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Shellharbour Resort

3.5 star property
Motel in Wollongong with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM, sun loungers
Meeting facility
Dinner served, Italian cuisine, ocean views
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
BBQ/picnic area
Shellharbour Resort offers a genuine retreat in its namesake town. Travelers cool off in the outdoor pool, enjoy ocean-view meals at Branches restaurant, or find quiet moments in the garden. Past guests consistently highlight the staff's helpful nature as a key part of their stay.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Twin Room | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | TV

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Corporate Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Shellharbour, a neighborhood in Wollongong, Shellharbour Resort is near a train station and near the beach. Kiama Lighthouse and Australia's Industry World are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Jamberoo Action Park and Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium. Fairy Meadow Beach Park and Natural Necessity are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkeling, and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Map
400 Shellharbour Road, Shellharbour, NSW, 2529

What's nearby

  • Shellharbour South Beach - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Warilla Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Links Shell Cove Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • The Farm - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Jamberoo Action Park - 14 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • Shellharbour Junction Station - 4 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bean Roasted - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Shellharbour Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Beach Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪A Harn Thai Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Harbourview Thai - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Shellharbour Resort

Motel located in Shellharbour
Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a bar at Shellharbour Resort. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, Branches, features ocean views and dinner. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and free newspapers
  • Luggage storage, 1 meeting room, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Shellharbour Resort boast thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 5 to 20 for adults and AUD 5 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Branches

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 24 to January 17:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 200 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

This property's listed breakage deposit is refundable via credit card within 7 days after check-out, pending room inspection.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 5 to 20 for adults, and AUD 5 to 20 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per day

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Shellharbour Resort Motel
Shellharbour Resort Shellharbour
Shellharbour Resort Motel Shellharbour

Frequently asked questions

Does Shellharbour Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–8:30 PM.

Is Shellharbour Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Shellharbour Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Shellharbour Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shellharbour Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Shellharbour Resort located?

Located in Shellharbour, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of North Beach and Shellharbour South Beach. Warilla Beach and Stocklands Shellharbour are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Shellharbour Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 392 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for when visiting family and friends, rooms are big, beds are comfortable, not modern or brand new but always clean. Some facilities like pool and tennis if you wish to spend time at the motel. Walkable to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a basic Motel but only took 14 minutes to walk into the shopping and restaurant area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shopping and shell harbour club great price
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet, excellent facilities in a perfect location
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were pleasant, great amenities and a 10 minute walk to the beach. Will come here again if ever in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay ( 1 nite ). Room was great sith only small problems - basin tap wS too small and filli g kettle was best thru the shower. Water pressure made some terrible niises at times and road was used as a race track by hoons up until about 10 pm. Other than yhose minir grumbles the stay was great and food at the restaurant was terrific
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
It was a nice motel but the beds are so uncomfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy and Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is great value - super close to beaches and other things in the area, staff are super helpful and lovely people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good night's sleep. Efficient and friendly check-in. The room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Clean and tidy ! Good for our one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice, easy walk to town center and beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Suzana

Liked: Cleanliness
The good position is outlined and values of money is worthy of staying.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to amenities Good size room Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good size room and value for money. Bathroom could do with update including shower pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Bronwyn

Disliked: Amenities
This room was not worth the nearly $200 we paid for it. It’s very dated, bed was hard, pillows very flat, the shower screen was broken and replaced with a curtain and the air conditioner was in a corner behind a cupboard so it didn’t really serve the purpose from where it was. We go to Wollongong often but won’t return here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yunlong

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
verygood
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room clean bu shocking old brown toilet ad floor and old bed linen.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marguerite

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old, dilapidated. No renovation or property improvement of any kind. Definitely overpriced and misleading as to what we were getting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for a short stay

8/10 Good

Suman

Liked: Staff & service
Adequate amenities provided. The cleanliness of the room can be improved.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

phoebe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The woman in the reception was amazing and so personable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was great for the price and shops/restaurants/ocean pool/beach were only a few minutes away. Even had a game of tennis. Beds were comfortable. Free parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good Location, kids loved the pool area and nice clean rooms

8/10 Good

Gilly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Toilet was running the whole time and taps ‘groaned’ every time you turned it on. Road was noisy outside. But it was clean and tidy. Reception was very friendly and helpful when I arrived. Pool and tennis court looked nice and clean too
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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