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Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Gros Morne National Park

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Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; seafood, ocean views
Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Outdoor spa tub
Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins offers an oceanfront escape with an 18-hole golf course nearby. Enjoy a sauna and steam room for relaxation. Bayview restaurant serves seafood with ocean views, and the pool area has loungers for sunbathing.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Ocean View

Standard Room, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Cottage, 2 Double Beds

Cottage, 2 Double Beds | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Cottage, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
193 Main Street, Cow Head, NL, A0K 2A0

What's nearby

  • Nurse Myra Bennett Centre for the Performing Arts - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Mary’s Botanical Garden - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cow Head Wharf - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Cow Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Shallow Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Shallow Bay Motel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Neddy's Pub & Eatery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Back Cove Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Greco Pizza - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins

Motel near Gros Morne National Park
At Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins, you can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. The on-site seafood restaurant, Bayview, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A billiards/pool table, a 24-hour front desk, and barbecue grills
  • Smoke-free premises, ATM/banking services, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 84 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and phones

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Bayview
  • Neddys Pub and Eatery

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.00 per day

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June 01 to August 31

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

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

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins on Dec 3, 2025 start from $85.65, 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.

Is Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins located?

Situated in Cow Head, this golf motel is steps from Nurse Myra Bennett Centre for the Performing Arts and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Gros Morne National Park. St. Mary’s Botanical Garden and Cow Head Wharf are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Shallow Bay Motel & Cabins Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 443 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 443 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 443 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 443 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 443 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

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

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

6/10 Okay

liqun

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location and amazing view to the cove and bay from common deck and our room. Older property, but good dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. The staff make it great. Love staying there
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They had a restaurant on site which was helpful as it was the only restaurant in the village and for several miles
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Great little place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dayna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. A great restaurant and lovely views of the water.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Gros Morne Theatre. Good laundry facilities. Nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The solitude. It was very peaceful and the view of the water was very nice. The inside of the cabins were very rustic looking and very appealing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

KENICHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good vibes with quiet place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Suzette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient entry to room, parked right outside room door. Clean room, restaurant attached and theatre across the street. Recommend for a one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are always great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Gorgeous ocean sunsets through our window, and The Arches is just up the road.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and there was a dinner theater across the street and a restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fronie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and the hotel was very clean . The food at the hotel Restaurant was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean and comfortable, friendly staff and good food
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well managed and beautiful staff. Great experience and would recommend to all.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The ocean view room was very pleasant and the staff was helpful and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

Loved Our Stay

A beautiful motel with a bar and famiily restaurant on site. The staff and owner were friendly, couldn't ask for better service! The motel is situated on the water, we had stunning sunset views!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an ocean view room and the view was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Across the street from the theatre makes this super convenient. Good food and service at the restaurant as well
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean, comfortable stay. Convenient restaurant on site. Beautiful sunset view.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the pool and hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023