Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of CAD 25 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be arranged by contacting the property in advance.

What is the location of the property in relation to nearby attractions?

The property is located on the waterfront, just steps from Bras d'Or Lake and 3 minutes by foot from Battery Provincial Park. It is 0.5 mi from MacAskill House Museum and Jerome Point Lighthouse.

Bras d'Or Lakes Inn

What guests think

Travellers describe Bras d'Or Lakes Inn as a scenic, rustic lakeside stay with friendly staff, clean and comfortable rooms, and a well-liked on-site restaurant with live music, though hours can be limited and reservations are sometimes necessary.

Guests appreciate the lakeside dock and free kayaking, plus convenient access to St. Peters Canal. Common drawbacks include occasional lack of front desk coverage, spotty Wi-Fi, noisy or dated room features, and soft beds. Expect a charming waterfront stopover with lively dining when open.

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Facilities

Guests highlight the lakeside dock and free kayaking, and live music in the pub adds to the atmosphere.

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Larissa

Jun 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lots of parking, very helpful desk staff who recommended everything from food to things to do (the ice cream is amazing). Room was so clean and loved the vibe of it. Would definitely recommend!

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Bonnie

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved our stay! Everyone was so friendly and helpful. The food in the dining room was so good. After dinner we enjoyed the music. There are hiking trails across the road for anyone who is interested.

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Kathy

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Although there was a restaurant on site, it was unavailable as it was fully reserved. Limited other options in town. Also, no breakfast at the hotel. Beautiful dock in the back with chairs to sit and watch the water.

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Donna

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great view and comfortable rooms. Absolutely wonderful onsite dining option with live music in Pub.

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Fahmida

Jul 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Stuffs were super nice and they have kayaking facilities. Lake behind the Inn is just breathtaking. Want to comeback in the future

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Carmen

Sep 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Really friendly helpful staffwith local information. Local musical talent frequently in the pub. Ist class dining. Piano in foyeroften played by patrons

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Richard

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good room and free laundry fac.

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She

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had a nice quick stay. Rooms were very clean, beds could use improvement. Nice swimming dock.

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Ryan

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed at multiple hotels/motels and cabins during our trip to Nova Scotia and during our trip around Cabots Trail. The Bras D'Or Inn was by far our favourite stay. The room was spacious and clean, the property was beautiful with a gorgeous wharf behind where there were gorgeous views of the lake. The attached restaurant was also a nice treat. The food was terrific. We only stayed one night, but it was the best evening of the trip. Would stay again there 100%

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Jonathan

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Kayak for free on the lake, awesome. Great food in the restaurant and We’d night music was super. I’ll be back

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently praise very clean rooms and well-kept spaces. A few guests reported musty odors, damp carpets, or isolated cleanliness issues.

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Larissa

Jun 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lots of parking, very helpful desk staff who recommended everything from food to things to do (the ice cream is amazing). Room was so clean and loved the vibe of it. Would definitely recommend!

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Lei

Aug 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed for a 2- night on August 12-13. The inn is very well kept. Very clean and good size room, very comfortable bed. The inn is next to the St. Peters canal which is a big bonus. The inn restaurant took us by surprise as the dinner was just above our expectation. It's fine dining cuisine, and the high quality and beautiful presentation of the meals was perfect and one of the best and delicious dinners we had throughout our trip.

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Denise

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My mom and I stayed here for 1 night. The room was well sized, clean and comfortable. We were a bit surprised to find the dining room was not open for breakfast/brunch but there are lots of places close by to grab something to eat. We were also a bit surprised that no one was at the desk when we checked out at 10:30AM. Other than that we would definitely stay here again.

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Sheila

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location. Close to canal and park. Room was clean and hotel was quiet.

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Wayne

Jul 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean quiet property

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Cory

Jun 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and comfy!

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Diane

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything is great about this property. It is very quaint and the decor is rustic. The rooms are really nicely decorated and so clean. Lots of extras. Restaurant was really good and the staff were all very friendly. Definitely recommend and would stay there again.

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Solange

Aug 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I wanted to love the Inn but there were too many things to be bothered by. The bedding, which didn't really fit the bed, wasn't as clean as I would have liked and the room in general felt kind of dirty/sticky/old/outdated. The upgrades were all cosmetic as in they changed the bed and added new carpet. The air conditioners were old and out dated and smelled very musty. The basement where my room was, was damp and not welcoming. In the bathroom where it looked like they had done some updating showed wear and tear that shouldn't be there if it were indeed updated - the sink hung low and at angle and the plaster on the wall was coming apart. It was just all around a little disappointing for the price. The grounds - the water area - was lovely to look at, but other than that, I don't think I would bother staying there again. Staff were very pleasant though, which was a bonus.

