Skip to main content

Duck Cove Inn

3.0 star property
Riverfront motel with a restaurant and a bar

Choose dates to view prices

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

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 2 of 2 rooms

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
10289 Cabot Trail, Margaree Harbour, NS, B0E 2B0

What's nearby

  • Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • MacKinnons Beach - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Cabot Links - 33 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 36 min drive - 40.3 km
  • Skyline Trail - 54 min drive - 60.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Belle View Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Woodroad Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Family Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Belle View Restaurant Ltd - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lobster Pound Bistro - ‬4 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 a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises
  • 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

Similar properties

Reception
Big Intervale Fishing Lodge
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 120 reviews
Big Intervale Fishing Lodge

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

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 a 15-minute walk of Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse and MacKinnons Beach. Cormier Lake and Chimney Corner Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Duck Cove Inn Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 342 out of 908 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 908 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 908 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 908 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 908 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

Janice

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

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

Lorri

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

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

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

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and had everything we wanted in our one day stay. Will recommend to others.
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

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

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

purush

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

10/10 Excellent

Tri

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

Sylvain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the view spectacular!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely balcony view over the harbour in a lovely fall forested area. Room prices were higher than expected, we seniors travelling could use a break ocassionally.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very polite and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable beds however the room and bathroom were dated and you could see patching on the walls.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is large and clean. Office staff friendly and helpful. Beautiful view from a deck off the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed only for a short overnight rest after hiking in the Cape Bretton, but the cleanliness of the room and newly renovated bathroom was impressed. There are a couple of quite sandy beaches close by to swim and watch the sunset and wake up to watch the sunrise and beautiful mountain and river next morning from the room window.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Antonio

Disliked: Amenities
the Cove inn is not a hotel its a motel needs some TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Boris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was recently nicely renovated. Mattress, pillows and bedding were top quality. Made for a nice sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and bathroom were clean and recently renovated, except for bathroom door. I was disappointed that the restaurant listed only served breakfast. Location was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cleanest hotel/motel in Canada!

This is a great place to stay. One of the cleanest hotels I’ve ever been in. The staff will do anything to make the stay worthwhile.
View from room
Down the road
1km away from hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick, efficient and friendly. Room was clean and comfortable. Location was good for basing a trip on the Cabot Trail. Balcony view was really good. Not a very good value for the class of room. Overall, a good choice for trekking the Cabot Trail
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025