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Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star golf motel near Gros Morne National Park

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A wooden cabin with a hot tub and a view of the water.
A coastal building complex with multiple structures, a rocky shoreline, and a backdrop of mountains.
A dining area with tables set for service, large windows with a view of the sea, and a patterned carpet.
A coastal landscape with a wooden fence, grassy foreground, and a view of the sea and distant mountains under a clear sky.
A swimming pool with a view of the sea.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • 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, Cow Head Wharf
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Gros Morne National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a television, and a fireplace.

Cottage, 2 Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Cow Head

Oceanside stay.Stay at this Cow Head motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nurse Myra Bennett Centre for the Performing Arts and 2 miles (3 km) of Gros Morne National Park. Cow Head Wharf and Cow Head Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nurse Myra Bennett Centre for the Performing Arts - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cow Head Wharf - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Shallow Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Gros Morne National Park - 9 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Lobster Cove Head Lighthouse - 43 min drive - 56.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Neddy's Pub & Eatery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Greco Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gros Morne Gas Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins

3.5-star golf motel near Gros Morne National Park
As a guest of Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Cow Head motel is smoke free.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins offers 84 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Cow Head motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.00 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.00 per day

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; cash is not accepted
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open June 01 and close August 31.

Property class

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins to the airport?

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins is 73.7 mi (87-min drive) away from the Deer Lake, NL (YDF-Deer Lake Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Sept 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins on Oct 1, 2026 start from CA $120, 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 Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins.

How close is Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins to the beach?

This motel is 1.7 mi (4-min drive) from Shallow Bay Beach.

Does Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins offer free breakfast?

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins have a pool?

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins have a restaurant?

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins is home to Bayview, which features seafood and ocean views.

Does Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins to downtown Cow Head?

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins is 0.9 mi away from Cow Head.

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 300 out of 522 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 522 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 522 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 522 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 522 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely place to stay and take in the local sites
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bar/pub on the property was a real pleasure to have a few drinks at and chat with locals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay on the west coast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly, restaurant food was delicious, shower had great water pressure and very hot water
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent on-site restaurant. Friendly staff. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice motel on the water. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hilde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. If you choose the BnB options, breakfast is provided. Theatre is across the road and very walkable. Sweet little town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was good and reasonable. Clean and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient place along the Viking way. Good place to watch the sunset.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! The cabins are quiet, well equipped, and comfortable. The pub is cozy. The restaurant breakfast was fantastic. Helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a wonderful stay. Staff were very sweet and amazingly helpful. The cabin was cute. Bed super comfy! The hot tub wasn’t working which is why we wanted to come and the rail on our cabin needs to be fixed but overall, I loved everything about our weekend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Gale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adjoining rest was very good. Nice views. Could walk outside easily. Outside door access to room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We greatly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gisele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and beds comfortable. It would be nice to add a microwave in room to add to the traveler's comfort. But there is a fridge and coffee maker. A microwave would be nice for tea drinkers.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Great little place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our visit and would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Val

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfectly located room. The staff were so helpful. The hot tub wasn’t available. That was a slight disappointment. I was really looking forward to that.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
This property was super busy eith tour groups. The staff were friendly and helpful. The room had wonderful beds but otherwise was a pretty normal hotel room with carpeted floors, a coffee maker and fridge. Disappointed that the hot tub, pool and sauna were closed for the season. The pool is outdoors so understandable but the hot tub should have been functional.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff, great location and the views are amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

desmond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and good for the whole family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024