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The Ship Inn

The Ship Inn

The Ship Inn
3.5 star property
3.2 km from Shell Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (67)
"Beautiful location and fab food "
United Kingdom
Gillian
The price is NZ$407
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
The Ship Inn
Beach
Seascape Largo

Seascape Largo

Seascape Largo
3.5 star property
4.6 km from Shell Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"Matt was a wonderful host. The room was very clean and cosy. Breakfast was great and the veiw of the ocean was lovely. "
United States
Wesley
Seascape Largo
Exterior
Dunclutha Guest House

Dunclutha Guest House

Dunclutha Guest House
3.0 star property
8 km from Shell Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (412)
"Loved our, hostess, room and Breakfast. The hot tub was soo nice after a day of walking tours. "
United States
Richard
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Dunclutha Guest House
Garden
Balhousie Farm

Balhousie Farm

Balhousie Farm
3.0 star property
6.8 km from Shell Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (36)
"Ann was so lovely and provided an amazing breakfast!"
Canada
Linda
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Balhousie Farm
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Kilconquhar Castle Estate

Kilconquhar Castle Estate

Kilconquhar Castle Estate
3.0 star property
3.9 km from Shell Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (389)
"Comfortable place to stay"
United Kingdom
Ian
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Kilconquhar Castle Estate
Superior 2-Bedroom Apartment (Bedroom 1: 1 King or 2 Single beds, Bedroom 2: 1 King or 2 Single bed) | Living area
No1. Apartments St Andrews - South Street

No1. Apartments St Andrews - South Street

No1. Apartments St Andrews - South Street
4.0 star property
16.9 km from Shell Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"Great location near coffee and wonderful restaurants (The Saint just one block away) and and beside a gorgeous little chapel. Easy walk to golf but without being in all the crowds. Also, extremely comfortable. Only suggestion is more instructional info for finding things, using laundry machine, and how to leave things at check out. "
United States
Camilla
No1. Apartments St Andrews - South Street
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Seaton House - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Seaton House - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Seaton House - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
5.0 star property
17.3 km from Shell Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"A great property to stay in for walkable activities in St. Andrews."
United States
Katherine
The price is NZ$639
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Seaton House - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
The Waterfront

The Waterfront

The Waterfront
3.0 star property
11 km from Shell Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (199)
"Great location, good breakfast and very friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Alice
The price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The Waterfront
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The Inn At Kingsbarns

The Inn At Kingsbarns

The Inn At Kingsbarns
4.0 star property
17.6 km from Shell Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (188)
"A great stay. Everything was great from accommodation to the staff including a hearty breakfast. Would defo recommend to anyone 👌 "
United Kingdom
Frank
The price is NZ$302
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
The Inn At Kingsbarns
Terrace/patio
The Leddie Hotel

The Leddie Hotel

The Leddie Hotel
3.0 star property
20.4 km from Shell Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Friendly staff, lovely rooms and good access for golfing. "
Norway
Anne
The price is NZ$466
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The Leddie Hotel
Superior 1-Bedroom Apartment (The Retreat) - (1 King) | Private kitchen
No1. Apartments & Bedrooms St Andrews - St Mary’s

No1. Apartments & Bedrooms St Andrews - St Mary’s

No1. Apartments & Bedrooms St Andrews - St Mary’s
4.0 star property
17.1 km from Shell Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (223)
"Excellent apart-hotel. Spacious and comfortable unit with good-quality facilities. Location excellent - couldn't be more central."
United Kingdom
steven
No1. Apartments & Bedrooms St Andrews - St Mary’s
Terrace/patio
The Bank

The Bank

The Bank
4.0 star property
10.8 km from Shell Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (164)
"This was a wonderful place to stay and a perfect spot to start our vacation."
United States
Justin
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The Bank
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Fairmont St Andrews

Fairmont St Andrews

Fairmont St Andrews
5.0 star property
16.6 km from Shell Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great hotel "
United Kingdom
Vincent
The price is NZ$472
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Fairmont St Andrews
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Rusacks St Andrews

Rusacks St Andrews

Rusacks St Andrews
5.0 star property
17.2 km from Shell Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (418)
"Great location, friendly and helpful staff, clean and charming rooms with lovely views. "
United States
Avisa
The price is NZ$602
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Rusacks St Andrews
Standard Room
Haar with Rooms

Haar with Rooms

Haar with Rooms
3.5 star property
17.2 km from Shell Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (87)
"Excellent hotel in an excellent location and the most amazing breakfast. "
United Kingdom
Scott
The price is NZ$327
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Haar with Rooms
Restaurant
The Elbow Room

The Elbow Room

The Elbow Room
3.0 star property
17.6 km from Shell Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (193)
"Had a great stay. Room was large, parking on site and staff friendly. Had a great evening at their pub. "
Canada
Michael
The price is NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
The Elbow Room
Property entrance
Hotel du Vin & Bistro St. Andrews

Hotel du Vin & Bistro St. Andrews

Hotel du Vin & Bistro St. Andrews
4.0 star property
17.4 km from Shell Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (757)
"Our rooms were lovely and clean and comfy. The staff were very helpful"
United Kingdom
Derek
The price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Hotel du Vin & Bistro St. Andrews
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Balbirnie House

Balbirnie House

Balbirnie House
4.0 star property
17.3 km from Shell Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (291)
"Very lovely stay. Room was clean and cozy, also quiet despite a wedding going on on my arrival. Great dinner."
United Kingdom
Maria
Balbirnie House
Terrace/patio
The Albany Hotel St Andrews

The Albany Hotel St Andrews

The Albany Hotel St Andrews
3.0 star property
17.2 km from Shell Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (473)
"The staff were fantastic and the breakfast was delicious."
Canada
Barbara
The price is NZ$356
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
The Albany Hotel St Andrews
Bar (on property)
Greyfriars Inn by Greene King Inns

Greyfriars Inn by Greene King Inns

Greyfriars Inn by Greene King Inns
3.0 star property
17.2 km from Shell Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (302)
"Convenient location, reasonably priced. "
United States
Philip
The price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Greyfriars Inn by Greene King Inns
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Top Shell Bay Hotel Reviews

Kilconquhar Castle Estate

Kilconquhar Castle Estate

10/10 Excellent
"Staff are lovely, and the grounds are fantastic for kids, although at night the paths are quite dark."
Charlotte 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Kilconquhar Castle Estate

Hotels near other Shell Bay attractions

Elie Beach

4.6/5 (27 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Elie Beach during your travels in Leven? Wander the seaside or discover the countryside in this relaxing area.
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Wood Haven

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Wood Haven during your trip to Elie? Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shell Bay?
Shell Bay is located in Leven. Travellers like this welcoming area for its countryside and seaside. You'll find 136 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Shell Bay?
Kilconquhar Castle Estate is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Shell Bay. Another good choice is The Ship Inn, located 2 mi (3.2 km) away.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Shell Bay?
Expedia has 136 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Shell Bay.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shell Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Shell Bay.