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Curio Bay Salt House Motel

Property class: 3

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A balcony with wicker furniture overlooking a beach.
A modern two-story house with a flat roof, large windows, and a satellite dish.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the beach through a sliding glass door.
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean and hills.
A spacious living area with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a television. A kitchen is visible in the background, and large windows offer a view of the beach.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept

Explore the area

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517 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd, Curio Bay, 9884
  • Place, Curio Bay Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Curio Bay Petrified Forest
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Porpoise Bay Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio 1, Beach View

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, two chairs, and a view of the beach.

Studio 1, Beach View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio 2, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the beach through a sliding glass door.

Studio 2, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Executive Apartment, Beach View

A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark knitted throw, and folded towels.

Executive Apartment, Beach View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Studio 3, Beach View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

Studio 3, Beach View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Curio Bay

At Curio Bay Salt House Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Curio Bay Beach and Curio Bay Petrified Forest. Highlights at this beachfront guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This beach guest house has free WiFi in public areas and luggage storage. Each morning continental breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Curio Bay guest house include Porpoise Bay Beach and Cathedral Caves.
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What's nearby

  • Curio Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Curio Bay Petrified Forest - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Porpoise Bay Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Waipapa Point Lighthouse - 27 min drive - 34.2 km
  • McLean Falls - 44 min drive - 45.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Cod Blues - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Niagara Cafe - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Curio Bay Salt House Motel

WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Curio Bay guest house is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Curio Bay Salt House Motel offers 4 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Free in-room WiFi is limited to 24 hours per stay
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free for up to 24 hours per stay

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 10 for adults and NZD 10 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • On the beach

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests must contact the property for check-in information

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Guests who wish to book breakfast are encouraged to contact the property before arrival to pre-book it.

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 10.00 for adults and from NZD 10.00 for children
  • Facilities fee: NZD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Free in-room WiFi is limited to 24 hours per stay. WiFi in public areas is also free for up to 24 hours per stay.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Curio Bay Salt House

Curio Bay Salt House Curio Bay

Curio Bay Salt House Motel Curio Bay

Curio Bay Salt House Motel Guesthouse

Curio Bay Salt House Motel Guesthouse Curio Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Curio Bay Salt House Motel?

Curio Bay Salt House Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Curio Bay Salt House Motel?

As of 12 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Curio Bay Salt House Motel on 13 Sept 2026 start from AU$178, including 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.

Is parking available at Curio Bay Salt House Motel?

Yep, Curio Bay Salt House Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Curio Bay Salt House Motel?

Yep, Curio Bay Salt House Motel is a short 3-minute walk from Curio Bay Beach.

Does Curio Bay Salt House Motel serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Curio Bay Salt House Motel?

No, Curio Bay Salt House Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Curio Bay Salt House Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Curio Bay Salt House Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Curio Bay Salt House Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 380 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 380 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 380 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 380 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 380 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This accommodation is excellent, great location and very spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing place to stay, lovely to wake up to the rough sea just outside. Room was perfect, very comfortable. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view and so spacious and warm
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of ocean from our room, very quiet, everything was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was awesome looking out the windows directly at the sea- especially when the dolphins were out playing!! We had everything we needed in the small kitchen for our stay. The bed was nice and comfy. A great place to stay!!
Looking out the window
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheng Huat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in front of the beach. Beautiful house. Easy check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable accommodation and view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, large comfortable apartment
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Unobstructed beach view. Great location, lovely room with breakfast provided. Good parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, right on the beach with easy access into the surf! Only a short stay, but perfectly adequate facilities - and even managed to spot a few Hector’s dolphins cruising in the waves as we were checking out!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Merry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was right on the beach with a gorgeous view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location right on the beach. Very comfortable room and the continental breakfast option was perfect for our morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with a beautiful view and very helpful manager
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
View was magnificent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great kitchen, clean, amazing view and grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spotless and had everything that we needed. The location was absolutely beautiful!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff. Lovely breakfast and gorgeous views from the room ( for 2 days we could see a lot of dolphins from the terrace or our room)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and amazing apartment
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view and location with a clean studio room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

les

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Modern, clean, cosy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mavis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, lovely place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here every year so peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here at least once a year one of my favourite places to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beach location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022