Duck Cove Inn

3.0 star property
Riverfront motel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Restaurant
Standard Room
Terrace/patio
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
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

Room options

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Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)

Highlights

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

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 - 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

Restaurants

  • ‪Belle View Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Woodroad Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Family Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lobster Pound Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Belle View Restaurant Ltd - ‬2 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 property
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Duck Cove Inn have amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are 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
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 1 November and 1 June.

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 does it cost to stay at Duck Cove Inn?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Duck Cove Inn on 20 Sept 2025 start from NZ$279.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Duck Cove Inn?

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 to midnight for a fee of CAD 25.

What time is check-out at Duck Cove Inn?

Checkout 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 miles (10 km).

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Duck Cove Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 315 out of 851 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 851 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 851 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 851 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 851 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

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
comfortable beds and scenery and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great people running the motel. Excellent breakfast and clean room with modern bathrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well managed and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

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

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very friendly and helpfull. The rooms are clean and large and recently updated. Great view from the property. The breakfast was good too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Nice view of River, walking distance to local beach, complimentary coffee snd tea
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aarani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff! We had a long day and they called us to ensure we could check in with ease. The place was also very well renovated and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

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

Juan Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view of the bay, quiet location .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Amazing stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

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

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

8/10 Good

Lorne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old school motel that had great space in the main room, a clean bathroom and nice balcony with a view of the harbour.
Stayed 1 night 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

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was extremely friendly and helpful. The rooms have been and are being renovated and updated. Beautiful scenery. Rooms were clean. Easy parking and a balcony overlooking the water.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

8/10 Good

Audrey

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

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was super clean and quiet. The view from our room was great. Our only negatives were a lack of lighting and perhaps some sheer curtains which would provide some privacy and light.
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

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It look like it was recently renovated inside.Clean .Spacious, and really peaceful .This is hands down the best stay I had and I had spent a week on the road already and stayed in some Fancy hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025