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A conservatory with a glass door, wooden shelves with potted plants, a round table, and two chairs.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, white cabinets, a built-in sink, and a hexagonal tile floor.

A coastal scene with a lighthouse, calm sea, and a sandy beach.

A courtyard with a patterned wall, potted plants, and a blue door.

1. The Beetroot

Margate Old Town, 0.6 km from Shell Grotto

alastair

￥22,339

￥26,807 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

2. Old Town House by Ezestays

Margate Old Town, 0.5 km from Shell Grotto

Aiden

￥19,660

￥23,592 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a potted plant. There are two large windows with curtains, and a view of the sea.

A terrace with yellow folding chairs and tables, overlooking a body of water and a dock.

A cozy restaurant with a stone fireplace, wooden benches, and round tables.

A compact room with a wooden desk, a round mirror, a stool, and a built-in shelf with various items.

3. Fort Road Hotel

0.5 km from Shell Grotto

Seamus

￥19,249

￥23,099 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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.

A room with a large window overlooking a beach, a small table with books and binoculars, and a sofa.

4. No.42 by GuestHouse Margate

Margate Old Town, 0.7 km from Shell Grotto

jack

￥32,930

￥39,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A beach with a pier and a lifeguard tower.

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

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

A room with a grey sofa, a wooden desk with a bench, a television mounted on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

5. Shenandoah House

1.8 km from Shell Grotto

Ellie

￥20,198

￥20,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

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

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

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

6. Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns

3.1 km from Shell Grotto

Deborah

￥8,851

￥10,621 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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.

7. The Hussar

2.6 km from Shell Grotto

Christopher Tuah

￥13,914

￥16,697 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A cozy living room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a rocking chair, and a coffee table. There are potted plants and a vase with flowers on the table.

A kitchen with teal cabinets, a brick oven, and a wooden island with a fruit bowl and flowers.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and decorative items.

A room with a green wall, a pink door, a fireplace, a bed, and a window with curtains.

8. Ballarat House

Cliftonville, 0.4 km from Shell Grotto

Jack

￥163,189

￥195,827 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

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

A cozy living room with a dark grey sofa, a smaller armchair, and a patterned throw pillow. A large mirror reflects the room, and a potted plant adds a touch of greenery.

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

9. Comfortable Margate Home

0.8 km from Shell Grotto

￥93,731

￥112,477 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

A traditional white building with a green door, a small window with a black frame, and a chimney.

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

10. St Peters Bed and Breakfast

13 km from Shell Grotto

Andrew

￥19,591

￥23,509 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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 banquet hall with round tables, white tablecloths, and chairs with pink sashes.

A banquet hall with tables set for dining, chandeliers, and large windows.

11. The Pegwell Bay Hotel

6.7 km from Shell Grotto

Craig

￥16,942

￥20,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a metal bed frame, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view.

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

12. The Duke William

18.8 km from Shell Grotto

Alison

￥18,262

￥21,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

13. 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

￥18,783

￥22,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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

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

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

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

14. Royal Hotel

18.1 km from Shell Grotto

Gunnar

￥20,703

￥24,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

A spacious room with a wooden floor, a staircase with a black railing, and large windows with a grid pattern.

15. Yarrow Hotel

4.9 km from Shell Grotto

￥16,377

￥19,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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

16. Bay Lodge

7.1 km from Shell Grotto

Diane

￥12,829

￥15,395 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A dining room with a large table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs. There are multiple windows providing views of the city at night.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows with brown blinds, and a view of the city. There are two armchairs, a sofa, and a small table with a lamp.

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

A bar area with a dark wooden counter, multiple stools, and a shelf of various liquor bottles.

17. The House at Ramsgate

6.5 km from Shell Grotto

Dipak

￥19,716

￥23,660 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A room with a round white table, a vase with flowers, and a view of the sea through a large window.

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

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

18. The Clarendon Hotel

18.2 km from Shell Grotto

mandy

￥15,549

￥18,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

￥16,176

￥19,411 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

20. Holiday Inn Express Ramsgate - Minster by IHG

7.1 km from Shell Grotto

Michael

￥9,858

￥11,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Shell Grotto

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Beetroot	10.0 Exceptional 78 reviews	View
Old Town House by Ezestays	9.8 Exceptional 52 reviews	View
Fort Road Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 90 reviews	View
No.42 by GuestHouse Margate	9.6 Exceptional 211 reviews	View
Shenandoah House	9.4 Exceptional 189 reviews	View

Top Shell Grotto Hotel Reviews

Fort Road Hotel

8/10 Good

"Excellent location. The staff were friendly and helpful. Room 9 had amazing views and was well presented. The only negative thing that I noticed was black stains on the shower ceiling in the bathroom which looked like mold."

No.42 by GuestHouse Margate

10/10 Excellent

"A wonderful stay - breakfast was delicious!"

Shenandoah House

10/10 Excellent

"We received the warmest welcome at Shendoah house. They’ve thought of everything and nothing is too much trouble. Would stay here again without a doubt, thank you"

Margate | Heritage Home | Luxurious Beds | Garden

8/10 Good

"A comfortable and well appointed pet friendly property. Host communication was excellent and very helpful.A location that is well placed to explore Margate and the surrounding area from."

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."

Ballarat House

10/10 Excellent

"Ballarat house was absolutely brilliant. The host has nailed it with this property and was perfectly located for our trip. All bathrooms were clean and aesthetic. The self contained room downstairs with bathroom and kitchen is brilliant too. Would love to stay again!"

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."

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6.0/10 (1 review)

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Theatre Royal

7.0/10 (7 reviews)

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Margate Tudor House

4.8/10 (3 reviews)

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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.

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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.

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Winter Gardens

7.8/10 (36 reviews)

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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.

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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 173 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 173 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?

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What can I see and do near Shell Grotto?

Margate Museum, Crampton Tower Museum, and Dickens House 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 Ramsgate Tunnels. You can catch a show at Winter Gardens, Tom Thumb Theatre, and Granville Theatre.

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Our top choices for Shell Grotto hotels

1. The Beetroot

2. Old Town House by Ezestays

3. Fort Road Hotel

4. No.42 by GuestHouse Margate

5. Shenandoah House

6. Canterbury Bell, Margate by Marston's Inns

7. The Hussar

8. Ballarat House

9. Comfortable Margate Home

10. St Peters Bed and Breakfast

11. The Pegwell Bay Hotel

12. The Duke William

13. The Five Bells

14. Royal Hotel

15. Yarrow Hotel

16. Bay Lodge

17. The House at Ramsgate

18. The Clarendon Hotel

19. Ebenezer's Place

20. Holiday Inn Express Ramsgate - Minster by IHG

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Top Shell Grotto Hotel Reviews

Fort Road Hotel

No.42 by GuestHouse Margate

Shenandoah House

Margate | Heritage Home | Luxurious Beds | Garden

Lovely House in Trinity Square

Ballarat House

Stunning Sea View Georgian Retreat by Adliv

Other attractions near Shell Grotto

AMF Bowling Margate

Theatre Royal

Margate Tudor House

Genting Casino

Dane Park

Winter Gardens

Margate Museum

The Droit House

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