The Best Hotels Closest to Shell Grotto in Margate for 2026

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

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for Shell Grotto hotels

A black door with a white pediment and columns, set in a brick building.

A hallway with a tiled floor, a large mirror, a door with a brass handle, and a small pedestal table.

A spacious room with a staircase, a dining table with chairs, a wooden cabinet, and a large mirror.

A bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink.

1. Old Town House by Ezestays

Margate Old Town, 0.5 km from Shell Grotto

Aiden

￥19,691

￥23,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A restaurant with a view of the sea, featuring a bar area with bottles and glasses, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

An outdoor seating area with a bar, cushioned seating, and a view of the sea.

A room with a large window overlooking a beach.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table with a checkered lamp, a view of the beach, and a large window with curtains.

2. No.42 by GuestHouse Margate

Margate Old Town, 0.7 km from Shell Grotto

jack

￥21,011

￥25,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A beach with a pier and a lifeguard tower.

A black car parked in front of a house with a red brick facade and a white door.

A dining area with a marble table, wooden chairs, a bookshelf, and a view through a glass door.

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

3. Shenandoah House

1.8 km from Shell Grotto

Bin

￥16,813

￥16,813 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

An outdoor patio area with wooden pergolas, tables, and chairs.

A building with a sign reading "The Canterbury Bell".

A spacious bar area with multiple bar stools and a central bar counter.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a wooden table, and a window displaying menu items.

4. Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns

3.1 km from Shell Grotto

Deborah

￥9,296

￥11,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious restaurant with wooden flooring, multiple tables and chairs, and a ceiling fan.

A wooden play structure with a slide and climbing area, surrounded by a brick wall and greenery.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Hussar Hotel" and "The Hussar" on the ground floor. There are outdoor wooden benches in front.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

5. The Hussar

2.6 km from Shell Grotto

Christopher Tuah

￥14,120

￥16,944 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern living room with dark sofas, a small plant, and a mirror reflecting the room.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, patterned cushions, and a staircase leading to another room.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a dishwasher, and a blue accent wall.

A patio area with outdoor furniture, a stone planter, and a hanging basket.

6. Comfortable Margate Home

0.8 km from Shell Grotto

￥93,974

￥112,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A dining area with a glass table, green chairs, a vase with flowers, a window with blinds, and a painting on the wall.

7. 3 Bed House Sleeps 6 -enclosed Garden-free Parking

Cliftonville, 0.9 km from Shell Grotto

￥55,263

￥76,481 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hallway with a wooden floor, a desk with drawers, a standing lamp, and a large potted plant.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a hanging light fixture, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern white building with teal window frames and a small porch area with outdoor furniture.

A modern building with a white facade, blue window frames, and a balcony with a railing.

8. Twentieth Century B&B

6.9 km from Shell Grotto

Richard

￥22,062

￥26,475 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden desk, a lamp, and a window with lace curtains.

A garden with a stone wall, steps, and potted plants.

A view through a window of a building with a clock tower, a blue door, and a grassy area.

A garden with various plants and flowers, a brick wall, and a statue.

9. St Peters Bed and Breakfast

13 km from Shell Grotto

Andrew

￥18,026

￥21,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A hot tub with a view of the sea through a door.

A spacious room with a black and white hexagonal tile floor, a dining area with chairs, and a large window with a view.

A bar area with wooden counters, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance and multiple windows.

10. Yarrow Hotel

4.9 km from Shell Grotto

Terence

￥17,156

￥20,588 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A rustic interior with wooden beams, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A traditional pub named 'The Duke William' with a brick facade, large windows, and a sign above the entrance.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, potted plants, and a brick wall backdrop.

A rustic bar area with a wooden counter, a beer tap, and various snacks and condiments.

11. The Duke William

18.8 km from Shell Grotto

Louise

￥15,179

￥18,214 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A brick fireplace with a fire, a wooden table with a vase of flowers, and a red upholstered chair.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden chest of drawers, a wicker chair, a small table with a kettle, a sofa, and a painting of a sunset.

A hotel room with a bed, two nightstands, a wooden bench, a painting of a sunset, and a window with curtains.

