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Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins

3.5 star property
3.5-star golf motel near Gros Morne National Park

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Gym

Explore the area

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193 Main Street, Cow Head, NL, A0K 2A0
  • St. Mary’s Botanical Garden
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cow Head Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Shallow Bay Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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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

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

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 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
(23 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. Gros Morne National Park and Cow Head Wharf 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
  • Cow Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Shallow Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

About this property

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins

3.5-star golf motel near Gros Morne National Park
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
  • 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

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 Aug 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins on Sep 9, 2025 start from $101.88, 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. 230 out of 413 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 413 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 413 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 413 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 413 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here one night on our way to St. Anthony and L'anse aux Meadows. Our cabin was very clean and everything was in good working order; the cabin itself appeared to be very new. Owners and staff are friendly and helpful. It was the best accommodation we had on our NL visit. Cow Head is in a really nice coastal setting with a Clover Farm grocery store and a beautiful Parks Canada Beach a short drive away.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Excellent great meals
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirly, Belleville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and seamless. The restaurant has good food and the room is clean and the beds are nice! Looking forward to a good sleep tonight after our long travels.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

agnes

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Access to gros morne, the local beach, port au choix, arches provincial park. Amazing food at the restaurant. My favourites were pan fried cod and fried chicken
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly including the property manager who was always there to greet us. Room was large, bed very comfortable, ocean view was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are always great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was lovely. Had a lobster dinner in their restaurant…was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff, great location and the views are amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

james, Rocky harbour

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well managed and beautiful staff. Great experience and would recommend to all.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved Our Stay

A beautiful motel with a bar and famiily restaurant on site. The staff and owner were friendly, couldn't ask for better service! The motel is situated on the water, we had stunning sunset views!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

myung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We picked this motel because of it's location to Gros Morne National Park and it was hosting the Fall Festival Special dinner in the restaurant that night. In addition we had tickets for the local evening Festival show at a venue within walking distance. I paid extra for an ocean view room. We did have this but it was looking through a tall chain link fence around the closed outdoor pool. Our room was very small, with a single double bed for sleeping. Unfortunately the room was set up with the bed fastened against one wall so that I basically had to crawl over my partner to get out. There was a small fridge but no microwave. Fortunately the restaurant was very good for dinner and breakfast. I definitely feel the room was not good value for what we paid .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice ocean view off balcony
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an ocean view room and the view was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lorna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Review

Our stay was great. Friendly staff. Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rita

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Q
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lloyd

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location and clean and staffs are friendly but the place is old and need some upgrades
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The ocean view room was very pleasant and the staff was helpful and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024