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The Iona Heights Inn

3.5 star property
Travelers soak in live music and hearty pub fare by the lake at The Iona Heights Inn, where sports facilities and massage services offer active options for everyone

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The Iona Heights Inn offers perfect views of Bras d'Or Lake, ideal for families. Enjoy concerts, live shows, basketball, or spa treatments. The Frolic & Folk Pub & Grill serves meals with ocean views, and the terrace and coffee shop provide relaxing alternatives.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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8.8 out of 10
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  • Lake view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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8.6 out of 10
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(50 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Room, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Iona, The Iona Heights Inn is near the beach. Travelers looking for local activities can try Glenora Inn and Distillery and Cabot Links, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. Highland Village Museum and Bras d'Or Lake are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Iona travel guide
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4115 Highway 223, Iona, NS, B2C 1A3

What's nearby

  • Highland Village Museum
    Highland Village Museum
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    43 min drive - 39.4 miles
  • Gaelic College of Celtic Arts and Crafts
    Gaelic College of Celtic Arts and Crafts
    54 min drive - 53.0 miles
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre
    43 min drive - 39.4 miles
  • Glenora Inn and Distillery
    58 min drive - 53.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY)
    73 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wheelhouse Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Darby's Old Church Kitchen
    7 min drive
  • Ferrymen's Hall
    4 min drive
  • Grand Narrows Waterfront Development Society
    4 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 deep-tissue 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, a gift shop, 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

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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 15 for adults and CAD 5 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 15 for adults and CAD 5 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 fire extinguisher, 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

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 10-minute walk of Highland Village Museum and Bras d'Or Lake. Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site is 32 mi (51.5 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Iona Heights Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 549 out of 972 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 972 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 972 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 972 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 972 reviews

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