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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
CA $234
CA $280 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Knoll House

2. Harbour Heights Hotel

Harbour Heights Hotel
2.8 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Claudia
CA $217
CA $260 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Harbour Heights Hotel

3. Haven Hotel

Haven Hotel
0.7 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Karen
CA $204
CA $245 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Haven Hotel

4. Sandbanks Hotel

Sandbanks Hotel
2.3 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Jacqueline
CA $193
CA $231 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Sandbanks Hotel

5. Little Robin Gate

Little Robin Gate
7.8 km from Shell Bay Beach
Australia
Kazzidi
CA $166
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Little Robin Gate

6. Rose and Crown

Rose and Crown
12.9 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Andrew
CA $218
CA $262 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Rose and Crown

7. The Hedley Townhouse

The Hedley Townhouse
6.3 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Nigel
CA $151
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
The Hedley Townhouse

8. YHA Swanage - Hostel

YHA Swanage - Hostel
7.8 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Ancy
CA $66
CA $79 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
YHA Swanage - Hostel

9. Kingston Country Courtyard

Kingston Country Courtyard
10.4 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Christine
CA $205
CA $247 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Kingston Country Courtyard

10. Purbeck House Hotel

Purbeck House Hotel
7.6 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Antoinette
CA $249
CA $299 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Purbeck House Hotel

11. The Pines Hotel

The Pines Hotel
6.2 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
dave
CA $370
CA $443 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
The Pines Hotel

12. Grand Hotel Swanage

Grand Hotel Swanage
6.4 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Andy
CA $273
CA $327 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Grand Hotel Swanage

13. Mortons Manor

Mortons Manor
8.9 km from Shell Bay Beach
United States
Chesla
CA $359
CA $431 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Mortons Manor

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

Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!
8.1 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Vanessa
CA $243
CA $290 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Glamping Cabin - Great for Hikers - Breakfast Inc!

15. Quayside Quarters

Quayside Quarters
5.1 km from Shell Bay Beach
United States
Alan
CA $251
CA $251 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Quayside Quarters

16. Anchorage

Anchorage
5 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
DanIel
CA $249
CA $249 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Anchorage

17. Grovefield Manor

Grovefield Manor
4.8 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Carmel
CA $362
CA $434 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Grovefield Manor

18. The Merchant House

The Merchant House
4.9 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Beverly
CA $234
CA $281 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
The Merchant House

19. Inn In The Park

Inn In The Park
4.7 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
Neil
CA $190
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Inn In The Park

20. THE NICI Bournemouth

THE NICI Bournemouth
6.2 km from Shell Bay Beach
United Kingdom
karen
CA $408
CA $489 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
THE NICI Bournemouth
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Compare popular hotels close to Shell Bay Beach

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Hiking
The Knoll House
8.6
Excellent
1,000 reviews
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Harbour Heights Hotel
8.6
Excellent
526 reviews
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Free daily full breakfast
Haven Hotel
8.0
Very good
1,000 reviews
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Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View
Sandbanks Hotel
8.0
Very good
910 reviews
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Lobby
Little Robin Gate
10.0
Exceptional
33 reviews
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Top Shell Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Harbour Heights Hotel

Harbour Heights Hotel

8/10 Good
"Great location but could really do with a bit of TLC, the hotel is very dated for the price"
Alexandra 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Harbour Heights Hotel
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Great swimming pool very warm to, outside area is great also just need a little area for the kids. Maybe even a chalk board or slide Restaurant : bar staff were great! Room was great and aircon was brilliant Breakfast was good but needed more fruit options Such an easy walk to the beach to! Highly recommend and will stay again"
Lauren 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Bournemouth West Cliff Hotel & Spa
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Great breakfast but no choice of eggs only scrambled"
Ellen 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful comfortable room, spacious, very comfy bed and bedding"
Kirsty 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott 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 6 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 7 days ago
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Modern apartment on Sandbanks Peninsula, with private garden. (pet friendly)

Modern apartment on Sandbanks Peninsula, with private garden. (pet friendly)

10/10 Excellent
"Overall our stay was excellent right in the middle of a heatwave. Only niggle was slow water trickle and no hot water to hand basin in bathroom but put up with it as we were only there for 3 nights.Be aware double bed mattress is very soft!"
Graham B. 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Modern apartment on Sandbanks Peninsula, with private garden. (pet friendly)
Sandbanks waterfront flat with panoramic views over Poole Harbour

Sandbanks waterfront flat with panoramic views over Poole Harbour

10/10 Excellent
"A fantastic appartment in a wonderful location. Mark the host was honestly incredibly helpful before and during our stay and so accommodating. Highly recommend"
Andrea W. 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Sandbanks waterfront flat with panoramic views over Poole Harbour
Where memories bring you back | Private Sauna

Where memories bring you back | Private Sauna

10/10 Excellent
"Villa Sofia is a wonderful place to stay. Donna is a fantastic host. The beds were super comfy, the kitchen is so well stocked, the house is immaculate and the robes were such a luxurious and unexpected addition.Being able to sit on the terrace and watch my daughter laugh and play on the swings, whilst the sun going down, was really special. We had such a memorable time at Villa Sofia and I would thoroughly recommend it."
Harriet C. 9-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Where memories bring you back | Private Sauna

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 vacation is part of your travel plans, Sandbanks Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Sandbanks. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out 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 savor 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, check out the 31 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Shell Bay Beach?
Haven Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 accommodations 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 room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near 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.