Title: Salty Dog Inn Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6338885&destination=Snells+Beach%2C+Auckland+Region%2C+New+Zealand&selected=9679583&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Salty Dog Inn Coastal getaway where travelers can play billiards during the day and relax with drinks at either of two welcoming bars when evening falls ## Photo gallery for Salty Dog Inn ![Property grounds - Salty Dog Inn (Snells Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679583/a09b6ee1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Salty Dog Inn (Snells Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679583/e2075f35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds - Salty Dog Inn (Snells Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679583/7e99d495.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![ Executive Two Bedroom Spa Bath Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds - Salty Dog Inn (Snells Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679583/2a866da6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Salty Dog Inn (Snells Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679583/6300c70d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available - Business services ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=9679583&PinnedHotelID=9679583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=9679583&PinnedHotelID=9679583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=9679583&PinnedHotelID=9679583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=9679583&PinnedHotelID=9679583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=9679583&PinnedHotelID=9679583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=9679583&PinnedHotelID=9679583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=9679583&PinnedHotelID=9679583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=9679583&PinnedHotelID=9679583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 2 beds 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Twin Room (Studio) ![Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679583/2fa31e69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room (Studio) 9.0 Wonderful 9 reviews - Garden view - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom ![Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679583/698f10d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom 9.0 Wonderful 9 reviews - Garden view - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Studio ![Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679583/8524a9c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio 7.8 Good 20 reviews - Garden view - 323 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679583/bfe9cefa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms - 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[Visit our Snells Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Snells-Beach.dx6338885) [View more Inns in Auckland](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Inns.d178233-aaInns.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-36.41783%2C174.72397&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jQUOkZx1RPghayQu9nT5KmC_5ic=) 242 Mahurangi East Road, Snells Beach, 920 ### What's nearby - ![Little farms and orchards with oceanic bay on the background. Auckland, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6246134/581968e2-3716-4004-9a19-ccc430702a12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Matakana Village 10 min drive \- 6.8 miles - ![Omaha Beach. Auckland, New Zealand. Aerial view.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150809/7f99a87d-9a31-4bd9-a036-f57723515373.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Omaha Beach 16 min drive \- 11.7 miles - ![Sky Tower which includes a city, modern architecture and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055180/2df20c5b-8114-4c5a-a015-62b6f4cdf8c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sky Tower 56 min drive \- 48.1 miles - Snells Beach 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail 2 min drive \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) 69 min drive ### Restaurants - St Pierre's Sushi 8 min drive - Smoke Junction BBQ 9 min drive - Pete & Mary's Eatery 7 min drive - Savan's Bakery 7 min drive - Honey Centre 11 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 center, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - A billiards/pool table, luggage storage, and a banquet hall - ATM/banking services and multilingual staff - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Salty Dog Inn offer amenities such as WiFi. 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ATM - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Business services - 1,615 square feet of conference space - Business center ### 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 elevator - 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 - Crib (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 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 allowed for an extra charge of NZD 40 per pet, per stay (maximum NZD 40 per stay), plus a one-time 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 at the number on the booking confirmation ### 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 - 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 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, 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as Salty Dog Inn Snells Beach Salty Dog Inn Salty Dog Snells Beach Salty Dog Inn Inn Salty Dog Inn Snells Beach Salty Dog Inn Inn Snells Beach ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Salty Dog Inn pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Salty Dog Inn? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Salty Dog Inn? ### What time is check-out at Salty Dog Inn? ### Where is Salty Dog Inn located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Salty Dog Inn Reviews 8.0 ### Very Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.2 Location ### 8.2 Staff & service ### 7.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 137 8 - Good 162 6 - Okay 88 4 - Poor 24 2 - Terrible 7 ## Reviews Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Karen Dec 26, 2025 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. ##### Karen Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria Jan 24, 2026 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. ##### Maria Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Steve Dec 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was great. ##### Steve Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Suzie Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff are friendly. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1c6c6004-dc8e-4394-88e0-6497a5f6e8b0-1759697881834.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/53a1a555-cb91-409c-8610-be1d4b0036ca-1759697881121.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/235e5b62-0ce0-4a21-b630-9f855259955b-1759697881673.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Suzie Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Wayne Nov 10, 2025 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. ##### Wayne Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### vicki Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and tidy staff were very friendly and food at the restaurant was lovely ##### vicki Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzie Jul 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff were friendly. Location is great. ##### Suzie Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Nicola Apr 4, 2025 Liked: Amenities Great reasonably priced hotel with good pub food on site ##### Nicola Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Adrianne Jun 15, 2025 central location, good parking ##### Adrianne Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Nicola Oct 26, 2025 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. ##### Nicola Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trevor Apr 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great staff very helpful great food and rooms ##### Trevor Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tuaine Nov 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Love the quietness around the property and the staff are super friendly ##### Tuaine Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannah Mar 3, 2025 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! ##### Hannah Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Michael Sep 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location and affordable. ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon Sep 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great accommodation with lovely pub next door. Great food and service. ##### Sharon Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Paeata Apr 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Quite comfortable, enjoyed food at pub ##### Paeata Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin J Feb 27, 2025 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. ##### Colin J Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Cameron Apr 20, 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities It’s in a good spot ##### Cameron Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Barry Dec 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities QUIET AND CONVENIENT FOR A NIGHT STAY. IN SNELLS BEACH ##### Barry Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comfortable stay Great facilities, comfortable room, convenient location, friendly staff ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### John Mar 13, 2025 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. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shaneel Feb 23, 2025 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 ##### Shaneel Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Jane Oct 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Parking was a bit far away from the unit, especially for my husband who has mobility issues. Also there were broken bottles on the driveway so concerned about security of car. Units were very clean and the bed was a king size so that was great. Inside kitchen and bathroom units were a bit tired. Kitchen was a bit under supplied with equipment ##### Jane Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine P Aug 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great value Comfortable, warm, convenient accommodation - great value ##### Catherine P Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Lindsay Oct 10, 2024 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. 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