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Our top choices for Shell Grotto hotels

A narrow passageway with wooden walls and a stone-tiled floor.

1. The Little Crown Inn

The Little Crown Inn
3.0 star property
Pen Tranch, 1.5 km from Shell Grotto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
colin
The price is SARĀ 450
SARĀ 450 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Little Crown Inn
A Starbucks coffee shop interior with seating, a counter, and a menu board.

2. Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel

Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel
3.0 star property
Pontymoile, 1.4 km from Shell Grotto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great value and comfortable 2 night stay. Fab shower, blackout blind & curtains, friendly & helpful staff. Will definitely stay again when in the area"
United Kingdom
Louise
The price is SARĀ 242
SARĀ 290 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with a vase of yellow flowers, a television, and a view of a green landscape through large windows.

3. Grandads Shack

Grandads Shack
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Shell Grotto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"A lovely caravan thats been lovingly maintained"
United Kingdom
Chris
The price is SARĀ 1,742
SARĀ 2,090 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Grandads Shack
A garden with a table and chairs, a rainbow, and a view of the countryside.

4. The Celyn

The Celyn
3.5 star property
19.7 km from Shell Grotto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"Our stay at The Celyn was delightful. Sarah and Paul are consummate hosts, so welcoming and helpful. The location is gorgeous."
United Kingdom
Laura
The price is SARĀ 518
SARĀ 622 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Celyn
A restaurant interior with a large circular logo featuring a chef's hat and the letters "KH USK".

5. Kings Head Usk

Kings Head Usk
3.0 star property
9 km from Shell Grotto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (78 reviews)
"Great stay and very good restaurant"
United Kingdom
Nicholas
The price is SARĀ 411
SARĀ 494 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Kings Head Usk
A hotel room with two single beds, a desk, a chair, a large window, and a headboard with a light fixture.

6. TÅ· Newport

TÅ· Newport
4.0 star property
13.3 km from Shell Grotto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (579 reviews)
"Ideal location, great room and fabulous breakfast"
United Kingdom
James
The price is SARĀ 314
SARĀ 376 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
TÅ· Newport
A garden with a stone structure, a lamp post, and string lights.

7. The Greyhound Inn & Hotel

The Greyhound Inn & Hotel
4.0 star property
11.3 km from Shell Grotto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (184 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and food, good location, slight problem with heating in room reported to owner who said it would be checked. Would return."
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is SARĀ 490
SARĀ 588 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Greyhound Inn & Hotel
A reception desk with a vase of flowers, a framed certificate, and a television on the wall.

8. The Coach & Horses Hotel

The Coach & Horses Hotel
3.0 star property
17.6 km from Shell Grotto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (388 reviews)
"Excellent restaurant, staff were good fun ,rooms were spot on"
United Kingdom
tony
The price is SARĀ 240
SARĀ 288 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The Coach & Horses Hotel
A modern lounge area with sofas, chairs, and a table, featuring a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

9. Holiday Inn Express Newport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newport by IHG
3.0 star property
15.8 km from Shell Grotto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room location and breakfast plus parking"
United Kingdom
Sandra
The price is SARĀ 249
SARĀ 298 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Newport by IHG
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and flower arrangements.

10. The Old Barn Inn

The Old Barn Inn
4.0 star property
15.5 km from Shell Grotto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (551 reviews)
"An excellent stay. Food, staff"
United Kingdom
Audrey
The price is SARĀ 338
SARĀ 405 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
The Old Barn Inn
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden door, a chair, and a television on a dresser.

11. Newbridge on Usk

Newbridge on Usk
5.0 star property
11.5 km from Shell Grotto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (71 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and area"
United Kingdom
Jenny
The price is SARĀ 430
SARĀ 516 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Newbridge on Usk
A seafood platter with mussels, shrimp, and bread on a wooden table, accompanied by a glass of white wine and a lemon wedge.

12. The Angel Hotel Abergavenny

The Angel Hotel Abergavenny
4.0 star property
13.3 km from Shell Grotto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (130 reviews)
"Great staff and location in the town."
United Kingdom
Anthony
The price is SARĀ 953
SARĀ 1,144 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
The Angel Hotel Abergavenny
A large, historic building with a prominent entrance, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees.

