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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Upscale hotel located in Lunenburg Waterfront

Rum Runner Inn provides a terrace and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

View all photos for Side View Comfort King Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Side View Comfort King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A balcony with a view of a beach, a pool, and a statue.

Sideview Superior King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A table with two wine glasses and a vase of flowers by a window overlooking a harbor.

Oceanfront Honeymoon King Room with Sunporch

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Town View Compact King Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a window with a view of the outside.

Town View Compact King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Oceanfront Executive King Room with Veranda

A balcony with red Adirondack chairs, a view of a harbor with boats, and a building with a white facade in the background.

Oceanfront Executive King Room with Veranda

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Town View Spacious King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a refrigerator, and a door leading to another room.

Oceanfront King Room with Kitchen - Annex

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Harbor view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a painting, a desk with a chair, and a window.

Oceanfront Studio with Panoramic Opening Skylight

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

Sideview Superior King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, Rum Runner Inn is in Lunenburg Waterfront, a neighborhood in Lunenburg. Fishermen's Memorial and Berlin Wall Segment are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Lunenburg Farmers' Market and Amos Pewter. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kinsmen Field or Lunenburg County Lifestyle Centre. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cave exploring nearby. Visit our Lunenburg travel guide
Map
66 Montague Street, Lunenburg, NS, B0J2C0

What's nearby

  • A ship's deck with ropes, a lifebuoy, and a sign reading "Bluenoose I Nova Scotia".
    Lunenburg Waterfront
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A ship's rigging with a red building in the background.
    Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A waterfront town with colorful houses, a church steeple, and a dock with boats.
    Bluenose II
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A church interior with wooden pews and stained glass windows.
    St John's Anglican Church
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lunenburg Opera House
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ)
    84 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    15 min walk
  • Circle K
    12 min drive
  • Mug & Anchor Pub
    11 min drive
  • The Barn
    12 min drive
  • Smoke Pitt BBQ
    8 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • Wine tours

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1875
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Composting
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 STR2526T8023

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.

Frequently asked questions

Is Rum Runner Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Rum Runner Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Rum Runner Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rum Runner Inn located?

Located in Lunenburg Waterfront, this hotel is steps from Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, Lunenburg Waterfront, and Laurie Swim Gallery. Gallery on Lincoln and Lunenburg Art Gallery are just steps away.

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Reviews

Rum Runner Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 621 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, very comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, we enjoyed the balcony in the morning with our coffee, we would recommend this highly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room was absolutely stunning room was very comfortable, and the staff was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was quite helpful in suggesting places to eat, visit, and with parking options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was in a perfect location. Right in the core of Lunenburg, easy access to the historical center. Very clean and comfortable. Friendly staff to help with any questions
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Walk to food, museum,harbor. Quiet, spacious room with deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very comfortable stay. Quiet atmosphere and close to restaurants and activities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming inn with a beautiful waterfront view from the back patio. Large clean room with lots of seating & comfortable bed. Great location to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the harbour, and EVERYTHING you need in the room, including space heater and air conditioning. Beautiful east coast charm feel. Wed do it again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great view of the Bluenose, good location on the waterfront of Lunenburg
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn is beautiful looking from the outside but the room could get a refresher. The view was excellent of the harbour.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This room was exceptionally clean, the front desk was more than helpful and we enjoyed the morning views from our balcony. We would not hesitate to stay here on our next visit to Lunenburg!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is big with a nice view on the water front. It is very clean. The bed is extremely high but confortable. The location is perfect, close to everything. The only negative point is the bathroom. It really needs to be renovated, especially the toilet. It dors not flush easily.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful place right in the heart of Lunenburg. Everything is within walking distance. Bed was very comfortable. Bathroom is exceptional. Smart TV and solid wifi. Staff was wonderful. Little kitchenette was convenient. Small ice bags at the front desk was a nice idea. The only issue is parking. It's first come first serve on the streets. You'll also need to download the parking app to pay for your parking on the street. This was our favorite stay on our two week trip of Nova Scotia.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

No parking no restaurant the accommodations are old, but they are very clean. Disappointed as online when I booked it it showed there was a restaurant and people sitting at it having drinks overlooking the water and there wasn’t. It had been closed for two years. And based on the price, I felt something else should’ve been offered like a restaurant or a bar or even parking. Not sure that I would book there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this hotel is perfect. Couldn’t be better. Harbour view and right in the Main Street in the thick of things. Large room with comfortable bed and a huge balcony!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room and the check-in area were very clean and the staff was friendly. We had a lovely view of the harbor, the Bluenose II, and the horse drawn carriages on Bluenose Drive from an enclosed sunroom off our bedroom. Very pleasant and many good restaurants, shops, and the waterfront within easy walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, large clean room with comfortable bed. Quiet. Easy check in process. Free parking on street nearby.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location….can walk to all attractions, restaurants etc. Parking can be difficult until 4pm when day visitors leave. No elevator but staff will help with luggage. Lovely atmosphere with common balcony overlooking the harbour and Bluenose II.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our overnight stay at RumRunner. The room was super clean, comfortable, with special touches that made you feel welcome. It has a communal balcony that with a view of the harbor where you can have some quiet time with a glass of wine or a cup of coffee. The staff was very friendly and was there to greet us even though we arrived somewhat late. We would be happy to return!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was great, the staff is wonderful. Parking can be an issue as it is all On street parking. However it opened up quickly. The porch room needs some work. Window handles broken! Plus the room in the hot summer is difficult to use.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't find a better location. Best view!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location & view from the harbourfront balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. Really comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025