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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
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Executive Two Bedroom Spa Bath Suite | Living area
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar

Explore the area

Map
242 Mahurangi East Road, Snells Beach, 920
  • Snells Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Algies Bay Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
  • 30.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Room (Studio)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Executive Two Bedroom Spa Bath Suite | Living area

Executive Two Bedroom Spa Bath Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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View from room

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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 kitchenettes and 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 - 7 min walk
  • Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail - 20 min walk
  • Matakana Village - 10 min drive
  • Matakana Country Park - 12 min drive
  • Omaha Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Sandspit - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Parsley Pot Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bp - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Savan's Bakery - ‬7 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.

Accommodation at this 3.5-star inn has kitchenettes with fridges and microwaves. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Hindi

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

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)

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

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
    • 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
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 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.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Salty Dog Inn Snells Beach
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Salty Dog Snells Beach
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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 24 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salty Dog Inn on 27 Mar 2025 start from NZ$137.65, 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. 115 out of 345 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 345 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 345 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 345 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 345 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mayon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it suited us, quiet, roomy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
QUIET AND CONVENIENT FOR A NIGHT STAY. IN SNELLS BEACH
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Grubby and showing it’s age
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sasawan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely place will return again soon
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all good. Solid accommodation in the budget category, I’d stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place in the town
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tuaine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the quietness around the property and the staff are super friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith, Comox

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing property, close to evverything including beach. Room was a a smidge dated, but their attention to detail was wonderful. They even had a heated mattress pad, wowsers!! Pub food was great also.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jacques

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very nice place to stay. Great when you have a dog. The attached restaurant was also handy and the food was good. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable bed value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation with lovely pub next door. Great food and service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dalet

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent, Bathroom can just do with a bit of an upgrade as it's very unattractive compared to rest of the room. The shower is also not suitable for tall people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was tidy warm and comfy. The booklet with info on local places to eat was a nice touch. I also very much appreciated the iron and ironing board.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value
Comfortable, warm, convenient accommodation - great value
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Have stayed here before and thoroughly enjoyed it, hence my return with 4 family members. The rooms are soacious and the bed enormous and comfy, clean, if a little tired. Sadly due to very antisocial neighbours, leaving two dogs unattended in the room barking for several hours until late in the evening this has put me off future stays although this is not the propertys fault. It's a shame though but we did enjoy Snell's Beach and surrounding area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
This was easy, affordable place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

joyce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024