13. The Glen Yr Afon House Hotel

The Glen Yr Afon House Hotel
4.0 star property
8.6 km from Shell Grotto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (91 reviews)
"We had a great stay. The hotel was very clean, as was our room. The staff were so friendly. The breakfast was wonderful"
United Kingdom
Caroline
The price is SARĀ 702
SARĀ 918 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The Glen Yr Afon House Hotel
Restaurant

14. Mercure Newport Hotel

Mercure Newport Hotel
4.0 star property
13 km from Shell Grotto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was good."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is SARĀ 319
SARĀ 383 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Mercure Newport Hotel
A traditional stone building with a large tree in the foreground, a garden with purple flowers, and a clear sky.

15. The Priory Hotel and Restaurant

The Priory Hotel and Restaurant
4.0 star property
11.7 km from Shell Grotto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (695 reviews)
"We had a great stay at the priory, room was a perfect size, I enjoyed a soak in the beautiful claw foot bath. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend and look forward to staying there again"
Australia
Sally
The price is SARĀ 397
SARĀ 477 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Priory Hotel and Restaurant
A sunroom with large windows, a dining area, and lounge chairs.

16. Parkway Hotel & Spa

Parkway Hotel & Spa
4.0 star property
7.8 km from Shell Grotto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay"
United Kingdom
Khalid
The price is SARĀ 446
SARĀ 535 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Parkway Hotel & Spa
A neatly made bed with white linens and a single pillow, flanked by two bedside lamps, in a room with a radiator and a plain wall.

17. The Castle Lodge

The Castle Lodge
3.5 star property
16.6 km from Shell Grotto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable self catering accommodation. "
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is SARĀ 1,041
SARĀ 1,351 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The Castle Lodge
The New Court Inn with a signboard advertising "eat drink sleep" and a sign for "Lavazza served here".

18. The New Court Inn

The New Court Inn
4.0 star property
9.1 km from Shell Grotto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"thank you"
Australia
Paul
The price is SARĀ 435
SARĀ 521 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The New Court Inn
A white building with the name "The Bear" on the facade, featuring multiple windows and flower baskets.

19. The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell

The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell
4.0 star property
18.9 km from Shell Grotto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (271 reviews)
"Lovely stay at the Bear. Food was excellent and the room clean. Staff were very helpful. Always enjoy my visit."
United Kingdom
Phillip
The price is SARĀ 584
SARĀ 701 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell
A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, large windows, and a brick facade.

20. TÅ· Magor

TÅ· Magor
3.5 star property
18.5 km from Shell Grotto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"A perfect place to stay."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is SARĀ 257
SARĀ 308 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
TÅ· Magor
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Compare popular hotels close to Shell Grotto

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A narrow passageway with wooden walls and a stone-tiled floor.
The Little Crown Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
26 reviews
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A Starbucks coffee shop interior with seating, a counter, and a menu board.
Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,002 reviews
View
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table with a vase of yellow flowers, a television, and a view of a green landscape through large windows.
Grandads Shack
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
1 review
View
A garden with a table and chairs, a rainbow, and a view of the countryside.
The Celyn
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
113 reviews
View
A restaurant interior with a large circular logo featuring a chef's hat and the letters "KH USK".
Kings Head Usk
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
78 reviews
View

Other attractions near Shell Grotto

Pontypool Park

7.6/10 (4 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Pontypool Park and enjoy the golf courses in Pontypool. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
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Top Shell Grotto Hotel Reviews

A narrow passageway with wooden walls and a stone-tiled floor.
The Little Crown Inn

The Little Crown Inn

The Little Crown Inn
Pen Tranch

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel
United States
colin
Reviewed June 12, 2026
The Little Crown Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Shell Grotto?

Shell Grotto is located in a welcoming area of Pontypool known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 9 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Shell Grotto?

Best Western Pontypool Metro Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and a bar. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Shell Grotto. Other good choices within a short distance include Premier Inn Pontypool and Holiday Inn Express Pontypool-cwmbran.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Shell Grotto?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Shell Grotto.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shell Grotto, will I receive a refund?

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