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
Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; seafood, ocean views
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Cottage, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 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
  • Shallow Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Gros Morne National Park - 11 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Deer Lake, NL (YDF-Deer Lake Regional) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shallow Bay Motel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Neddy's Pub & Eatery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Greco Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Back Cove Cafe - ‬8 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 luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. 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.

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 10 to May 24:
  • Hot tub

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 Dec 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins on Dec 28, 2025 start from $87.74, 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 Nurse Myra Bennett Centre for the Performing Arts and St. Mary’s Botanical Garden. You'll also find Gros Morne National Park and Shallow Bay Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available 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.

Is Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins good for couples?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins.

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 443 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 443 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 443 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 443 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 443 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved Karaoke! Great views. Nice people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel fit our travel plans. It was a nice stay with a good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

AnnMarie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great view and were across from the venue we attended! Very convenient and a great breakfast the next morning
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

June D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were efficient and friendly. There was entertainment in the lounge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis and Pat

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very accomodating and helpful They wanted to please us and they did!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with beautiful scenery
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

liqun

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location and amazing view to the cove and bay from common deck and our room. Older property, but good dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They had a restaurant on site which was helpful as it was the only restaurant in the village and for several miles
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well located and maintained property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Val

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms & friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Good location for walks. Nice dining room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved being on the seashore. The hot tub was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Gros Morne Theatre. Good laundry facilities. Nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Yuen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was lovely…back door opened to a lovely view of beach. Dining options were limited to the restaurant and pub on the property….decent but not amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

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

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cabin itself was nice with view on the water and a little deck area outside to sit. Restaurant staff were very nice, the food was ok. The pizza at the pub was great. The main downside is that there is not much around the motel itself if you just want to go for a walk
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. The staff make it great. Love staying there
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025