Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Gros Morne National Park

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Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
193 Main Street, Cow Head, NL, A0K 2A0
  • Nurse Myra Bennett Centre for the Performing Arts
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • St. Mary’s Botanical Garden
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Shallow Bay Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

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Room options

Cottage, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Cow Head

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins places you next to Nurse Myra Bennett Centre for the Performing Arts and St. Mary’s Botanical Garden. This 3.5-star motel welcomes guests with 84 rooms and conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a gym.

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Back Cove Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Back Cove Cafe & Craft Shop - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wings and Tings - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Greco Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Valleyview Restaurant & Gas Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins

Motel with free parking, near Gros Morne National Park
Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins offers a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Other amenities at this golf motel include a hot tub, meeting rooms, and conference space.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and pillow menus ensure a restful night. Other amenities include coffee makers, phones, and ironing boards.
A seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Bayview
  • Neddys Pub and Eatery

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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.00 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.00 per day

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from June 01 to August 31.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

As of Jun 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins on Jun 20, 2025 start from $125.1, 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.

What is there to do close to Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

This motel is located in Cow Head and just steps from St. Mary’s Botanical Garden and Nurse Myra Bennett Centre for the Performing Arts. You'll also find Gros Morne National Park and Shallow Bay Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins feature a casino?

No, Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The seasonal pool will be open from June 01 until August 31.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as a bar and an ocean-view restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

Yes, this motel has a spa tub.

Does Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins serves breakfast for a surcharge at Bayview.

Will Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins though service animals are welcome.

Does Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

No, at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 214 out of 388 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 388 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 388 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 388 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 388 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was short here, but a good one. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is great!!! Restaurant is so good. My family stayed here twice and loved it, best sleep ever. The pictures online need to be updated because the rooms look better in person. Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a waterfront room that was nice but there were many spiders around the door going to that area. Food was delicious, room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the fact that you could park right outside your room..only thing i dint like was it wasnt explained at reception
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You will be pleasantly surprised by your stay here. They really need to update their pictures online because the room looks so much better in person. The restaurant had a very nice view and the food was delicious. Stay here if you can
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

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

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restful stay, excellent restaurant and very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024