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Joyce's Motel & Cottages

2.5 star property
Lakefront motel in St. Peters with free parking

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Joyce's Motel & Cottages offers tranquil lake views and thoughtful amenities. Guests can unwind on the garden terrace while children enjoy the on-site playground. Convenient laundry facilities are available, and the attentive staff ensures visitors make the most of their stay.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View, Sea Facing | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View, Sea Facing

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free rollaway beds

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
TV
Free extra futon mattress
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
10354 Grenville Street, St. Peters, NS, B0E 1B0

What's nearby

  • Battery Provincial Park - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • St. Peters Canal National Historic Site - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • MacAskill House Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • St. Peters Marina - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Jerome Point Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chubby's Take Out - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bras d'Or Lakes Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Louie's Cosy Corner - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Joyce's Motel & Cottages

Motel by the lake
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a playground at Joyce's Motel & Cottages. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Joyce's Motel & Cottages feature comforts such as free WiFi and dining tables.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 01 and May 14.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 25 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
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 STR2526T2288

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Joyce's Motel Cottages St. Peter's
Joyce's Cottages St. Peter's
Joyce's Motel & Cottages Nova Scotia/Cape Breton Island Canada
Joyce's Motel Cottages
Joyce's Motel & Cottages Motel
Joyce's Motel & Cottages St. Peters
Joyce's Motel & Cottages Motel St. Peters

Frequently asked questions

Is Joyce's Motel & Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 25 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 at Joyce's Motel & Cottages?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Joyce's Motel & Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Joyce's Motel & Cottages?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Joyce's Motel & Cottages located?

Situated on a lake, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Bras d'Or Lake and Battery Provincial Park. Nicholas Denys Museum and MacAskill House Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Joyce's Motel & Cottages Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.2

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 164 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We go there every year for the past 4 years
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property suited my purpose and was inexpensive, but could use upgrading (room, facilities, property)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An easy drive from the ferry. Cool national historic park just up the road snd Louies diner was fabulous food. Second stay here. First time during a hurricane. Owners are new but just as caring as previous. Love this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Earle

Liked: Cleanliness
beds were uncomfortable. Conveniently located for visiting the area near St Peter's, N.S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Marguerite

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful view.. everything needs updating…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was very old and outdated but it was very clean. The mattress on the bed was horrible.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nothing fancy but clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Tracey and Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness
the cottages where just a little out of date but it was still nice, clean and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
they need better frying pans, everything sticks and burns, and bbq should be free usage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Andrea

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limited amenities. Out of date. Not ADA compliant. Clean room. Beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
should replace carpet in the room and the flooring in the bathroom was all flipping up.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Matress was not confortable and one bed kept broken down. Otherwise it was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Charmane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice area. Pet friendly, which is great. The cottages are spacious but dated. Some of the cottages and similiar to a duplex, with another guest staying on the other side of the wall. Ours was like this and our neighbors were a bit noisy until 11-1130pm. We stayed here in October so cannot comment on the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of room in our cottage and everything we needed. Bathroom floor was a but dirty with some dust/hair but everything else was fine. We will be back, a nice affordable place to stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay there again,room was clean and view off the water
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for two nights with our two dogs. Quiet spot with nice view of the lake. Close to all amenities. Room was clean and kitchen well supplied (except food which we brought ;) )
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Older property. A bit run down. Coffee maker but no filters. Had a critter odor. Uncomfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is close to shops and is pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jo-Anne

Liked: Staff & service
Owner's were terrific. There was a lot of junk, old cars, tvs, etc. laying around. Saturday night was really noisy with some party going on at one of the cottages...made it difficult to sleep. While the cottage was old, it was clean. The towels and dishes could use an uodate...but we can't complain. Other than the racket on Saturday night, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely pool and play area for families. we rented a cottage which had a mini kitchen so very handy for making a meal. in room coffee machine, microwave, fridge, stove etc. lovely view from windows looking out at the water. very quiet and well maintained property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super bien placé devant le lac. Nous avons été accueillis en Français. Parfait pour notre nuit et poursuivre la route.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice large rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Vern

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property is badly in need of a upgrade... people are friendly but the rooms themselves are dated and unappealing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The cabin was very dated but it was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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