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Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins

3.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Cow Head motel

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Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Outdoor spa tub
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; seafood, ocean views
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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193 Main Street, Cow Head, NL, A0K 2A0
  • Place, Nurse Myra Bennett Centre for the Performing Arts
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Mary’s Botanical Garden
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cow Head Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Cottage, 2 Double Beds | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Cottage, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Cow Head

Oceanside stay.Steps from the motel, you'll find Nurse Myra Bennett Centre for the Performing Arts and St. Mary’s Botanical Garden. Cow Head Wharf and Cow Head Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nurse Myra Bennett Centre for the Performing Arts - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Mary’s Botanical Garden - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cow Head Wharf - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Shallow Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Gros Morne National Park - 11 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Deer Lake, NL (YDF-Deer Lake Regional) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shallow Bay Motel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Neddy's Pub & Eatery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Greco Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Back Cove Cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Cow Head motel
As a guest of Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Cow Head motel is smoke free.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins offers 84 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Cow Head motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 10 to May 24:
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.00 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.00 per day

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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open June 01 and close August 31.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins to the airport?

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins is 73.7 mi (87-min drive) away from the Deer Lake, NL (YDF-Deer Lake Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

As of Dec 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins on Dec 28, 2025 start from $87.76, excluding 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.

Does Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins.

How close is Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins to the beach?

This motel is 1.7 mi (4-min drive) from Shallow Bay Beach.

Does Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins offer free breakfast?

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins have a pool?

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins have a restaurant?

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins is home to Bayview, which features seafood and ocean views.

Does Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins to downtown Cow Head?

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins is 0.9 mi away from Cow Head.

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 443 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 443 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 443 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 443 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 443 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved Karaoke! Great views. Nice people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel fit our travel plans. It was a nice stay with a good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

AnnMarie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great view and were across from the venue we attended! Very convenient and a great breakfast the next morning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

June D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were efficient and friendly. There was entertainment in the lounge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis and Pat

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very accomodating and helpful They wanted to please us and they did!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with beautiful scenery
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

liqun

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location and amazing view to the cove and bay from common deck and our room. Older property, but good dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They had a restaurant on site which was helpful as it was the only restaurant in the village and for several miles
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well located and maintained property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Val

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms & friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Good location for walks. Nice dining room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved being on the seashore. The hot tub was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Gros Morne Theatre. Good laundry facilities. Nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Yuen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was lovely…back door opened to a lovely view of beach. Dining options were limited to the restaurant and pub on the property….decent but not amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cabin itself was nice with view on the water and a little deck area outside to sit. Restaurant staff were very nice, the food was ok. The pizza at the pub was great. The main downside is that there is not much around the motel itself if you just want to go for a walk
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. The staff make it great. Love staying there
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025