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The Iona Heights Inn

3.5 star property
Family-friendly inn with airport shuttle service and a fitness center

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Lake View | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free rollaway beds
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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Lake View | Balcony view
Children's pool
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Free airport shuttle

Room options

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Comfort Room, Lake View | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free rollaway beds

Comfort Room, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 232.0 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free rollaway beds

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Lake View | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free rollaway beds

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
4115 Highway 223, Iona, NS, B2C 1A3

What's nearby

  • Highland Village Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Iona Port Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 52 min drive - 38.7 miles
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 52 min drive - 38.7 miles
  • Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 53 min drive - 38.7 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Frolic and Folk Pub & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wheelhouse Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Darby's Old Church Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grand Narrows Waterfront Development Society - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Iona Heights Inn

Family-friendly inn near Bras d'Or Lake
Located close to Highland Village Museum, The Iona Heights Inn provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a grocery/convenience store, and concerts and live shows. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant, Frolic & Folk Pub & Grill, offers brunch, lunch, dinner, light fare, and ocean views. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like basketball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • A children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), RV/bus/truck parking, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, smoke-free premises, and a computer station
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at The Iona Heights Inn boast perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CAD 14 for adults and CAD 14 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Frolic & Folk Pub & Grill

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Gym
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 495 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25.00 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of CAD 25.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CAD 14 for adults and CAD 14 for children
  • Pet deposit: CAD 25.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
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-2022-00-03301057207779792-4115

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Iona Heights Inn
Heights Inn
Iona Heights
Highland Heights Hotel Cape Breton Island
The Iona Heights Inn Inn
The Iona Heights Inn Iona
The Iona Heights Inn Inn Iona

Frequently asked questions

Does The Iona Heights Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a children's pool.

Is The Iona Heights Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of CAD 25.00 per stay and a fee of CAD 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Iona Heights Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Iona Heights Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Iona Heights Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Iona Heights Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is The Iona Heights Inn located?

This family-friendly Iona inn is located near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Highland Village Museum and Bras d'Or Lake. Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site is 31.9 mi (51.3 km) away.

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The Iona Heights Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 462 out of 832 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 832 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 832 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 832 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 832 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our visit was enjoyable love the views and privacy😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed a very comfortable stay. It was quiet, with beautiful scenery easily viewed from the private balcony or on walks near the Inn.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The downstairs bar area was dining room, bar and entertainment certain nights. Fun time with guests and locals. Beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Had to drive a long way for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the live music at the pub, food was good, staff were friendly, beautiful views, outdoor basketball court was a big hit and my oldest liked the gym set-up; only downfall is an outdoor pool instead of indoors.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madhuranga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yola Angeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice view of nature, friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing stay and amazing view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and the staff were very friendly i would highly recommend this place the view from my room was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay beautiful room gorgeous view the breakfast buffet was awesome loved it !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful atmosphere in the restaurant and food was excellent. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this property great view clean friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, good service, great restaurant and available live entertainment.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place in Cape Breton. We had a great stay, the rooms are quaint and clean. They have a great pub on the property that I would highly recommend for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 3 nights and enjoyed our stay. Great location and excellent restaurant and pub.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jolayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was lovely little spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful there and the rooms were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOSE E.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the friendly staff, the view, the weather and the upkeeping of the place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

LukeAndAmanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This cute little inn is set in a beautiful location with great views overlooking the water.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

saad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yanan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing time staying at this inn. The staff were incredibly friendly, the breakfast was delicious, and the surroundings were beautiful. The prices were reasonable, and the live band performances in the evening created a great atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room.with a beautiful view of lake. Good restaurant open for breakfast and dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024