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Salty Dog Inn

3.5 star property
Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this 3.5-star Snells Beach inn

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom
Exterior
Executive Two Bedroom Spa Bath Suite

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

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 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

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

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Studio

Studio

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Twin Room (Studio)

  • Sleeps 3

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

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Deluxe Twin Room

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 Twin Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Snells Beach

Seaside stay .At this Snells Beach inn, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Matakana Village and 9 miles (15 km) of Warkworth Golf Club. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Matakana Country Park and SheepWorld.
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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 Intl. Airport (AKL) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Pierre's Sushi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Honey Centre - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Bridgehouse Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zen Den - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Salty Dog Inn

Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this 3.5-star Snells Beach 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 center.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this inn measures 1615 square feet (150 square meters) 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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
Salty Dog Inn offers 14 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix.

Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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
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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay.

Property 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 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 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, 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 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, 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. 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 each 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).

National rating

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

How close is Salty Dog Inn to the airport?

Salty Dog Inn is 53.5 mi (69-min drive) away from the Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Salty Dog Inn?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salty Dog Inn on Jun 15, 2026 start from CA $85, 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.

Does Salty Dog Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Salty Dog Inn.

How close is Salty Dog Inn to the beach?

This inn is a short 7-minute walk from Snells Beach and 10.7 mi (19-min drive) from Omaha Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Salty Dog Inn offer free breakfast?

Salty Dog Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Salty Dog Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Salty Dog Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Salty Dog Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Salty Dog Inn have a pool?

Salty Dog Inn does not have a pool.

Does Salty Dog Inn have a restaurant?

Salty Dog Inn is home to Salty Dog Inn Restaurant, which features happy hour.

Does Salty Dog Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Salty Dog Inn to downtown Snells Beach?

Salty Dog Inn is 0.2 mi away from Snells Beach.

Salty Dog Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 422 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 422 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 422 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 422 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 422 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonia

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

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl

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

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

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

8/10 Good

Elaine

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

10/10 Excellent

Joan

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

8/10 Good

Karen

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

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Bathroom was in poor condition, cups in kitchenette were dirty. Food was good in the pub.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve

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

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful staff & a nice clean room. Large bed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A clean room with everything we needed incl a kitchenette. Easy checkin and checkout. It was a saterday night so there were a few roudy guests.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacques

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

6/10 Okay

Ann

Parking was safe. Room looked onto the parking area. It was not very private. You needed to keep the curtains closed. The shower area was not very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vicki

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Suzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wilhelmina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicola

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzie

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

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Who can complain about a hotel connected to an Irish Pub. Accommodations were suitable and convenient. Staff was friendly and helpful - dinner at the Pub was very good - and super convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness
the room need paint and wallpaper and need new carpert
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025