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Cabot Trail Motel

2.5 star property
Motel on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool

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Room, 1 Queen Bed
Lake
Balcony

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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8450 Trans Canada Hwy 105, Baddeck, NS, B0E 1B0
  • Place, Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kidston Island Beach Ferry
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Double Beds | Bathroom

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 16 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Baddeck

At Cabot Trail Motel you'll be steps from Bras d'Or Lake and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall. Highlights at this beachfront motel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The family restaurant, Cabot Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a picnic area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Baddeck motel, you'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Kidston Island Beach Ferry.
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What's nearby

  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 3 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 3 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall - 3 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 4 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Bell Bay Golf Club - 4 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Rose’s Smash Burger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tom's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Freight Shed - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Red Barn - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Cabot Trail Motel

Motel on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Cabot Trail Motel also features a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Baddeck motel.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Cabot Trail Motel offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 13 to 19 for adults and CAD 13 to 19 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cabot Restaurant

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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 lift (single-level property)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 19 2025 to May 15 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the dining venues
  • Beach
  • Breakfast
  • Swimming pool
The property is closed between 16 October and 19 May.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 13 to 19 for adults and CAD 13 to 19 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03061100398165773-8448

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Cabot Trail Motel Baddeck
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Cabot Trail Motel?

Cabot Trail Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Cabot Trail Motel?

Yep, Cabot Trail Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Cabot Trail Motel?

The closest beach to Cabot Trail Motel is Inverness Beach (42.7 km).

Does Cabot Trail Motel have a pool?

Cabot Trail Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June to September). The swimming pool will be unavailable from October 19 2025 to May 15 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Cabot Trail Motel serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Please note that breakfast will unavailable between October 19 2025 and May 15 2026 (subject to change).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cabot Trail Motel?

No, Cabot Trail Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Cabot Trail Motel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Cabot Trail Motel's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.One of the dining venues will be unavailable from October 19 2025 to May 15 2026 (dates subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at Cabot Trail Motel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Cabot Trail Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Cabot Trail Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 619 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 619 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 619 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 619 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 619 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only there one night, but it worked for our purposes
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley Anne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The lady who checked us in was very nice. Our room was clean (except for the worn out and stained carpet) but dated. The exterior of the property is updated and beautiful but they need to improve the rooms. We enjoyed sitting in the patio chairs in front of our room for our morning coffee, which looked out over Bras d’Or Lake. We would stay there again but hopefully they update the rooms a bit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good bang for your buck . Food was great too .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Crystal

Liked: Staff & service
Absolutely loved the location but motel definitely needs upgrading
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUSTUM

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nolette

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful! The restaurant has amazing breakfast options and delicious food!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

june

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the comfortable room and the good restaurant on site. All the people/staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

Travelled with partner
Staff were great! Dinners were delicious 😋. Beds were comfortable and a/c was welcome! Would have preferred a larger TV
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are a bit dated, but they are very clean and comfortable. Everyone was so friendly, and check in was easy. We ate dinner at the on-site restaurant and enjoyed the experience, the view, and the food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rodney

Liked: Staff & service

Ok for a night.

Decent motel style with great view of Bras D’or Lake but the bathroom was a little sketchy as the hot water turned off in the middle of my shower. The bed was soft but that’s not my preference. Service was great in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Very nice staff. I would recommend this motel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adithya

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely well maintained property. The staff are very polite and friendly. Beautiful view overlooking the waterfront. Happy with over stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cal

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older but well upkept motel, with restaurant and a great view overlooking the water.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Andre J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Small room and old. Nice location and nice view
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Bed are good. Food a little expensive Scenery fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Employees were very friendly and made check in an excellent experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

10/10 Excellent

Sidney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was great. Room could have been updated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leeann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view. Good restaurant great price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Cabot Trail Motel. Kids loved the outdoor pool, deck, restaurant and that the car was right outside the door. Staff was very pleasant. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Less than 5 minutes to the town with lots of shopping options and close to the Cabot Trail of course.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025