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Cabot Trail Motel

2.5 star property
Motel on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool

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Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Seasonal outdoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
8450 Trans Canada Hwy 105, Baddeck, NS, B0E 1B0

What's nearby

  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Bell Bay Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tom's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Freight Shed - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Barn Gift Shop & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lynwood Inn Restaraunt - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bell-Buoy Restaurant & Supper House - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Cabot Trail Motel

Motel by the lake
Cabot Trail Motel provides amenities like a firepit and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a dock, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Cabot Trail Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Decks/patios, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 13 to 19 for adults and CAD 13 to 19 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cabot Restaurant

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 16 and May 19.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 13 to 19 for adults, and CAD 13 to 19 for children

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include 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
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03061100398165773-8448

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Cabot Trail Motel Baddeck
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Cabot Trail Hotel Baddeck
Cabot Trail Motel Baddeck, Nova Scotia - Cape Breton Island
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Frequently asked questions

Does Cabot Trail Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Cabot Trail Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Cabot Trail Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cabot Trail Motel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Cabot Trail Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cabot Trail Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Baddeck motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bras d'Or Lake, Kidston Island Beach Ferry, and Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall. Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre and Kidston Island Lighthouse are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Cabot Trail Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 538 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 538 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 538 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 538 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 538 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Awesome restaurant on site with delicious food
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10

View was beautiful, staff very friendly. Retro rooms but comfortable bed. Restaurant wasn’t open yet as it was their first weekend open this year
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Nice view of the lake. Room was adequate. Price was right. Food was good. Staff was awesome!! Checking in was pleasant and efficient. Server at breakfast and dinner was exceptional. She had a smile on her face at all times and treated everyone like family. Checking out was easy and the gal recommended a good book about Alexander and Mabel Bell. Very nice staff who seem to take pride in this motel. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

A good place to stay, so close to capot trail and Baddek
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

very convenient stopping point, nice views.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Fantastic spot to stay when in the road, easy to find at night, it’s also scenic with breakfast and dinner available at the restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Friendly service, great view and good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

Very friendly staff, great views!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

It's central location on the island made for easy access to all locations of interest.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

This place was great! Fantastic staff and grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Great restaurant on site Room was a good size, clean with a deck and lovely view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Just a great facility and people
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

The motel wasn't fancy but totally adequate. The location was perfect and the staff were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Enjoyed our stay and staff were super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10

We enjoyed our two night stay at Cabot Trail Motel. It was conveniently located close to the trail, offered a great breakfast, had super friendly and welcoming staff, and was clean. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Motel was lovely...clean and comfy beds. Food at motel restaurant lovely....both supper and breakfast very nice. Staff were lovely...nothing was a bother.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Great location and view of water staff was excellent , vould not ask for a better place to stay .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

My overall stay was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

It was a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Staff were super friendly and helpful! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Awesome views of Bras D’Or Lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Great view. Friendly staff. Great restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024