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A room with a large window, a green armchair, a red sofa, and a wooden table.

A cozy living room with two sofas, a fireplace, a mirror, and two lamps.

A stone house with a blue door, white-framed windows, and a gravel driveway.

1. Open Arms Hotel

10.5 mi from Shell Bay

Dawn

$82 nightly

$99 total

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with tables set for dining, wooden chairs, and a view of the city through large windows.

A staircase with white railings leading to a landing with large windows overlooking a body of water and a stone building.

A marina with boats docked, a clock tower, and buildings with shops.

A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating, potted plants, and flower boxes on the windows.

2. The Waterfront

6.8 mi from Shell Bay

Zoe

$128 nightly

$153 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A hallway with a patterned rug, a chandelier, a lamp, and a wooden cabinet with a bowl.

A table set for dining with a black plate, silverware, and three jars of marmalade.

A well-maintained garden with a variety of plants and trees, a clear blue sky, and a red building in the background.

A two-story stone building with three windows on the ground floor and two on the upper floor.

3. The Spindrift Guest House

6.3 mi from Shell Bay

Elizabeth

$122 nightly

$146 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a bar area, and a seating area with couches.

A double room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chandelier, and a framed picture on the wall.

A wooden deck with two wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a street with parked cars and buildings.

A bar area with seating, a television screen, and a bar counter with various bottles.

4. The Elbow Room

10.9 mi from Shell Bay

Richard

$61 nightly

$73 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A modern restaurant with a long bar, cushioned bar stools, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

A historic building with multiple windows and a central entrance.

A bar area with seating, a bar counter, and shelves with bottles.

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the beach through a large window.

5. Seaton House - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

10.8 mi from Shell Bay

F David

$288 nightly

$346 total

Nov 13 - Nov 14

Total with taxes and fees

A two-story house with a large front porch, a pond in the foreground, and a grassy field in the background.

A well-maintained grassy area with several trees, likely a park or garden setting.

A hotel room with a wooden TV stand, a flat-screen TV, a white coffee maker, a wicker chair, and a mirror.

A breakfast bar with various food and drink items, including a pitcher of orange juice, bowls, and containers of cereal and granola.

6. Balhousie Farm

4.3 mi from Shell Bay

Ellice

$103 nightly

$123 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

A bay window with plaid curtains, a vase with flowers, and two chairs facing the window.

A balcony with a view of the sea and buildings, featuring wooden flooring and metal railings.

A restaurant with round tables and black chairs, large windows with a view of buildings and trees, and a ceiling light fixture.

A coastal village with traditional white houses, a small pond, and a parking area with cars.

7. The Bank

6.7 mi from Shell Bay

Liang

$130 nightly

$156 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

A large stone building with multiple towers and windows, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

A room with a wicker sofa, a small ottoman, a floor lamp, and a large window offering a view of a grassy field and trees.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, tiled edges, and a wooden ceiling.

A hotel room with two beds, checkered bedding, a window with curtains, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

8. Kilconquhar Castle Estate

2.4 mi from Shell Bay

Debbi

$90 nightly

$108 total

Nov 20 - Nov 21

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden dining table set with a vase of flowers, two wine glasses, and a candle holder on a stone wall backdrop.

A stone building with a tiled roof, a small porch, and a garden area with potted plants.

A cozy bedroom with a stone wall, a bed with a headboard mirror, a desk with a chair, and a radiator.

The Inn at Kingsbams, a stone building with a traditional design, outdoor seating, and a gravel patio.

9. The Inn At Kingsbarns

10.9 mi from Shell Bay

Veronika

$166 nightly

$200 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and elegant chandeliers.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn in front.

A historic stone building with a well-maintained lawn and outdoor seating area.

A wedding aisle with floral arches and white chairs on either side.

10. Balbirnie House

10.7 mi from Shell Bay

Graeme

$100 nightly

$120 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden bar, and a large painting on the wall.

A room with two red leather sofas, a fireplace with a painting above it, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A restaurant with booths and tables, wooden flooring, and a decorative wall with shelves.

An outdoor patio with stone walls, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

11. The Leddie Hotel

12.7 mi from Shell Bay

Lesley

$230 nightly

$276 total

Nov 20 - Nov 21

Total with taxes and fees

A rooftop terrace with string lights, outdoor seating, and a glass-enclosed dining area.

A golf course with a stone bridge over a water channel, a large building in the background, and a sunset sky.

A large indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and skylights, surrounded by columns and lounge chairs.

A dining area with a table set for two, large windows offering a nighttime view of a cityscape with illuminated buildings and a golf course.

12. Old Course Hotel

10.7 mi from Shell Bay

Gregory

$364 nightly

$437 total

Nov 19 - Nov 20

Total with taxes and fees

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a well-maintained garden with a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

A room with two armchairs, a table with tea service, and a view of a garden through large windows.

A hot tub filled with bubbles, surrounded by a wooden fence and a table with chairs.

An arched stone pathway leading through a garden with various plants and flowers.

13. Rufflets St Andrews

9.9 mi from Shell Bay

Robin

$213 nightly

$256 total

Nov 20 - Nov 21

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with a tiled deck and a wooden fence in the background.

