Hillside Motel places travelers at the doorstep of Irving Nature Park and Reversing Falls. Nearby golf courses and ziplining offer adventure. The on-site deli provides quick meals, and amenities like laundry facilities and in-room WiFi keep guests connected and comfortable.
Located near the beach, Hillside Motel is in Island View, a neighborhood in Saint John. Bay Ferries and Marco Polo Cruise Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Reversing Falls Rapids and Irving Nature Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at TD Station. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and rock climbing. Visit our Saint John travel guide
1131 Manawagonish Rd, Saint John, NB, E2M3X5
What's nearby
Lancaster Crossing
2 min drive - 1.9 km
Wolastoq Park
2 min drive - 2.2 km
Moosehead Brewery Ltd.
2 min drive - 1.9 km
Irving Nature Park
3 min drive - 2.9 km
Saint John Regional Hospital
10 min drive - 9.8 km
Getting around
Saint John, NB (YSJ)
23 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
6 min drive
McDonald's
3 min drive
Tim Hortons
2 min drive
Tim Hortons
6 min drive
Tim Hortons
4 min drive
About this property
Hillside Motel
Hotel near Reversing Falls Rapids
Located close to Irving Nature Park and Bay Ferries, Hillside Motel provides a golf course, laundry facilities, and a snack bar/deli. Adventurous travelers may like the ziplining at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self parking
A vending machine, a front-desk safe, and bicycle parking
Laundry services and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
18-hole golf course
Ski lift privileges
Wine tasting room
Wine tours
Yoga classes
Ziplining
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Proposal/romance packages
Outdoors
Direct access to the beach
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
More
2 buildings
2 floors
Built in 1968
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
27-inch TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Restaurant dining guides
More
Access via exterior corridors
Desk
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laundry detergent
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 29.75 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of CAD 29.75 and a deposit of CAD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 10 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
Optional extras
Pet deposit: CAD 150 per stay
Pet fee: CAD 29.75 per pet, per night plus CAD 29.75 one-time cleaning fee
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Hillside Motel Saint John
Hillside Saint John
Hillside Hotel Saint John
Hillside Motel Saint John, New Brunswick
Hillside Motel Saint John
Hillside Motel Hotel
Hillside Motel Saint John
Hillside Motel Hotel Saint John
Frequently asked questions
Is Hillside Motel pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of CAD 150 per stay and a fee of CAD 29.75 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of CAD 29.75 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Hillside Motel?
As of 2026/3/6, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hillside Motel on 2026/3/7 start from NT$2,297, excluding 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hillside Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Hillside Motel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Hillside Motel located?
Located in Island View, this golf hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Reversing Falls Rapids and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Bay Ferries. Irving Nature Park and Saint Joseph's Hospital are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Hillside Motel Reviews
6.8
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6.8
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
8.0
Staff & service
6.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 391 reviews
10 - Excellent
76
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 391 reviews
8 - Good
110
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 391 reviews
6 - Okay
105
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 391 reviews
4 - Poor
59
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 391 reviews
2 - Terrible
41
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Katurah
2025/11/7
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very friendly, beautiful view. Liked the kitchenette area in the room
Friendly check in; room is basic but clean. Nice motel.
tyler
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Sue
2025/9/20
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The manager was very helpful as I booked the room online and we have bicycles, equipment, food bins, etc. He helped us check out other possibilities for our stay & we had success!
Nice view, close to downtown too. The units are very basic, mostly clean and safe.
Lokesh Kant was helpful in making us comfortable during our stay. He was informative when we asked about places of interest to visit while in the area. We enjoyed talking with him as he was very personable. We definitely would recommend Hillside Motel. It was not the Taj Mahal, but for the value price, it was worth staying there. If and when we are in St John, we would stay there again.
The room was nice, in one of the two houses at the facility instead of the motel proper. It has a mini fridge, sink and 2 beds. Beds were ok for comfort. Had a bit of an old house smell.
The area doesn't have much, and is in a neighborhood with a bit of urban decay.
The owner was lovely, taking interest in what we doing in town and checking in with us whenever we saw him.
Noisy vulgar guests, bed was suoer comfy. Room was not the cleanest, stained sheets, bathroom needed a good bleaching. Owner was very nice, and his puppy was a sweetie!
Jessica
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Serge
2025/6/10
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
A nice place for an overnighter
This is a quaint little motel. Very clean, close to restaurant, mall, and other essential services. It is a reasonable distance from the ferry.
It is older and somewhat dates but everything worked fine. It is quiet.
Just what was needed for a restful night before the ferry
Serge
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
William
2025/6/9
Bathroom had no plugins, only a rack to use as a table. Bed was very comfortable.
This property is very economical and affordable. They upgraded my room without any extra cost. The owner is awesome and helpful. I will definitely visit again.
A super comfortable bed, quiet area, and a free room upgrade was much appreciated! Definitely worth it and will return next time we’re in town! Thanks!
Tracy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Coach
2024/6/10
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Owner was extremely accommodating and understanding with our late check in. He upgraded our room to make our room easier to find if he was unavailable when we arrived. Location was very convenient to catch the ferry to Digby. The room suited our needs- close to the ferry for early departure the following morning.
Coach
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
8/10 Good
ROBIN
2024/10/7
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The host was very nice and gave us great sightseeing info.
Our room was nice, with everything we needed, but it needed updating. The bay window needed work and the bathroom was out of date, with not enough places to hang towels to dry.
Only good thing: quiet residential location, close to plazas.
Other than that:
1.Extremely old buildings with 7' ceilings and moldy "pioneer village" kind smell.
2. Sanitary drains above the floor and require an electric drain pump (that periodically turns on making loud noise) to prevent the sewer from overflow into the rooms. Afraid to imagine what happens during power outages...
3. Light fixture above the bathtub (electrocution hazard).
4. Broken garbage can: won't open by a pedal. The cover has to be lifted manually.
5. Dirty floors and funny smelling towels and blankets.
6. Non-armed but loaded with moldy bait mousetraps and mouse droppings in the cupboards.
7. Moldy shower curtain.
8. Found 3 spiders and a couple of other insects in the room.
9. Metal skillets provided, yet no range. How metal kitchenware can be used in the microwave oven? (Wouldn't use them anyway: extremely dirty.)
10. No A/C. When I was there, it wasn't warm at all, but how do tourists survive there in the summer?
11. No entrance mat. Very important, since it was raining and the floor was getting messy and slippery. Notified the owner 3 (!) times over several hours to get a mat and a couple more towels (for a family of 4, there were only 2 towels). He was "busy" even in the evening, while not present at the site. Finally, he brought 3 towels (1 as a mat!) after the 3rd call, when I already told him that it was no more relevant, since we were about to go to bed.