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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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Exterior
Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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Indoor wedding

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

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2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Twin Room (Studio)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Studio

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Two Bedroom Spa Bath Suite | Living area | 32-inch TV with satellite channels, Netflix, streaming services

Executive Two Bedroom Spa Bath Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

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Deluxe Twin Room | 2 bedrooms, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Snells Beach

Salty Dog Inn places you within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Warkworth Golf Club and Matakana Village. Each of the 14 rooms at this 3.5-star inn includes a balcony, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Snells Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • 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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zen Den - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crimson Coast Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Honey Centre - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Savan's Bakery - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Salty Dog Inn

Inn with free parking, in the vicinity of Matakana Village
Guests of Salty Dog Inn enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center. Free parking is available if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Additional amenities include a terrace, a banquet hall, and an ATM.
32-inch TVs come with satellite channels and Netflix. Other amenities include balconies or patios, refrigerators, and microwaves.

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Guinness Sports Bar
  • Salty Dog Inn Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Crib (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 center

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 elevator
  • 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
  • Crib (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 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

  • This property welcomes pets for NZD 40 per pet, per stay (maximum NZD 40 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of NZD 40
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • 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

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Salty Dog Inn Snells Beach
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Salty Dog Inn?

Salty Dog Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to Salty Dog Inn?

This inn is located in Snells Beach, a short 20-minute walk from Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail and also 7 minutes on foot from Snells Beach. You'll also find Martins Bay and Algies Bay Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Salty Dog Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does Salty Dog Inn feature a casino?

No, Salty Dog Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Salty Dog Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is Salty Dog Inn good for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like Netflix as well as 2 bars and happy hour available.

Are there hot tubs at Salty Dog Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at this inn feature private spa tubs.

Does Salty Dog Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Salty Dog Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Salty Dog Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Salty Dog Inn for a fee of NZD 40 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Salty Dog Inn?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Salty Dog Inn?

Yes, every guestroom at Salty Dog Inn comes with a balcony with some featuring garden or mountain views.

Reviews

Salty Dog Inn Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 380 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 380 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 380 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 380 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 380 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Adrianne

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

6/10 Okay

Mike

Traveled 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

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

4/10 Poor

Ian

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

8/10 Good

Paeata

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quite comfortable, enjoyed food at pub
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Luigi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
It was value for money. Nothing special, it almost seemed like going back 20 years in time with the old Feltonmix shower rose with green corrosion lumps, and a shower curtain. Liquid soap for the vanity and the shower. The couch was uncomfortable and looked like it might fall apart. I remember when 30" was a big TV. That was in 1992. Having said that, it was fairly quiet, staff were very friendly and the food in the restaurant was excellent. If you are on a tight budget, this is fair value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Joanna

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here out of desperation due to lack of other options in the area . Not sure I Would again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Nikala

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Basic accommodation for a overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to access the beach, which was very pleasant. Checkin was easy, friendly and quick. As was checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! The hotel is very cute and the rooms are excellent. Staff are friendly and helpful. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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

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