We visit our relatives a couple of times a year in Northern Ireland and these days we always book Shelleven House well in advance. This is to ensure we get a room with a view out across the harbour and the bay. The rooms are larger than most guest houses and superbly decorated. The beds are very comfortable which is excellent after a long journey and everywhere is clean and fresh. I have to mention the breakfasts (another key reason why we stay there); the full Irish Breakfast is fantastic and a great start for the day. There are also many healthy breakfast options available and my daughters especially love the pancakes. The owners Sue and Paul are very attentive, helpful and friendly and have lots of local knowledge and advice for their guests. Our flat-screen TV in the room had Netflix which was great for our daughters to catch up on their shows and there is Wifi everywhere. The only problem with giving a great review (and I’m very happy to) is that many other people will discover this beautiful gem, nestled on the slopes of Bangor; meaning I will have to book even further in advance. Que sera, sera.

Was there for 4 nights with my hubby, this guest house makes you really feel like home! The host Sue is kind, thoughtful and experienced in the hospitality business. Everything is done with heart: the nice modern decor of the guest house, the coffee machine inside the rooms, the thick fluffy towels.  Sue’s breakfast cooking for you in the morning (btw you can choose from a breakfast menu what you would like for breakfast), we feel like staying in an exclusive 5-star boutique hotel! Definitely will come back.

A great location and lovely property. We stayed in a standard double. The bed and pillows were very comfortable and the towels were of high quality (which is rarely the case). The breakfast was of good quality and with plenty of variety: beyond the usual offerings. There is also a shared lounge for guests with a coffee machine available for complimentary drinks.

Recently stayed at Shelleven for two nights.
Our flight from the UK was delayed so arrived after 23.00, however the welcome we received was warm and friendly. The bedrooms were clean and so very comfortable and very tastefully decorated with much thought given to the comfort of guests.

And the breakfast!!
The Ulster fry was delicious.. however the owners have ensured that all tastes are catered for… cereals, fruit, pancakes, omelettes, I could go on and I haven’t mentioned the excellent coffee.

Returned to this lovely guest house after a previous visit some 4 years ago; the new owners offer a very warm and friendly welcome. Rooms are impeccably clean, beds very comfortable. The breakfast is a notable highlight…5 star review is warranted for the scrambled egg alone! Thanks Sue, we will return.

We had a truly wonderful experience at Shelleven House. The owners were friendly, efficient and met our every need. Breakfast was hot, huge and scrumptious. The location is Bangor was excellent; just a short walk to the waterside, lots of restaurants to choose from and a very nice waterfront park and walking area.

Sue and Paul exemplified customer service at the highest level. The property is pristine and is nicely nestled above the Bangor harbour with stunning views. Room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast reflects the traditional Irish fare while also offering lighter, well-being fares.

I have been staying as a regular guest of Sue and Paul since they acquired the establishment in 2016. Since then they have put their personal style into the business by making award winning facilities in terms of cosy, modern and comfortable accommodation. And the welcome is always warm, what is there not to like about arriving in a wild and stormy winter night to the red front door, the hall all lit up and a big smile from the owners? The rooms are spotlessly clean and the facilities keep getting better. But it’s the little touches that I notice such as the local Bangor pictures in the dining room, fresh local produce on the breakfast menu, umbrellas and rain ponchos for guest use in the porch. The professional attitude of the staff, consistent high quality in care and comfort make this a place to return to for each Bangor visit. For me, and my friends, it’s the preferred place to stay. I love going back….the reasons? Value for money, close to the town centre but with easy travel links to Belfast, smart TVs, licensed drinks menu, free Wi-Fi, parking on site and, most important, the personal touch from the owners. They may the only NITB 4 star guesthouse in Bangor but I would put them in the 4+ star category!