Search Hotels Near Shell Bay Beach, Swanage

Start date: Check-in selected.
To Date
End date: Check-out

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Tomorrow
13 Dec - 14 Dec
This weekend
12 Dec - 14 Dec
Next weekend
19 Dec - 21 Dec

Filter by

Guest rating
Guest rating
Star rating

Our top choices for Shell Bay Beach hotels

Balcony
The Knoll House

The Knoll House

The Knoll House
3.5 star property
3.1 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Lovely quiet traditional hotel in a beautiful location "
United Kingdom
Donna
The Knoll House
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Harbour Heights Hotel

Harbour Heights Hotel

Harbour Heights Hotel
4.0 star property
2.8 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (479)
"The receptionist upon arrival was lovely and our room was amazing, staff had even kindly created towel swans and scattered red rose petals on the bed for us as we recently got engaged. We loved the view and enjoyed a cream tea before going out in the evening."
United Kingdom
Deborah
The price is Rp1.928.335
Rp2.314.002 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Harbour Heights Hotel
Exterior
The Canford

The Canford

The Canford
4.0 star property
3.4 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (130)
"Great hotel for the Poole coast. "
Canada
Gregory P
The price is Rp1.861.252
Rp2.233.592 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Canford
Lunch and dinner served
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG

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, (1001)
"A clean, smart nofrills hotel that was excellent value for money"
United Kingdom
David
The price is Rp968.197
Rp1.161.837 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Poole by IHG
Restaurant
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth

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, (1010)
"The staff were really helpful and kind, the room was clean and bed was comfortable "
United Kingdom
Amy
The price is Rp1.297.757
Rp1.557.308 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Hampton by Hilton Bournemouth
Property amenity
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole

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, (725)
"Lovely hotel "
United Kingdom
James
The price is Rp1.712.421
Rp2.054.905 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Poole
Reception hall
Inn In The Park

Inn In The Park

Inn In The Park
3.5 star property
4.7 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (202)
"A really nice stay, room / bathroom a little dated, but a classic Inn which is quiet and very friendly."
United Kingdom
Nivien
Inn In The Park
Beach nearby
Grovefield Manor

Grovefield Manor

Grovefield Manor
4.0 star property
4.8 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (211)
"Enjoyable stay , lovely area close to beach , room bit dated but clean ."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is Rp1.582.128
Rp1.898.553 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Grovefield Manor
Restaurant
The Merchant House

The Merchant House

The Merchant House
4.0 star property
4.9 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (252)
"A little awkward to get to and park. A lovely host and a very character property"
United Kingdom
Timothy
The price is Rp1.768.261
Rp2.121.913 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
The Merchant House
Bar (on property)
Park Central Hotel

Park Central Hotel

Park Central Hotel
4.0 star property
6.6 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (623)
"Great hotel!"
United Kingdom
Edward
The price is Rp1.220.100
Rp1.464.120 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Park Central Hotel
Garden
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns

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, (341)
"A nice room in a lovely hotel in a lovely location My whole family had a really nice place Can't fault it Can't wait to come again"
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is Rp1.116.796
Rp1.340.155 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Antelope Hotel by Greene King Inns
Terrace/patio
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott 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, (468)
"Superb room (102). Excellent front desk team"
United Kingdom
Brian
The price is Rp1.574.683
Rp1.889.619 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel
Front of property
The Lodge at Meyrick Park

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, (402)
"Staff very friendly and helpful. Accommodation very good. Especially enjoyed the wonderful pool in the Health Club. Will certainly stay here again when in the area."
United Kingdom
David
The Lodge at Meyrick Park
Master Double Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
The Green House

The Green House

The Green House
4.0 star property
7.3 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Our 2nd stay in this lovely hotel. "
United Kingdom
Lincoln
The price is Rp1.937.641
Rp2.325.169 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Green House
Restaurant
Holiday Inn Bournemouth by IHG

Holiday Inn Bournemouth by IHG

Holiday Inn Bournemouth by IHG
3.5 star property
7.4 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Room was very clean and good size, staff were very friendly and accommodating, great breakfast, definitely will stay again on next visit to Bournemouth."
United Kingdom
Trevor
The price is Rp967.890
Rp1.161.468 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Bournemouth by IHG
Restaurant
THE GROVE HOTEL

THE GROVE HOTEL

THE GROVE HOTEL
3.0 star property
7.2 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (305)
"Helpful friendly staff nice breakfast very clean rooms would stay again"
United Kingdom
Malcolm
The price is Rp859.933
Rp1.031.920 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
THE GROVE HOTEL
Garden
The Nici

The Nici

The Nici
4.0 star property
6.2 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (227)
"A bautiful place to stay"
United Kingdom
Michele
The price is Rp2.326.659
Rp2.791.991 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
The Nici
Dinner served
The Orchid Hotel

The Orchid Hotel

The Orchid Hotel
4.0 star property
7.4 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Excellent room, lots of space. "
United Kingdom
Julie
The Orchid Hotel
Miscellaneous
The Chocolate Box Hotel

The Chocolate Box Hotel

The Chocolate Box Hotel
3.5 star property
6.3 km from Shell Bay Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (479)
"Lovely place to stay, breakfast great, good choice, staff friendly, great location "
United Kingdom
Wendy
The price is Rp1.861.252
Rp2.233.592 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
The Chocolate Box Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Hilton Bournemouth

Hilton Bournemouth

Hilton Bournemouth
4.0 star property
6.6 km from Shell Bay Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"The staff were so helpful and polite, everything was wonderful, "
United Kingdom
Belinda
The price is Rp1.503.022
Rp1.803.626 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Bournemouth
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties

Top Shell Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Hotels near other Shell Bay Beach attractions

Xx
Photo by Lamma Maund
Open Photo by Lamma Maund

Sandbanks Beach

4.5/5 (111 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sandbanks Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sandbanks. Stroll along the waterfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
See properties
Brownsea Castle showing heritage architecture and a bay or harbour

Brownsea Castle

4.3/5 (10 reviews)
Ride a ferry to a forested island. Observe colorful peacocks and playful red squirrels beside this grand castle from the 1500s.
See properties

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 27 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 Harbour Heights Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Shell Bay Beach?
Expedia has 27 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.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia