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The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near DeCoste Entertainment Centre

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The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages provides a peaceful retreat just steps from Pictou Marina. Guests can wander through the garden, use the in-room WiFi to plan their day, and ask the staff for assistance with tour tickets to explore the surrounding area.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Superior Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
241 West River Road, Pictou, NS, B0K1H0

What's nearby

  • McCulloch Heritage Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • DeCoste Entertainment Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hector Heritage Quay - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Caspers Gifts and Crafts - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Pictou Marina - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Murphy’s Margaritaville - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cassa De Chief - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Nest - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages

Motel near DeCoste Entertainment Centre
Located close to Pictou Marina, The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old
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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03011430334276559-241

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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Lionstone Inn
Lionstone Inn Pictou
Lionstone Pictou
The Lionstone Inn Pictou, Nova Scotia
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Lionstone Inn Motel Cottages Pictou
Lionstone Inn Motel Cottages
Lionstone Cottages Pictou
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lionstone Inn Motel and 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 The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages located?

Situated in Pictou, this motel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from DeCoste Entertainment Centre and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Pictou Marina. Waterside Beach Provincial Park and Nova Scotia Museum of Industry are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 715 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 715 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 715 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 715 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 715 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the front desk staff very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay here regularly, fair price and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service
Reasonable price, good location, and friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noreen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our experience here was great. The room was clean, front desk people were friendly. The room was like having your own little 2 bedroom apartment, with a kitchen and living room. Will definitely look into staying her again when ever we come to a show at the Decoste Centre.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cute little kitchen, comfortable beds, close to ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

SUN KYUNG

It was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness
Parking was great. Needs to be updated old paneling on walks and a lot of Mike in bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay at this property 2 times a year, and like the convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a 6 night stay, Staff was so friendly and their hospitality went above and beyond.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LIANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and there are several fast food stores nearby, like McDonald, Subway, Tim Hortons.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lady at the front desk was very thoughtful and helpful, too!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place with all the amenities you need for a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Virginia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very dated and needs a facelift
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was very helpful and supportive we have a great stay of 4 nights kitchen and washrooms were very clean Would visit again ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and roomy. Quiet. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Murray

This is pretty much a place construction workers stay at. Unfortunately there was an altercation going on with someone clearly not in a normal state of mind trying to get a room for his buddy and a couple young ladies so he started trashing the front entrance. The young fellow that was representing the motel locked the door and called the police I found it entertaining but most would probably not be comfortable with this
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was a cozy well kept property and the owners/workers were very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent budget hotel. We were surprised to find a kitchenette and used it. Our room was very clean and surprisingly quiet. It also had a new heat pump ac.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Terry

Needs a redo badly. Pretty clean but for the mould around the tub. Old furniture, and room needs paint all over.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room nice with 2 double beds, bathroom small but very clean. Kitchenette a bit underwhelming but we didnt use. its a great location to enjoy Pictou and the waterfront as short, easy drive. Had issues turning on tv but didnt really need it. Would stay there again, like having outside access to room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a pleasant stay here. Everything was fine!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Blayr

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room rate. Dated motel that needs upgrades.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Amenities
Very friendly people to deal with .Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not much to say, good amenities, we arrived at 10pm, they were waiting for us, it was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Easy to find and close to town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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