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2.5 out of 5
Shell Motel
1201 South Federal Hwy, Hollywood, FL

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 109 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 109 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

April

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room's need updated bedding, pillows, they were clean but way out dated
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Guy on May 9, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.

10/10 Excellent

Lucie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is perfectly clean. The outside area around the pool is large and super welcoming. Hollywood beach is a 10min drive, quieter but as beautiful as in Miami. Pierre and his brother are incredibly welcoming and attentive to the guests' needs (thanks for giving us a room with 2 beds 🙏). And it is affordable. This motel is a gem.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Guy on May 8, 2024
Dear Lucie, Thank you so very much for taking the time to give us your feedback and sharing your experience. Comments like yours are truly rewarding to hear. Thank you.

8/10 Good

Dorcas

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Manager was very friendly!!! Our stay was nice, friendly staff, room clean, comfortable and quiet. No safety concerns. Will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from Guy on Mar 31, 2024
Thank you Dorcas for taking the time to give us your feedback. Hope to see you again in the near future. Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Guy on Feb 25, 2024
Thank you for this great rating, it is appreciated!

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner went out of his way to find a parking spot for my oversized vehicle. He moved his car and parked elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Guy on Feb 23, 2024
Thank you Scott for your great rating and taking the time to give us your feedback, it is greatly appreciated and glad you enjoyed your stay with us!

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Jacksonville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Response from Guy on Feb 23, 2024
Thank you Paul for staying with us, we are glad you enjoyed your stay with us! We are looking forward to your next visit!

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick trip
It was a one night stay and for the price it was excellent. It is and old motel but updated and very clean and in a safe area. Pierre , owner?, was very pleasant. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Pierre on Jan 30, 2024
Dear Charles,Thank you for this great rating and feedback, it is greatly appreciated. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Comments like yours are truly rewarding to hear. We are a family own/operated business for over 40 years and strive to provide the best experience possible. Thank you for staying with us and hope to see you again in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The manager/owner (?) was very accommodating in giving us a room with easy access to our car. The room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Guy on Jan 28, 2024
Thank you Sandra for your positive feedback. Comments like your are truly rewarding to hear. Hope to see you again in the near future.

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean little spot
Clean little spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Guy on Jan 21, 2024
Dear James, thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback, greatly appreciated.

10/10 Excellent

Maha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from Guy on Jan 15, 2024
Thank you Maha for giving us a great rating, it is truly appreciated!

8/10 Good

ALEKSANDR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very simple but affordable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from Guy on Jan 15, 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We do appreciate.

10/10 Excellent

Jhenifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from Guy on Dec 16, 2023
Dear Jhenifer, thank you for this great rating, we truly appreciate. Hope to see you again soon.

6/10 Okay

aly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff weren’t helpful and the only way to reach them is through a phone infront of their office and it hardly works ( can’t hear well and they can’t hear me well
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Response from Guy on Dec 12, 2023
Good morning Aly, Sorry if you feel this way. I guess accommodating you to change your reservation at no charge on a non-refundable reservation and getting you a late checkin and bringing you extra pillows at midnight was not satisfying. We try to accommodate everyone in the best way possible and as for the phone, you could have dialed 0 in the room to get assistance.

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After reading many reviews I knew this was the place! We stayed overnight and it was simply amazing. Pierre was the best! So friendly and down to Earth. This place is the coolest, retro vibe for sure! The pool is pristine, the grounds immaculate and overall just wonderful. This is not a “fancy” place so if you’re looking for bells & whistles, stay elsewhere. I love unique places and this is just that. I cannot wait to stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from Guy on Nov 20, 2023
Thank you John for taking the time for sharing your experience. We are delighted to know your positive feedback and truly appreciate your 5 star rating. Hope to see you again in the near future!

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly manager, clean property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from Guy on Nov 17, 2023
Thank you Kathleen for your positive feedback, greatly appreciated.

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean reminded us of old Florida.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from Guy on Nov 13, 2023
Thank you Robert for taking the time to review your stay with us, it is appreciated!

10/10 Excellent

Denice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for the price and otherwise. The owner/manager and staff were all extremely nice and accommodating. It’s a “motel” and has a retro feel to it. But this place is extremely clean and rivals my experiences at higher end establishments. It’s obvious that the manager takes pride in this property and provides great customer service. I loved the pool as well! It’s in the center of the property and it was relaxing to hear the water everyday. Definitely will stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from Guy on Nov 12, 2023
Dear Denice, thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback and great rating. It is greatly appreciated. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you again in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very convenient to area and was impressed by the room accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from Guy on Nov 9, 2023
Thank you Angela for your great rating and positive feedback, it is greatly appreciated!

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff very friendly, the rooms were clean the pool is heated the property was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from Guy on Nov 5, 2023
Thank you Brent for your positive feedback, it is greatly appreciated. Hope to see you again in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are extremely accommodating, the property is very clean and feels very private. Very nice area right down the street from downtown Hollywood Florida. Overall, just a great experience every time I go.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Guy on Oct 24, 2023
Thank your Robert for taking the time to give us this great rating and review. It was a pleasure to have you with us. Hope to see you again in the near future.

8/10 Good

yves

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Guy on Oct 17, 2023
Thank you Yves for taking the time to give us your feedback, greatly appreciated!

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly & very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from G on Aug 21, 2023
Thank you Michelle for taking the time to give us this great rating and of course your feedback. It is greatly appreciated! Hope to see you again in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Guy on Aug 18, 2023
Thank you Derrick for your great rating, truly appreciated!

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Guy on Jul 15, 2023
Dear Guest, thank you for your great rating. Hope to see you again in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The vintage motel was very clean, quiet and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Guy on Jun 25, 2023
Dear Vicki, thank you for taking the time to give us a great rating and your feedback is truly appreciated. Thank you.

