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Carolyn Beach Inn & Restaurant

2.5 star property
Beachfront relaxation meets outdoor fun at this freshly remodeled motel where guests can enjoy deli treats while soaking in beautiful coastal scenery

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A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a window with curtains, and an air conditioner. - Carolyn Beach Inn & Restaurant (Thessalon)
A rocky shoreline with a wooden picnic table. - Carolyn Beach Inn & Restaurant (Thessalon)
A lakeside building with a dock, surrounded by autumn-colored trees. - Carolyn Beach Inn & Restaurant (Thessalon)
Two Adirondack chairs on a sandy shore by a calm lake with autumn foliage in the background. - Carolyn Beach Inn & Restaurant (Thessalon)
Front of property - Carolyn Beach Inn & Restaurant (Thessalon)
The Carolyn Beach Inn & Restaurant's 2021 remodel brings fresh energy to this beachfront property. Guests can enjoy the garden, deli, or playground. Free WiFi keeps everyone connected, and the attentive staff ensures a smooth, worry-free stay.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Beachfront

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a view of the water.

Standard Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Beachfront

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Beachfront

A hotel room with two beds, a dresser, a microwave, and a lamp.

Standard Single Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Beachfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a wooden floor.

Standard Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the beach.

Single Room with Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Thessalon, Carolyn Beach Inn & Restaurant is on a private beach. Simpson Mine Shaft and Bruce Mines Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Huron and Little White River Provincial Park. Visit our Thessalon travel guide
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1 Lakeside Drive, Thessalon, ON, P0R 1L0

What's nearby

  • Simpson Mine Shaft
    15 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Bruce Mines Marina
    15 min drive - 15.3 miles
  • Bruce Mines Museum
    15 min drive - 15.3 miles
  • Iron Bridge Arena
    25 min drive - 23.5 miles
  • North Channel Inshore Provincial Park Provincial Park
    32 min drive - 20.7 miles

Getting around

  • Sault Ste. Marie, ON (YAM-Sault Ste. Marie Airport)
    91 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Horton's
    1 min walk
  • bobbers in Bruce mines
    8 min drive
  • Sunset Beach Family Restaurant
    17 min walk
  • Thessalon pizza
    2 min drive
  • Sinton Tavern & Restaurant
    2 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive lockbox information
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 20 per accommodation, per night (maximum CAD 20 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of CAD 10
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: CAD 20 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 20 per accommodation, per night (maximum CAD 20 per stay) plus CAD 10 one-time cleaning fee
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Carolyn Beach Inn & Restaurant pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 20 per accommodation, per night. A cleaning fee of CAD 10 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Carolyn Beach Inn & Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Carolyn Beach Inn & Restaurant?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Carolyn Beach Inn & Restaurant located?

This Thessalon motel is on the beach, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Huron, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Bruce Mines Marina and Cranberry Lake. Simpson Mine Shaft and Bruce Mines Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Carolyn Beach Inn & Restaurant Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 464 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 464 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 464 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 464 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 464 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet Farr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the motel is excellent; just off highway 17. The room was clean & quiet, and felt very safe. The lake view was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The view is amazing! Wish we got there earlier to try the restaurant and sit on the beach :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was just clean as clean could be. The scenery was beautiful as the sun glistened over the lake was located outside our window-you just sit on the lawn chairs on your porch-very peaceful and relaxing. Only thing that was a disapointment was the the restaraunt was not open for business yet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Purav

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

John

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location by the water and close to gas/food/highway. The room seemed clean but the fact that someone's stale pizza was sitting in the fridge was not encouraging. Poor lighting didn't help confidence either. Plus the bathroom fan clanked away something terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was OK, but needs maintenance. The bathroom sink was very slow to drain, the toilet seat was extremely loose and the shower curtain was ‘cheap.” The view of the bay is quite outstanding and the beach is a real added touch.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

R. Keenan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location with a beautiful view but just feels like there is very little upkeep. Broken mirror in the bathroom, fan in the bathroom sounded like it was going to take off. Some of the lights didn’t work. Toilet roll holder barely hanging on the wall. It’s not a bad spot but just needs some love. Beautiful beach on the shore of Huron.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful location

Location was great. One of the best pet friendly places
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
View is fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, quiet area, nice beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised with this quaint small Inn. It has two floor level wings and both essentially look out onto a beautiful rock and sandy beach of Lake Huron. The Inn has a restaurant that was unfortunately closed for renovations when we arrived. The manager suggested we just drive into town and try a local restaurant. We did and enjoyed a meal at Kosmo's Pizza, that surprisingly had a menu that was almost identical to what Carolyn Beach Inn had posted. The rooms were all that is needed for a stop and overnight rest spot. The room was clean, TV worked, Microwave worked, full set of towels for two people, soaps and shampoo included. The rooms are dated but have been painted and carpets appeared clean. The AC worked but not adequately...it continued to cycle on and off and only minimally kept the room cool on a hot June night. Obviously non smoking rooms and I did not smell any untoward fumes/smells. I understand the Inn is approximately 60years old. We would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sunsets over Lake Huron were amazing!
Sunset sitting on the picnic table
View ariving at the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Zeeshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay, rooms were clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Dennis

Clean room and beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness
We had excellent Indian cuisine in the restaurant. Our room was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed a great view of the sunset from the hotel beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little motel by the lake. Such an amazing sunset view. Dinner was great-butter chicken was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Larry

This is a great location... rooms have a view of the lake... Place is a bit dated but the rooms are clean. Restaurant on site and the food is decent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the bay. Great view for a sunser
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness
Thoroughly enjoyed my one night stay. The hotel room was clean. Beds were comfy and the view was beautiful. Also ate dinner at the restaurant and the food was awesome.!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place near the lake. Owner was very committed, came at 11:30 for check in and he was happy to help us. Awesome quiet stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great views and lovely location. Good place to stay while working on the road
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love the lake view. This was our third time. We go for the view. Rooms are clean but dated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just an absolutely beautiful location !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great stay with a water view!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place with a private beach. But the beach chairs were broken. Otherwise, very relaxing place. Food at restaurant was great as was the service. Chairs to relax at the out front door. Room was clean and very roomy with a beautiful view of the lake. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025