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Mathieu

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Insecte sur le lit, Odeur de fruits de mer arrivant de la cuisine du restaurant par la ventilation de la salle de bain, climatisation qui coule la moquette etait détrempée sur plus d’un mètre autour de la fenêtre, expérience vraiment désagréable, mis appart la personne de la réception qui était gentille

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Suzanne

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful staff, beautiful property, clean rooms and comfortable bed. Very scenic area. Highly recommend it.

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Rooms

Many find rooms comfortable with rustic decor, some offering lake views and amenities like electric fireplaces. Recurring complaints mention dated elements, noisy AC, soft or bouncy beds, and inconsistent Wi-Fi/TV functionality.

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Gerald

Jul 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beds too soft, small and overhanging Box Spring

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Sarah

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Inn is on the highway, the room tidy, and there is a restaurant on site. The staff were friendly and the bed was very comfortable. Our room was downstairs and there were what appeared to be dehumidifiers in the hallway and our room. However, there was no noticeable moisture or odors. There was an electric fireplace, which was a nice bonus.

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Bev

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Reception was pleasant. Unfortunately if staying on a Monday the dining room is closed and only option are basically 2 restaurants a short walk into town. Too bad because the menu at the inn looked very good. Bright light shone directly at our window all night and the type of blind they use is not sufficient. Room was cramped. For the price and no dinner or breakfast offered I would go elsewhere. Perhaps better in season.

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Michelle

Sep 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Confusing to get in room and water view from small window. Big beef with noisy air conditioner- had to wear ear plugs.

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Pamela

Jul 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It’s a nice room, looks good, clean and with some more modern updates. We were only there a night so a lot of amenities didn’t matter. What did matter was in the room - and that wasn’t good. Wifi? Forget it. Couldn’t connect. So many dead spots - I had to do gymnastics to get a stable signal. Fireplace? Didn’t work. TV? Couldn’t control the volume with the remote. That’s it. And the halls smell musty.

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cynthia

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

There was a very nice view of the lake. The beds were not great for a couple sharing as you could feel every movement as if your partner was bouncing on the bed. Made for a couple nights of restless sleeps. We tried to get a table for dinner and were told they didn't have space. We came back at 7:00 to hear the music, and the place was only half full, although there was a medical convention in the next room. We were asked if we wanted anything from the kitchen as we only ordered drinks. I guess we might have been able to have dinner after all. The musician was great.

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Ryan

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed at multiple hotels/motels and cabins during our trip to Nova Scotia and during our trip around Cabots Trail. The Bras D'Or Inn was by far our favourite stay. The room was spacious and clean, the property was beautiful with a gorgeous wharf behind where there were gorgeous views of the lake. The attached restaurant was also a nice treat. The food was terrific. We only stayed one night, but it was the best evening of the trip. Would stay again there 100%

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Blair

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Only issue was the slow internet speed.

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John

Jun 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was fresh and clean with beautiful views of the lake The dinner was delicious in the dining room. Highly recommend

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Megan

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was great. Comfy beds. Clean, large bar fridge in room and AC. only issue was we couldn’t get the tv channel to change.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly and helpful, with several shout-outs to front-desk team members. However, some report limited staffing at times or slow service, especially early mornings or in the restaurant.

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Chris

Oct 20, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Service was great, very accomidating for our crew and looked after us really well

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Denise

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My mom and I stayed here for 1 night. The room was well sized, clean and comfortable. We were a bit surprised to find the dining room was not open for breakfast/brunch but there are lots of places close by to grab something to eat. We were also a bit surprised that no one was at the desk when we checked out at 10:30AM. Other than that we would definitely stay here again.

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Diane

Aug 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was fine but our dining experience was not good We waited over an hour for our food and many tables around us were served before us Our server made excuses but she forgot to put in our order My lobster crab roll ( in a hamburger bun ) was a joke !

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Thomas

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location was great! Restaurant had terrific service and menu. The staff were very helpful and pleasant.

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Kelly

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Amazing place and amazing people. Wendy and staff are top notch.

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David

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not enough staff to run this location. Place was very clean and nicely renovated but no morning staf

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Lee

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We booked a one-night stay at this lodge with an early start planned for a long drive the next day. We set our alarms and were up by 6:00 AM to get ready. The trouble started soon after we got out of the shower. While still getting ready, the electricity suddenly went out, plunging our room into darkness. I immediately tried to call the front office for help, but there was no one available—the office was unstaffed and there was no contact number to reach anyone in an emergency. After a few unsuccessful attempts, I gave up. Relying solely on my phone's flashlight, we quickly gathered our things in the dark. We ended up checking out around 6:45 AM with our hair still wet and completely messed up. This ruined our opportunity to take good pictures before starting our long journey. A whole day has past, and still no word of apology from the hotel which is why I am writing this review. I have never stayed at a lodge where absolutely no staff member was available in the event of an emergency. They need to have a way to contact in case of an emergency if no one is going to be at the front office.

