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A breakfast setting with a waffle, eggs, toast, and a cup of coffee on a table.

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven

The Centre, 4.7 km from Shell Beach

Jennifer

AED 499 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a television screen above the bar.

2. Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven

11.2 km from Shell Beach

kelly

AED 481 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A spacious lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a fireplace and a wall-mounted artwork.

3. New Haven Hotel

7.1 km from Shell Beach

Nana

AED 514 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A stone building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and a fire feature.

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven

8.5 km from Shell Beach

Mark

AED 510 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A lobby area with seating arrangements, a reception desk, and a view of the outside.

5. Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

10.4 km from Shell Beach

John

AED 482 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar seating, and pendant lighting.

6. Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area

7.7 km from Shell Beach

Rapheal

AED 504 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A modern building entrance with a covered walkway, a white car parked in front, and two people near the entrance.

7. Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

6 km from Shell Beach

NADA

AED 521 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a mirror.

8. Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT

10.5 km from Shell Beach

Adrienne

AED 274 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a television, and a microwave.

9. Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven

7 km from Shell Beach

Ornis

AED 463 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton North Haven

12.9 km from Shell Beach

TRINA

AED 510 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and landscaped gardens.

11. Courtyard by Marriott New Haven Orange-Milford

8.7 km from Shell Beach

Angel

AED 463 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A dining area with tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of a cityscape.

12. Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

7.2 km from Shell Beach

William

AED 679 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a glass door entrance, and a landscaped area with shrubs.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Milford

11 km from Shell Beach

Jane Mary

AED 463 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and various food items displayed.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites New Haven - South - West Haven

7.2 km from Shell Beach

Nami

AED 463 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp.

15. American Inn

12.5 km from Shell Beach

Mark

AED 357 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A building entrance with a stone facade, a wooden archway, and a large glass door.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Stratford

17.2 km from Shell Beach

Shawn

AED 449 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a decorative wall.

17. The Blake Hotel

7.3 km from Shell Beach

Taquita

AED 830 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A dimly lit bar with wooden furniture, hanging pendant lights, and a bar counter with a neon sign.

18. Graduate by Hilton New Haven

7.7 km from Shell Beach

Lars

AED 700 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, wooden dining tables, and chairs. There are four wall-mounted appliances and a large window providing natural light.

19. Quality Inn

5.3 km from Shell Beach

Najera

AED 301 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

20. Rodeway Inn & Suites Branford - Guilford

12.5 km from Shell Beach

Bryan

AED 312 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 663 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven	3.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,409 reviews	View
New Haven Hotel	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 2,401 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View

Top Shell Beach Hotel Reviews

New Haven Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location to Yale University."

The Jewel of The Cove - Historic Coastal Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"This is a lovely home! In walking distance to the shore. Nice, quiet neighborhood. Beautifully decorated and comfortable and well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Beds were comfortable.My only complaint with the home was several large windows at the back of the house, one over the toilet in the half bath, two at the bottom and top of the stairs and the front door window panel all had no covers or blinds to close at night. Also, the front window of the master bedroom was covered with a see thru drape and nothing else. Hence, why neither of us used the master. Being two older women on vacation by ourselves, it made us slightly uncomfortable and exposed come night time without the options to closed blinds or drapes. Especially staying in an area we are not familiar with yet. Otherwise, this house was perfect."

Clear LI Sound waterview, Wedding pics, Yale&Beach

10/10 Excellent

"This vacation home is perfection !!! Our host Brenda went above and beyond making sure our stay was a5 star experience’n can’t wait to return location is in a beautiful location with water views from living and bedroom areas and being pet friendly is a bonus!!"

Nautical 3BR Sleeps 8 @ Tweed Airport W/ Fire Pit + Smart TVs Near Beach & Yale

10/10 Excellent

"The home was super clean, easily accessible, beautiful area and Robby was amazing and was available and helpful every step of the way! I would definitely stay there again! The home has everything you could possibly need to enjoy your stay! Highly recommend!!"

4000+ SqFt Home. Amazing Views, Private, Close to Downtown and Yale Univeristy

10/10 Excellent

"We were in town for Homecoming at my son’s college and this house was exactly what we needed and was big enough for all of us. It was a lovely stay, we all enjoyed! Thank you."

Walkable New Haven Retreat w/ Ocean Views!

10/10 Excellent

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful, immaculately clean, welcoming home. We came for a long weekend to spend time with family who live in the area. It was the perfect location to create our home base for many adventures in New Haven and beyond.Our stay was in autumn when the foliage was at peak color. This area has many perfect fall activities!We appreciated the comfy beds, spacious kitchen and cozy gathering spaces. On a particularly rainy day, we had fun cooking a pancake breakfast, reading books and playing games. A highlight was viewing gorgeous sunsets on the deck in the evenings.Thank you again for a wonderful stay!"

Las Casitas Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"La Caistas Retreat was a wonderful experience. The place was very clean and cozy. We visited with 2 of my adult children and their significant others and had plenty of room. The host, Sujata, was very informative amd checked in daily. The check-in and out were very smooth. I would recommend this place to anyone visiting New Haven!!!!"

Other attractions near Shell Beach

A lighthouse, a beach, and a building with a red roof.

Lighthouse Point Carousel

7.8/10 (7 reviews)

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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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?

New Haven Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a fitness center and a snack bar/deli. It's located 4.4 mi (7.1 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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Shell Beach?

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What can I see and do near Shell Beach?

Shoreline Trolley Museum, New Haven 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.

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Our top choices for Shell Beach hotels

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton East Haven New Haven

2. Hyatt Place Milford / New Haven

3. New Haven Hotel

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton Orange New Haven

5. Holiday Inn Express Branford-New Haven by IHG

6. Cambria Hotel New Haven University Area

7. Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

8. Motel 6 New Haven - Branford, CT

9. Best Western Executive Hotel Of New Haven - West Haven

10. Hampton Inn & Suites By Hilton North Haven

11. Courtyard by Marriott New Haven Orange-Milford

12. Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

13. Hilton Garden Inn Milford

14. Hampton Inn & Suites New Haven - South - West Haven

15. American Inn

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Stratford

17. The Blake Hotel

18. Graduate by Hilton New Haven

19. Quality Inn

20. Rodeway Inn & Suites Branford - Guilford

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Lighthouse Point Carousel

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