Salty Dog Inn

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Warkworth Golf Club and Matakana Village, 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.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is ¥10,717
¥12,341 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21

Room options

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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

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

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

Studio

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

Twin Room (Studio)

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

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

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

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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920, Snells Beach, 242 Mahurangi East Road

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a vineyard with neatly arranged rows of grapevines, surrounded by rolling hills and a distant coastline.
    Matakana Village
    11 min drive - 11.3 km
  • A coastal town with a beach, green hills, and a clear blue sea.
    Omaha Beach
    24 min drive - 20.2 km
  • A beach with waves, people, and a distant town.
    Orewa Beach
    32 min drive - 48.3 km
  • Snells Beach
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Matakana Country Park
    13 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)
    69 min drive

Restaurants

  • St Pierre's Sushi
    8 min drive
  • The Bridgehouse Lodge
    7 min drive
  • Fired Pizza Company
    13 min drive
  • The Coffee Club
    8 min drive
  • Savan's Bakery
    7 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, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
    • ATM/banking services and a banquet hall
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Salty Dog Inn offer amenities such as WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and fans
    • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
    • Hair dryers and soap
    • 32-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
    • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Guinness Sports Bar
  • Salty Dog Inn Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Crib (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 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

Property class

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 Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Salty Dog Inn on Aug 20, 2026 start from ¥10,717, 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?

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?

Check-out 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 select 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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