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Shauna Marie

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice quiet property with friendly staff

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Tom

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice room and building. What most impressed me was the staff. Very friendly and helpful.

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Jeffery

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wendy at the front desk went above and beyond to hand draw us maps of cool places in the town and area to explore . The hotel was clean and updated . Pleasantly surprised

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Location

Scenic waterfront setting beside St. Peters Canal and convenient for Cabot Trail stopovers. The small town offers limited options, and walkability varies.

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Sheila

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location. Close to canal and park. Room was clean and hotel was quiet.

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Fawnda

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our company was there on business, beautiful inn with a spectacular view and convenient location. Served our needs and more

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Barbie

Aug 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful views, comfortable beds, and a nice dock that we sat out on to enjoy the weather. Stores, restaurant's, dining all within a 5-7 min walk. The staff were very friendly.

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Thomas

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location was great! Restaurant had terrific service and menu. The staff were very helpful and pleasant.

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jolie

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was great. We really enjoyed our stay. The water along the front of the property was full of starfish! The locks, just down the road were pretty cool to walk beside. We had dinner at the restaurant and that was great too!

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Alain

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Très bien situé et au bord de l’eau

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NATHALIE

Aug 12, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Tellement bien situé pour une balade sur le canal et au parc provincial Battery.

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Koni

May 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The area is not really walkable

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Justin

Jul 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

St. Peter’s is a magical little town nestled between a large freshwater lake and the Atlantic Ocean. A perfect stop on your way around the Cabot Trail. This my second time staying at the Bras d’Or Inn and it’s been a good experience both times.

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Jennifer

Aug 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hébergement situé au bord du Bras d’Or Lake Belle petite promenade pour regarder l’écluse À proximité du petit village

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Dining

The on-site restaurant and pub earn strong praise for tasty dinners and live music. Limitations include no breakfast service, occasional closures or full bookings, and sporadic delays—so reservations help.

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Kathy

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Although there was a restaurant on site, it was unavailable as it was fully reserved. Limited other options in town. Also, no breakfast at the hotel. Beautiful dock in the back with chairs to sit and watch the water.

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Brandy

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Inn was great for the one night we stayed there. The restaurant was excellent and the waitress was wonderful.

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Donna

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great view and comfortable rooms. Absolutely wonderful onsite dining option with live music in Pub.

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Diane

Aug 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was fine but our dining experience was not good We waited over an hour for our food and many tables around us were served before us Our server made excuses but she forgot to put in our order My lobster crab roll ( in a hamburger bun ) was a joke !

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Bev

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Reception was pleasant. Unfortunately if staying on a Monday the dining room is closed and only option are basically 2 restaurants a short walk into town. Too bad because the menu at the inn looked very good. Bright light shone directly at our window all night and the type of blind they use is not sufficient. Room was cramped. For the price and no dinner or breakfast offered I would go elsewhere. Perhaps better in season.

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jolie

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was great. We really enjoyed our stay. The water along the front of the property was full of starfish! The locks, just down the road were pretty cool to walk beside. We had dinner at the restaurant and that was great too!

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Sam

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My wife and I stayed here on our way to Cape Breton, we had a wonderful stay. Staff were amazing, and we had dinner at the restaurant, great atmosphere, great food, great service.

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Sherri

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The motel was easy to get to - right off the highway. The only reason I gave the Staff & Service a 3 star rating is because we booked this motel since it had an onsite lounge and restaurant. Unfortunately the day we were there it was closed. The staff person on site was very welcoming and explained why they were closed on Mondays. We were able to find a restaurant down the street that was recommended to us.

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Jonathan

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Kayak for free on the lake, awesome. Great food in the restaurant and We’d night music was super. I’ll be back

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Margaret

Jul 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful property. Be sure to make a reservation at the restaurant if you want to guarantee eating/seating (when they're busy they don't offer take-out/room service-we didn't and ended up not having dinner that night-nothing else in town for vegetarians). Otherwise, good service and friendly staff.

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Bras d'Or Lakes Inn

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Room options

Double Room (Pet Friendly)

Double Room, 2 Double Beds (No Pets Allowed)

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Standard Room (King, No Pets Allowed)

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