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice motel for price.
The staff was extremely nice. The room and bed were comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from Guy on May 15, 2023
Dear Steven, Thank you very much for taking the time to give us your feedback, greatly appreciated!

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Guy on Apr 24, 2023
Thank you for your feedback, it is greatly appreciated!

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Guy on Apr 17, 2023
Thank you John for taking the time to give us a great rating, truly appreciated!

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Response from Guy on May 15, 2023
Thank you Pam for this great rating! We look forward to your next visit!

6/10 Okay

john

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very ordinary, limited parking
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from Guy on Apr 1, 2023
Dear John, Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We do have parking on both side of the property and in front, we are very sorry if it was hard to find parking during your stay. Hope to see you again!

8/10 Good

Michel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
L'excellente accueil et l'excellente collaboration de l'hôte. Très bon service à la clientèle.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from Guy on Mar 31, 2023
Bonjour Michel,Merci d'avoir pris le temps de nous écrire et nous apprécions votre commentaire positif. A la prochaine

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from Guy on Apr 21, 2023
Thank you Michael for staying with us, we appreciate your feedback and look forward to your next visit!

10/10 Excellent

Jakin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint well kept hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from Guy on Mar 28, 2023
Thank you Jakin for giving us a great rating and positive feedback! It is greatly appreciated.

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden gem
I boooked this motel based on the reviews. Take in consideration the motel is a bit outdated. However it is very well maintained, super clean. I have stayed in newer and fancier hotels that are filthy! You can smell the cleanliness right when you walk in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from Guy on Mar 14, 2023
Thank you Brenda for your feedback and great rating, we do appreciate. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.

8/10 Good

Tristan Lee, Athens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, quite older property that has been well maintained.
Response from Guy on Jan 19, 2023
Thank you Tristan Lee for your feedback, it is appreciated!

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like this place and when I return to Hollywood I will look to them first. The motel structurally is right out of the '40s and '50s: tiny room, small bathroom, minimal furniture. That being said, care has been taken to modernize and refresh as much as possible: fresh paint, updated fixtures in bathroom, cable TV. The pool, while small, looked inviting but I had no time to swim. It's obvious that much work went into bringing it into this century as much as possible while keeping the '50s vibe which is set in the motel's bones. It's clean and comfortable and the owner/manager was attentive. You won't find posh or a breakfast buffet but it was perfect for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from Guy on Dec 12, 2022
Dear Guest,Thank you for taking the time to give us your positive feedback, it is greatly appreciated. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay. We do take pride in catering to our guests needs the best way we can and we are looking forward to having you again

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with our stay. The pool is inviting and literally two steps from our room door. Room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Guy on Sep 28, 2022
Thank you for this great review and positive feedback. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay with us, We are looking forward to having you again as our guest.

8/10 Good

Ismayel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

chanelle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy access, nice staff small cozy for one person
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from Guy on Jun 27, 2022
Thank you for your feedback and rating, greatly appreciated. Hope to see you again in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint place makes gor perfect stay
We arrived much later than we expected and were warmly greeted and shown to our room. This property is a bit dated, but we expected that going in. It was clean, convenient to food, and very quaint! It was just perfect for our needs, and we would absolutely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Response from Guy on Jun 24, 2022
Dear Elizabeth, Thank you so very much for taking the time to give us your feedback and this great rating! Truly appreciated!

4/10 Poor

Valdene

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing the price was too much for this old shabby furniture. Too small rooms. Never ever again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from Guy on May 8, 2022
Thank you for your feedback and bringing this to our attention.

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Small and quaint but no information in room. Had to call for password and figure out how to get back through gate after going to get coffee in the morning. Key doesn’t work in gates and no coffee machines in room. It was clean, though. Felt safe on main road. Pierre very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from Guy on May 6, 2022
Thank you for your feedback.

10/10 Excellent

Cully

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Response from Guy on Apr 30, 2022
Thank you for your review and great rating! We're glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Hope to see you again in the near future.

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin, plattekill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a mini getaway, but the place was very clean and quiet as there were no kids. The pool was small but perfect for me the room was small but it was lovely and I would definitely stay there again the owners were very pleasant. I had never stayed in a motel before but I will definitely return back and stay at this one. The Wi-Fi signal wasn’t as strong as I would’ve liked it to be but besides that I had a great time. The bus stop is close by where you can take it to go anywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from Guy on Apr 11, 2022
Dear Yasmin, Thank you for your wonderful review and great rating, truly appreciated! We are happy you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to your next visit!.

10/10 Excellent

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
Clean, comfortable, with a very friendly personable service. Highly recommend and will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Response from Guy on Apr 10, 2022
Dear Alfred, We thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us and your positive feedback is greatly appreciated! Hope to see you again in the near future. Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, funny and accommodating staff - room was clean and had everything I could have asked for. Went to a couple of similar establishments nearby, and Shell Motel will definitely be my pick for next time!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Response from Guy on Dec 11, 2021
Dear Max, Thank you for your wonderful review, it is truly appreciated! We are very happy that you enjoyed your stay with us and glad to hear that our staff and service met your needs and expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.

2/10 Terrible

Krista

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was checked in by Peter aka Pierre. Great guy. Very likable. Was not afraid to walk us to our rooms. Has nothing to hide. Can not help but notice the outside is clean tidy and freshly painted. Rooms are small but efficient. First checked out a few places that all started with same name. Staff were shaky at best and grounds not inviting. Everything at Shell was inviting
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Response from Guy on Nov 29, 2021
Edward, Thank you so very much for taking the time to give us your feedback and a great rating, truly appreciated.