening menu great especially the seafood "
United Kingdom
Charles
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Harbour Heights Hotel

5 Red Sails

5 Red Sails
3.0 star property
1 km from Shell Bay Beach
The price is €1,346
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
5 Red Sails

The Canford

The Canford
4.0 star property
3.4 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"Great hotel for the Poole coast. "
Canada
Gregory P
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
The Canford

Inn In The Park

Inn In The Park
3.5 star property
4.7 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (205 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, welcoming. Food was excellent. Whole stay was very enjoyable and couldn't really be faulted. Must also mention how clean it was kept.👍👍"
United Kingdom
George
Inn In The Park

Grovefield Manor

Grovefield Manor
4.0 star property
4.8 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay , lovely area close to beach , room bit dated but clean ."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Grovefield Manor

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG
3.0 star property
4.9 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice and good staff"
United Kingdom
Cosmin-Lucian
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
4.0 star property
5.1 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (732 reviews)
"The room was amazing, very clean and plenty of space, the welcome and all the staff were first class. the food and service was outstanding. This hotel is truly excellent"
United Kingdom
Graham
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

The Merchant House

The Merchant House
4.0 star property
4.9 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (252 reviews)
"Comfortable stay and a great location. Easy parking in the multi storey across the road. The breakfast was epic."
United Kingdom
marek
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
The Merchant House

Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments

Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments
3.0 star property
5.1 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (918 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United Kingdom
Daryl
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns

Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
3.0 star property
5 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (342 reviews)
"A nice room in a lovely hotel in a lovely location My whole family had a really nice place Can't fault it Can't wait to come again"
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns

Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns

Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (248 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean and comfortable room."
United Kingdom
THOMAS
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns

The Nici

The Nici
4.0 star property
6.2 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (233 reviews)
"Excellent stay with great facilities and service."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
The Nici

The Green House

The Green House
4.0 star property
7.3 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Our 2nd stay in this lovely hotel. "
United Kingdom
Lincoln
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
The Green House

The Lodge at Meyrick Park

The Lodge at Meyrick Park
3.5 star property
7.1 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (409 reviews)
"Friendly welcoming staff, efficient friendly service, excellent rooms "
United Kingdom
STEPHEN
The Lodge at Meyrick Park

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
4.0 star property
6.2 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (486 reviews)
"Superb room (102). Excellent front desk team"
United Kingdom
Brian
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
3.5 star property
6.6 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Really good room, staff and breakfast"
United Kingdom
nick
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

THE GROVE HOTEL

THE GROVE HOTEL
3.0 star property
7.2 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (317 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and great location to explore Bournemouth!"
United States
Marc-Andre
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
THE GROVE HOTEL

The Chocolate Box Hotel

The Chocolate Box Hotel
3.5 star property
6.3 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (480 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, breakfast great, good choice, staff friendly, great location "
United Kingdom
Wendy
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
The Chocolate Box Hotel

The Durley Dean Hotel

The Durley Dean Hotel
4.0 star property
6 km from Shell Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff, fast check-in, clean room"
United Kingdom
Sandra
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
The Durley Dean Hotel

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
3.0 star property
6.1 km from Shell Bay Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay , very clean , staff helpful. Lots to choose for breakfast, nice fresh and hot. We had such a good stay we decided to stay an extra night . "
United Kingdom
Laura
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
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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 27 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 (0.8 km) from Shell Bay Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include The Knoll House and Sandbanks Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Shell Bay Beach?
Expedia has 27 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 Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts, Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre and Tower Park. Spend some time wandering around Studland Beach and Nature Reserve, Compton Acres and Old Harry Rocks.

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