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Haven Hotel

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (998)
"Lovely views across the bay, quiet part of the beach. Breakfast at the Hotel was excellent"
The price is NZ$358
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Haven Hotel

Harbour Heights Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (458)
"Super hotel"
The price is NZ$444
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Harbour Heights Hotel

Sandbanks Hotel

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (825)
"The beach area was well maintained, the staff were very professional and friendly. The room size was very good and terrace overlooking the sea was great"
The price is NZ$325
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Sandbanks Hotel

Grovefield Manor

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (202)
"What a fantastic little gem of a find. Close the lovely clean sand beaches, nice bars & restaurants. Yet very relaxing & quiet, my friend and I thoroughly enjoyed our girlie weekend break "
The price is NZ$394
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Grovefield Manor

Amarillo

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (298)
"Very clean and comfortable, lovely hosts. Highly recommend "
The price is NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Amarillo

YHA Swanage - Hostel

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (38)
"Unbelievably cheap stay. Lovely en suite room with sea view. Staff very friendly and helpful. My first stay in a YHA in nearly 30 years and experience was so good I’m looking to come again. Only gripe would be internet signal in rooms a bit poor "
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
YHA Swanage - Hostel

The Merchant House

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (242)
"Great time with the owner that made our stay memorable."
The price is NZ$358
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
The Merchant House

The Chocolate Box Hotel

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (479)
"Nice hotel"
The price is NZ$302
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
The Chocolate Box Hotel

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (684)
"It was quirky but excellent "
The price is NZ$372
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

The Lodge at Meyrick Park

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (354)
"Fantastic visit, friendly staff, great facilities, lovely clean spacious rooms and delicious food. "
The Lodge at Meyrick Park

The Green House

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Location, parking comfortable and people, made out stay"
The price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Green House

The Nici

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (182)
"Lovely property with attentive staff in great location."
The price is NZ$595
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
The Nici

Applewood Hotel

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (665)
"Had another lovely stay at this hotel and will visit again. "
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Applewood Hotel

Charter Hotel Bournemouth

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (14)
"We had a lovely one night stay, the property exterior needs some TLC but the inside was lovely. Staff friendly, clean room, easy late check in. Four of us stayed room 14 lovely spacious and very comfortable. Amazing value for money 😊"
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Charter Hotel Bournemouth

Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"A nice place to stay for a night in Bournemouth before travelling home"
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

Balincourt Guest House

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (274)
"Fantastic stay"
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Balincourt Guest House

Derby Manor

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (610)
"We had a perfect stay!"
Derby Manor

THE GROVE HOTEL

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (241)
"Hotel was lovely and receptionist Reddy was lovely and really friendly and helpful"
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
THE GROVE HOTEL

Kingston Country Courtyard

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (172)
"Lovely welcoming staff Room lovely Excellent breakfast Very fair price too"
The price is NZ$278
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Kingston Country Courtyard

The Ravensbourne Hotel

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (155)
"Superb! "
The price is NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
31 July - 1 Aug
The Ravensbourne Hotel
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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 23 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 Sandbanks Hotel and Laguna Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Shell Bay Beach?

Expedia has 23 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 Bournemouth Pavillion Theatre, Lighthouse, Poole's Centre for the Arts and Tower Park. Spend some time wandering around Studland Beach and Nature Reserve, Compton Acres and Old Harry Rocks.