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Salty Dog Inn

3.5 star property
Inn with free parking, in the vicinity of Matakana Village

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026

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
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Twin Room (Studio)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio

Studio

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Fridge
TV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Snells Beach

At Salty Dog Inn, you'll be 9.1 km (5.6 mi) from Matakana Village and 10.4 km (6.5 mi) from Warkworth Golf Club. Highlights at this inn include 2 bars/lounges and in-room balconies. .The restaurant, Salty Dog Inn Restaurant, is open for dinner. Guinness Sports Bar is the inn's own sports bar, serving drinks along with light fare. 1615 square feet (150 square metres) of event facilities include conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Snells Beach inn include SheepWorld and Matakana Country Park.
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What's nearby

  • Snells Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Matakana Village - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Omaha Beach - 16 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 57 min drive - 78.0 km

Getting around

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 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

Inn with free parking, in the vicinity of Matakana Village
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 centre.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this inn measures 1615 square feet (150 square metres) 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
Salty Dog Inn offers 14 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix.

Fridges and microwaves are provided. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Guinness Sports Bar
  • Salty Dog Inn Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 1,615 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1994
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

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 and check-out are 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 per cent 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 alternative 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay.

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 a one-off NZD 40 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 per cent

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 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
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. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all 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

What is the cancellation policy at Salty Dog Inn?

Salty Dog Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 18 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salty Dog Inn on 14 Jan 2026 start from AU$154.53, 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 Salty Dog Inn?

Yep, Salty Dog Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Salty Dog Inn?

Yep, Salty Dog Inn is a short 7-minute walk from Snells Beach.

What makes Salty Dog Inn a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Salty Dog Inn.

Is Salty Dog Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Salty Dog Inn is a hit with families.

Does Salty Dog Inn serve breakfast?

Sure does, breakfast is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Salty Dog Inn?

No, Salty Dog Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Salty Dog Inn?

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

Salty Dog Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 392 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

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

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

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

6/10 Okay

Suzie

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

6/10 Okay

Adrianne

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

6/10 Okay

Mike

Travelled 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

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

4/10 Poor

Ian

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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