The Robin's Nest Tobermory

3.5 star property
Adults-only guesthouse in Tobermory with free breakfast

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The Mermaid Inn Tobermory, near Big Tub Lighthouse, offers continental breakfast each morning and a welcoming firepit for evening relaxation. Visitors can borrow bicycles to explore or enjoy the garden with WiFi. Guests consistently praise the beautiful setting and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

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Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Yard
Deck/patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
7398 Hwy #6, Northern Bruce Peninsula, ON, N0H 2R0

What's nearby

  • Fathom Five National Marine Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Big Tub Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Little Cove Provincial Park - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Bruce Peninsula National Park - 9 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Cyprus Lake - 16 min drive - 17.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Tub Sub Shop - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tobermory Brewing Co & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Crowsnest Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Hiker - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Las Chulas - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Robin's Nest Tobermory

Guesthouse near Fathom Five National Marine Park
Located close to Big Tub Lighthouse, The Robin's Nest Tobermory provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, outdoor furniture, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and heated floors, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and Tempur-Pedic beds
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and satellite channels
  • Private yards, heated floors, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to May 1:
  • Parking area

Access methods

Access code

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per pet, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of CAD 15
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 19 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 19 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per pet, per stay plus CAD 15 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 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 credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property requires a non-refundable 30% deposit upon booking.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 19 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Robin's Nest Tobermory pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of CAD 30 per pet, per stay. A cleaning fee of CAD 15 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Robin's Nest Tobermory?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Robin's Nest Tobermory?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Robin's Nest Tobermory?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Robin's Nest Tobermory located?

Located in the heart of Tobermory, this guesthouse is steps from Fathom Five National Marine Park and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Big Tub Lighthouse. Bruce Peninsula National Park and Cyprus Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The Robin's Nest Tobermory Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 198 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful home and surroundings Nice welcome, huge room, private balcony..quiet, comfortable bed Nice personal touches like a welcome basket, great location, walking distance to the boat rides and little shops Great breakfast and choices
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome, well appointed rooms, and amazing location... Close to virtually everything. Owners, Robin & Jim, are super friendly, down to earth people that really care about your experience... A must go if you're planning a stay in Tobermory, Ontario.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with GREAT inclusive owners! Close to town and walkable or there’s bikes on site to cruise around on. Loved this propert and would return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would highly recommend this Inn. It was within walking distance to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful place to stay

A unique property to stay in Tobermory which feels like home. Loved the decor and the property manager was such a pleasure to deal,with, she even made us a outdoor fire in the fire pit 😁
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. The owners Jim and Robin were nice. The breakfast provided was good. We were not pleased that we couldn’t smoke outside our room as they have bears around at night. We had to go to the road area where our car was. They should perhaps put this on their listing of the property. Also it was over priced for what we got.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our room! Immaculately clean, very spacious and really nicely decorated. Had great helpful touches including a night light in the bathroom (which we both really appreciated), games and puzzles and tourist information. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the eclectic vibe of this place! Yvette the host was so wonderful and extremely helpful! The place was clean and the king bed in our room was like a giant marshmallow! So comfortable! We enjoyed the beautiful surroundings. A must to stay and enjoy Tobermory!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marley

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

Amazing Hospitality

Yvette was fantastic! Everything was clean and quaint, she even brought us coffee in the morning. Incredible hospitality. I can’t wait to come back again and explore more.
comfy, cozy bed
beautiful bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay there again without hesitation. Problem was there wasn’t much in Tobermory.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful gem of a place. Only negative remark would be, You can hear everything in the house, thank goodness it rained every night to muffle the noise from other guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frederic

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place !! The only thing , no AC in the room . Yvette was very very nice with us .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice bohemian decor. We enjoyed the privacy, as we booked a room above the garage, separate from the main house. It was peaceful, except occasional traffic, along hwy 6.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

Beautiful

Absolutely lovely Inn, right on highway 6. Walking distance to the marina and shops/restaurants in Tobermory, and within 15 minutes of Bruce National Park, The Grotto, and Halfway Log Dump. Lots of restaurant options across the street, as well as a grocery store. Yvette the Innkeeper was delightful. They have bikes you can take if you’d rather not walk to town. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tamara

We could hear people living upstairs walking, dropping things, moving chair etc. This place is showing location on the map is incorrect. It is not located next to Bay St, it's located three blocks away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very rustic charming. If you’re looking for 5* amenities you won’t get that here. However, the grounds are lovely and it’s peaceful. Yvette, the innkeeper is helpful and knowledgeable about the area. The suites are not soundproof and can use some updates but still charming in keeping with the inn theme. Only real negative is the price. $400 per night. Far too much for what you get.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Paula Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Little disappointed with sounds of people upstairs, didn’t appear to be insulated so you could hear everything people were doing. Also tried to watch tv before bed but no wifi working
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the different parks in the area, and the town was very walkable if chosen to do so. 10 min walk into the town, 15-20 min drive to singing sands or the grotto. Also close to food spots if you're hungry for a meal. Jim and Robin were great hosts, breakfast every morning was fresh with fruits and a sandwich/burrito. They provided wonderful recommendations that did not disappoint, and they were knowledgeable about the area. Rooms were clean, nice hot shower, and a mini fridge to store anything you brought. Overall, great experience and some of the kindest people around. Would definitely recommend and come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted by our host as soon as we arrived. Robin and her husband gave us a warm welcome and introduced us to our room that back to a enchanted forest. The deck was so welcoming to relax contemplate or just read a book. The room was rustic decor but yet very cozy. Every morning we were invited to the outdoor kitchen and enjoyed a warm breakfast prepare Robin and Jim (I hope I got your name right) and hot coffee! Thank you both for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property and owners!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Liked: Amenities
My mom and I loved our time at the Robin’s Nest! We would highly recommend! We will be going back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and great service !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would highly recommend this stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful stay! The accommodation was absolutely excellent — just a short walk to town. The rooms were beautifully decorated with thoughtful touches, and the beds were incredibly comfortable. Breakfast was beyond delicious — truly the perfect start to each day
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cami

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

Never saw a bear

We loved it! Stayed in the loft upstairs and it was lovely. Huge bed, great open space and the private deck overlooking the parks/woods was wonderful. Breakfast was able to be ‘to go’ so warmed breakfast sandwiches and burrito types. Perf loCation - easy and safe to walk on the road. I also used the provided bike and biked around a bit too. Two taco places across the street. Loved the views and both Robin and Jim were incredibly personable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025