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Duck Cove Inn

3.0 star property
Riverside motel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Restaurant
Balcony
Exterior
Lake
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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10289 Cabot Trail, Margaree Harbour, NS, B0E 2B0
  • Place, MacKinnons Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Cabot Links
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Margaree Harbour

At Duck Cove Inn you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse and MacKinnons Beach. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-out and a vending machine. Added amenities include laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Margaree Harbour motel include Cormier Lake and Chimney Corner Beach.
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What's nearby

  • MacKinnons Beach - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Cabot Links - 24 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 27 min drive - 40.3 km
  • Skyline Trail - 41 min drive - 60.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Belle View Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Woodroad Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lobster Pound Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Family Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Belle View Restaurant Ltd - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Duck Cove Inn

Riverside motel with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Duck Cove Inn also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Margaree Harbour motel is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Duck Cove Inn offers 2 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Satellite televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Margaree Harbour motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 7 to 18 for adults and CAD 7 to 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On a river

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: CAD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 November and 1 June.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 full breakfast: approximately CAD 7 to 18 for adults and CAD 7.0 to 18 for children
  • Late check-in fee: CAD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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 credit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR2425T6219

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Duck Cove Inn Margaree Harbour
Duck Cove Margaree Harbour
Duck Cove
Duck Cove Inn Margaree Harbour Cape Breton Island Nova Scotia
Duck Cove Inn Motel
Duck Cove Inn Margaree Harbour
Duck Cove Inn Motel Margaree Harbour

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Duck Cove Inn?

Duck Cove Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Duck Cove Inn?

Yep, Duck Cove Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Duck Cove Inn?

Yep, Duck Cove Inn is a short 16-minute walk from MacKinnons Beach.

Does Duck Cove Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors are hooked on the full brekkie here! Offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Duck Cove Inn?

No, Duck Cove Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Duck Cove Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Duck Cove Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Duck Cove Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Duck Cove Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 343 out of 910 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 910 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 910 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 910 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 910 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet motel with river views.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was amazing so friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean recently updated room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for Cabot Trail trek.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul, Ste. Marie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
We arrived after dark, and missed the driveway due to no lighting whatsoever at this property... had to turnaround and come back. The motel property itself is very dated, but the rooms were clean. The receptionist was somewhat impatient. I would not probably stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koraleigh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing! Very friendly and explained everything we needed to know and gave restaurant recommendations! Gorgeous views and beautiful rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniella, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and clean room, modern bathroom. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Just wish we had been told that the restaurant was closed for the season - we had no idea and went to the (empty) front desk at 7:50 am and again at 8:25 am for breakfast before giving up. Delayed the start of our day (guess we should have done more research on the off season before travelling - wasn’t expecting it to be as difficult as it was to find someplace that was open to grab a bite to eat). Would stay here again (not off season lol)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

myrna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This property had very clean rooms. The owners were very friendly and helpful. Although we paid for breakfast it was delicious. The outside looked like they were working on the property. I would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with partner
Property is quite old and tired but very clean. Staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

IRMA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good parking and safe
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of water. Comfy beds. Updated bathroom with great shower. Parking right outside of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were incredibly friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Truly enjoyed. Recently upgraded. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sekyoung

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Except for the unfriendly receptionist, the place was clean, had a nice view, and the breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds and linen excellent in double queen room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners work very hard and continue to upgrade the property. Very friendly and easy to talk with.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Okay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly & accommodating. The beds were the best we’ve slept in during our two weeks of travelling. Everything is very clean. Although this motel does not offer a free breakfast, they have a very reasonably priced on-site restaurant. The food was excellent (especially the coffee) and the view spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from the balcony. Dated property but well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was love!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and updated. Staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Duck Cove Inn is a charming, family-run inn nestled along the world-famous Cabot Trail. With panoramic views of the Margaree River and Valley, it’s affectionately known as “The Inn with the View”. and for good reason. We enjoy the tranquility and natural beauty that surrounds the property. It is a perfect base for exploring Cape Breton Island.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

purush, varkala

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

4/10 Poor

Chiragkumar

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025