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Duck Cove Inn

3.0 star property
Ocean-side escape where travelers can relax just steps from the water, with comfortable accommodations that make exploring the coast effortless

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A coastal village with houses by the water, a sandy beach, and a rocky outcrop. - Duck Cove Inn (Margaree Harbour)
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with chairs, a small table, and a view of the outdoors. - Duck Cove Inn (Margaree Harbour)
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony. - Duck Cove Inn (Margaree Harbour)
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Duck Cove Inn, by the ocean, offers a peaceful getaway with amenities like laundry facilities and free in-room WiFi. Start your day with a hearty English breakfast before exploring. After adventures, enjoy the on-site restaurant and bar. Self-parking makes coming and going easy.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Margaree Harbour, Duck Cove Inn is on a river. MacKinnons Beach and Cormier Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Centre de la Mi-Careme and Les Trois Pignons. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our Margaree Harbour travel guide
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10289 Cabot Trail, Margaree Harbour, NS, B0E 2B0

What's nearby

  • A winding mountain road through a lush green valley with a view of the ocean in the distance.
    Skyline Trail
    41 min drive - 37.3 miles
  • MacKinnons Beach
    1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse
    1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Cabot Links
    23 min drive - 23.1 miles
  • Cabot Cliffs Golf Course
    27 min drive - 22.4 miles

Restaurants

  • Belle View Restaurant
    2 min drive
  • Woodroad Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Family Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • Lobster Pound Bistro
    4 min drive
  • Belle View Restaurant Ltd
    2 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 7 to 18 for adults and CAD 7 to 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On a river

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee charged for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 1 and June 1.

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
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 7 to 18 for adults, and CAD 7.0 to 18 for children
  • Late check-in fee charged for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

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 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
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 STR2425T6219

Frequently asked questions

Is Duck Cove Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Duck Cove Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM–midnight for a fee.

What time is check-out at Duck Cove Inn?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Duck Cove Inn located?

Situated by the ocean, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse and MacKinnons Beach. Cormier Lake and Chimney Corner Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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

Duck Cove Inn Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 979 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 350 out of 979 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 165 out of 979 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 979 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 979 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property very clean and well maintained and the owners were very friendly. I highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very nice hosts, very clean environment. We would chose this place again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, view of the water, staff was very friendly, the restaurant opens a bit late for us early risers.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rayner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were well kept and clean. The owners were extremely hospitable and friendly. The best spot to stay if you are looking to loop Cabot Trail.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anik Arun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view felt like I was in a painting!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful hidden gem. Stunning view, quiet and peaceful. Simple but clean room with all that we needed. Hot coffee in the morning available in the lobby. Just perfect - highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing fancy but worked for us. Great view!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with helpful staff. Easy access off Cabot trail with on site parking. On site restaurant for breakfast only, I believe. Not walkable and isolated. Few nearby, driving distance only, dining options appeared to be high end gastronomic experiences. We stayed here because we could not get two consecutive nights in Cheticamp. We drove back into Cheticamp for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

GAYE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The property is very old but iyr room was very nice. A nice young couple mange the property and they were very friendly. I would have liked coffee in my room and not at the front desk .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was freshly maintained, excellent clean, spacious, well equipped bathroom, and well appointed sleeping areas, very comfortable beds with soft bedding. Parking outside the room. Table and chairs in front of the large window for a leisurely breakfast looking out at the cove and hills.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Graeme Linnette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean and bed was very comfortable. Bathroom was recently updated and beautiful. There were menus in our room but restaurant was not open. It's still off season and was a short drive to places to have breakfast. Loved the view and it was quiet. Would return again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean and maintained with a comfortable bed. Front deskdesk staff were helpful and courteous. It was expensive for what we got after a couple weeks of travelling and having breakfast included it was a surprise that breakfast wasn’t included, and the room itself was quite a bit higher than what we had been paying.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Tom

Quite an old motel but there are renovations happening. Room very plain with a nice view, comfortable bed and a renovated bathroom. We paid $216.00 for 1 night but it’s probably only worth $150.00 max. Probably would not stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The staff was very helpful and did everything they could to make our stay enjoyable. The rooms were very clean and there was ample parking and near our room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
comfortable beds and scenery and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

girouard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff , spacious room, nice views on the water
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot to stay along the Cabot Trail. Great view & the breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet motel with river views.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and amenities were good. But the service needs improvement. We got there at 9pm. The reception was closed. There was a sign said to call after hours. We called many times, the phone was not answered. The other things are that there is no kettle or coffee machine in the room. If you arrived after hours, you will have no way to get hot water or coffee. There was no tissue paper in the room either.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great people running the motel. Excellent breakfast and clean room with modern bathrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were incredibly friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night and we were very pleased with the room and amenities provided.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was amazing so friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Juan Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view of the bay, quiet location .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025