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Our top choices for Shell Beach hotels

1. The Inn at the Tides

The Inn at the Tides
11.1 km from Shell Beach
United States
Dennis
AU$373
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Inn at the Tides

2. Sonoma Coast Villa

Sonoma Coast Villa
15.8 km from Shell Beach
United States
Mandy
AU$328
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Sonoma Coast Villa

3. The Lodge at Bodega Bay

The Lodge at Bodega Bay
12.7 km from Shell Beach
United States
Karen
AU$556
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Lodge at Bodega Bay

4. Inn on the Russian River

Inn on the Russian River
10.2 km from Shell Beach
United States
Sandra
AU$457
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Inn on the Russian River

5. Hotel Dega

Hotel Dega
11.9 km from Shell Beach
United States
Rebecca
AU$285
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hotel Dega

6. Fort Ross Lodge

Fort Ross Lodge
18.5 km from Shell Beach
United States
Christine
AU$345
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Fort Ross Lodge

7. Johnson's Beach

Johnson's Beach
13.2 km from Shell Beach
United States
Victoria
AU$239
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Johnson's Beach

8. Valley Ford Hotel

Valley Ford Hotel
19.2 km from Shell Beach
United States
Melissa
AU$282
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Valley Ford Hotel

9. Boho Manor

Boho Manor
10.2 km from Shell Beach
United States
Jessica
AU$333
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Boho Manor

10. West Sonoma Inn & Spa

West Sonoma Inn & Spa
13.2 km from Shell Beach
United States
Jessica
AU$259
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
West Sonoma Inn & Spa
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Compare popular hotels close to Shell Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Restaurant
The Inn at the Tides
9.4
Exceptional
1,963 reviews
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Pool
Sonoma Coast Villa
9.4
Exceptional
765 reviews
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View from property
The Lodge at Bodega Bay
9.6
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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Property grounds
Inn on the Russian River
9.2
Wonderful
386 reviews
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Front of property
Hotel Dega
8.4
Very good
570 reviews
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Top Shell Beach Hotel Reviews

Your Oceanfront Experience - Hot Tub - Lovely Fenced Courtyard

Your Oceanfront Experience - Hot Tub - Lovely Fenced Courtyard

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful home on the cliff. The veiws are breath taking., we watched whales daily. Lovely gardens and lots of birds.We love this placeI"
julie c. 4-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Your Oceanfront Experience - Hot Tub - Lovely Fenced Courtyard
Oceanfront - Hot Tub - Newly Remodeled Cottage

Oceanfront - Hot Tub - Newly Remodeled Cottage

10/10 Excellent
"FoxKit Cottage could be one of our best VRBO rentals ever. It is often difficult to find a property for a couple and still have plenty of room and this fit our requirements perfectly. Such a relaxing atmosphere with spectacular ocean views. We spotted whales and had several sightings of the resident Kit Fox, took advantage of the wonderful seafood restaurants on the bay,enjoyed walks on the beach and especially enjoyed the hot tub on the deck. Unlike some other properties we have rented the was very well equipped.We highly recommend this property."
Charlie B. 4-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Oceanfront - Hot Tub - Newly Remodeled Cottage
Best views on Sonoma Coast!Oceanfront,private hot tub, fire pit, pets considered

Best views on Sonoma Coast!Oceanfront,private hot tub, fire pit, pets considered

10/10 Excellent
"We really enjoyed our stay."
Anita H. 3-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Best views on Sonoma Coast!Oceanfront,private hot tub, fire pit, pets considered
Madeira House

Madeira House

10/10 Excellent
"I liked the location, being right on the water was very relaxing."
Byron 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Madeira House
Seamist Beach Cottage

Seamist Beach Cottage

10/10 Excellent
"The location on the beach and hot tub was amazing. The stair well to the loft was smaller than we thought it would be, and the bathroom door was heavy and loud to use. But everything else was great!"
Jennifer 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Seamist Beach Cottage
Surfscape Beach House

Surfscape Beach House

10/10 Excellent
"Very much enjoyed our stay at Surfscape! Views from the house are amazing, loved watching the ocean every day for the frequent whale sightings and the seals that occasionally came near shore. Loved the access to the beach, and could walk for quite a distance when the tides were low to explore the beautiful shoreline. Views from the hot tub were just amazing. One thing to note, there are two cottages on the property, Surfscape and Seamist, that share the driveway/parking and stairs that access the beach. The stairs from the other cottage pass right in front of the hot tub and house windows so not extremely private if you’re looking for complete privacy, but we had no issues with having neighbors very close by. House was a short drive into Bodega bay and some lovely restaurants. Beautiful spot for a relaxing, quiet stay if you want unobstructed views of the coast and direct beach access, which seems very rare in the area."
Heather M. 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Surfscape Beach House
Gorgeous Ocean and Sunset Views from Cliff Side Cottage

Gorgeous Ocean and Sunset Views from Cliff Side Cottage

10/10 Excellent
"We had an amazing time. The property was clean and well-maintained. The ocean views were the best part."
Prachi P. 5-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Gorgeous Ocean and Sunset Views from Cliff Side Cottage
2BR Estuary Views | Spa | Easy Ocean/River Access

2BR Estuary Views | Spa | Easy Ocean/River Access

8/10 Good
"The house was lovely and well stocked. Communication with the hosts was excellent, they were always prompt in getting back to us. The hot tub was a hit. We enjoyed Jenner and the surrounding area. Visited the redwoods in Armstrong and had dinner at River's End. Both were excellent. Our only disappointment was the cold foggy weather which happened during our whole visit. We didn't get to see any of the amazing sunsets we had read about.No fault of the hosts. I think we will need another visit!"
Debbie B. 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
2BR Estuary Views | Spa | Easy Ocean/River Access
The Horizon House – Bodega Bay Oceanfront Escape!

The Horizon House – Bodega Bay Oceanfront Escape!

10/10 Excellent
"Our family of eight (6 adults and 2 kids) absolutely loved our stay at the property. This house is exactly as pictured. Super quiet (meaning zero neighbors) and all to ourselves. Looking out over the Pacific morning, noon, and night is exactly what we wanted. It did not hurt that we hit the weather just right. Warm in the 80’s at the River and perfect in the 60’s at the house. The proper big screen in the living room made for good movie nights as well. All bedrooms with their own full baths is really a luxury. Put all this together with an excellent host who was available and checked in with us just to make sure all was going well. This place is exactly what you want with a Sonoma Coast vacation less than 2 hours drive from The City. Cheers. Well done."
Bill N. 5-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
The Horizon House – Bodega Bay Oceanfront Escape!

Other attractions near Shell Beach

A rocky terrain with layered rock formations and scattered trees under a clear sky.

Mammoth Rocks

9.2/10 (9 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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A coastal landscape with a prominent rock formation in the sea, surrounded by lush greenery.
Photo by Vijay Narasimhan

Blind Beach

10.0/10 (6 reviews)
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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A rocky beach with waves crashing against large boulders and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Kathy Appleby

Goat Rock Beach

9.2/10 (136 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Goat Rock Beach during your travels in Occidental? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Gleason Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gleason Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Portuguese Beach

9.4/10 (35 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Portuguese Beach during your trip to Bodega Bay? Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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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 65 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Shell Beach?
Jenner Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Shell Beach. Another good choice is Madeira House, located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Shell Beach?
Expedia has 65 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 Wright's Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. Enjoy nature at Portuguese Beach, Carmel Beach or North Salmon Creek Beach. You might plan a visit to Sonoma Coast State Park or Horseshoe Cove Overlook while you're in the area.