The Dockside Inn & Restaurant is a great choice for a stay in Lunenburg. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Family restaurant, which serves seafood and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
St John's Anglican Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Lunenburg Opera House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Getting around
Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 84 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 16 min walk
Circle K - 12 min drive
Mug & Anchor Pub - 11 min drive
Smoke Pitt BBQ - 7 min walk
The Knot Pub - 7 min walk
About this property
The Dockside Inn & Restaurant
The Dockside Inn & Restaurant is a great choice for a stay in Lunenburg. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Family restaurant, which serves seafood and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
Hotel size
4 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Family restaurant - This family restaurant specializes in seafood and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.
Seafood - Onsite seafood restaurant. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 12.00 to 20.00 per person
Late check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 25.00
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03281353150976725-84
Also known as
Dockside Inn Lunenburg
Dockside Lunenburg
The Dockside & Restaurant
The Dockside Inn & Restaurant Inn
The Dockside Inn & Restaurant Lunenburg
The Dockside Inn & Restaurant Inn Lunenburg
Frequently asked questions
Does The Dockside Inn & Restaurant offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Dockside Inn & Restaurant does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Dockside Inn & Restaurant?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Dockside Inn & Restaurant?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Dockside Inn & Restaurant.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Dockside Inn & Restaurant?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near The Dockside Inn & Restaurant?
Yes, Family restaurant offers seafood.
What's the area around The Dockside Inn & Restaurant like?
The Dockside Inn & Restaurant is a short 1-minute walk from Lunenburg Waterfront and 2 minutes' walk from Bluenose II. Travelers give top marks for the inn's prime location.
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Reviews
The Dockside Inn & Restaurant Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The restaurant served good food and offered a great dining experience with beautiful views. (50 reviews)
Breakfast was delicious and a highlight of the stay with many guests praising the quality and variety of the meals. (11 reviews)
Loved the view and proximity to the water. Great restaurant below too!
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8/10 Very good
Aug 28, 2026
We had a huge suite overlooking the harbour. Full kitchen, comfortable beds and nice bathroom, also cable TV. Very good breakfast at additional cost. Be aware that the hotel does not have designated parking and the street parking is $2/hr between 10am and 5pm if you are in the downtown area. Also lots of stairs. But overall a great stay.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2026
Wonderful staff. Great food.
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6/10 Good
Aug 21, 2026
Great view from room 5 and the bathroom was good but the sofa and chair should definitely be skipped as not fit to be in an establishment charging the rate they are
Overall the room was tired and in a shabby condition but as I said previously,the view was excellent looking over the bay
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10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2026
Very spacious and comfortable room. Loved the view of the habour. Wish I stayed longer!
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8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2026
Fabulous view, close to all activities, lots of restaurants in area, room was huge, well equipped kitchen. No elevator, room three stories up, no parking. No room service. Breakfast not included. Good breakfast. Reasonable restaurant food.
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2026
Clean, great staff and an amazing view!
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8/10 Very good
Jul 12, 2026
We stayed in room one which is a grossness room. It is very spacious with a full kitchen and two queen beds. Lovely sitting area with beautiful views of the bay. Had sofas and chairs, a dining table, etc. The place is dated however it is clean. It was very quiet. Bedroom are OK and we had a good night sleep. We did not eat there except for using the deck and balcony overlooking the bay, which was lovely and had umbrellas for shade.Pricey for what you get however everything there is pricey.
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8/10 Very good
Feb 9, 2026
This was a great spot to stay. Large, spacious and clean. The view was fantastic and the large windows let in all of the sun.
It was very authentic and we loved the decor.
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8/10 Very good
Nov 11, 2025
Excellent location
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2025
Wonderful view, spotless room, quiet, with everything close. We really enjoyed our stay.
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6/10 Good
Jun 14, 2026
The view of the harbour from our room was great and the location to restaurants etc was very good. On street parking was hard to find. Room was very dated which I sort of expected. Linens need to be replaced and washed more effectively and area carpet was stained and tired.
Breakfast at the restaurant was good and reasonably priced.
Room came equipped with milk and creamers in the fridge as well as real glasses and mugs instead of paper and plastic. Nice touch.
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8/10 Very good
Mar 12, 2026
Had one of the "Crow" suites, was awesome view, room was spacious,clean, and comfortable. We were off season so most amenities in the area were closed. The restaurant in the hotel was open and food was good. I would stay here again, in a flash.
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8/10 Very good
Aug 30, 2025
Great location
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2025
Friendly staff
Beautiful view
Clean
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
The location and view were excellent.
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8/10 Very good
Oct 12, 2025
Perfect location, beautiful view!
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2025
Nice room with a beautiful view of the ships.
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2024
Staff were so friendly, great food at the restaurant, right in the historic district!
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2026
Nice view over the dock. Simple affair but comfortable for the 1 night.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2024
Great place to visit
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2023
Great location and fantastic view from the room.
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2025
Excellent room with a fantastic view. The service was warm and friendly.
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8/10 Very good
Nov 14, 2025
Loved the view from the room, the little extras like the creamers/milk for the coffee, spaciousness
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2025
Large room with a beautiful view. The staff at the front desk and restaurant were friendly.