Castle Rock Country Inn

3.5 star property
Hotel in Ingonish Ferry with free breakfast

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Sun deck
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View | View from room
Lobby
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$303
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct

Explore the area

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39339 Cabot Trail, Cape Smokey, NS, B0C 1L0
  • Ski Cape Smokey
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Acadian Trail
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Highlands Links
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Economy Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Ingonish Ferry

At Castle Rock Country Inn, you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Ski Cape Smokey and 5.6 km (3.5 mi) from Cape Smokey Provincial Park. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Ingonish Ferry hotel you'll find Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

What's nearby

  • Ski Cape Smokey - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Cape Smokey Provincial Park - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Acadian Trail - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Highlands Links - 15 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Middle Head Trailhead - 17 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coastal Restaurant & Pub - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Restaurant & Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Seagull Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Salty Rose's and the Periwinkle Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's Kitchen - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Castle Rock Country Inn

Hotel in Ingonish Ferry with free breakfast
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Castle Rock Country Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Ingonish Ferry hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Castle Rock Country Inn offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Ingonish Ferry hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

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 - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 23.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Pet fee: CAD 23.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-06151002518455219-39339

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Castle Rock Country Ingonish Ferry
Castle Rock Country Inn
Castle Rock Country Inn Ingonish Ferry
Castle Rock Inn
Castle Rock Country Inn Ingonish Beach
Castle Rock Country Ingonish Beach
Castle Rock Country Inn Hotel
Castle Rock Country Inn Cape Smokey
Castle Rock Country Inn Hotel Cape Smokey

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Castle Rock Country Inn?

Castle Rock Country Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Castle Rock Country Inn?

As of 24 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castle Rock Country Inn on 22 Oct 2025 start from NZ$302.71, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Castle Rock Country Inn?

Yep, Castle Rock Country Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Castle Rock Country Inn?

The closest beach to Castle Rock Country Inn is Black Brook Beach (16.9 km).

Does Castle Rock Country Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, travelers highly rate the free buffet breakfast here! Served daily between 7 AM and 9 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Castle Rock Country Inn?

No, Castle Rock Country Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Castle Rock Country Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Reviews

Castle Rock Country Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 274 out of 583 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 583 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 583 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 583 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 583 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Aidlee

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA, PENSACOLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, nice view, great hiking not too far away, excellent breakfast with a pretty view. Everything was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

gayle

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning views! And the staff so friendly!! Great buffet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for exploring the eastern portion of Cape Breton National Park. Kim (part owner) is a great host snd made us feel very welcomed. We stayed in room #6 which is upstairs (no elevator on premise) and faces the back (not ocean view). The room is pretty standard. Decor is outdated but very clean. The included buffet breakfast has a variety of breads, yogurts, cold cuts and hot dishes like sausages and scrambled eggs. Overall we had a great experience at Castle Rock Country Inn.
Room #6
Room #6
Bathroom
Patio
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property, and conveniently located to everything the Ingonish area had to offer. The views at breakfast were stunning and inn staff were friendly and helpful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Dade City

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The super nice lady that checked us in was amazing. She was so friendly and accommodating. She grew up in the area and was able to give us a lot of information. Our rooms were comfortable and clean. There was plenty of socializing space down stairs with a television and large couch. The breakfast in the morning was delicious. Lots to choose from and the owner of the Inn, she was very friendly. Would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thought it was quaint but outdated, which isn’t a bad thing. The staff and breakfast were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older place but well maintained with great views and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savreen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area was very peaceful and picturesque.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and wonderful view
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Evangeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing view and warm breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dongmei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed one night and it was amazing. The unit has beautiful views of woods, water and sunset and sunrise. Breakfast is very yummy. Kim is super friendly and helpful. She provides useful information for our trip and she really surprised me by generously giving me the Cape Breton picture book which is full of amazing pictures of the National Park and unforgettable memories. I feel I was so spoiled as a guest. Thanks so much to Kim for the special gift.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here. Great pricing, beautiful location. Rooms are charming, comfortable, and most importantly, very clean. We got a free room upgrade which was awesome! Kim was so kind and made our stay very welcoming. Breakfast was simple but did the trick. Kim came around and took our egg order and made ham as well. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view! Very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute Inn with a loveky breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

stephanie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet peaceful property
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
really good, and beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vishakha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reza

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is amazing,nice ocean view,the route to the place is beautiful, property and room are safe and clean,staff are very friendly, helpful and considerate. We had a great time there breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, we felt at home
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was awesome, staff very helpful, overall a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024