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Duck Cove Inn

Property class: 3

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A lakeside lodge with a large building and a smaller structure, surrounded by dense forest and a hill in the background.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with a view of trees, and wooden ceiling beams.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with chairs, a small table, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
A lakeside view of a small community with houses and a church.

Reviews

8.4 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 Front Lighthouse
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Cabot Links
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 reviews)
  • 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 Front 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 Whale Cove Beach and Cormier Lake.
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What's nearby

  • MacKinnons Beach - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Margaree Harbour Range Front Lighthouse - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Cabot Links - 23 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 27 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Skyline Trail - 41 min drive - 60.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Belle View Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Woodroad Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Family Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Belle View Restaurant Ltd - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Duck Cove Inn

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

  • Smoking not allowed

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 charged 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

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 charged 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

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 449 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1006 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, quiet location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property very clean and well maintained and the owners were very friendly. I highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very clean and staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated and staff are very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very nice hosts, very clean environment. We would chose this place again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, welcoming , and great views.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated rooms with excellent features. Great bed, bath, tv, and beautiful view of the Cove.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean friendly motel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet relaxing hotel with excellent views and a very helpful staff. Rooms were spotless and I enjoyed the larger space. For a motel, it was excellent and recently renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, view of the water, staff was very friendly, the restaurant opens a bit late for us early risers.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a stopover for the night doing the Cabot trail. Helpful staff, decent rooms, clean and up to date. Breakfast was quite good. I’d definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely recommend staying here. Staff are great I was late to check in and they accomodated me and messaged me and were very friendly. A great view and restaurant and rooms were very clean. Will be staying there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean rooms, beautiful view, easy to find! Not a lot in the area for food or coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The rooms were well kept and clean. The owners were extremely hospitable and friendly. The best spot to stay if you are looking to loop Cabot Trail.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we really enjoyed our stay at the duck cove, the only thing was we had no phone but that was just minor, it was super clean and very quiet, we really enjoyed the nice view, thanks again and we will like to come back again, from donna and brian.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good start to our trip into Cape Breton.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing view. Very helpful staff. Breakfast was quick and delicious (added cost but knew that going there). Loved sitting outside in the evening looking at the water.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful view felt like I was in a painting!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think they can provide breakfast and it would make it a very good option
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Location is good other than nothing to mention
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room was recently updated, nice view out front but resturant was closed, we were referred to a resturant close by.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very clean. The owner is continuing to upgrade which is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Restaurant /breakfast shld be open on Sundays also. Nonetheless , staff are helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026