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Cabot Trail Motel

2.5 star property
Beach motel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Lake
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Cabot Trail Motel sits by the lake, offering a retreat for travelers. Guests can enjoy meals at the restaurant, in-room WiFi, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Attentive staff ensures comfort, while barbecue grills offer outdoor dining opportunities.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NT$3,488
NT$4,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30

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Room, 2 Double Beds | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 172 sq ft
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 172 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

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8450 Trans Canada Hwy 105, Baddeck, NS, B0E 1B0

What's nearby

  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Bell Bay Golf Club - 6 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
  • ‪The Freight Shed At The Terrace - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Freight Shed - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Cabot Trail Motel

Motel by the lake
Cabot Trail Motel provides amenities like a firepit and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a dock, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Cabot Trail Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Decks/patios, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping

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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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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 elevator (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

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 October 16 and May 19.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to 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
Cabot Trail Motel
Cabot Trail Baddeck
Cabot Trail Hotel Baddeck
Cabot Trail Motel Baddeck, Nova Scotia - Cape Breton Island
Cabot Trail Motel Motel
Cabot Trail Motel Baddeck
Cabot Trail Motel Motel Baddeck

Frequently asked questions

Does Cabot Trail Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–8:00 PM. The pool will be unavailable from October 19 2025 to May 15 2026 (dates subject to change).

How much does it cost to stay at Cabot Trail Motel?

As of 2025/11/1, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cabot Trail Motel on 2025/11/29 start from NT$3,488, 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.

Is Cabot Trail Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Cabot Trail Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cabot Trail Motel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Cabot Trail Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cabot Trail Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Baddeck motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bras d'Or Lake, Kidston Island Beach Ferry, and Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall. Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre and Kidston Island Lighthouse are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Cabot Trail Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 616 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 616 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 616 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 616 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 616 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

SHOFIQUE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and the stuffs were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nolette

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

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

8/10 Good

Stephen

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

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the Cabot Trail just outside of Baddeck. Staff were friendly, place was very clean, but the walls are thin between rooms and quite dated. Overall a good stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great property and excellent staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was a lovely but older motel with friendly staff and a lovely restaurant facing the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Went to Baddeck Lobster Suppers and a Ceilidh concert .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Staff were very friendly. Room was very clean and had everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
View was beautiful, staff very friendly. Retro rooms but comfortable bed. Restaurant wasn’t open yet as it was their first weekend open this year
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant on site Room was a good size, clean with a deck and lovely view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and view of water staff was excellent , vould not ask for a better place to stay .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our two night stay at Cabot Trail Motel. It was conveniently located close to the trail, offered a great breakfast, had super friendly and welcoming staff, and was clean. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome views of Bras D’Or Lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view. Friendly staff. Great restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

pinki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s so cozy . Rooms were clean and excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very accommodating the location beautiful dining was excellent . Very relaxing !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Warmest and most relaxing place I have stayed at for quite a while. Staff SO friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel was rustic but clean; views were amazing; dining room was great and staff was outgoing ad friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view was amazing, the staff were incredible, and the rooms clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay again if we come through.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The views are sensational
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Had a good meal in their restaurant great view super clean windows so spectacular scenery; swimming pool was clean and temperature was refreshing on a hot day; staff a very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views great staff. The room could use some repairs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Amenities
A little dated but clean and the staff was very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023