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Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel

Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel
3.0 star property
Pontymoile, 1.4 km from Shell Grotto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"This is a nice, small modern hotel with easy access to major roads and plenty of parking."
Canada
Gordon
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel

The Little Crown Inn

The Little Crown Inn
3.0 star property
Pen Tranch, 1.5 km from Shell Grotto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"I like the property easy access big carpark nice room "
United Kingdom
Wanlee
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
The Little Crown Inn

Premier Inn Pontypool

Premier Inn Pontypool
3.0 star property
Pontymoile, 1.1 km from Shell Grotto
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Premier Inn Pontypool

Premier Inn Cwmbran

Premier Inn Cwmbran
3.0 star property
3.7 km from Shell Grotto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Friendly staff and excellent service "
Australia
Darren James
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Premier Inn Cwmbran

Hotels 247

Hotels 247
2.0 star property
13.2 km from Shell Grotto
6.0 out of 10, (30)
"The room was clean and comfortable, and the receptionist who attended to me was courteous and attentive, making my stay pleasant."
United Kingdom
Chukwudi
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hotels 247

Newport 1-Bed Apt, Sleeps 2 near Train Station

Newport 1-Bed Apt, Sleeps 2 near Train Station
2.0 star property
12.9 km from Shell Grotto
6.0 out of 10, (1)
"The communication was brilliant and personal. The safety of the overall building didnt feel secure but it was okay in the actual room. But the off putting part was the area in which it was situated and we felt vunerable."
United Kingdom
Hollie
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Newport 1-Bed Apt, Sleeps 2 near Train Station

Glebe Farm Cottage

Glebe Farm Cottage
2.0 star property
5.9 km from Shell Grotto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Nice clean quiet country farmstay"
Australia
Nigel
The price is €387
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Glebe Farm Cottage

Luxury Home 5 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Games Room Parking

Luxury Home 5 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Games Room Parking
2.0 star property
11.5 km from Shell Grotto
The price is €638
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Luxury Home 5 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Games Room Parking

Parkway Hotel & Spa

Parkway Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
7.8 km from Shell Grotto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great staff, bar and food"
United Kingdom
peter
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Parkway Hotel & Spa

Tysylfaen Brecon Beacons

Tysylfaen Brecon Beacons
3.0 star property
16.2 km from Shell Grotto
The price is €189
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Tysylfaen Brecon Beacons

Kings Head Usk

Kings Head Usk
3.0 star property
9 km from Shell Grotto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (30)
"Clean and spacious room . "
United Kingdom
karthikeyan
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Kings Head Usk

The Lion

The Lion
4.0 star property
8.8 km from Shell Grotto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (138)
"Great location and staff "
United Kingdom
Iestyn
The Lion

Cwrt Bleddyn Hotel & Spa

Cwrt Bleddyn Hotel & Spa
3.0 star property
9.8 km from Shell Grotto
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (535)
"Amazing stay"
United Kingdom
maria
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Cwrt Bleddyn Hotel & Spa

Premier Inn Ebbw Vale

Premier Inn Ebbw Vale
3.0 star property
13 km from Shell Grotto
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Premier Inn Ebbw Vale

The Cwmcarn Hotel

The Cwmcarn Hotel
2.0 star property
9.8 km from Shell Grotto
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (6)
"Great host, lovely people, all your basic needs and in an ideal mountain biking location"
United Kingdom
Lewis
The price is €40
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
The Cwmcarn Hotel

4 Bed Townhouse-sleeps 7-garden-pets-valley View

4 Bed Townhouse-sleeps 7-garden-pets-valley View
3.5 star property
7.5 km from Shell Grotto
The price is €417
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
4 Bed Townhouse-sleeps 7-garden-pets-valley View

Heron's Lodge

Heron's Lodge
3.0 star property
6.1 km from Shell Grotto
The price is €459
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Heron's Lodge

The Greyhound Inn & Hotel

The Greyhound Inn & Hotel
4.0 star property
11.3 km from Shell Grotto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (168)
"Lovely inn serving good food and friendly staff. Rooms were clean. "
United Kingdom
Elaine
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
The Greyhound Inn & Hotel

The Priory Hotel and Restaurant

The Priory Hotel and Restaurant
4.0 star property
11.7 km from Shell Grotto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (667)
"Absolutely amazing. The staff were so welcoming and the food was amazing. It was faultless. Definitely would recommend "
United Kingdom
Donal
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Priory Hotel and Restaurant

The New Court Inn

The New Court Inn
4.0 star property
9.1 km from Shell Grotto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (88)
"Stayed a few times always great people in the bar area and staff are spot on"
United Kingdom
Kevin
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
The New Court Inn
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shell Grotto?
Shell Grotto is located in a welcoming area of Pontypool known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 8 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Shell Grotto?
Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and a bar. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Shell Grotto. Other good choices within a short distance include Premier Inn Pontypool and The Little Crown Inn.
How many hotels are there near Shell Grotto?
Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Shell Grotto.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shell Grotto, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Shell Grotto.

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