A dining room with a large wooden table, six chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A large, historic building with multiple stories and a prominent entrance, situated on a green field with a clear sky.

A golf course with a view of a distant island, a brick patio with metal tables and chairs, and a well-maintained lawn.

14. Marine & Lawn North Berwick

10.4 mi from Shell Bay

Kimberly

$250 nightly

$301 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

A coastal landscape with ruins and a sandy beach.

A neatly made bed with a brown headboard, a patterned wallpaper, and a window with curtains.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and striped carpeted steps.

A historic stone building with a red door, multiple windows, and a small garden area with potted plants.

15. 5Pilmourplace

10.7 mi from Shell Bay

Lara

$128 nightly

$154 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

A building with ivy-covered walls and a glass door. There are outdoor tables and chairs arranged for dining.

A bar area with beer taps labeled 'Coors Light,' 'Belhaven Best,' and 'Carlings.' There are glasses and a pitcher on the counter.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by tiled walls and a glass barrier.

A large house with a garden in front, a rainbow in the sky, and a stone wall.

16. Best Western Balgeddie House Hotel

12.7 mi from Shell Bay

Tammy

$71 nightly

$85 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A buffet setup with labeled food stations, including a 'Bring Home the Bacon' and 'How About a Hot Start?' sign, and various utensils and condiments.

A hotel hallway with a wooden door, a coat rack, a trash bin, and a wall-mounted sign.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area, and a hallway leading to other rooms.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a well-lit entrance and a parking area.

17. Holiday Inn Express Glenrothes by IHG

12.5 mi from Shell Bay

Dominic

$57 nightly

$68 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

A bar area with a wooden counter, wine bottles, and glasses on shelves. There are tables and chairs in the background.

A building with the sign 'THE LAW' and a black awning with 'BEER GARDEN' written on it.

A bathroom with a shower, a toilet, and a sink.

18. The Law

10.9 mi from Shell Bay

Amandine

$157 nightly

$188 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

A modern room with a round table, four chairs, a potted plant, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern living room with a sofa, a green armchair, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a built-in oven, and a white countertop. There is a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a wooden floor.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

19. No1. Apartments St Andrews - South Street

10.5 mi from Shell Bay

Scott

$254 nightly

$305 total

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Total with taxes and fees

A reception area with a large mirror reflecting the interior, a reception desk, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.

A living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a lamp, and a bed in the background.

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a framed picture on the wall, and bedside lamps.

The Gilvenbank Hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

20. Gilvenbank

11.5 mi from Shell Bay

James

$101 nightly

$121 total

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

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Compare popular hotels close to Shell Bay

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Open Arms Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 37 reviews	View
The Waterfront	9.4 Exceptional 238 reviews	View
The Spindrift Guest House	9.8 Exceptional 132 reviews	View
The Elbow Room	9.0 Wonderful 227 reviews	View
Seaton House - Small Luxury Hotels of the World	9.8 Exceptional 100 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Shell Bay

A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a painting, and a radiator.

A living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, and a side table.

A rustic outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by gravel and greenery.

A stone building with two windows and a chimney.

West Muircambus Farmhouse

Kilconquhar

$855 nightly

$855 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

Kilconquhar Castle Estate

Leven

$90 nightly

$108 total

Nov 20 - Nov 21

Total with taxes and fees

Exterior image of hottub and open fireplace under canopy

Livingroom area with wood burning stove and underfloor heating.

The 18th hole of the golf course across the road from the lodges

Eco-Lodge with hottub sea view Charleton Estate

Elie and Earlsferry

$293 nightly

$293 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

A hot tub in a backyard with a wooden fence and houses in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, dark blue bedding, floral patterns, a bedside table with a lamp, a water bottle, and a tissue box.

A living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a chandelier hanging from the ceiling, a radiator, and a window with a view of trees.

A stone building with a traditional design, featuring a prominent entrance and a sign indicating it is a guest house.

Dunclutha Guest House

Leven

$102 nightly

$102 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a glass coffee table.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A traditional white building with a red-tiled roof, a paved pathway, and well-maintained gardens.

A bar with a variety of bottles and glasses, a Guinness tap, and a sale sign.

The Inn at Lathones

Leven

$117 nightly

$141 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a television screen on the wall.

A reception area with a blue counter, framed artwork on the wall, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and gray throw blankets. There are bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

A hotel named "The Caledonian" with a sign indicating it is closed for refurbishment until 28th October and reopening on 13th November.

Caledonian Hotel By Greene King Inns

Leven

$78 nightly

$94 total

Nov 19 - Nov 20

Total with taxes and fees

A coastal town with a historic tower, stone buildings, and a marina with boats.

A white building with multiple windows, a stone chimney, and a gravel driveway.

A garden with a table and chairs, a stone wall, and a variety of plants.

A cozy living room with a sofa, a wooden table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of the outdoors.

3 bedroom accommodation in Lathones, near St Andrews

Lathones, near St Andrews

$603 nightly

$603 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

A living room with a sofa, a small table with a plant, a lamp, and a view of a park through the window.

