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Curio Bay Salt House Motel

3.0 star property
Travelers start their day with a complimentary continental breakfast at this welcoming motel, where they can also enjoy reliable in-room WiFi connections

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Curio Bay Salt House Motel provides a comfortable base in Curio Bay. Guests enjoy continental breakfast each morning and can easily stay connected with in-room WiFi. The property offers practical conveniences including luggage storage and maintains smoke-free premises throughout.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio 1, Beach View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio 2, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Apartment, Beach View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Apartment, Beach View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio 3, Beach View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Curio Bay, Curio Bay Salt House Motel is on the beach. Waipapa Point Lighthouse is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Curio Bay Beach and Curio Bay Petrified Forest.
Map
517 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd, Curio Bay, 9884

What's nearby

  • McLean Falls
    McLean Falls
    36 min drive - 43.5 km
  • Curio Bay Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Curio Bay Petrified Forest
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Porpoise Bay Beach
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Catlins Lake
    49 min drive - 78.0 km

Restaurants

  • Curioscape
    8 min walk
  • Blue Cod Blues
    5 min drive
  • Niagara Cafe
    8 min drive

About this property

Curio Bay Salt House Motel

Property highlights
Curio Bay Salt House Motel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Curio Bay Salt House Motel offer comforts such as separate dining areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Separate dining areas, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Free in-room WiFi is limited to 24 hours per stay
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free for up to 24 hours per stay

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 10 for adults and NZD 10 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Outdoors

  • On the beach

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who wish to book breakfast are encouraged to contact the property before arrival to pre-book it.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 10.00 for adults and NZD 10.00 for children
  • Facilities fee: NZD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Free in-room WiFi is limited to 24 hours per stay; WiFi in public areas is also free for up to 24 hours per stay

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Curio Bay Salt House Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Curio Bay Salt House Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Curio Bay Salt House Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Curio Bay Salt House Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Curio Bay guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Curio Bay Beach and Curio Bay Petrified Forest. Porpoise Bay Beach is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

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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Reviews

Curio Bay Salt House Motel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 307 out of 376 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 376 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 376 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 376 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 376 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Unobstructed beach view. Great location, lovely room with breakfast provided. Good parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of ocean from our room, very quiet, everything was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable accommodation and view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, right on the beach with easy access into the surf! Only a short stay, but perfectly adequate facilities - and even managed to spot a few Hector’s dolphins cruising in the waves as we were checking out!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was right on the beach with a gorgeous view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
View was magnificent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spotless and had everything that we needed. The location was absolutely beautiful!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location right on the beach. Very comfortable room and the continental breakfast option was perfect for our morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff. Lovely breakfast and gorgeous views from the room ( for 2 days we could see a lot of dolphins from the terrace or our room)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view and location with a clean studio room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the beach from the accommodation and easy access to the beach for walks. Rooms are well lit so you can read at night easily with lots of power points to charge your appliances. As this place is in Curio Bay, it’s recommended to bring your own food as grocery shops and dining out options are scarce. Check in instructions were easy to follow. A relaxing stay with the bonus of location being beachfront with uninterrupted beach view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and amazing apartment
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. It was the wow factor as soon as we walked into the apartment, the view, everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breath taking view, enjoyed nibbles and drinks in the sun. The electric fry pan was a must. Very comfortable beds. A most enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful view looking out to the ocean. The studio is modern like new.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View. Comfotable. Handy to Catlins
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location and unit. Very helpful manager. Wonderful long sandy beach. Excellent bedfing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen was great. Unit was cosy and views were forever changing and beautiful. Direct access to the beach was awesome and everyone was so friendly. Easy walk to cafe and viewing platforms. Also beautiful views all around the campground.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worth every cent. My children swam with the little dolphins this morning. We will come again. As a well travelled kiwi, this is one of my favourite areas of New Zealand. But this was our first time staying at Curio Bay Salt House, and if we come again, we will check availability here first!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had a really nice view, close to beach, spotless and well-kept. Everything felt fresh. Melissa was fantastic at communicating ahead of time, making sure everything was arranged smoothly. Would happily stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The executive apartment was very large, comfortable and immaculately clean. The deck had beautiful ocean views - we saw a fur seal and penguins right from our deck. It's within walking distance of the penguin viewing area and petrified forest. It is a perfect place to enjoy Curio Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cedric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and great view of the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S J

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

A lovely place to stay.

This was alovely place to stay. Fantastic views and dolphins playing in the waves in front of the apartment.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

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

Unbeatable Location

We enjoyed our stay at Curio Bay Salt House Motel. Our room was spacious, clean, and had an amazing view of the bay. We hope to stay here again on our next trip to NZ.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Barrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the view that made the biggest impact. A few steps onto the beach and stunning sun rises. Very comfy bed and sufficient kitchen tools for basic cooking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025