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Fortress Inn Louisbourg

Property class: 2

Photo gallery for Fortress Inn Louisbourg

A harbor with boats docked, a pier, and buildings in the background.
A vending machine stocked with various beverages including Pepsi, Mountain Dew, and other sodas.
A hotel entrance with multiple flags, a sign for a motel, and a parking lot.
A motel with a prominent sign, outdoor seating, and a parking lot.
A coffee shop interior with a wooden counter labeled "COFFEE," espresso machines, and a variety of coffee beans and pastries.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Explore the area

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7464 Main Street, Louisbourg, NS, B1C 1H5
  • Place, Louisbourg Playhouse Theater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sydney and Louisbourg Railway Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Fortress Louisbourg National Historic Site
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NS (YQY)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (1 Queen and 1 Double Bed)

A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room (1 Queen and 1 Double Bed)

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, Kitchenette

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a dining table with chairs.

Suite, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Louisbourg

At Fortress Inn Louisbourg you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Louisbourg Playhouse Theater and Sydney and Louisbourg Railway Museum. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy access to free bike hire and mountain biking. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Louisbourg motel, you'll be 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Louisbourg Lighthouse and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Fortress Louisbourg National Historic Site.
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What's nearby

  • Louisbourg Playhouse Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sydney and Louisbourg Railway Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fortress Louisbourg National Historic Site - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Louisbourg Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Centre 200 - 32 min drive - 43.3 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Girls Seaside Diner - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Grubstake Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gaslight Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lobster Kettle - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant de la Marine - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Fortress Inn Louisbourg

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An arcade/games room, gift shops/newsstands, and laundry facilities are also featured at Fortress Inn Louisbourg. Free self parking is available.

This Louisbourg motel is smoke free.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Fortress Inn Louisbourg offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a hairdryer. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Louisbourg motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Mountain biking

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 3 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

American ExpressMastercardVisa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 3 days prior to check-in.

Property Registration Number STR2627T9746

We should mention

  • Children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Fortress Inn Louisbourg
Fortress Inn
Fortress Inn Louisbourg Nova Scotia
Fortress Inn Louisbourg Motel
Fortress Inn Louisbourg Louisbourg
Fortress Inn Louisbourg Motel Louisbourg

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Fortress Inn Louisbourg?

Fortress Inn Louisbourg offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Fortress Inn Louisbourg?

As of 24 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fortress Inn Louisbourg on 28 Sept 2026 start from AU$116, 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 Fortress Inn Louisbourg?

Yep, Fortress Inn Louisbourg has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Fortress Inn Louisbourg?

The closest beach to Fortress Inn Louisbourg is Kennington Cove Beach (8.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fortress Inn Louisbourg?

No, Fortress Inn Louisbourg does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Fortress Inn Louisbourg?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fortress Inn Louisbourg?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Fortress Inn Louisbourg Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 664 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 664 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 664 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 119 out of 664 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 664 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Marlon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older property but maintained fairly well. Mattress could have been better but room served it's purpace.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Tom

Disliked: Amenities
It was a convenient location. Room was very outdated and could use a good cleaning. Dust bunnies everywhere and on baseboards etc. Again it was convenient and beds were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Denis

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No restaurants as advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

William

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel appears to have been built in the 1970s and not much has been done to the rooms since then. The bed sagged badly in the middle. The paint was peeling of the walls an ceiling. It is however the cheapest accommodation in Louisbourg, and the fortress at Louisbourg is well worth a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good basic motel, but at this time of year, without dinner or breakfast. The Salty Girls diner, 15 minites walk away provided an evening meal. Breakfast was someway back up the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel is very rundown, dated, overpriced, and needs a good cleaning. Advertised photos are not accurate. One entire wing appears to be boarded up.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was terrible, huge sag in the middle. No coffee anywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Donna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I do not recommend this motel. There was mold in the washroom and refrigerator. The walls were peeling and stained. No services such as clean towels etc. The motel is in desperate need of renovations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Devyanshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place for stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay, lots to offer and fair price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Rosemarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were clean . Service was great .. but the place is starting to look like it needs some care .. it’s starting to show its age …
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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4/10 Poor

Jeremy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The non-smoking room smelled really bad of smoke
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
A bit grubby but acceptable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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4/10 Poor

Adele

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed linens were clean, the room itself is old, bathroom fan very clunky, no tv remote, gross outside with weeds and debris. I do not recommend at all.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were only there to sleep. Left very early. We'd consider staying again if we're ever in the area again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Jackie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My mom told me if you can't say anything nice say nothing at all
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place, staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Excellent location near the water front.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice,clean, and staff was awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, quiet, convenient to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Great for overnight
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Jamileh

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night at this hotel. The building is quite old and had a musty smell throughout. The bed was also old and not very comfortable, although the bedding itself was clean. There was no reception available for check-in or checkout, which made the process confusing. There was also no mailbox or clear place to leave the keys, and the emergency phone redirected to Messenger. In the end, we left the keys inside the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Michelle

Really the only place to stay in town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023