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The Pelican Poshtel

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Carolina, steps from Carolina Beach

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Beach nearby
Hallway
Lobby sitting area
Lobby sitting area
Family Apartment

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct

Explore the area

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74 Calle Venus, Carolina, Carolina, 00979
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Isla Verde Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, 1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
Netflix
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Sofa bed - single
Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Basic Room

Basic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Apartment | In-room dining

Standard Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Netflix
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Apartment | Living area

Junior Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Netflix
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Apartment | Private kitchen

Family Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Netflix
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Carolina

The Pelican Poshtel places you steps from Carolina Beach and within a 15-minute stroll of Isla Verde Beach. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This pet-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Isla Verde guest house include Condado Beach and Pan American Pier.
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What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Isla Verde Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Condado Beach - 7 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Domenech Station - 8 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panaderia España - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪787 Coffee Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Frappé Factory - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Doner Kebab - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Pelican Poshtel

Guesthouse in Carolina, steps from Carolina Beach
As a guest of The Pelican Poshtel, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and a television in common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Pelican Poshtel also features a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area.

This 3-star Carolina guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
The Pelican Poshtel offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations, with complimentary bottles of water. Smart televisions come with Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Carolina guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 15 September 2025 to 31 October 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Selected guestrooms
During renovations, the guest house will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Pelican Poshtel?

The Pelican Poshtel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Pelican Poshtel?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Pelican Poshtel on 6 Oct 2025 start from NZ$181.07, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Pelican Poshtel?

Yep, The Pelican Poshtel is a short 2-minute walk from Carolina Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Pelican Poshtel?

No, The Pelican Poshtel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Pelican Poshtel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Reviews

The Pelican Poshtel Reviews

6.8

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 372 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 114 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 229 out of 1059 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Updated, clean, and neat...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Ashlynn smartt

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

AhMiracle NeVeah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alberto

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Not enough water, pressure people slamming doors. The bed is uncomfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zahria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time here .. love it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was clean, amenities and quiet. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Nilsa

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities
Not the best place to stay but the area is very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lila

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Business traveller
I enjoyed the rooftop view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khalilah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I have a great stay. The staff were really friendly. We will return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yamil

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Daisy

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The door was not looking good. It was a struggle trying to close the door, it’s cheap but don’t recommend this place it’s gone down hill. I liked it the other 2 times I’ve came but the place is gone downhill, the main lobby has mold and falling apart. Room was moldy too
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yadira

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely Disappointing Stay – Would Not Recommend. I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience at this hotel was so poor that I feel compelled to warn others. From the moment I arrived, the problems started. The front gate was open, which makes us feel unsafe. There was any staff at the location. The room itself was far below expectations: smell like cigarettes, cannabis and very moist. False Advertising – The Photos Are a Complete Lie. I’m honestly shocked at how misleading the photos of this hotel are. The pictures online made it look like a modern, clean, and comfortable place to stay—but the reality couldn’t be further from that. the furniture was old and worn out. The ceiling is falling apart. There is not a jacuzzi or anything similar like the pictures. I feel completely deceived by the hotel’s online presence. It’s false advertising at its worst, and I will definitely not be staying here again. Do yourself a favor and book elsewhere if you’re looking for an honest experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Clean and efficient room

Rooms were simple. Bed was not very comfortable. Easy checkin .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ramon l

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel looked totally different than on the website. It was dirty, old, not updated at all. Broken bed, dirty bed sheets, broken sofa, cracked ceiling, tv remote was broken so there was no way to watch tv. It smelled bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Awilda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is near beach
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyreek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has nothing, not a table, chair, or nightstand. It's a small board on the wall, a single electrical outlet. You couldn't even charge your phone. The area is horrible. You have nowhere to park. You have to come back early if you want to be safe. You're supposed to go for a walk and come back late. And the worst part is that the sheet is a pillow, meaning you have to make your bed. Bad, not really bad. I regret that place and I don't recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and seasonal
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra Luz

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
The shower head wasn’t good and no ventilation in the restroom
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
****READ PLEASE **** This was my second — and definitely last — stay at this property. I made the mistake of giving it another chance, and I deeply regret it. Please read this before booking. 1. Severe Mold in Lobby: There is a serious mold issue in the lobby area — I have photographic evidence. This is a major health concern that should not be ignored. 2. False Advertising: The online photos are completely misleading. Unless you book Rooms 14 or 15, expect to be crammed into a tiny, claustrophobic box. There is barely space to walk. You open the door and you’re face-to-face with the bed. 3. Flooded Bathroom Setup: The showers have no doors or curtains, so water spills directly into the bedroom area. Our floors were soaked. 4. Insecure Rooms: The locks on the doors do not function properly. We felt completely unsafe during our stay. 5. Constant Noise: The environment is incredibly loud. Do not expect any peace or rest here. 6. Rude, Inefficient Housekeeping: Housekeeping staff are rude and dismissive. When I politely asked for clean towels, one told me they “only clean every three days” and that daily service is unnecessary — completely unacceptable. I am currently disputing the charges with my bank. Customer service is unresponsive, and even when you do get through, they’re unhelpful and unwilling to fix anything. This stay was a disaster. Save yourself the frustration — book elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shoanyn Myriam

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not have high expectations when I booked this hostel but was hoping for the best. Reviews on Google are mostly accurate for this place. The walls for the room are paper thin and you can hear every noise. The bathroom was fairly clean but the shower head had weak flow and some days the hot water supply was not adequate. The showers don’t have real shower curtains or doors to prevent bathroom floor from getting wet. The hotel room door and lock did not make me feel protected. The room smelled moldy and there were leaks everywhere. Drunk guests at night could be heard which disturbed my sleep. From the main guest house, leaks from the ceiling were easily seen.Housekeeping services were rude and had a negative attitude when asked if they could clean out room daily when booking it clearly states daily housekeeping services. Bottom line you get what you get paid for and I will not be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025