By the ocean, Duck Cove Inn offers a tranquil retreat with laundry facilities and free in-room WiFi. Enjoy a hearty English breakfast, unwind at the bar or restaurant, and take advantage of self parking. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
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
Island Sunset Resort - 4 min drive
Woodroad - 6 min drive
Belle View Restaurant Ltd - 2 min drive
About this property
Duck Cove Inn
Situated by the ocean, Duck Cove Inn is a great choice for a stay in Margaree Harbour. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
2 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 7 to 18 for adults, and CAD 7.0 to 18 for children
Late check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 25
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between November 1 and June 1.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Property Registration Number STR2425T6219
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 currently open?
The property is closed between November 1 and June 1.
Does Duck Cove Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Duck Cove Inn 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 Duck Cove Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Duck Cove Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Duck Cove Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Are there restaurants at or near Duck Cove Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Duck Cove Inn like?
Duck Cove Inn is located by the river, a short 14-minute walk from Margaree Harbour Range Rear Lighthouse and 14 minutes' walk from MacKinnons Beach. Travelers love the motel's prime location.
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Duck Cove Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Air conditioning
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What guests liked
Breakfast at this property was consistently described as delicious, great, and reasonably priced. (25 reviews)
Onsite dining options were good and nearby restaurants offered delicious and reasonable food. (5 reviews)
A beautiful and nearby sandy beach is highly recommended. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 31, 2025
Great place, close to some beautiful beach areas. Beds were very comfortable.
Patrice
Patrice, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 4, 2025
Nice spot, updated rooms, very clean, great location and nice breakfast at the restaurant. The owner was very nice and offered great service.
Robyn
Robyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 24, 2025
Nice view of the bay, quiet location .
Juan Pablo
Juan Pablo, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 3, 2025
A very nice location with great service
jason
jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 27, 2025
One of the cleanest places we have ever stayed. Owners were great. Very good breakfast at a reasonable price.
Shawn
Shawn, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 5, 2025
Amazing stay!!
Victoria
Victoria, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 3, 2025
Great friendly staff, quick check in, great room with awesome tv and comfy beds
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2025
The owners were very polite and friendly.
Doug
Doug, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 23, 2025
Very quiet, very friendly staff, excellent beds
Lynn
Lynn, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 1, 2025
The owners provided a very friendly atmosphere and clean accommodation. There is a lovely view and food is available on site.
DORIS
DORIS, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 22, 2025
Staff were polite. Nice scenery!
Courtney
Courtney, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 30, 2025
We slept like babies in the comfortable beds! The room is spacious and super clean. Lady at registration was friendly and effective! All in all, a really good place to stay for a fair price in the area.
Marie-Josee
Marie-Josee, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 30, 2025
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.
Shawna
Shawna, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 22, 2025
Over looked the water
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 24, 2025
Older units but renovations have been done that make for a better experience.
Dale
Dale, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 17, 2025
This property is in a great location. Vanessa is extremely welcoming. The room is spotless. In fact probably cleaning place ive ever been in. Even chairs outside to enjoy view were spotless.
I'd definitely come here again!
Nadia
Nadia, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 25, 2025
Nice room. Outside could use a makeover, but seems like the management is working on it.
Alana
Alana, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 8, 2025
Good place
Stephane
Stephane, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 2, 2025
It's an older building but room was clean and spacious.
Luc
Luc, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 9, 2025
Good overnight spot. Room clean and comfortable. Wifi needs improvement, was not usable.
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 6, 2025
No breakfast need to pay
james
james, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 21, 2025
The lady at the front desk was funny, energetic and very fun to deal with! The room was clean, and had been renovated lately. Even with the AC on, it was a bit humid, but this was during a very hot week, so that might be why. A good stay, with a very nice view!!
Gaetan
Gaetan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 13, 2025
Clean. New bathrooms. Recently renovated. Great view.
Diana
Diana, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 1, 2025
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!
Margaret-Ann
Margaret-Ann, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 8, 2025
The room was recently renovated. Very nice and clean.
Location was very nice with a water view.
Staff was friendly and helpful.
Would stay again.