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Curio Bay Salt House Motel

★★★ 517 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd, Curio Bay, 9884, Curio Bay, NZ

9.6 guest rating· 107 reviews

About this hotel

Beachfront Accommodation

Stay at Curio Bay Salt House Motel for a beachfront escape. Enjoy breathtaking views and easy access to Curio Bay Beach and Petrified Forest.

Comfortable Amenities

Relax in our guestrooms equipped with modern conveniences like flat-screen TVs, complimentary toiletries, and free Wi-Fi. Plus, enjoy the convenience of free self parking during your stay.

Explore the Area

Discover nearby attractions such as Waipapa Point Lighthouse and Cathedral Caves, offering plenty of opportunities for adventure and sightseeing.

Experience the beauty of Curio Bay at Curio Bay Salt House Motel!

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Studio 2, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

Sleeps 5 · 2× Queen Bed, Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>Patio with beach views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi (24 hours per stay) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and mobile key entry</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping, bed sheets not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Executive Apartment, Beach View

Sleeps 4 · King bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Private bathroom (not in room)
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • TV

<p><strong>2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>Balcony with beach views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi (24 hours per stay) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Detached private bathroom, separate bathtub and shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Washer/dryer, iron/ironing board, and mobile key entry</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Studio 1, Beach View

Sleeps 3 · Queen Bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>Patio with beach views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi (24 hours per stay) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and mobile key entry; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping, bed sheets not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Studio 3, Beach View

Sleeps 2 · Queen Bed

  • Kitchenette
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>Overlooking the beach</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Living room and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi (24 hours per stay) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with microwave, cookware/dishware, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and mobile key entry</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Heating</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping, bed sheets not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property

Location

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517 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd, Curio Bay, 9884, Curio Bay, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.6107 reviews

+ Stunning views+ Clean and modern rooms
Cleanliness9.8
Service10.0
Location9.7
Room Quality9.8
Amenities9.2
Value for Money9.3

Stunning view

10.0

The views from this studio were stunning. The room modern and spotless. Beautiful sunrise if you’re up in time!

Deborah · 2025-09-20

Guest review

10.0

Beautiful spot on the beach. Ideal for a short stay in the Catlins.

Catherine Grace · 2025-09-20

Guest review

10.0

It was the warmest motel we have stayed in . We heard penguins in the night. The sea was so close . With surfers to watch for entertainment 😊loved it , thankyou!

Lee · 2025-08-25

Guest review

10.0

Very clean, well equipped apartment right on the beach, surrounded by nature. Such a lovely place to recoup for a couple of nights.

Ruth · 2025-08-24

Guest review

10.0

Great location

les · 2025-06-29

Unbeatable Location

10.0

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.

Tommy · 2025-05-13

Good to know

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

Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

›Pets

Pets not allowed

›Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

›General

Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

›Children and extra beds

No rollaway/extra beds available

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-out is available

›General

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

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Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

›General

Cashless transactions are available

›General

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

›General

Staff wears personal protective equipment

›General

Temperature checks are available to guests

›General

Property follows sanitization practices of Intertek Cristal (3rd party expert - Global)

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Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

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Property is cleaned with disinfectant

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Reservation might be required for some facilities onsite

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Social distancing measures are in place

›General

Professional property host/manager

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-in is available

›Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

›General

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

›General

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

›Pets

Service animals are allowed

›General

Masks are compulsory at the property