Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent seaside location and sea/marina views
Very friendly, helpful staff who go above and beyond
Good restaurant and food with GF/vegetarian options
Clean, comfortable beds and well-presented rooms (for many)
Bar/cocktails and buzzing atmosphere
Convenient parking opposite the hotel (when available)
Cons:
Some small or hot/noisy rooms (fan/generator noise) and occasional lack of drinking water
No lift / steep stairs and limited help with luggage
Parking can be difficult on busy street at times
Inconsistent room sizes/standards (some high-spec, some cramped)
A few pricing concerns (e.g., drinks) reported

Categories

Cleanliness
8.8
Multiple guests praised immaculate rooms and crisp, clean bedding; overall cleanliness is frequently noted as a strength.
Service
9.3
Staff repeatedly described as friendly, helpful and going above and beyond (manager called out by name); isolated comment about an impolite server and limited luggage assistance noted.
Location
9.6
Consistently described as a brilliant/ideal seaside location with lovely harbour/marina/sea views; proximity to attractions and parking across the road praised.
Room Quality
7.2
Mixed comments: some guests had high-spec, spacious sea-view rooms, others reported small or very hot rooms, noisy fans/generator and limited in-room amenities (no drinking water in one report).
Amenities
6.5
Good on-site restaurant, bar and some rooms with kitchens; shortcomings include no lift/steep stairs, occasional noise (generator), and occasional missing kitchen items that were later supplied.
Value for Money
6.9
Many guests felt the price was good or the hotel offered great value, though a few commented on specific price issues (drink pricing, perceived price due to location).
Food and Beverage
8.7
Food and restaurant receive positive mentions (great food, nice lunch, good breakfast with gluten-free/vegetarian options); cocktails and bar atmosphere also praised.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall impressions are strongly positive with many recommendations and repeat-stay comments; minor negatives (noise, small rooms, parking/stairs) temper an otherwise very good experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-07 22:35

Property Description

Stunning Seaside Boutique Accommodation
Located just a short stroll from Bangor Marina, The Salty Dog offers elegant rooms with sea views, flat-screen TVs, and en suite bathrooms.

Award-Winning Restaurant
Indulge in delicious meals from breakfast to dinner at the fantastic on-site restaurant, featuring charming bistro decor and a lovely outdoor terrace overlooking the Irish Sea.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, nearby free parking, and a 24-hour front desk for all your needs during your stay.

Ready to experience seaside luxury at The Salty Dog? Book now to secure your unforgettable stay.

Important information:

Please note that we are currently going through room renovation. We apologize for the inconvenience.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 632 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.8
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 7.2
Amenities: 6.5
Value for Money: 6.9
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Shane • solo_traveller • ie
9
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Aline • family_with_children • ie
10
I didn’t expect to enjoy being in the hotel itself quite this much.
Pros:

One of those hotels where the room itself becomes part of the experience.
The location is extraordinary. My room has a beautiful bay window looking directly over the sea and the marina, and I could genuinely spend hours sitting there. There is a wonderfully comfortable corduroy armchair by the window, so you can work, have your morning coffee or simply sit and watch the water. Combined with the very high ceilings, the room feels wonderfully spacious and rather special.
But what has impressed me just as much as the setting is the hospitality. I arrived after a completely sleepless night, several hours before the official check-in time, expecting simply to leave my things and wait. Instead, the staff managed to give me my room early. It was such a thoughtful gesture at exactly the moment when it mattered most.
And that warmth hasn’t been limited to check-in. Everyone I have encountered has been genuinely lovely. Even the small conversations with the staff add something to the atmosphere. Nothing feels forced or overly formal; you simply feel very welcome here.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Lynne • couple • gb
8
Very enjoyable stay in a seaside town
Pros:

Location and very friendly helpful staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Samnatha • extended_group • gb
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Barry • solo_traveller • ie
10
Exceptional Hotel
Pros:

The Room was amazing, the food was out of this world & every member of staff were so polite & courtious.

This hotel is Exceptional.
Would recommend this hotel to anyone.

Cons:

Can't think of anything

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Steven • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Michael • extended_group • gb
10
Staff are very friendly and welcoming the night porter Justin was very friendly on departure had a great time would stay
Pros:

Excellent location

Cons:

Very good and clean

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Veronica • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • ie
10
Pros:

Great view from our hotel room and comfortable stay. We had a lovely time at the hotel. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend. We will stay again.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Gordon • couple • ie
10
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Steven • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
8
We were so impressed with the hotel we are going back next year.
Pros:

The hotel is in a great location and the bar/restaurant is fabulous

Cons:

The location

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
J
JOHN • solo_traveller • gb
6
Dissapointing accomodation.
Pros:

The bar was really nice and busy which was a good sign

Cons:

The room was in dire need of decoration and repair.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • family_with_children • gb
5
Not much sleep, will not return
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Not a hotel, restaurant with rooms above it. Room overlooked a noisy smoking area/ outside area.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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steven • couple • gb
5
The room was quite worn
Pros:

The sea view was ok

Cons:

The pictures didn't really match the room we had

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
C
Clair • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Close to bars and restaurants.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Position was great, close to all the town had to offer. Bed very comfortable and bathroom nice and large.

Cons:

No storage for toiletries in bathroom and very little storage for clothes. Couldn't get any hot water on first morning until maintenance had fixed the issue. But maintenace did come quickly.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Sinead • couple • gb
10
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
10
Quiet hotel with excellent staff
Pros:

A cosy hotel and the food was good. The outstanding part was the staff. They were the heart and soul of the place. Each and everyone who provided me with service were exceptional in their role. Warm, friendly and professional in their job. Thank you all.

Cons:

Nothing really.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Diane • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee