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The Knoll House

The Knoll House
3.5 star property
3.1 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, excellent food and a beautiful location makes for a delightful break. "
United Kingdom
Sally
The price is NZ$290
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
The Knoll House

Harbour Heights Hotel

Harbour Heights Hotel
4.0 star property
2.8 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (493 reviews)
"Fabulous room with beautiful sea views, wonderful breakfast and outside area, stunning location "
United Kingdom
CLAIRE
The price is NZ$299
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Harbour Heights Hotel

Sandbanks Hotel

Sandbanks Hotel
4.0 star property
2.3 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (865 reviews)
"Definitely not a 4 star hotel and not worth the price, but location is perfect and room is comfortable enough"
United Kingdom
Isabel
The price is NZ$272
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Sandbanks Hotel

The Canford

The Canford
4.0 star property
3.4 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (134 reviews)
"Good parking at the hotel and outside , very nice area with good walking potential. Great vibrant pub / dining area."
United Kingdom
Martin
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
The Canford

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel for my one night stay. Hotel had everything you could want and breakfast was amazing. Only things that would have got a better rating was having someone there when I arrived.i waited a while at check in and I had a ground floor room with a table right outside my window that smokers were using."
United Kingdom
John
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

The Ox Pub & Rooms

The Ox Pub & Rooms
2.0 star property
5.3 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Excellent stay! The staff were unbelievably lovely and the room was so comfortable, well decorated, clean and with everything you could need for a stay. "
United Kingdom
Kathryn
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
The Ox Pub & Rooms

Inn In The Park

Inn In The Park
3.5 star property
4.7 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (208 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and 2 minutes walk to the beach "
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
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, (214 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay for the weekend"
United Kingdom
Rosemary
The price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Grovefield Manor

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, (761 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, great breakfast"
United Kingdom
Nick
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

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, (353 reviews)
"Nice friendly hotel "
United Kingdom
Louise
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns

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, (920 reviews)
"It wasn't very clean. Dirty bed, dirty bathroom, other people's hair everywhere, it felt like they hadn't cleaned or vacuumed. The food was not delivered on time, we had to ask for even plain water. The staff was busy setting the table and didn't pay attention to anything that wasn't there to eat."
United Kingdom
Ruslana
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Riviera Hotel & Holiday Apartments

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
3.5 star property
6.6 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay."
United Kingdom
Hawatu
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

The Merchant House

The Merchant House
4.0 star property
4.9 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (256 reviews)
"Very comfortable, friendly host, fantastic breakfast. "
United Kingdom
Wayne
The price is NZ$371
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
The Merchant House

Applewood Hotel

Applewood Hotel
3.5 star property
6.2 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (714 reviews)
"Great location, clean rooms and friendly helpful staff upon check-in"
United Kingdom
Lynne
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Applewood Hotel

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, (541 reviews)
"Very nice hotel to stay"
United Kingdom
Lina
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel

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)
"Lovely hotel to stay in, check in was really easy. Comfy bed and clean. "
United Kingdom
Louise
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
The Green House

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, (259 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean and comfortable room."
United Kingdom
THOMAS
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Shah of Persia, Poole by Marston's Inns

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, (439 reviews)
"The gym and pool facilities are great and really made our visit. Room was comfortable and the bathroom newly refurbished. 10 min walk into town which made everything convenient. Would stay again."
United Kingdom
Emma
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
The Lodge at Meyrick Park

THE GROVE HOTEL

THE GROVE HOTEL
3.0 star property
7.2 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (338 reviews)
"This is middle of the road hotel in Bournemouth which harks back to a bygone era & the staff are fantastic. I enjoyed my stay, nice clean rooms & very close to the seafront & the town centre."
United Kingdom
Simon
The price is NZ$114
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
THE GROVE HOTEL

Sea Stone Hotel

Sea Stone Hotel
4.0 star property
6.6 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (665 reviews)
"Good VFM hotel. Stayed in room in roof, plenty large enough with a few en-suite bathroom quirks"
United Kingdom
Nigel
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Sea Stone Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Shell Bay Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony
The Knoll House
3.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Harbour Heights Hotel
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
493 reviews
View
Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View
Sandbanks Hotel
4.0 star property
8.0
Very good
865 reviews
View
Beach nearby
The Canford
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
134 reviews
View
Lunch and dinner served
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG
3.0 star property
8.2
Very good
1,002 reviews
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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 30 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 (0.7 km) from Shell Bay Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include Sandbanks Hotel and The Knoll House.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Shell Bay Beach?
Expedia has 30 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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