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Reviews of Shell Sea B & B

Santa Catalina, 880001 Santa Catalina Island, Colombia

#2 of 3 hotels in Santa Catalina Island

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 25 hotel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.7

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  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    Great hosts and calm location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Manfred and Kenia were super nice, welcoming hosts and made our stay very special. They helped us with every request that we had (ie organising tours, taxis or scooters for rent) and were always very friendly. We also had the opportunity to take their kayak for free. The room was cleaned every day and it was super clean! We can highly recommend the stay!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    10
    Exceeded my expectations and will definitely come back for a longer time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The restaurant they are building onsite won’t be ready until the summer.

    The chill vibe of the islanders, incredible snorkelling, unlimited free use of the kayaked but most of all the kindness of Kenya and Manfred, the hosts.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    10
    Excellent stay with wonderful hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It was a beautiful spot, very peaceful but made very special by the most wonderful hosts, Kenya and Manfred. They went out of their way to make us welcome and to help us when our flight was cancelled

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    The hosts could not have been more accommodating and friendly! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there!!!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2024

    10
    Lovely and peaceful spot. Thank you!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Drinking water for guests would be a nice thing to have. Supermarket bottled water is not very nice and only comes in tiny bottles.

    Lovely quiet corner of the Island, away from scooters and sound systems, yet close to the main town. It’s a great place to relax watching birds from the waterfront, iguanas from the hammock in the garden. Rooms are a good size. Keniya was so kind and was able to sort out anything - help with luggage, scooters, taxis, trips. Looked after me very well.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2023

    9.0
    Lovely venue with a great view and location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really. Some suggestions would be a line to hang wet towels etc as they blow off the balcony and a closet to hang clothes in the room as there was only a chest of drawers. Oh and I would use “ Nike” for the snorkeling again as he was great but wouldn’t recommend the hiking guide Eusebio as he didn’t give much info about the birds or vegetation in the park.

    A lovely location just what I was looking for. Far enough away from the noise of the bars and restaurants but close enough to enjoy when I wanted. The view from the ocean facing room which upgraded to was so peaceful and the hammock was a super relaxing touch. Kenya and Manfred the hosts were wonderful kind people that went out their way to make my stay just what I wanted. Organized a hike to the Peak for me and a snorkeling trip too. I’d definitely recommend and go back if I could!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2023

    10
    Wonderful stay in a nice B&B with great owners
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There isn't many places to dine on Santa Catalina at the moment - only a takeaway pizza place next door. You will have to walk to the main island for dinner and ideally you will need your own scooter/golf cart or to take a moto taxi to go to beaches or places for dinner.

    I spent a few days at Shell Sea B&B and it was lovely. Prior to my stay, Manfred & Kenya booked a taxi to pick me up at the airport and Manfred came then to pick me up by boat for the last leg of the journey. This B&B is on the small island of Santa Catalina linked to the main island via a bridge - it's around 15 minutes walking but it felt very safe even at night. Manfred can help you rent a scooter/golf cart and can take you around the island on his private boat, or arrange for you to join a snorkelling tour with other people. I did that and I really enjoyed it. My little apartment was spotless, good AC and a little fridge to keep my drinks cool. You can walk to the beach nearby but it's a steep flight of stairs. Everything felt very safe and cosy, and I had a wonderful stay!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    the owner was very helpful and answered really fast! the property’s was nice and clean. when we left they offered a free ride to Providencia with our luggages!!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2023

    10
    Great stay. Amazing people. Best Island. 🎉
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Loft
    • Stayed 16 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    we loved everything about this place. do not expect fast Internet anywhere on a remote island , but if you need good Internet, then you can get a Sim card with lots of data for 30,000 pesos (about 8 USD) in town.

    our stay at this place was amazing. we loved everything about it. family is very friendly. location is remote, which is great for quiet and relaxing time. no motos allowed on the island and beautiful walk down the water and over the bridge to town. loft was very spacious and clean. daily, good cleaning. nicely appointed kitchen. - Free kayaks to take around the island - Mask and snorkel to rent down the road - Ask for fresh fish to cook - Take the boat ride around the main island with Manfred. bring snorkel gear. - So much more to do or do like we did and just go sloooooow. recommend at least 2 weeks to fully unwind and enjoy.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2023

    10
    we really enjoyed our visit to Providencia and especially our stay at the Shell and Sea B and B at t
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kenya and Manfred we’re perfect hosts! They made arrangements to have us greeted at the airport and be transported directly to our beautiful Seaview apartment , as well as making arrangements for a scooter. Manfred provided us with much information about the island and guided us on a beautiful snorkeling expedition. We look forward to a return visit!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Loft
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Manfred was an amazing host. He sorted out all of our activities during our stay and made sure we had a brilliant time. Very clean and comfortable room. An excellent place to stay.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Loft
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quiet, clean, comfortable. But the best thing about Shell Sea B&B is the hosts, Manfred and Kenya. They’re so kind and sweet and there to help you organize diving, scooters, snorkeling, hikes, give you dinner recommendations and even boat rides across the bay if they’re heading that way too. This is the best place we stayed in Colombia.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 December 2022

    10
    Amazing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I stayed only 2 nights in the island, but I recommend 4-5 to really experience it. As mentioned, there is no wifi, so keep that in mind. Also, not hot water, but you won't need it. And no kitchen or utensils, in case you want to cook.

    Everything about the stay was amazing! Manfred welcomed me like a friend. Helped me rent a moto, recommended me places to eat, arranged a scuba dive for me, gave me his Kayak to use for free and was willing to provide help at anytime (and transfer with his boat). The location is quiet and peaceful. The room was spacious, clean, with AC, TV and a fridge. 100% recommend it.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 November 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed was a bit hard for me

    Ketlina is a wonderful place. Manfred and Kenia were wonderful hosts and really good cooks ❤️ thank you!

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2022

    10
    Home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect. We wish we could stay forever.

    We loved everything about this charming island but especially the hosts Manfred and Kenia. They are outstanding and made us feel like family. The views are great and the location is perfect and the people are lovely. We felt safe and welcomed. Thank you so much for everything. We can't wait to come back!

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2022

    10
    Gem of a B&B on Santa Catalina!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Literally everything about this place was great.

    This place is amazing! It was extremely clean, the breakfast was fantastic, owners are nice, and I loved the location. It's on Santa Catalina Island, which is smaller and connected to the bigger Providencia by a bridge (or boat, which the owners are happy to help with). This is a quieter place, and I think it was probably the prettiest area on the island(s). There's a tiny, quiet beach just 4 minutes walk away, as well as the old fort (which is actually extremely historic, as well as having a beautiful view). Once you've crossed, it's easy to get a taxi, motorcycle taxi, or rent a motorcycle to get anywhere else you want on the island. I would 100% stay here again next time I visit Providencia!

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2023

    8.0
    It is a great place to stay, communication could be more clear.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The wifi didn’t reach to the room. A taxi to pick us from the airport was arranged without informing us about the cost. For our return we arranged our own taxi at half price and unfortunately ended up in a discussion with a second pre-arranged taxi driver.

    The accommodation it’s quiet, spacious and comfortable. Payment could be done by card. Manfred and Kenia are kind and very willing taking organisational features out of your hands.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Apartment with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Loft
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 8 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2022

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