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Sea Shell Motel

2.0 star property
Bayside motel in Westerly with free parking

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BBQ/picnic area
Standard Double Room, Bay View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Standard Double Room, Bay View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Bay View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Outdoor play area
Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Westerly, Sea Shell Motel is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Misquamicut State Beach and popular attractions include Mystic Aquarium and Institute for Exploration and Mystic Seaport. Water Wizz of Westerly and Ninigret are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
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Map
19 Winnapaug Rd, Westerly, RI, 02891

What's nearby

  • Misquamicut State Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • East Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Atlantic Beach Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Water Wizz of Westerly - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • East Beach Watch Hill - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Windjammer Surf Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Andrea Seaside Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ninety Nine Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Misquamicut Sandwich Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Paddy's Restaurant & Hotel - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sea Shell Motel

Motel near Misquamicut State Beach
Sea Shell Motel provides an outdoor entertainment area and more. Enjoy onsite activities like kayaking and fishing. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, a dock, and gas grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Sea Shell Motel include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Decks/patios, separate sitting areas, and mini fridges

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
Late check-out fee: USD 0

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

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
  • Late check-out fee: USD 0
  • 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

Property is also known as

Sea Shell Motel Motel
Sea Shell Motel Westerly
Sea Shell Motel Motel Westerly

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 at Sea Shell Motel?

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 USD 0.

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 Water Wizz of Westerly are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Sea Shell Motel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

6.8

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 37 reviews

Reviews

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

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

8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and pet friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The gentleman at the desk was so kind and welcoming. Very friendly and relaxed environment. We had an easy stay with no issues and enjoyed our stay there as a family.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

savannah

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, not the cleanest but other than that good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

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

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great for what I needed. Close to the beach and a couple of areas around the corner for breakfast. Owners and front desk staff were extremely nice and courteous. I understand that the establishment is for sale, therefore it seems as if they are waiting for the new owners to update. This doesn’t diminish how easy and convenient it is to get around the area. Rooms are small, but clean and give you exactly what you want. We’ll stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Julio

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had dirty floors and the bathroom carpet was also dirty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service
Good for the price by beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service
This was a sweet little motel. I expected quaint and retro. Which it was. I feel like the cosmetics needed refreshing. Paint, landscape… room make over. Paint paint paint.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was very nice and attentive to our needs with anything else we needed. Quiet backyard with grill picnic tables and kayaks for use on salt pond. Rooms are a little tight, but for 4 people suggest going to beach ball inn across the street there sister property. Alot more room in there 2 bedrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Needed renovation
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It borders the salt pond which is beautiful and tranquil. There are free kayaks to use on it. There is a nice outdoor shower. Rooms are small but worth it for the location. I went with my son and we were comfortable. but More than 2 in a room might be cramped unless you really like each other. There were thoughtful hooks and shelves to help store things to make the most of the space. I only used the outdoor shower with attached changing area to reduce congestion in the room. location is great. Very near the beach. Recommend bringing bikes as area is bikeable. There is a nice drive- in nearby. Room has fridge and microwave. There is a nearby convenience store where we got milk and ate in the room for breakfast. Property has beautiful flowers.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a welcoming host ; you can tell she has a heart of gold. The place is super convenient to get around walking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Vivian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Loved how there were kayaks available to use
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jamie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel is not child friendly in any way, and you should not stay if you have any health issues. The two motels room we booked were covered in mold and rust, we stayed one night and unfortunately the mold made it so I could not breathe due to my asthma, and my child’s asthma so we had to cut our trip short .The shower head was covered in mold and We couldn’t use the air conditioners due to them being covered in black mold as well. When I reached out to Expedia to get a refund do to having to leave because of the mold and rust I was told the property management denied it. I will be contacting the board of health in the area along with disputing with my credit card company since I have many pictures and videos for proof of the unsanitary conditions. I wasn’t going to even write a review or make a problem, I just wanted a refund to not being able to stay because of health issues caused by the mold.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The woman working the front desk was so kind!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just what we needed at the time. Great customer service. Thank you. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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

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

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

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