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Our top choices for Shell Grotto hotels

Front of property

Old Town House by Ezestays

Old Town House by Ezestays
2.5 star property
Margate Old Town, 0.5 km from Shell Grotto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Great location and lovely hotel "
United States
Claire Langley
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Old Town House by Ezestays
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine

No.42 by GuestHouse Margate

No.42 by GuestHouse Margate
4.0 star property
Margate Old Town, 0.7 km from Shell Grotto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (154 reviews)
"Lovely spacious room with amazing sea view"
United Kingdom
Phil
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
No.42 by GuestHouse Margate
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Fort Road Hotel

Fort Road Hotel
4.0 star property
0.5 km from Shell Grotto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Great location, good design and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Ian
Fort Road Hotel
Exterior

Shenandoah House

Shenandoah House
2.5 star property
1.8 km from Shell Grotto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (144 reviews)
"Great place to stay really close to the beach and surrounding areas. "
United Kingdom
Jeffrey
Shenandoah House
Restaurant

Premier Inn Margate

Premier Inn Margate
3.0 star property
1.1 km from Shell Grotto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Good size rooms and close to center of Margate "
Sweden
Eva
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Premier Inn Margate
Terrace/patio

Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns

Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns
4.0 star property
3.1 km from Shell Grotto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (644 reviews)
"Great value for money and convenient location "
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns
Restaurant

The Hussar

The Hussar
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Shell Grotto
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (146 reviews)
"Nice clean place, helpful and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Colin
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
The Hussar
Flat-screen TV

Ballarat House

Ballarat House
3.0 star property
0.4 km from Shell Grotto
The price is €1,072
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Ballarat House
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine

The Botany Bay Hotel

The Botany Bay Hotel
3.0 star property
3.3 km from Shell Grotto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent room , great views and very helpful attentive team . Well done. "
United Kingdom
Nilesh
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
The Botany Bay Hotel
Restaurant

Albion House Ramsgate

Albion House Ramsgate
3.5 star property
6.5 km from Shell Grotto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Room was excellent bed supper comfy and the pillows amazing! Had an amazing steak for dinner with peppercorn sauce! Breakfast full English on point highly recommended "
United Kingdom
Vic
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Albion House Ramsgate
Twin Room (The Turner)

Bay Lodge

Bay Lodge
3.5 star property
7.1 km from Shell Grotto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"Nice place to stay, liked it"
United Kingdom
Gary
Bay Lodge
Outdoor dining

The Pegwell Bay Hotel

The Pegwell Bay Hotel
3.0 star property
6.7 km from Shell Grotto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Very nice, comfortable room, super friendly and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
Darius
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
The Pegwell Bay Hotel
Interior

Holiday Inn Express Ramsgate - Minster by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Ramsgate - Minster by IHG
3.0 star property
7.1 km from Shell Grotto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great room, pleasant staff"
United Kingdom
margaret
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Holiday Inn Express Ramsgate - Minster by IHG
Standard Single Room | Exterior

The Royal Oak Hotel

The Royal Oak Hotel
3.0 star property
6.6 km from Shell Grotto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (253 reviews)
"Really friendly and helpful staff Really clean room good location "
United Kingdom
Lisa
The Royal Oak Hotel
Exterior

San Clu Hotel

San Clu Hotel
3.0 star property
6.3 km from Shell Grotto
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (408 reviews)
"Excellent hotel great location staff friendly and helpful can’t fault them nice breakfast excellent room "
United Kingdom
Edward
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
San Clu Hotel
Garden

St Peters Bed and Breakfast

St Peters Bed and Breakfast
3.5 star property
13 km from Shell Grotto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay and explore Sandwich "
United Kingdom
Andrew
St Peters Bed and Breakfast
Beach nearby

Spencer Court Hotel

Spencer Court Hotel
3.0 star property
6.6 km from Shell Grotto
6.6 out of 10, (203 reviews)
"I happy"
United Kingdom
Krzysztof
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Spencer Court Hotel
Bar (on property)

The Blue Pigeons Hotel

The Blue Pigeons Hotel
3.5 star property
14.9 km from Shell Grotto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Very nice property and staff "
United States
Niall
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
The Blue Pigeons Hotel
Classic Double Room

Royal Albion Hotel

Royal Albion Hotel
3.0 star property
4.9 km from Shell Grotto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (560 reviews)
"Every thing from checking in to checking out was excellent, the sea view room was superb, had a wonderful sleep and breakfast was amazing will definitely return Wonderful "
United Kingdom
Angelina
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Royal Albion Hotel
Lobby

The Five Bells

The Five Bells
3.5 star property
16.9 km from Shell Grotto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (93 reviews)
"It was a lovely location and friendly staff and locals, who were easy to talk to and very engaging."
United Kingdom
Nick
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
The Five Bells
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Top Shell Grotto Hotel Reviews

The Botany Bay Hotel

The Botany Bay Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent room , great views and very helpful attentive team . Well done. "
Nilesh 2-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
The Botany Bay Hotel

Hotels near other Shell Grotto attractions

AMF Bowling Margate

You can enjoy the entertainment at AMF Bowling Margate during your trip to Margate. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
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Theatre Royal

Get tickets for a show at Theatre Royal, a popular theatre in Margate. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shell Grotto?
Shell Grotto is located in a welcoming area of Margate known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 165 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Shell Grotto?
Adjacent to Shell Grotto, Old Town House by Ezestays is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this aparthotel offers free WiFi and Select Comfort beds. Other good options within a short distance include No.42 by GuestHouse Margate and Fort Road Hotel.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Shell Grotto?
Expedia has 165 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, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Shell Grotto.
What can I see and do near Shell Grotto?
Dickens House Museum, RAF Manston History Museum and Ramsgate Tunnels feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore notable local landmarks like Quex Park, Margate Tudor House and Bleak House. You can catch a show at Winter Gardens, Granville Theatre and Theatre Royal.