A narrow hallway with a white door at the end, a washing machine, and a power outlet on the wall.

A two-story residential building with multiple windows and a red car parked in front.

A hallway leading to a room with a clothes rack, a small table with bottles, and a pair of shoes on the floor.

Beach & City Access Flat 2 Floors, Full Kitchen near train 7mins

Methil

$232 nightly

$232 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

Top Shell Bay Hotel Reviews

Kilconquhar Castle Estate

8/10 Good

"Lots of things to do for kids on site . Needs a bit of an upgrade but staff very nice and helpful . Villa ideal , mattresses a little bit on the thin hard side otherwise great"

Stylish Elie Beach Retreat sea-view and Sunny deck

8/10 Good

"This is a stylish and very well equipped property. The highlights are a roomy and sociable dining kitchen and the sea view from the front bedroom. It has easy access to the nearby beach which offers a variety of water sports in the summer. There are a number of places within walking distance to buy provisions, eat or have a coffee. The accommodation features a pleasant garden with seating and a dining area. Overall a very enjoyable place to stay."

Helena Cottage, Elie, Fife

10/10 Excellent

"Helena Cottage has a spacious living area and private terrace. It is spotlessly clean, offering a bright and comfortable place to relax. Its location is unbeatable for the lovely Earlsferry beach. The property is set back from the main road, so is wonderfully peaceful and quiet throughout the day and night. There is a fantastic local pub serving excellent food within a two-minute walk. The hosts are very responsive too if you need anything."

Bonnington House | Elie

10/10 Excellent

"Versatile accommodation perfect for family with dogs. Close to the beach, deli & bakery and easy walk to the golf course. The small problem we had was sorted immediately - fabulous service. We’ve been holidaying in Elie for years & this was one of the best houses we’ve stayed in, would definitely recommend the house & booking with Short Stay St Andrews. My only comment is some of the automated communication while effective & efficient could be worded in a more friendly, less harsh manner. I notice this as customer communication / marketing is what I do for a living ️."

Marine Park (No 8) | Elie

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and lovely and clean"

Bakers Close | Elie & Earlsferry

10/10 Excellent

"Location is ideal and size of accomodation excellent for 2 adults External entrance ("the Close") could do with a makeover as showing signs of wear and tear"

Earlslodge | Earlsferry

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable and well equipped house in a great location."

Other attractions near Shell Bay

Elie Beach

9.4/10 (47 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Elie Beach during your travels in Leven? Wander the seaside or discover the countryside in this relaxing area.

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Wood Haven

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Wood Haven during your trip to Elie? Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

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St Monans Heritage Collection

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at St Monans Heritage Collection in St Monans. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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Leven Beach

8.8/10 (31 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Leven Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Leven. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or seek out the golf courses.

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Kellie Castle

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

Kellie Castle is just one of the places to see in Anstruther, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.

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St Fillan’s Cave

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at St Fillan’s Cave during your travels in Anstruther. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

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Lochs and Glens North Cycle Route

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can take time to visit Lochs and Glens North Cycle Route during your travels to Methil. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

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Anstruther Golf Club

9.4/10 (6 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Anstruther at Anstruther Golf Club. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shell Bay?

Shell Bay is located in Leven. Travelers like this welcoming area for its countryside and seaside. You'll find 222 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Shell Bay?

Kilconquhar Castle Estate is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Shell Bay.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Shell Bay?

Expedia has 222 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Shell Bay.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Shell Bay.

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Our top choices for Shell Bay hotels

1. Open Arms Hotel

2. The Waterfront

3. The Spindrift Guest House

4. The Elbow Room

5. Seaton House - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

6. Balhousie Farm

7. The Bank

8. Kilconquhar Castle Estate

9. The Inn At Kingsbarns

10. Balbirnie House

11. The Leddie Hotel

12. Old Course Hotel

13. Rufflets St Andrews

14. Marine & Lawn North Berwick

15. 5Pilmourplace

16. Best Western Balgeddie House Hotel

17. Holiday Inn Express Glenrothes by IHG

18. The Law

19. No1. Apartments St Andrews - South Street

20. Gilvenbank

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Hotels recommended for families near Shell Bay

West Muircambus Farmhouse

Kilconquhar Castle Estate

Eco-Lodge with hottub sea view Charleton Estate

Dunclutha Guest House

The Inn at Lathones

Caledonian Hotel By Greene King Inns

3 bedroom accommodation in Lathones, near St Andrews

Beach & City Access Flat 2 Floors, Full Kitchen near train 7mins

Top Shell Bay Hotel Reviews

Kilconquhar Castle Estate

Stylish Elie Beach Retreat sea-view and Sunny deck

Helena Cottage, Elie, Fife

Bonnington House | Elie

Marine Park (No 8) | Elie

Bakers Close | Elie & Earlsferry

Earlslodge | Earlsferry

Other attractions near Shell Bay

Elie Beach

Wood Haven

St Monans Heritage Collection

Leven Beach

Kellie Castle

St Fillan’s Cave

Lochs and Glens North Cycle Route

Anstruther Golf Club

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