Salty Dog Inn

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

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Exterior
Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom | View from room
2 bars/lounges, sports bar
View from room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
242 Mahurangi East Road, Snells Beach, 920
  • Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Matakana Village
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Omaha Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room (Studio)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Two Bedroom Spa Bath Suite

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

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 646 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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.

What's nearby

  • Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Sandspit Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Matakana Village - 12 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Matakana Country Park - 14 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Omaha Beach - 25 min drive - 12.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Sandspit - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Parsley Pot Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bp - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Savan's Bakery - ‬7 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. 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
  • 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.

Languages

English, Hindi

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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

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
  • 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.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Salty Dog Inn?

As of May 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salty Dog Inn on Jun 10, 2025 start from $84.19, 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 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.

Salty Dog Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 368 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 368 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 368 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 368 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 368 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin J

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

Cozy Inn near the beach

It was a great English style hotel. The room was spacious and comfortable. We ate dinner at the restaurant and found the food to be delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

G

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaneel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good accessible location if you have a vehicle. They have a restaurant and bar which is handy. Generally clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mayon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it suited us, quiet, roomy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sophie

Traveled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

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

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, quite and safe
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, although walls are very thing. Food and staff lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Erroll

Liked: Staff & service
Units needed work. Tenants in unit over head were very noisy and kept us up. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

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

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Rie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Middle of town, so it was convenient for us!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like this property. The rooms are big and very comfortable. The only thing we were disappointed about was because it being Christmas Day on our first morning our room was not serviced and we had no dry towels or clean washcloths on our 2nd morning. We understand the holiday problem but fresh towels could have been left for us. Other than that all was good and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Barry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
QUIET AND CONVENIENT FOR A NIGHT STAY. IN SNELLS BEACH
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved this quaint british-style pub and hotel. Its a bit old school but that definintely adds to the charm. The nearby sculture garden is also a fun stop worth the time, as it feels pretty unique to wander through the primordial forest looking at scultures planted around...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What l like is already mentioned in the boxes above but just one thing I didn't like about the room we were in, no fan or ventilation system in the shower to get rid of the steam and clear the mirror. Otherwise everything else is great 👍☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Grubby and showing it’s age
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big room, quiet and clean. Friendly helpful staff and quite a good restaurant all at a reasonable price. Glad I stopped
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sasawan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely place will return again soon
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all good. Solid accommodation in the budget category, I’d stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place in the town
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024