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Sea Shell Motel

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A lakeside property with a hot tub, lounge chairs, a barbecue, and kayaks on the water.
A small bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a microwave.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wooden headboard.
A calm lake with kayaks and canoes, a picnic area, and a distant building.
A two-story motel with a flat roof, a central entrance, and a parking lot in front.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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19 Winnapaug Rd, Westerly, RI, 02891
  • Place, Misquamicut State Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Atlantic Beach Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State)
    ‪3 min drive‬

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 130 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Westerly

Located in Misquamicut within a 5-minute walk of East Beach, Sea Shell Motel is within a mile (2 km) of Misquamicut State Beach. The 10 rooms at this motel include sitting areas, microwaves, and LED TVs.
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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
  • East Beach Watch Hill - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Foxwoods Resort Casino - 25 min drive - 18.7 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
  • ‪Andrea Seaside Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Paddy's Restaurant & Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Windjammer Surf Bar - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Sea Shell Motel

Sea Shell Motel features free WiFi in public areas and barbecue grills. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. This motel also has a picnic area.
LED TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Sitting areas, microwaves, and free toiletries are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

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, 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 22-258

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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Sea Shell Motel?

This motel is situated in Misquamicut within a short 15-minute walk of Misquamicut State Beach and also 4 minutes on foot from East Beach. You'll also find Atlantic Beach Park and East Beach Watch Hill within a short drive.

Does Sea Shell Motel feature a casino on the premises?

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

Is there an indoor pool at Sea Shell Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Sea Shell Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Sea Shell Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Sea Shell Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Sea Shell Motel for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay.

Where is the closest airport to Sea Shell Motel?

The closest major airport to Sea Shell Motel is Westerly, RI (WST-Westerly State), which is 2.3 mi away (4 minutes by car). Another top airport is New London, CT (GON-Groton - New London), which is located 21.8 mi away (33-minute drive).

Sea Shell Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 82 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was great, rooms and bed were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Outstanding place. Staff is wonderful: friendly, helpful etc. Cannot beat the location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was exceptionally polite.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and pet friendly!! Loved our visit!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Earwigs. A lot of earwigs. Also bathroom covered in pubes. We arrived to other people’s pubes. A lot of pubes.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner Tom was a great host!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and pet friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Good for the price by beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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6/10 Okay

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
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, not the cleanest but other than that good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Loved how there were kayaks available to use
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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The people who run it are wonderful. I would definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

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The woman working the front desk was so kind!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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8/10 Good

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
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8/10 Good

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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
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2/10 Terrible

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