Cabot Trail Motel

Baddeck beachfront motel with restaurant

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November 2025

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December 2025

Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Nestled by the lake, Cabot Trail Motel offers a charming retreat. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, connect with in-room WiFi, or relax by the seasonal outdoor pool. The helpful staff and barbecue grills add to this motel's warm atmosphere.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Free parking

Main amenities (8)

Housekeeping (on request)
On the beach
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Seasonal outdoor pool
Air conditioning
Picnic area
Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Coffee/tea maker
Free self parking
Outdoor seasonal pool
Free toiletries

$133 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Tomorrow

Nov 2 - Nov 3

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Room, 2 Double Beds

Very good

Highlights

Deck/patio

Air conditioning

TV

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

16 sq m
Partial lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Deck/patio

Air conditioning

TV

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

16 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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Pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$91 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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About the neighborhood

8450 Trans Canada Hwy 105, Baddeck, NS, B0E 1B0

What's nearby

Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
Bell Bay Golf Club - 6 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

Sydney, NS (YQY) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tim Hortons - ‬15 min walk
‪Rose’s Smash Burger - ‬8 min drive
‪Tom's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
‪The Freight Shed At The Terrace - ‬4 min drive
‪Freight Shed - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Cabot Trail Motel

Enjoy your visit to Baddeck with a stay at Cabot Trail Motel. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Cabot Restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 25 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

- The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
- Front desk staffed during limited hours
- This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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 18

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant

What to do

On the beach

Services

Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

Picnic area
Seasonal outdoor pool
Dock
Firepit
Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

No elevator (single level property)

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch TV
Premium cable channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Window screens

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Deck or patio

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and free wired internet
Free local calls

More

Housekeeping (on request)

Special features

Dining

Cabot Restaurant - This family restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 13 to 19 for adults, and CAD 13 to 19 for children

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 19 2025 to May 15 2026 (dates subject to change):

One of the dining venues
Beach
Breakfast
Swimming pool

The property is closed between October 16 and May 19.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from June to September
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool

Policies

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 does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a security system and a first aid kit on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03061100398165773-8448

Also known as

Cabot Trail Motel Baddeck

Cabot Trail Motel

Cabot Trail Baddeck

Cabot Trail Hotel Baddeck

Cabot Trail Motel Baddeck, Nova Scotia - Cape Breton Island

Cabot Trail Motel Motel

Cabot Trail Motel Baddeck

Cabot Trail Motel Motel Baddeck

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabot Trail Motel currently open?

The property is closed between October 16 and May 19. The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 19 2025 to May 15 2026 (dates subject to change):

Beach
Breakfast

Does Cabot Trail Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Cabot Trail Motel 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.

Is there a pool at Cabot Trail Motel?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The pool will be unavailable from October 19 2025 to May 15 2026 (dates subject to change).

Are pets allowed at Cabot Trail Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Cabot Trail Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cabot Trail Motel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Cabot Trail Motel and nearby?

Cabot Trail Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Cabot Trail Motel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Cabot Restaurant. One of the dining venues will be unavailable from October 19 2025 to May 15 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Cabot Trail Motel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

What's the area around Cabot Trail Motel like?

Cabot Trail Motel is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Bras d'Or Lake.

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Cabot Trail Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

Breakfast at the property was consistently described as excellent, good, and delicious with a great selection of options. (14 reviews)
The on-site restaurant served excellent food with a good selection of entrees and provided wonderful service. (11 reviews)

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Popular mentions

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Service staff

Room

Restaurant

Location

Food

Lake

Water

Bed

Breakfast

4/10 Fair

Sep 30, 2025

staff at motel & restaurant were friendly. Bed was awful.

Bulginder Sheila, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 16, 2025

Great property and excellent staff

JOHN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 9, 2025

It was a lovely but older motel with friendly staff and a lovely restaurant facing the lake.

Gloria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 15, 2025

Great place to stay. Went to Baddeck Lobster Suppers and a Ceilidh concert .

Sheila, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 13, 2025

Very nice. Staff were very friendly. Room was very clean and had everything you need.

Lisa, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

May 24, 2025

View was beautiful, staff very friendly. Retro rooms but comfortable bed. Restaurant wasn’t open yet as it was their first weekend open this year

Maureen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 21, 2023

Very nice, enjoyed our stay.

Bernice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 12, 2024

Great restaurant on site Room was a good size, clean with a deck and lovely view

Lawrence, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 24, 2024

Great location and view of water staff was excellent , vould not ask for a better place to stay .

Robin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 5, 2024

We enjoyed our two night stay at Cabot Trail Motel. It was conveniently located close to the trail, offered a great breakfast, had super friendly and welcoming staff, and was clean. We would stay again.

Gina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 8, 2024

Awesome views of Bras D’Or Lake!

Dave, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 11, 2024

Great view. Friendly staff. Great restaurant.

Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 11, 2024

It’s so cozy . Rooms were clean and excellent.

pinki, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 3, 2024

The staff was very accommodating the location beautiful dining was excellent . Very relaxing !

Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 29, 2024

Warmest and most relaxing place I have stayed at for quite a while. Staff SO friendly.

Carla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 9, 2023

Motel was rustic but clean; views were amazing; dining room was great and staff was outgoing ad friendly

Sharlene, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 1, 2023

The view was amazing, the staff were incredible, and the rooms clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay again if we come through.

Jesse, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 19, 2023

Nice motel for an overnight stay before driving the Cabot Trail

Sherry, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Oct 18, 2024

Great views great staff. The room could use some repairs.

Rob, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Sep 22, 2023

The views are sensational

Malcolm, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 4, 2023

Had a good meal in their restaurant great view super clean windows so spectacular scenery; swimming pool was clean and temperature was refreshing on a hot day; staff a very friendly and helpful.

Nancy, 4-night trip