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Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven

Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven

Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven
3.0 star property
The Centre, 4.7 km from Shell Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (448)
"This hotel is brand new very neat and clean and the staff are excellent. I would definitely stay here again. The location is also very convenient to shopping."
United States
Kimberly
The price is P6,707
P7,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven
Exterior
Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
4.0 star property
6 km from Shell Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (872)
"Clean rooms & courteous staff."
United States
Permaul
The price is P6,804
P7,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Lobby sitting area
New Haven Hotel

New Haven Hotel

New Haven Hotel
3.5 star property
7.1 km from Shell Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1952)
"Great value and close to everything!"
United States
kevin
The price is P6,919
P7,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
New Haven Hotel
Exterior
Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven

Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven

Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean room, close to mamy amenities restaurants, bars, etc "
United States
Kerry- Ann
The price is P5,694
P6,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven

Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven

Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
2.5 star property
7.1 km from Shell Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1494)
"Staff was courteous and helpful. The whole hotel was clean. A little snow in the parking lot, but certainly safe."
United States
Rick
The price is P5,386
P6,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven
Free daily buffet breakfast
Hampton Inn & Suites New Haven - South - West Haven

Hampton Inn & Suites New Haven - South - West Haven

Hampton Inn & Suites New Haven - South - West Haven
2.5 star property
7.2 km from Shell Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Overall great stay!"
United States
Michael
The price is P5,682
P6,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites New Haven - South - West Haven
Lobby sitting area
The Study at Yale

The Study at Yale

The Study at Yale
3.5 star property
7.7 km from Shell Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (612)
"Lovely hotel with great service."
United States
Elizabeth
The Study at Yale
Breakfast and dinner served
Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area

Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area

Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
3.0 star property
7.7 km from Shell Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great nice neat, great customer service i enjoyed my say"
United States
Frinwie Fanie
The price is P6,073
P6,984 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area
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Graduate by Hilton New Haven

Graduate by Hilton New Haven

Graduate by Hilton New Haven
4.0 star property
7.7 km from Shell Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (928)
"Nice stay "
United States
Hans
The price is P9,102
P10,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Graduate by Hilton New Haven
Breakfast and brunch served
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
4.0 star property
7.2 km from Shell Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great traditional New Haven Hotel. From check in to check out staff was very professional and welcoming. Great job for all of your staff."
United States
Christopher
The price is P9,436
P10,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
Property amenity
Courtyard New Haven at Yale

Courtyard New Haven at Yale

Courtyard New Haven at Yale
3.0 star property
8.2 km from Shell Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Clean room, great location and friendly staff! "
United States
Gina
The price is P6,544
P7,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Courtyard New Haven at Yale
Free daily breakfast
Quality Inn

Quality Inn

Quality Inn
2.0 star property
5.3 km from Shell Beach
6.8 out of 10, (214)
"Very large rooms, that were nice for the price. Very clean and easy to get to. Close to the train station for an easy uber ride. "
United States
ShyAnn
The price is P3,994
P4,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Quality Inn
Bar (on property)
Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven

Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven

Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven
3.0 star property
11.2 km from Shell Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1197)
"Hotel for Pleasant Stay"
United States
Rajesh
The price is P5,178
P5,955 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG
3.0 star property
10.4 km from Shell Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Craig
The price is P5,708
P6,564 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Haven

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Haven

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Haven
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Shell Beach
6.0 out of 10, (1207)
"Very clean room and an especially kind Front Desk team. "
United States
Helene
The price is P5,442
P6,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham New Haven
Exterior
Hilton Garden Inn Milford

Hilton Garden Inn Milford

Hilton Garden Inn Milford
3.0 star property
11 km from Shell Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Very nice hotel clean friendly convenient location "
United States
Karen
The price is P5,731
P6,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Milford
1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven

Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven

Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven
2.5 star property
12.3 km from Shell Beach
6.6 out of 10, (1000)
"Good Breakfast, nice atmosphere "
United States
Jessie
The price is P5,814
P6,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Baymont by Wyndham Branford/New Haven
Reception
Hamden Hotel and Suites – Hamden New Haven

Hamden Hotel and Suites – Hamden New Haven

Hamden Hotel and Suites – Hamden New Haven
2.5 star property
15 km from Shell Beach
6.6 out of 10, (1003)
"Great stay!"
United States
Mark
The price is P4,699
P5,403 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Hamden Hotel and Suites – Hamden New Haven
Interior entrance
Mayflower Motel Milford

Mayflower Motel Milford

Mayflower Motel Milford
2.0 star property
10.5 km from Shell Beach
6.0 out of 10, (558)
"It’s great staying here really friendly "
United States
Ivelisse
The price is P4,307
P4,953 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Mayflower Motel Milford
Property amenity
Residence Inn by Marriott New Haven Hamden

Residence Inn by Marriott New Haven Hamden

Residence Inn by Marriott New Haven Hamden
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Shell Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (415)
"The room was spacious and clean. Very comfortable bed. Nice complementary breakfast and coffee. Geographically perfect if you need to be near Quinnepeac University."
United States
Tanya
The price is P8,222
P9,456 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott New Haven Hamden
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Top Shell Beach Hotel Reviews

New Haven Hotel

New Haven Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great value and close to everything!"
kevin 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
New Haven Hotel

Hotels near other Shell Beach attractions

Lighthouse Point Park allows visitors to explore Five Mile point lighthouse, walk the jetty, or visit the carousel.

Lighthouse Point Carousel

Enjoy an outing to Lighthouse Point Carousel during your stay in East Haven. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
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Family walks along the rocky shore at Lighthouse Point Park in East Haven, Connecticut during golden hour

Lighthouse Point Park

Explore a pretty foreshore park under the watch of a historic lighthouse and go swimming, ride a heritage carousel and wander along scenic nature trails.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shell Beach?
Shell Beach is located in East Haven. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 15 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Shell Beach?
Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this inn offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Shell Beach.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Shell Beach?
Expedia has 15 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! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Shell Beach.
What can I see and do near Shell Beach?
Shoreline Trolley Museum, Knights of Columbus Museum, and Pardee Morris House feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Lighthouse Point Park, Five Mile Point Lighthouse, and Lighthouse Point Carousel. You can watch performances at Long Wharf Theatre, Shubert Theater, and Woolsey Hall if you're interested in local theater.