Sea Shell Motel

2.5 star property
Beachfront motel for sun and fun

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Private beach, white sand, sun loungers
Private beach, white sand, sun loungers
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beachside (Room 22, Ocean View) | Living area | 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beachside (Room 24, Ocean View) | Balcony view
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beachside (Room 23, Ocean View) | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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45 Chase Avenue, Dennis Port, MA, 02639
  • Place, Sea Street Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, West Dennis Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Harwich Port
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial)

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Room 1)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Room 2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Room 3)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beachside (Room 22, Ocean View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beachside (Room 23, Ocean View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beachside (Room 24, Ocean View)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Beachside (Room 25, Ocean View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Balcony (Room 31, Ocean View)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Balcony (Room 32, Ocean View)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Balcony (Room 33, Ocean View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (room 10, Ocean View) - No Pets

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Room 11) - No Pets

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Room 12) - No Pets

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Dennis Port

Located 3 mi (4.9 km) from West Dennis Beach, Sea Shell Motel is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Cape Cod Rail Trail. This 16-room motel has conveniences like free breakfast, a private beach, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Sea Street Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cape Cod Theatre Company – Home of the Harwich Jr. Theatre - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Cape Cod Rail Trail - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • West Dennis Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Harwich Port - 9 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Hyannis Transportation Center - 27 min drive
  • Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sundae School - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lune - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Den - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chapin's Fish & Chips and Beach Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Sailing Cow Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sea Shell Motel

Beachfront motel for sun and fun
Guests of Sea Shell Motel enjoy access to a private beach, coffee in a common area, and express check-in. There's free parking if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide concierge services, as well as offer insight about the area. Other amenities at this beach motel include express check-out, wedding services, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 30-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Free toiletries and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a private beach.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Freezer

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to April 14:
  • Beach
  • Parking area

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 35 per pet, per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 59.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 59.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 59.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 59.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Sea Shell Motel Motel
Sea Shell Motel Dennis Port
Sea Shell Motel Motel Dennis Port

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Sea Shell Motel?

This motel is located in Dennis Port, a short 8-minute walk from Sea Street Beach and also 18 minutes on foot from Cape Cod Theatre Company – Home of the Harwich Jr. Theatre. You'll also find West Dennis Beach and Cape Cod Rail Trail within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Sea Shell Motel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Sea Shell Motel have a casino on the premises?

No, Sea Shell Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sea Shell Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Sea Shell Motel a good place to stay for couples?

At this beachfront motel, couples will appreciate amenities like a private beach plus some guestrooms include kitchens and ocean views.

Does Sea Shell Motel have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Sea Shell Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Sea Shell Motel offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Sea Shell Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Sea Shell Motel for a fee of USD 35 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Sea Shell Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Sea Shell Motel?

The closest major airport to Sea Shell Motel is Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal), which is 12.6 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Nantucket, MA (ACK-Nantucket Memorial), which is around 27.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Sea Shell Motel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Sea Shell Motel offer a furnished balcony and may feature ocean views.

Does Sea Shell Motel have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Sea Shell Motel.

Sea Shell Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robin Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, quiet room with beautiful ocean view. The staff are all delightful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ailce, Webster Groves

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice by the water property. We appreciated that our room was upgraded at no cost. Very helpful staff. When returning to cape cod well definitively stay at the sea shell motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most unique thing is pet friendly and on the ocean. We had fog for a day and a half but the ocean breeze and views are really relaxing. We had use of HP parking and managed the two sets of three stairs and ramps to get to second floor with no problem. Thank you for a wonderful property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laureen

Excellent location!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lilianna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very cute place had a great time, and loved seeing all the dogs
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

nami

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Hotel is not a usual hotel that you think of. it is a very old and small hotel. front desk is often not available even during the office hours. I booked the room with a full kitchen, but it was just a kitchenette. no swimming pool. shower water pressure extremely low, very uncomfortable. bathroom heater was not working. no hairdryer, you need to ask the front when they are in the office. the size of a one bedroom was good. however, overall very old and uncomfortable hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
It was a really nice cute stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a classic Olde Cape Cod beachside motel. Clean, comfortable, nostalgic, with an incredible location. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

DELIA

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaunnaci

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute motel, clean and friendly staff. Conveniently located and has its own private beach for guests. Will be staying here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleasant stay at the seashell motel. It was the first weekend it was open for 2025 had a slight issue with the showerhead and they upgraded our room and helped us move overall a very pleasant experience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James A

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

Wonderful

Wonderful place. Quiet, relaxing, peaceful. If I ever go back to Cape Cod, would absolutely consider staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice walk out Access to the beach. Weather was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet comfy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos, Mahwah

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carmen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The property had difficult stairs. However it was my fault for not letting them know about my handicap. It was was old and the stairs were uneven. The staff however made up for any inconvenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older property with private beach. Definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sheri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place to stay people were nice and responsive when we called down to the office. Room needed updating there was a hole in the ceiling like there was once water damage and the table on the balcony was rusted. No iron or hair dryer or coffee in the rooms which was fine just didn’t plan on it vs a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

adam

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice location and beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimerly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property right on the beach. Great view and owner is really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024