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Duck Cove Inn

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Margaree Harbour motel

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Standard Room
Restaurant

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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10289 Cabot Trail, Margaree Harbour, NS, B0E 2B0
  • Place, Chimney Corner Beach
  • Place, MacKinnons Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cabot Links
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Margaree Harbour

Oceanside stay.You'll find Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse and MacKinnons Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Margaree Harbour motel. Cormier Lake and Chimney Corner Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • MacKinnons Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Cabot Links - 33 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 35 min drive - 34.2 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

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Margaree Harbour motel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Duck Cove Inn also features a vending machine, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Margaree Harbour motel is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Duck Cove Inn offers 2 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Margaree Harbour motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR2425T6219

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

Duck Cove Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rajneesh

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

10/10 Excellent

MARNA

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

Welcoming family run scenic

This lovely family run little lodge is clean & set between 2 water views. Quiet, comfy scenic & relaxing. Wake up to beautiful sunrise. Should have stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

R

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great stay!

Very clean and loved the bed. Area is not great for restaurants though. Room has microwave and fridge to use. Plan food in advance. Excellent quiet beach nearby as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Audrey

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, great service, updated rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No breakfast need to pay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot, updated rooms, very clean, great location and nice breakfast at the restaurant. The owner was very nice and offered great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

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

Great stay

Great location, beds were comfy & room was clean. Really thankful for the microwave & mini fridge!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A very nice location with great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret-Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful stop on our NS tour! They were very accommodating as we showed up after the office (and most of NS, closed up for the night.) Great conversation was had in the morning at the restaurant with the manager and another patron. The view from the balcony was spectacular! I woke at 5:30 am to catch the sunrise. Stunning!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

Shawna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 1 night in a room with two queen beds, which we found really comfortable. The bathroom looked newly renovated and was very clean. Very convenient location on the cabot trail. Just 1 restaurant nearby, which is nothing fancy but all we needed. Spent the evening at a fantastic beach nearby. I would recommend this stop and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

10/10 Excellent

Wanjun

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the two bedroom units. It has a fantastic view of the water. The beds were very comfortable, and the bedding was nice as well. The room would benefit from some fresh paint. The bathroom was fully remodeled. The only negative was the bathroom door looked like it had been trimmed top and bottom, and the luan had splintered when cut with a saw. It didn't affect the door, but it was somewhat unsightly. The co-owner, a Chinese lady was hilarious, very animated. Spoke English well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

Shawn

Travelled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Lalit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Not as the web leads you to believe

Vince and Vanessa were nice hosts but not hotrl operators. The web site was misleading and we were told it hadnt bern updated in years. There is a picture on the website that could never have been taken from the property. If you traveled over the bridge from the property yes. The biggest disappointment was they do have a restaurant but it is closed for lunch and dinner. They will open it for bkfast if you ask them to. If not, a self serve coffee pot. The only place close to eat for dinner is Cheticamp which is 30 mins away and not safe on windy darks nights nor when the fog sets in. We did not feel it was worthy of the rate charged.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

What a nice surprise!

A delightful surprise. We usually want a stay that includes breakfast, but for what we needed when, this was the best choice. (Coffee was available gratis in the lobby and we planned our own breakfast ahead of time. But there is full breakfast service in their restaurant priced by menu choice). But very happy we ended up there. Traditional single story motel of a certain age, but the room was completely redone and modernized. On a hill with a stunning view. We were running late for arrival (horrid traffic early in the day delayed our whole day) and got a call from the proprietor She was worried that we hadn't arrived yet, was close to 8, and she wanted to know if she should get any food ready for us because all the local restaurants would be closed. Above and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice room. Outside could use a makeover, but seems like the management is working on it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025