A rocky coastline with clear water and a large rock formation.

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Oxford Suites Sonoma County

Oxford Suites Sonoma County

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room"
Paola 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Oxford Suites Sonoma County
Courtyard by Marriott Petaluma Sonoma County

Courtyard by Marriott Petaluma Sonoma County

10/10 Excellent
"New, clean, quality amenities. Good beds, quality bathroom, good parking, nice cafe for breakfast. Everything you’d need for an overnight stay."
Gus 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Petaluma Sonoma County
The Inn at the Tides

The Inn at the Tides

10/10 Excellent
"Exactly as described"
Jim 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
The Inn at the Tides
Quality Inn Petaluma - Sonoma

Quality Inn Petaluma - Sonoma

10/10 Excellent
"A very clean, comfortable and quiet place to sleep, relax. Has a great set of resteraunts nearby--especially if you like Italian.:)"
STEVEN 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Quality Inn Petaluma - Sonoma
Days Inn by Wyndham Novato/San Francisco

Days Inn by Wyndham Novato/San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Coyotes sing in the hills some nights. It was a relaxing stay."
Timothy 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Days Inn by Wyndham Novato/San Francisco
DoubleTree by Hilton Sonoma - Wine Country

DoubleTree by Hilton Sonoma - Wine Country

10/10 Excellent
"Loved the breakfast. Best chilaquiles I ever had."
Jessica 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Sonoma - Wine Country
Sonoma Coast Villa

Sonoma Coast Villa

10/10 Excellent
"I loved the look and feel of the property. We enjoyed our room. The staff were friendly and helpful. The full breakfast in a very nice dining room with dishes and silverware exceeded our expectations. Oh, and the coffee was top notch. We will be back."
Cheryl 3-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Sonoma Coast Villa
Hotel Petaluma, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Petaluma, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"1"
Kenneth 3-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Hotel Petaluma, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Other attractions near Shell Beach

A beach with a clear sky, a calm sea, and a forested hillside.
Photo by Sean Collins

Heart's Desire Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)
You can enjoy retail therapy at Heart's Desire Beach during your trip to Inverness. Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the hiking trails.
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A beach with waves, a red bridge, and people walking.

Marshall Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Marshall Beach during your trip to Inverness? Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
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A coastal scene with a pier extending into calm blue waters, surrounded by rocks and a grassy hill with buildings.

Tomales Bay

9.6/10 (70 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tomales Bay during your travels in Inverness. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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A coastal walkway with vibrant pink and yellow flowers, a wooden fence, and the ocean in the background.
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South Beach

9.4/10 (3 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Beach during your trip to Point Reyes Station? Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's mountain views.
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A gravel path leading to a wooden fence by a body of water with a pier and a small building.

Point Reyes Hiking Trails

9.4/10 (18 reviews)
You can take time to visit Point Reyes Hiking Trails during your travels to Point Reyes Station. Stroll along the beaches or seek out the hiking trails.
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Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park

9.0/10 (6 reviews)
You can take time to visit Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park during your travels to Marconi.
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Pelican North Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pelican North Beach during your trip to Inverness? Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shell Beach?
Shell Beach is located in Inverness. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 6 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Shell Beach?
Tomales Bay Resort and Marina is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a marina and a restaurant. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.5 km) from Shell Beach. Other good options in the area include Olema House at Point Reyes and The Inn at the Tides.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Shell Beach?
Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options 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, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Shell Beach.
What can I see and do near Shell Beach?
Lounge by the water at Marshall Beach and South Beach. You might plan a visit to Tomales Bay State Park or Marconi Conference Center State Historic Park while you're in the area. Tomales Bay and Heart's Desire Beach are some sights worth a visit in the area.