A traditional white building with a sign reading "The Five Bells." It features a brick roof, multiple chimneys, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

12. The Five Bells

16.9 km from Shell Grotto

"We recently attended a nearby wedding and stayed at The Five Bells, an amazing family-run pub and B&B. The family room was spacious, spotless, and well-equipped, with complimentary toiletries that were especially appreciated as we’d forgotten ours at home. Mary and her daughters were incredibly warm and welcoming, making our stay even more enjoyable. We would highly recommend this lovely place."

Anna

￥17,622

￥21,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating and a view of the water.

A historic hotel with a prominent tower, multiple windows, and a classic architectural style.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, chandeliers, and large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

13. The Pegwell Bay Hotel

6.7 km from Shell Grotto

Ryan

￥14,766

￥17,719 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A room with a bay window overlooking a pier and beach.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two pendant lights, a view of a bridge, and a balcony.

A pebbled beach with a pier extending into the sea under a clear sky.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, striped armchairs, and a coffee table.

14. The Clarendon Hotel

18.2 km from Shell Grotto

Frank

￥14,429

￥17,315 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A waterfront terrace with wooden benches and tables, umbrellas, and a building with a balcony.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with chairs, a vanity with a mirror, and a classic clawfoot bathtub.

A bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, and a bar counter.

15. Royal Hotel

18.1 km from Shell Grotto

Jackie

￥18,250

￥21,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A neatly made bed with white and grey linens, two pillows, and a green and white checkered blanket. There are two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a map on the wall.

A two-story house with a red door, white walls, and a brown roof.

A modern shower enclosure with a glass door, a handheld showerhead, and a wall-mounted faucet.

A wooden door with a stained glass window, a ceiling light, and a view through the door to the outside.

16. Bay Lodge

7.1 km from Shell Grotto

Diane

￥13,539

￥16,247 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A harbor with boats, a lighthouse, and a building with a dome.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the city through a balcony, and a radiator.

A bedroom with a large bed, a radiator, a wooden chair, and a view of the city through a large window.

A hotel bedroom with a large bed, a view of the city, a sitting area with a chair, and a radiator.

17. The House at Ramsgate

6.5 km from Shell Grotto

Dipak

￥18,074

￥21,688 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, patterned chairs, a bar area, and wooden flooring.

A marina with numerous sailboats docked at piers, surrounded by buildings and a clear sky.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, patterned cushions, and a wooden coffee table.

A modern kitchen area with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a bright ceiling light.

18. Holiday Inn Express Ramsgate - Minster by IHG

7.1 km from Shell Grotto

Michael

￥8,752

￥10,502 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A beach with a clear sky, a few people, and a building with a dome on a cliff.

A dining area with a round table set for four, white plates, cups, and cutlery. There are framed pictures on the wall, a blue door, and a small plant on the table.

A bedroom with a red bed, a television, a mirror, and patterned wallpaper.

A cafe with a neon sign advertising cocktails, a signboard for Benezers Place, and outdoor seating with green chairs and tables.

19. Ebenezer's Place

4.9 km from Shell Grotto

Simon

￥13,864

￥16,637 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A bedroom with a bed, curtains, and a brick wall.

A decorative archway with a neon sign that reads "It was always you" surrounded by lush greenery and flowers.

A cozy dining area with a fireplace, wooden flooring, and a mix of seating options including tables and a sofa.

A docked boat with a canopy and ropes tied to a tree, surrounded by calm water and other boats.

20. Grove Ferry Inn

14.5 km from Shell Grotto

Gary

￥25,181

￥30,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to Shell Grotto

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Old Town House by Ezestays	9.8 Exceptional 55 reviews	View
No.42 by GuestHouse Margate	9.6 Exceptional 213 reviews	View
Shenandoah House	9.4 Exceptional 196 reviews	View
Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns	8.8 Excellent 745 reviews	View
The Hussar	8.0 Very good 154 reviews	View

Top Shell Grotto Hotel Reviews

The Botany Bay Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved everything about the hotel. Immaculate, cozy, spacious room. TV was small but had good picture quality. Beds were comfy. View was wonderful. Felt like being in a lavish home rather than a hotel. Restaurant food is excellent; very well prepared. They have an excellent chef. Breakfast was continental plus à la carte, which was a nice change from the buffet breakfasts you normally get at hotels. Fantastic location just a stone’s throw from the beach. Only negative for me was that I couldn’t connect my PS4 to the WiFi even though I was assured before arriving that I could. It’s the kind of place I would have loved to stay for days on end."

Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and inexpensive place to stay. Room was pleasant and warm - it was wet and windy when we visited so we were grateful for somewhere to dry out! The hotel is well served by the Loop bus making travel between Margate, Ramsgate, and Broadstairs quick and easy. It’s also across from Westcross Shopping centre, which was handy when we needed to buy a raincoat and extra layers. We didn’t have breakfast, preferring instead to travel to nearby cafes. All in all, very good."

Fort Road Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Let me say the breakfast offered by this hotel is substantially far better than any. I have experienced in another hotel anywhere so far. The staff are so incredibly friendly and helpful. It is uncanny. It was exactly the location we wanted right by the beach. If we were going back to Margate, we would definitely come back."

Old Town House by Ezestays

8/10 Good

"Ideal location, would definitely stay here again if we came back to Margate."

Lovely House in Trinity Square

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous stay in a great location for our needs. Easy & smooth communication & no issues whatsoever. Two bathrooms & seperate loo was a huge plus & towel & toilettries provided was appreciated.We cooked & ate in everyday & all we needed was provided.Beds are really comfy & all the rooms were cosy & well presented. It is on a busy main road but it didnt bother us & you can't be that close to everything & not expected it. 5 minute walk to old town, beach, lido. 2 supermarkets minutes walk away. Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again if returning to Margate."

Stunning Sea View Georgian Retreat by Adliv

10/10 Excellent

"The apartment was as described, in very good condition, well presented, and very well located. Contact with host was easy and efficient."

Other attractions near Shell Grotto

Turner Contemporary

8.4/10 (29 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Turner Contemporary, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Margate. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

See properties

Theatre Royal

7.0/10 (7 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Theatre Royal, a storied theater in Margate. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

See properties

Margate Tudor House

4.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Margate with a visit to Margate Tudor House. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Genting Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Genting Casino during your time in Margate? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

See properties

Dane Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dane Park, a lovely green space in Margate. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

See properties

Winter Gardens

7.8/10 (36 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at Winter Gardens, a storied theater in Margate. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

See properties

Margate Museum

You can study the exhibits at Margate Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Margate. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

See properties

The Droit House

Enjoy an outing to The Droit House during your stay in Margate. Wander the beautiful beaches and waterfront in the area.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shell Grotto?

Shell Grotto is located in a welcoming area of Margate known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 162 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Shell Grotto?

Adjacent to Shell Grotto, Old Town House by Ezestays is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers free WiFi and comfy beds. Other good options within a short distance include No.42 by GuestHouse Margate and Fort Road Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Shell Grotto?

Expedia has 162 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Shell Grotto.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shell Grotto, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Shell Grotto.

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

For additional details about updating your stay near Shell Grotto or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near Shell Grotto?

Ramsgate Maritime Museum, Margate Museum, and Crampton Tower Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore notable local landmarks like Quex Park, Margate Tudor House, and Dickens House Museum. You can catch a show at Theatre Royal, Winter Gardens, and Granville Theatre.

Find hotels near Shell Grotto, Margate from ￥10,502

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Property class

Guest rating

Our top choices for Shell Grotto hotels

1. Old Town House by Ezestays

2. No.42 by GuestHouse Margate

3. Shenandoah House

4. Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns

5. The Hussar

6. Comfortable Margate Home

7. 3 Bed House Sleeps 6 -enclosed Garden-free Parking

8. Twentieth Century B&B

9. St Peters Bed and Breakfast

10. Yarrow Hotel

11. The Duke William

12. The Five Bells

13. The Pegwell Bay Hotel

14. The Clarendon Hotel

15. Royal Hotel

16. Bay Lodge

17. The House at Ramsgate

18. Holiday Inn Express Ramsgate - Minster by IHG

19. Ebenezer's Place

20. Grove Ferry Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Shell Grotto

Top Shell Grotto Hotel Reviews

The Botany Bay Hotel

Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns

Fort Road Hotel

Old Town House by Ezestays

Lovely House in Trinity Square

Stunning Sea View Georgian Retreat by Adliv

Other attractions near Shell Grotto

Turner Contemporary

Theatre Royal

Margate Tudor House

Genting Casino

Dane Park

Winter Gardens

Margate Museum

The Droit House

Frequently asked questions