Reviews of Pelicans Rest Shellharbour 4 stars
7 Boollwarroo Parade, 2529 Shellharbour, Australia

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Reviewed: 4 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewIt was a beautiful little place right in the heart of Shellharbour, such a lovely place to stay. The hosts are very friendly and approachable Would definitely stay here again
Reviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe location of Pelicans Rest was absolutely great, as it was walking distance to the beach, shopping strip (local cafes), Beach pool and was central to everything we wanted to do and most importantly close to friends. The place was spotless, everything was very clean, Towels, bed linen, cutlery and crockery all furniture. The apartment was beautifully decorated with furniture that complemented the room and the apartment. The Host Barb and Laurie are absolutely great people, Friendly, Polite, Respectful to one's privacy and most of all extremely friendly people. They made you feel welcome from start to finish. As we have travelled over the years and stayed in many places, my Wife was most comfortable at Pelicans Rest. I would highly recommend Pelicans Rest and definitely will book this place again in my next visit. Thanks Barb and Laurie for your great hospitality and beautiful apartment, we enjoyed are holiday.
Everything was great.
Reviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewOur host was a lovely guy to deal with. The location was perfect, close to the main street, within walking distance. The room was immaculate and a very well-appointed kitchenette. The spa bath was lovely to have a soak in after exploring the area all day. Also Netflix and WiFi included
The bed was comfortable but a little firm for us.
Reviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat host, Thank you Laurie. Lovely spotless studio with everything you would ever need. Easy access, parking in driveway, Small courtyard great for lunch. Excellent access to the village. We really enjoyed our time at Pelican's Rest.
Nothing...all good.
Reviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewFriendly welcoming hosts with a beautiful unit
Reviewed: 22 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLaurie is one of the most welcoming hosts we’ve stayed with. The room is very cozy and has everything we need. It’s also in a wonderful location, close to the beach and the village. Highly recommended!
Reviewed: 16 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe location was walking distance to everything. The room was very comfortable and the hosts were very friendly.
Nothing.
Reviewed: 13 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewExcellent host. Fabulous accommodation
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Reviewed: 9 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe location was within in easy walking distance to the Shellharbour Village cafes and the hotel. We also walked to the Marina which was picturesque and also had great bars for food and drinks.
Everything was very good. The room comfortable and well appointed.
Reviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBeautiful unit in a great location. Easy access to cafes and restaurants nearby. Great beaches to walk on and very friendly greeting by our host. Great weekend.
The kitchenette was very tiny if you tried to cook a meal.
Reviewed: 4 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewHosts were fantastic, so hospitable and offered to drive us anywhere we wanted to go within the area ,fantastic stay,great people,lovely little unit. Includes Netflix, wifi. Awesome
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Reviewed: 28 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewGreat, clean, modern apartment with everything needed for a short stay. Close to the beach and shops
All good
Reviewed: 16 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe hosts were lovely and kind. Knowledge about the area and were very helpful with any questions we had
Reviewed: 2 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewExcellent location. Walk to restaurants and shops etc,plus beach and pool. Very clean with everything needed, quiet and private with off-street parking. Hosts very friendly.
Nothing.
Reviewed: 2 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewEverything 😄 We definitely go back there
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Reviewed: 27 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 26 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe location was perfect. 2 minute walk to beach and shops. Restaurants supermarket etc. hosts Barb and Laurie were amazing going above and beyond to look after myself and my wife while we stayed. As we couldn’t pick up a rental vehicle till the day after we arrived Laurie offered to drive us to places nearby if we needed. Exceptionally clean and private place to stay and very relaxing. We look forward to stay again next time we are back
That our week was up to quick. We didn’t want to leave
Reviewed: 12 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewWry clean, well stocked, bed was comfortable, location was the best!
Nothing!
Reviewed: 12 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewProximity to ocean pool, and coffee options
Not much sun in the apartment but good outdoor seating.
Reviewed: 7 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewEverything
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