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Salty Dog Inn

Property class: 3.5

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A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a covered outdoor area.
A banquet hall with multiple tables set for dining, a stage at the front, and a high ceiling with modern lighting.
A bar with a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.
A classic black car parked in front of a modern white house with multiple levels and blue roofs.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a well-maintained lawn and distant hills.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Explore the area

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242 Mahurangi East Road, Snells Beach, 920
  • Place, Snells Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Matakana Village
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Omaha Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin Room (Studio)

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a view of the outside.

Twin Room (Studio)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the outdoors.

Studio

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

A modern kitchen with a built-in sink, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a red sofa.

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the sea.

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single 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
  • Matakana Village - 11 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Matakana Country Park - 13 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Omaha Beach - 24 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Orewa Beach - 32 min drive - 48.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Honey Centre - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪8 Wired Barrelworks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪St Pierre's Sushi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fired Pizza Company - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Salty Dog Inn

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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 fire extinguisher and 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 fire extinguisher and 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).

Property class

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 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salty Dog Inn on 19 Oct 2026 start from NZ$146, 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. 139 out of 426 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 426 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 426 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 426 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 426 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and the price good. The main drive could do with some remedial work but overall very satisfied and would happily stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodation, close to supermarket, take away options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area is ok but the room is on the dirty side
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and the staff were friendly and efficient
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice, spacious, comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It is a well appointed space and roomy! Very conveniently sited in Snells Beach. I’m sure we will stay there again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room and balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
PROPERTY IS OLD AND NEEDS SOME TLC. FOOD AT THE RESTAURANT WAS VERY AVERAGE.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
Great reasonably priced hotel with good pub food on site
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The place was clean the surf was friendly and it was well set up to accommodate my accessible needs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great accommodation, fantastic food, we’ll definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff very helpful great food and rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
This was easy, affordable place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely place will return again soon
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly. Location is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025