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Duck Cove Inn

3.0 star property
Ocean-side escape where travelers can relax just steps from the water, with comfortable accommodations that make exploring the coast effortless

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Duck Cove Inn, by the ocean, offers a peaceful getaway with amenities like laundry facilities and free in-room WiFi. Start your day with a hearty English breakfast before exploring. After adventures, enjoy the on-site restaurant and bar. Self-parking makes coming and going easy.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Margaree Harbour, Duck Cove Inn is on a river. Margaree Salmon Museum and Gallery La Bella Mona Lisa are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse and Margaree Fish Hatchery. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our Margaree Harbour travel guide
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Map
10289 Cabot Trail, Margaree Harbour, NS, B0E 2B0

What's nearby

  • Ingonish which includes rugged coastline
    Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    27 min drive - 40.3 km
  • The view from the lookout at the end of the Skyline Trail, overlooking the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia.
    Skyline Trail
    41 min drive - 60.0 km
  • 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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Duck Cove Inn

Motel by the ocean
You can look forward to laundry facilities, a bar, and a restaurant at Duck Cove Inn. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Duck Cove Inn offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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 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 available
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 November 1 and June 1.

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
2 children, up to the age of 5 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

  • 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

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 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, 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 STR2425T6219

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

Is Duck Cove Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Duck Cove Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM– midnight for a fee of CAD 25.

What time is check-out at Duck Cove Inn?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Duck Cove Inn located?

Situated by the ocean, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse and MacKinnons Beach. Cormier Lake and Chimney Corner Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Duck Cove Inn Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

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

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot to stay along the Cabot Trail. Great view & the breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

girouard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff , spacious room, nice views on the water
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

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

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
comfortable beds and scenery and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great people running the motel. Excellent breakfast and clean room with modern bathrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koraleigh

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

IRMA

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

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night and we were very pleased with the room and amenities provided.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place very friendly owner. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

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

10/10 Excellent

Lorri

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

8/10 Good

Sekyoung

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

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well managed and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little place right off the highway with a lovely view of a small bay. Comfy bed and seemed newly remodeled. Vanessa who checked us in was delightful and helpful in directing us to the tiny local Laundry. All Round good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness
The view was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, close to some beautiful beach areas. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view of the bay, quiet location .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of Margaree Harbour
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the cleanest places we have ever stayed. Owners were great. Very good breakfast at a reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff, quick check in, great room with awesome tv and comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very friendly and helpfull. The rooms are clean and large and recently updated. Great view from the property. The breakfast was good too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

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