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Sea Shell Motel

2.0 star property
Beachside haven near Misquamicut State Beach offers the perfect spot for daytime kayaking or fishing and evening meals by the water's edge

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A lakeside property with a hot tub, lounge chairs, a barbecue, and kayaks on the water. - Sea Shell Motel (Westerly)
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wooden headboard. - Sea Shell Motel (Westerly)
A two-story motel with a flat roof, a central entrance, and a parking lot in front. - Sea Shell Motel (Westerly)
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Sea Shell Motel offers a charming oceanside retreat with an outdoor entertainment area. Guests can kayak by day and relax in the evening. Enjoy gas grills, outdoor furniture, beautiful views of Misquamicut State Beach, and free self-parking.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Double Room, Bay View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Westerly, Sea Shell Motel is on the waterfront. Babcock-Smith House and Granite Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Watch Hill Lighthouse and Captain Nathaniel Brown Palmer House. Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Ninigret are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming. Visit our Westerly travel guide
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19 Winnapaug Rd, Westerly, RI, 02891

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline, waves, and a distant lighthouse.
    Misquamicut State Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A beach with waves and a sunset.
    East Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A coastal town with a prominent lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and a road winding along the coast.
    Atlantic Beach Park
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A modern glass skyscraper with a clear blue sky and clouds in the background.
    Foxwoods Resort Casino
    25 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • East Beach Watch Hill
    6 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Westerly Station
    13 min drive
  • Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • 7-Eleven
    5 min drive
  • Burger King
    5 min drive
  • Evie’s Cocktails And Comforts
    7 min drive
  • Sam's Snack Shack
    17 min walk
  • Ninety Nine Restaurant
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Kayaking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Dock
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Outdoor shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.75 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.75 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 22-258

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea Shell Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, Sea Shell Motel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sea Shell Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sea Shell Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Sea Shell Motel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of East Beach and Misquamicut State Beach. Atlantic Beach Park and Fenway Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Sea Shell Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 64 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location, perfect beach motel! We will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff. Convenient location and very close to the beach for a reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here! The staff was very kind and welcoming. We will be coming back here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding place. Staff is wonderful: friendly, helpful etc. Cannot beat the location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely little place. It is what it is; a refurbished roadside motel with modest rooms and fun decor but it does it so well. Adorable, great location, clean and nice mattresses. Really loved it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff is outstanding and the room was very clean we had a wonderful time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff, pet friendly motel near the beach and restaurants and shops. Not fancy but nice enough for a short beach trip with our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners weee very accommodating and lovely. Easy walking distance to beach and restaurants. We had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people who run it are wonderful. I would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place to stay if you love Misquamicut!

The Sea Shell Motel is a great place to stay if you love Misquamicut Beach. While this motel is somewhat dated, it is cosey and in a great location. Pros: Location (Proximity to the beach), Beautiful Bay Views, Great Cable TV, Good AC, Fridge/Microwave, Convenient Parking, Friendly Management Cons: Only offers double beds, Beds could use an upgrade, small rooms/bathrooms Overall: This place is great if you love Misquamicut Beach! I would recommend this motel to my friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

jennifer

The motel was OK-- room was not terribly clean and bathroom door was off its hinge. However, the convenient location of the motel and the free kayaks for use made up for that.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a beach getaway! Staff is so nice. It’s great to stay somewhere where they greet you with a smile and are very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were wonderful. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is friendly and helpful. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is friendly, the room was very clean, parking was included, and the location was perfect—just steps from the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were delighted with our stay. The staff was wonderful and we will be back! Its not a high end place, but kind of a perfect summer getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing definitely would come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gisele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very convenient at the beach nice that they had the kayaks and outdoor shower
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vernice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was great, rooms and bed were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner & front staff were helpful & welcoming. Room was very clean. The kayaks, swing,& outdoor shower were great! If you are looking for 5 star HOTEL, this is not it, but if you want casual, safe, basic & welcoming, this IS it! You are in walking distance to restaurants, beach and very walkable. Very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptionally polite.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and pet friendly!! Loved our visit!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mackenzie

Clean room, staff was okay, could use some updating and for having our 4 year old with us the door system was not great, needs another dead bolt ontop or something cause he could just open the door and walk out but for a few nights its okay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner Tom was a great host!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was perfect for a weekend away, convenient to the event we were attending and the super cute town of Westerly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025