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The Knoll House
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

The Knoll House

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Great location, homely, can't get a scone after 4pm though, good breakfast, double beds are too small, so sad that outdoor pool not open yet. "
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
The Knoll House
Harbour Heights Hotel
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Harbour Heights Hotel

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (449)
"Room itself was a bit dated but breakfast was really nice and made to order with a view of Poole harbour. Location is 9 minutes walk from the beach but you can’t really see it unless you’re in the dining room or specific rooms I believe "
The price is NZ$384
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Harbour Heights Hotel
Sandbanks Hotel
Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

Sandbanks Hotel

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (794)
"Lovely view of the beach from our room. "
The price is NZ$303
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Sandbanks Hotel
Haven Hotel
Double Room, Balcony, Harbour View

Haven Hotel

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (964)
"Always love a stay at the haven - it’s an old building but immaculately clean. Service is always top notch and with a smile. Thanks again"
The price is NZ$359
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Haven Hotel
Little Robin Gate
Double Room (King Ensuite Spa Room)

Little Robin Gate

2.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17)
"A beautiful place to stay if you’re visiting Bournemouth or the surrounding area. Everything was perfect. Pre arrival information and communication was spot on and our reception on arrival by David and Pumpkin immediately made us feel at home. We stayed in the Spa room which I can highly recommend. The kitchen was exceptionally clean and guest ready. We chose to cook breakfast and take it to our room. David and Pumpkin were both on hand to ensure we had everything we needed. I can highly...
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Little Robin Gate
Kingston Country Courtyard
Honeymoon Room

Kingston Country Courtyard

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (140)
"Good base for exploring the Purbeck Hills. Easy check-in and good room with decent space (Rm 1). All staff were friendly and helpful. Popular with hikers/walkers and there is a bus stop directly outside should you need it. "
The price is NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Kingston Country Courtyard
Quayside Quarters
Deluxe Double Room (Courtyard View)

Quayside Quarters

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53)
"We had a really lovely stay here. It was really close to loads of pubs and restaurants."
The price is NZ$278
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Quayside Quarters
Amarillo
Luxury Double Room, Ensuite | Exterior

Amarillo

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (295)
"Genuinely lovely hosts, made us feel so welcome and a stunning property. Would highly recommend this place and will definitely stay again "
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Amarillo
Mortons Manor
Exterior

Mortons Manor

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (139)
"Wonderful Hotel, Staff and restaurant. Morton’s Manor is a haven of peace and tranquility where, you feel relaxed from the moment you enter the Hotel. Its position is perfect to explore the village of Corfe Castle and the surrounding area. The food was simply excellent so much so, we cancelled our other dinner bookings to eat our way through the Hotels menu. We will definitely be returning."
The price is NZ$482
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Mortons Manor
The Pines Hotel
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Pines Hotel

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (315)
"Meal was one of the best i have had. Lots of staff and good service. Friendly and welcoming stay. Would stay again"
The price is NZ$289
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
The Pines Hotel
The Canford
Suite, 1 Double Bed

The Canford

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (123)
"Beautiful hotel/pub with a great location near the beach. The room was comfortable with all amenities and some lovely personal touches (the toiletries were excellent and the homemade chocolate treats were, well, a treat!) The food in the pub was also great. Will stay again!"
The price is NZ$294
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
The Canford
Grovefield Manor
Beach nearby

Grovefield Manor

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (197)
"Large,comfortable room. Good location for access to beach. Large selection for continental breakfast. Friendly staff. Will stay again."
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Grovefield Manor
Anchorage
Exterior

Anchorage

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"Very comfortable and handy walking to harbour "
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Anchorage
Purbeck House Hotel
Exterior

Purbeck House Hotel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (286)
"This is a stone built listed property of beautiful design and resembles a small castle. It is a unique hotel of a past era but but strangly attractive and very interesting. For its age it is in very good condition and beautifully turned out and decorated in the turn of the 1930 styling. We very much enjoyed our stay and the staff were very helpful and of beautiful character. We felt very much at ease and one of the family. Overall a lovely period hotel staffed by dedicated people only 5 mins...
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Purbeck House Hotel
Grand Hotel Swanage
Exterior

Grand Hotel Swanage

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (280)
"We had a wonderful 3 day stay at the Grand. We booked the lowest cost room which was compact but comfortable. We had a great view over the sea. Staff were helpful and food was great. We enjoyed the sauna and hot tub, and its possible to walk to the beach for a plunge. Its a pleasant 10 minute walk to the town centre."
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Grand Hotel Swanage
The Merchant House
Restaurant

The Merchant House

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (238)
"This is a unique and characterful place to stay, close to Poole Quay. David is super friendly and helpful. He is a font of knowledge on the attractions in the area. Excellent and very filling breakfast in a lovely dining area and you get to meet Bentley too."
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
The Merchant House
The Nici
Garden

The Nici

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (154)
"Amazing trip and amazing hotel! Staff are so friendly! "
The price is NZ$438
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
The Nici
The Chocolate Box Hotel
Miscellaneous

The Chocolate Box Hotel

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (478)
"A very warm welcome and a lovely room. Bed was comfy and the hotel was quiet for a good night's sleep. A short walk to the beach and pier, and also not too far to the town centre. My only negative was the bathroom is tiny. I would definitely consider staying here again."
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
The Chocolate Box Hotel
The Green House
Master Double Room

The Green House

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Lovely room , bathroom in need of TLC , reception and bar staff excellent. Great position for beach and food. In very quiet area . Breakfast good choices, inexperienced staff."
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
The Green House
Balincourt Guest House
Dining

Balincourt Guest House

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (269)
"A lovely small hotel with that personal touch."
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Balincourt Guest House
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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 21 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 The Knoll House and Sandbanks Hotel.

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

Expedia has 21 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, Old Harry Rocks and Bournemouth Lower Gardens.