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Our top choices for Shell Beach hotels

Standard Single Room, Balcony, River View | View from room
Madeira House

Madeira House

Madeira House
2.0 star property
3.9 km from Shell Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"Very restful and intentional place to stay. Everything was spotless and had little touches that make you feel at home away from home"
United States
Caeden
The price is NZ$389
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Madeira House
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views
The Inn at the Tides

The Inn at the Tides

The Inn at the Tides
2.5 star property
11.1 km from Shell Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1563)
"Clean room, great location, friendly staff "
United States
Susan
The price is NZ$369
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
The Inn at the Tides
Duplex, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Ocean View (Pelican 2) | Private kitchen
Bodega Harbor Inn

Bodega Harbor Inn

Bodega Harbor Inn
2.0 star property
10.4 km from Shell Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Clean room, comfortable bed, great view!"
United States
Jenifer
The price is NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Bodega Harbor Inn
Room (Adventure Tent)
AutoCamp Sonoma

AutoCamp Sonoma

AutoCamp Sonoma
3.5 star property
12.2 km from Shell Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (143)
"Friendly staff, clean and current facilities. Fun for the family. Nice, quiet location for food and playing in the woods."
United States
brandee
The price is NZ$346
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
AutoCamp Sonoma
Reception
Inn on the Russian River

Inn on the Russian River

Inn on the Russian River
2.0 star property
10.2 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (357)
"Very friendly staff. Loved the location and the ambiance."
United States
Timothy
Inn on the Russian River
Restaurant
Cottages on River Road

Cottages on River Road

Cottages on River Road
2.5 star property
15.3 km from Shell Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Fantastic, beautiful place at a reasonable price. Great included breakfast and super friendly staff.. Will definitely return here when in the area "
United States
Carlos
Cottages on River Road
View from room
Casa Secoya

Casa Secoya

Casa Secoya
2.5 star property
11.5 km from Shell Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (541)
"It was a wonderful stay "
United States
Deepali
The price is NZ$294
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Casa Secoya
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Boon Hotel + Spa - Adults Only

Boon Hotel + Spa - Adults Only

Boon Hotel + Spa - Adults Only
3.0 star property
14.3 km from Shell Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (60)
"Loved everything about this place. Would highly recommend:) "
United States
Brittany
The price is NZ$362
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Boon Hotel + Spa - Adults Only
Exterior
Highlands Resort - Adults Only

Highlands Resort - Adults Only

Highlands Resort - Adults Only
2.0 star property
13.6 km from Shell Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (64)
"We had a very pleasant stay. Staff was very friendly and inviting. The cabin was beyond cute and accommodating, very clean as well. We would definitely stay again. "
United States
Brandon
Highlands Resort - Adults Only
Flat-screen TV, DVD player
Bodega Bay Inn

Bodega Bay Inn

Bodega Bay Inn
2.5 star property
10 km from Shell Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (391)
"amazing accommodating staff, great property, close to great dining, affordable, quiet and low key."
United States
james
The price is NZ$326
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Bodega Bay Inn
Dining
The Lodge at Bodega Bay

The Lodge at Bodega Bay

The Lodge at Bodega Bay
4.0 star property
12.7 km from Shell Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Really comfortable and elegant place to stay "
United States
sergio
The price is NZ$682
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
The Lodge at Bodega Bay
Sun deck
Boho Manor

Boho Manor

Boho Manor
3.5 star property
10.2 km from Shell Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (162)
"Beautiful setting, lovely area. We’ll come back again when we can stay longer. "
United States
Cheri
The price is NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Boho Manor
Outdoor pool
The Occidental Lodge

The Occidental Lodge

The Occidental Lodge
3.0 star property
13.7 km from Shell Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (677)
"Clean room, friendly staff, quiet and safe area, in the center of the most adorable town. "
United States
Caroline
The Occidental Lodge
Superior Cabin, 1 Queen Bed
Dawn Ranch

Dawn Ranch

Dawn Ranch
3.5 star property
13 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (88)
"We loved the property, amenities and friendly staff."
United States
Ashley
The price is NZ$556
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Dawn Ranch
Exterior detail
Sonoma Coast Villa

Sonoma Coast Villa

Sonoma Coast Villa
4.0 star property
15.8 km from Shell Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (703)
"Great room and kind staff. "
United States
Carla
The price is NZ$369
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Sonoma Coast Villa
Hiking
Inn at Occidental

Inn at Occidental

Inn at Occidental
3.5 star property
13.9 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (475)
"Funky little Inn, friendly staff. Beautiful courtyard, tasty breakfasts."
United States
Christine
Inn at Occidental
Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds
Hotel Dega

Hotel Dega

Hotel Dega
2.0 star property
11.9 km from Shell Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (378)
"Clean, modern with a great location and view"
United States
Joseph
The price is NZ$311
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
Hotel Dega
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Valley View | Terrace/patio
West Sonoma Inn & Spa

West Sonoma Inn & Spa

West Sonoma Inn & Spa
3.5 star property
13.2 km from Shell Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (399)
"Room was clean, easy parking, and friendly staff. I'll be back."
United States
Margaret
The price is NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
West Sonoma Inn & Spa
Exterior
Johnson's Beach

Johnson's Beach

Johnson's Beach
2.0 star property
13.2 km from Shell Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (61)
"a perfect place to relax for the weekend or holidays."
United States
Maria
The price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Johnson's Beach
View from property
Fort Ross Lodge

Fort Ross Lodge

Fort Ross Lodge
3.0 star property
18.6 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (808)
"It was great"
United States
Thad
Fort Ross Lodge
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Top Shell Beach Hotel Reviews

Oceanfront - Hot Tub - Newly Remodeled Cottage

Oceanfront - Hot Tub - Newly Remodeled Cottage

10/10 Excellent
"Such an amazing anniversary weekend at Foxkit cottage! Amazing vistas…super easy walk to the seashore! Amazing communication! Comfy bed and cozy fireplace! Can’t wait to come back!"
Karen M. 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Oceanfront - Hot Tub - Newly Remodeled Cottage

Hotels near other Shell Beach attractions

Devil’s Postpile National Monument, Columnar Basalt, Stone, Rocks Mammoth Lakes, California

Mammoth Rocks

4.4/5 (7 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Mammoth Rocks, a lovely green space in Occidental. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
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Beautiful view of an arched rock from the Blind Beach parking lot. Wait for the fog to clear! #aquatrove
Photo by Vijay Narasimhan
Open Photo by Vijay Narasimhan

Blind Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Blind Beach during your trip to Occidental? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shell Beach?
Shell Beach is located in Occidental. Travellers like the surrounding area for its restaurants. You'll find 64 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Shell Beach?
Madeira House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Shell Beach. Another good choice is Jenner Inn, located 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Shell Beach?
Expedia has 64 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Shell Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shell Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Shell Beach.
What can I see and do near Shell Beach?
Goat Rock Beach, Jenner Beach and Carmel Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. Enjoy nature at Wright's Beach, Bodega Highlands or Portuguese Beach. You might plan a visit to Sonoma Coast State Park or Horseshoe Cove Overlook while you're in the area.