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Salty Dog Inn

3.5 star property
Coastal getaway where travelers can play billiards during the day and relax with drinks at either of two welcoming bars when evening falls

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Located near Matakana Village, the Salty Dog Inn offers a comfortable retreat with a garden setting. Guests can access WiFi in common areas, play billiards, or visit nearby attractions like Warkworth Golf Club and Matakana Country Park. Previous visitors praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is ฿2,437
฿2,803 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/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 Single Bed

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Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

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

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Studio | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

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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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

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

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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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Located in Snells Beach, Salty Dog Inn is near the beach. Mansion House is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Matakana Country Park and Omaha Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Reptile Park. Visit our Snells Beach travel guide
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242 Mahurangi East Road, Snells Beach, 920

What's nearby

  • Little farms and orchards with oceanic bay on the background. Auckland, New Zealand
    Matakana Village
    10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Omaha Beach. Auckland, New Zealand. Aerial view.
    Omaha Beach
    16 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Sky Tower
    Sky Tower
    56 min drive - 77.3 km
  • Snells Beach
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail
    2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Salty Dog Inn

Inn near Matakana Village
Located close to Warkworth Golf Club and Matakana Country Park, Salty Dog Inn provides a terrace, a garden and 2 bars. In addition to a business centre, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A banquet hall, luggage storage and a billiards/pool table
  • Multilingual staff and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Salty Dog Inn have amenities, such as WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Hairdryers and soap
  • 32-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, fridges and microwaves

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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 are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 40 per pet, per stay (maximum NZD 40 per stay), plus a one-off cleaning fee of NZD 40
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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 at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Salty Dog Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of NZD 40 per pet, per stay. A cleaning fee of NZD 40 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salty Dog Inn on 10 May 2026 start from ฿2,437, 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.

How much is parking at Salty Dog Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Salty Dog Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Salty Dog Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Salty Dog Inn located?

Situated by the sea, this inn is within 9 mi (15 km) of Matakana Village, Warkworth Golf Club and Matakana Country Park. SheepWorld and Mansion House are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Salty Dog Inn Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 420 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 420 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 420 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 420 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 420 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Suzie

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

6/10 Okay

Adrianne

central location, good parking
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

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

10/10 Excellent

Tuaine

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nicola

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property has definitely gone downhill since my last stay. In need of a refurbishment and some TLC. Good location with excellent 4 Square next door.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! The hotel is very cute and the rooms are excellent. Staff are friendly and helpful. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paeata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quite comfortable, enjoyed food at pub
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy Inn near the beach

It was a great English style hotel. The room was spacious and comfortable. We ate dinner at the restaurant and found the food to be delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay

Great facilities, comfortable room, convenient location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Barry

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

6/10 Okay

Cameron

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s in a good spot
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, although walls are very thing. Food and staff lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to access the beach, which was very pleasant. Checkin was easy, friendly and quick. As was checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaneel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good accessible location if you have a vehicle. They have a restaurant and bar which is handy. Generally clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025