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Salty Dog Inn

3.5 star property
Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this 3.5-star Snells Beach inn

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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242 Mahurangi East Road, Snells Beach, 920
  • Place, Snells Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Omaha Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Twin Room (Studio)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Studio

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Two Bedroom Spa Bath Suite | Living area | 32-inch TV with satellite channels, Netflix, streaming services

Executive Two Bedroom Spa Bath Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Snells Beach

Seaside stay .At this Snells Beach inn, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Matakana Village and 9 miles (15 km) of Warkworth Golf Club. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Matakana Country Park and SheepWorld.
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What's nearby

  • Snells Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Matakana Village - 10 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Omaha Beach - 17 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Sky Tower - 49 min drive - 48.3 miles

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Pierre's Sushi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crimson Coast Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Savan's Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smoke Junction BBQ - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Salty Dog Inn

Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this 3.5-star Snells Beach inn
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. There's an onsite business center.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this inn measures 1615 square feet (150 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Salty Dog Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Snells Beach inn.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 1615 sq ft of conference space
  • 150 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1994
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
Salty Dog Inn offers 14 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix.

Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Onsite bar]
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 40 per pet, per stay (maximum NZD 40 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of NZD 40
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay.

Property 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: NZD 40 per pet, per stay (maximum NZD 40 per stay) plus NZD 40 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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, debit cards, and cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Salty Dog Inn to the airport?

Salty Dog Inn is 53.5 mi (69-min drive) away from the Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Salty Dog Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Salty Dog Inn.

How close is Salty Dog Inn to the beach?

This inn is a short 7-minute walk from Snells Beach and 10.7 mi (19-min drive) from Omaha Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Salty Dog Inn offer free breakfast?

Salty Dog Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Salty Dog Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Salty Dog Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Salty Dog Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Salty Dog Inn have a pool?

Salty Dog Inn does not have a pool.

Does Salty Dog Inn have a restaurant?

Salty Dog Inn is home to Salty Dog Inn Restaurant, which features happy hour.

Does Salty Dog Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Salty Dog Inn to downtown Snells Beach?

Salty Dog Inn is 0.2 mi away from Snells Beach.

Reviews

Salty Dog Inn Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 389 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 389 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 389 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 389 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 389 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Driveway could do with some attention. Is very bumpy to drive on.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ke

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Air condition not working at night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

vicki

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy staff were very friendly and food at the restaurant was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly. Location is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicola

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We love the Salty Dog but it is definitely looking a bit like run down and in need of an upgrade. The sheets looked quite old and grubby!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very nice 👌
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Suzie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location but bathroom was shabby
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Adrianne

Traveled with family
central location, good parking
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not a bad motel but very dated and tired. Whoever thought that smooth glassed tiles on the bathroom floor was a good idea had rocks in their head, once wet they are an ice rink. The experience was let down by the poor house keeping with most of the cutlery missing, one wine glass and one sherry glass both dirty and antes on the bench.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Traveled with partner
Quite weekend away from the city
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ian

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arrived at check inn, gave my name and was given a key, showed a picture of the accommodation block show my unit and that was it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our requirements The beds were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed in poorly ventilated room.

Whilst the units were in a quiet garden setting, the unit we stayed in was not good. We had 3 adults sleeping in one room, including a shabby, tiny kitchenette. To watch TV we had to sit on the beds. After sleeping the night the walls, etc were covered in condensation - no fan or heatpump to use. The bathroom had a wetfloor shower which caused the whole room to be drenched in water everywhere. There were no towel rails, no fan or ventilation apart from a tiny window. No shelves or working area. It wasn't nice. Overall we were totally disappointed in our stay. The only plus was it was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a good place to stay! Spacious and comfortable. Just getting a bit dated with poor lighting and a lack of power points. Otherwise very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Olivia

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have been before - look it isn't 5 star but it was decent and great location-wise. Wow, did it go down in quality - so much so I will never go back. Walked into room - the smell was horrible, a damp smell near bathroom (maybe due to lack of any barrier from open shower to the carpet in hallway), and a strong smell of urine. Found it from a pillow on the bed which seeped through layers of bedding, as well as in the living room near couch. It was so noticeable there is no way someone cleaning would not have realized. Also, must be a wasp nest close cause wasp after wasp flew in. Wifi weak but manageable, overall state very 'sticky' - tables, kitchen - just overall grubby. Staff came to give another blanket when asked but also had to ask for more towels as they gave 4 when there was 5 of us. Was really happy to leave, which is an unfortunate thing to say about a short holiday at a place which was much better only a few years ago.

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Will not return - ever!

A poor experience. Good sized unit but with a very small bathroom in need of maintenance and upgrade - shower curtain arrangement. Bed was comfortable and sheets were clean but food crumbs on bench and hairs in the hand basin not a good look! Overall very tired!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Cameron

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s in a good spot
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon, Maraekakaho RD 1

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cleanliness & staff service were good, bed was comfortable, shower was great. However, don’t drink the tap water, it’s genuinely foul. Use bottled water instead. Even boiling the water didn’t help.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Amenities
Great reasonably priced hotel with good pub food on site
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025