At Cabot Trail Motel you'll be steps from Bras d'Or Lake and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall. Highlights at this beachfront motel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The family restaurant, Cabot Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a picnic area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Baddeck motel, you'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Kidston Island Beach Ferry.
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
Tom's Pizza - 3 min drive
Rose’s Smash Burger - 8 min drive
Freight Shed - 4 min drive
Lynwood Inn Restaraunt - 3 min drive
About this property
Cabot Trail Motel
Motel on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Cabot Trail Motel also features a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Baddeck motel.
25 guestrooms or units
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Front desk (limited hours)
Outdoor picnic space
Smoking in designated areas
Dining venue
Cabot Trail Motel offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 13 to 19 for adults and CAD 13 to 19 for children
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Cabot Restaurant
Things to do
Seasonal outdoor pool
Family friendly
Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Outdoors
Dock
Firepit
On a lake
On the beach
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
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Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Phone
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 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
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 16 October and 19 May.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 13 to 19 for adults and CAD 13 to 19 for children
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, debit card or cash deposit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03061100398165773-8448
We should mention
The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Cabot Trail Motel?
Cabot Trail Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Cabot Trail Motel?
As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cabot Trail Motel on 24 Sept 2025 start from AU$204.75, 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.
Is parking available at Cabot Trail Motel?
Yep, Cabot Trail Motel has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Cabot Trail Motel?
The closest beach to Cabot Trail Motel is Inverness Beach (42.7 km).
Does Cabot Trail Motel have a pool?
Cabot Trail Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June to September).
Does Cabot Trail Motel serve breakfast?
Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cabot Trail Motel?
No, Cabot Trail Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Cabot Trail Motel?
Yep, you can grab a meal at Cabot Trail Motel's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.
What time are check-in & check-out at Cabot Trail Motel?
Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Are pets allowed at Cabot Trail Motel?
No, only service animals are allowed.
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