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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
BBQ/picnic area
Meeting facility
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Dinner served, Italian cuisine, ocean views
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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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | TV, first-run movies

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

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

Executive Room

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

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

  • ‪Waterfront Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bean Roasted - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Aharn Thai Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Leaf Cafè & Co - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Georgia Rose - ‬3 min drive

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 smoke-free premises
  • Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Shellharbour Resort boast thoughtful touches such as first-run movies and 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 and first-run movies
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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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
  • 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

  • No elevator

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

  • First-run movies
  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

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

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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

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

Shellharbour Resort
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, pets are not allowed at this 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. Shellharbour Marina and Warilla Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Shellharbour Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 398 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 147 out of 398 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 398 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 398 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 398 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Medhat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place ,friendly staff, great room service and close to shopping, beaches, restaurants etc..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation and the location suited our needs and there was plenty of parking out the front. We ate several meals at the restaurant and the food was most enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A very convenient establishment for local shopping and tourist areas Have previously stayed at the motel Unfortunately the restaurant was closed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable weekend stay compared to many overpriced places. Very clean. Comfortable bed. Air con. Close to attractions. It’s all we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Petr

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Melina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a good, short term stay which was well located and clean. It was good having the pool available. It’s a little dated but that wasn’t a big deal for us.

10/10 Excellent

Nevan

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

Retro affordability

Older style with mod cons. Very affordable and I will now use this as my main stay in Shellharbour.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

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

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was big and had a table and chairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here a dozen times amd I am never disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness
Very noisy location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Marcela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property and very friendly staff. Terrible sleep as walls are paper thin and every conversation is heard. Suggest you request a room upstairs might help?
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Chelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bathroom tap sounded like a freight train when turned on. Pillows were very high and lumpy and sheets pilly. Money needs to be spent on improving the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Mazharul

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom needs renovation. Services need to improve.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and exactly what I needed. I'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness
Was perfect for a couple nights max. Wouldn’t stay longer than that. Was clean and presented nicely but well overdue for a revamp!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Positives: Staff was lovely, clean room with comfortable bed, movie channels were a nice bonus. Improvement areas: very poor wifi; restaurant was closed which I only found out at check-in (you could order in via QR code, though). All in all it served the purpose of a short-term stay, however, I'd describe it as a motel rather than what you associate with a "resort and conference centre".
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were disappointed that only room service for restaurant as that was one of the reasons for our booking The room very clean but needs an update! Can’t remember last time I had a hotel room with blankets on bed was as mentioned very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

All ok except the taps were making some noise. After having them run a while, they are ok. Maybe the pressure valve.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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