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Smugglers Cove Inn

4.0 star property
Hotel in Lunenburg

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City view from property
Flat-screen TV
Reception
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated
Reception
Smugglers Cove Inn, nestled in a tranquil rural landscape, offers an upscale escape. Enjoy pampering treatments at the hair salon, and rely on multilingual staff and concierge services for all your needs. Guests consistently praise the helpful team and beautiful setting.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Classic Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Studio Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Classic Studio Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
139 Montague Street, Lunenburg, NS, B0J 2C0

What's nearby

  • Lunenburg Opera House - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bluenose II - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St John's Anglican Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lunenburg Visitor Information Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lightship Brewing Company - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mug & Anchor Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Knot Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Smugglers Cove Inn

Upscale hotel located in Old Town Lunenburg
Smugglers Cove Inn provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • Multilingual staff and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 25.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number RYA-2022-00-04041106177478081-39

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Smugglers Cove Inn
Smugglers Cove Inn Lunenburg
Smugglers Cove Lunenburg
Smugglers Cove Inn Lunenburg Nova Scotia
Smugglers Cove Inn Lunenburg, Nova Scotia
Smugglers Cove Inn Hotel
Smugglers Cove Inn Lunenburg
Smugglers Cove Inn Hotel Lunenburg

Frequently asked questions

Is Smugglers Cove Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Smugglers Cove Inn?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Smugglers Cove Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Smugglers Cove Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Smugglers Cove Inn located?

Located in Old Town Lunenburg, this hotel is steps from Lunenburg Waterfront, Knaut Rhuland House Museum, and Gallery @ theLinc. Lunenburg Opera House and Bluenose II are just steps away.

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Smugglers Cove Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 420 out of 753 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 251 out of 753 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 753 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 753 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 753 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tobias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic Hotel in the center of a historic fishing town
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right on the Main Street with access to all the towns shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an historic location and very well maintained. The community has many beautiful and historic homes. Nice places to eat and drink. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lunenburg is such a special place and we couldn’t have stayed in a better location. Steps from the harbour and all the shops and restaurants you could ever need. The room was clean and cozy and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My room was spacious and clean, and the bed was really comfortable. But the best part of my stay was the warm and welcoming experience from owners Michael and Rita. They offered a really friendly welcome that set the tone for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the staff . Clean rooms close to the waterfront
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and area was convenient. Parking was a challenge.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and quaint. Staff were friendly. Parking is on street. Rooms are a bit dated but quaint and for for sleeping and resting up.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and a good size No issues at all I would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed intheir other building across the street called the Concordia. Large room and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the middle of historic Lunenberg.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. Perfect location to see the sights of Lunenburg and enjoy the nearby dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrystine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room with an ocean view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very acommodating, helpful and friendly! The location made walking to see the sights in Lunenburg easy. And... there's a delicious bakery with excellent fresh croissants and lattes adjoining the Inn.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rita was great and so friendly kind and helpful. I'd stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly owners and tidy place to stay. Perfectly Lunenburg
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was very helpful and accommodating. Showed parking available
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect for enjoying the town. A lot of places to eat within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. Perfect location in centre of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very plain and dated. Utilitarian. Tiny bathroom but the property was very clean and the bed comfortable. It lacked charm but it served our purpose for exploring Lunenburg.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Inn, right in downtown Lunenburg. Comfortable bed, large room, close to waterfront and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

cassandra

Liked: Staff & service
Quaint and fits the area well. Walkable to the waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable and clean. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Only issue was a lack of designated parking so we had to park on the street at a meter. It was okay for one night but would have been a hassle if we stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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