Name: Shelleven Guest House
Address: 61 Princetown Road, Bangor, BT20 3TA, United Kingdom, 61 Princetown Road, Down County, BT20 3TA, UK
Rating: 9.3

Shelleven Guest House

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Shelleven Guest House is a Victorian property with great charm and period features throughout, providing luxurious accommodations and dining in a warm relaxed atmosphere. The property was rated as 4-star accommodations by the Northern Ireland Tourist Board. Located in a quiet area, close to Bangor Marina, the promenade, and the town center. Shelleven is set back from the road, with gardens and private parking to the front. The front bedrooms have sea views over the bay and beyond. The 13 bedrooms feature a flat-screen TV and an private bathroom. Complimentary WiFi is provided throughout the property. The train/bus station is a 5-8 minutes' walk away, with direct links to Dublin and to Belfast city center and Belfast City Airport. Several golf courses are also nearby.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Double or Twin Room 1 full bed or 2 twin beds
Single Room 1 twin bed
Deluxe Sea View Room 1 twin bed and 1 full bed
Classic Double Room with Shower 1 full bed
Superior Room with Sea View 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed

Guest reviews

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United States

“Breakfast was great, room was very nice, location was very convenient for getting into central Bangor, and the owners, Sue and Paul, were great.”

Andrew

United Kingdom

“Location, check-in, check-out efficiency. Helped with basics like scissors, iron board. The cold shower and most powerful on cold.”

Ann

Canada

“The owner was welcoming and helpful. Loved the location on the coast in Bangor with easy train access to Belfast. Nearby parking and a very comfortable room.”

Samira

Ireland

“This was our first time at Shelleven Guest House but it felt like home-it has a prime location , everything was provided at the venue-The hostess Sue was very welcoming and friendly -It was easy to communicate with her .The breakfast at the venue...”

Sarah

United States

“I am appreciative of the hosting of Hugh Hughes and Sue. I was able to acclimate to a short-term stay in a small wharf and whaling village well. I did enjoy the trip into town, as suggested by Hugh. I was glad to have enjoyed the fresh air, and...”

Susan

Canada

“Beautiful home close to the port. Susan, one of the owners, was so friendly and helpful. We asked for restaurant suggestions for dinner and she provided some excellent options. (We chose Tom’s which was great.) Our server at breakfast was also...”

Eve

United States

“We enjoyed our stay at Shelleven House. The room and bathroom were clean. The bed was comfortable. Parking is provided. Location is wonderful. Close to all the harbor and popular restaurants.”

Adeogo

United Kingdom

“Delicious and great breakfast with a delightful blend. I was allowed to stay 1 more hour before checkout.”

Richard

United States

“We were greeted by Paul, who gave us the lay of the land and took us to a beautiful room with a great view. Key system works great for ease of access anytime. The room and bath were large and very accommodating. Coffee, tea, and biscuits in the...”

Kelly

Canada

“Traditional BNB. Beautiful rooms. Location! Upper rooms have views of Marina and town. This is our go-to place to stay in Bangor”

Managed by Shelleven House

Company review score: 9.8Based on 249 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company info

As owners of Shelleven House, we are delighted to welcome visitors far and wide to our home and business. We bring with us a wealth of experience from the hospitality industry but above all we bring to the business our enthusiastic and friendly personalities, who aim to please and love the opportunity to meet new people. We offer our guests comfortable, warm surroundings and hearty home-cooked meals and try very hard to ensure our guests have a memorable stay with us, whilst we enjoy having you in our establishment.

Property info

Welcome to Shelleven Guest House, Bangor's NITB four-star guest accommodation. The Guest House, has 13 bedrooms all with en-suite facilities. They are tastefully decorated, with some having spectacular views over Bangor Bay and the Irish Sea beyond. Shelleven Guest House is a great place to relax during your visit to Northern Ireland. Our spacious, comfortable Residents Lounge is yours to avail of during your stay. Sit and watch the world go by or read some of our many books on local history, culture, and geography. The property is set back in quiet area away from the town with private parking. At Shelleven Guest House we have a wide variety of bedrooms to suit all needs. From our spacious, double, and twin rooms with views over Bangor Bay and Belfast Lough beyond, to our bright, cosy single bedrooms, which all have 4ft beds. We have a ground-floor twin or double room that is accessible for those with mobility issues and overlooks a lovely private courtyard. All our bedrooms are en-suite with tea and coffee-making facilities, flat-screen Smart TV's, and access to complimentary super fast fiber WiFi (400mbps)

Neighborhood info

Shelleven House is located in Bangor on the southern shore of Belfast Lough. The area has has so much to offer. Whether you are a culture vulture, historian, outdoor enthusiast or food lover, there is something for everyone: * North Down Coastal Path, one of the finest shoreline walks in Ireland * Pickie Fun Park with its Disco Ducks, Pedalo swans, Pickie Puffer, and crazy golf course * Local arts and music at the Courthouse * The award-winning Bangor Castle Walled Garden located in the tranquil grounds of Castle Park * Central to top quality Golf courses * A wide variety of award-winning restaurants, cafes, and pubs * Bangor Aurora, North Down's flagship aquatic and leisure complex situated in the heart of Bangor * North Down Museum, telling the history of the area from Bronze Age to present day * Bangor Abbey, an iconic church and graveyard at the top of the town * Sailing in Ballyholme Bay and Belfast Lough

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Shelleven Guest House

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 7:30 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 3 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Shelleven House has a ramp to the entrance of the house and one accessible room on the ground floor. Please ensure you have specifically asked for this room if you have mobility issues, to avoid disappointment.

Early check in and out of hours check-in can be arranged with prior arrangement but late room check out is not available during peak season.

Smoking is not permitted anywhere in this property (there is a designated smoking area outside the building). Guests caught smoking in the property will be charged up to GBP 200 cleaning fee.

Please inform Shelleven Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Shelleven Guest House