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Our top choices for Shell Beach hotels

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Tomales Bay Resort and Marina

Tomales Bay Resort and Marina
2.0 star property
1.5 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (227 reviews)
"This place is great close to everything beaches, light house, great local dining, Would definitely stay there again"
United States
David
The price is P11,488
P13,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Tomales Bay Resort and Marina
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Lodge at Marconi

Lodge at Marconi
3.0 star property
3 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (271 reviews)
"Great stay. Would definitely come back"
United States
Cynthia
The price is P19,691
P25,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Lodge at Marconi
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Olema House at Point Reyes

Olema House at Point Reyes
3.0 star property
11.4 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (316 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. S’mores and wine were a nice extra."
United States
Renu
The price is P18,463
P23,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Olema House at Point Reyes
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Tomales Hotel

Tomales Hotel
2.0 star property
14.6 km from Shell Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (21 reviews)
"Awesome little hotel, location is amazing."
United States
Brian
The price is P11,434
P13,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Tomales Hotel
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Top Shell Beach Hotel Reviews

Sonoma Coast Villa

Sonoma Coast Villa

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice place to relax. Beach was close. Breakfast was very nice."
Tyler 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Sonoma Coast Villa

Hotels near other Shell Beach attractions

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Heart's Desire Beach

10.0/5 (1 review)
You can do some window-shopping at Heart's Desire Beach during your trip to Inverness. Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area, or seek out the hiking trails.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shell Beach?
Shell Beach is located in Inverness. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 6 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Shell Beach?
Tomales Bay Resort and Marina is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a marina and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.5 km) from Shell Beach. Another good option is Lodge at Marconi, located 1.9 mi (3 km) away.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Shell Beach?
Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Shell Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shell Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Shell Beach.
What can I see and do near Shell Beach?
Lounge by the water at Marshall Beach and South Beach. You might plan a visit to Tomales Bay State Park or Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park while you're in the area. Tomales Bay and Heart's Desire Beach are some sights worth a visit in the area.