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My recent stay at the Pelican Hotel was nothing short of delightful. The location is truly exceptional — perfectly situated to enjoy the very best of the area. From the moment I arrived, the warm and friendly atmosphere made me feel completely at ease. The service was impeccable. Both room service and management were consistently professional and courteous, with special appreciation to Oscar, whose attentiveness and genuine hospitality made a lasting impression. The dining experience was outstanding. Every meal was a pleasure, but the fried octopus deserves special mention — perfectly prepared and absolutely unforgettable. The rooms themselves were a highlight: comfortable, thoughtfully appointed, and each with its own unique design that adds charm and character to the stay. The complimentary cocktails were another memorable touch — expertly made and thoroughly enjoyable. Overall, my time at the Pelican Hotel was a wonderful experience from start to finish. I look forward to returning and will gladly book again without hesitation.

Staff was great, elevator is tired, but I loved the proximity to everything

The hotel is wonderful. The only problem is if you come to the beach a little later, they don’t always have chairs or umbrellas. Waited about half hour for chairs to become available. However, the staff is wonderful and the location is great. You are right across the street from some superb dining choices. Love staying here.

Staff was great, elevator is tired, but I loved the proximity to everything

The best hotel I have ever stayed in!

the location and breakfast and some of the staff are clearly a great value. However the bathroom in general are not at par with a 2* star hotel. The closet door was broken. The shower only had a curtain and floor corners had signs of aging and sticky. On second day while I was on a work call, the house keeping lady comes in and even if I told her to come later as I’m in a call, she didn’t bother she kept coming in and dumped towels on my luggage and was checking the closet door. I told her to go and come back. She have a look and left and that day they didn’t clean the room. The bathroom soap gel was not refilled on day 2 as the lady decided not to come. And you are given only 1 travel size gel. The 3rd day was pleasant. But overall for what I paid I was tad upset. In short I will have marked it as very good if the housekeeping didn’t mess up and bathroom has more soap and was not sticky.

This is the 4th year my spouse and I have visited. We love location (2.5 miles from local idiots at Beachplace area hotels), beach access, and spacious suites. Over time, we dine there less and less. Prices are high, and the quality of the food doesn't support the price. One thing I noticed on this trip was tighter control on towels and pool area seats. I asked for that because last year it seemed like a third to half of people occupying pool area seats were not staying at the hotel. They bragged and laughed about it. This time, the paying guests and their families could get seats this time. I appreciate the actions taken. Less positive - improved elevator service has been promised for at least 4 years. One guest elevator was out of service for our entire, 4 night stay. I have to give that a "Really?" Notes for first time guests - When adjusting lights and fans, it's not you. I think that's how those appliances are configured in Scandanavia. Also, consider using bath clogs. The walls, flooring, and soaps in the guest room bathrooms are a recipe for a cracked skull. Love the place. Will come back.

The best hotel I have ever stayed in!