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NovaStar Motel On The Lake

2.0 star property
Lakefront motel in Dayton with free parking

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BBQ/picnic Area
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View
Economy Apartment, Lake View
Front of property
Full Kitchenette Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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214 Hwy 1, Dayton, Dayton, NS, B5A 5A1
  • Place, Yarmouth Regional Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Yarmouth Ferry Terminal
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mariners Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Triple Room, Double and Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Triple Room, Double and Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Toaster
Daily housekeeping
  • 19 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Full Kitchenette Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

Full Kitchenette Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Toaster
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Toaster
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Apartment, Lake View | Living area

Economy Apartment, Lake View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Comfort Studio Suite | Bathroom

Comfort Studio Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Dayton

At NovaStar Motel On The Lake you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Yarmouth Mall and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Yarmouth County Museum. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Plus you'll find a garden, barbecues and a picnic area. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Dayton motel, you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Yarmouth Ferry Terminal and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Mariners Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Yarmouth Regional Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Yarmouth Mall - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Yarmouth Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Mariners Centre - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Yarmouth Links - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mary Brown's Chicken - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bulk Barn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

NovaStar Motel On The Lake

Lakefront motel in Dayton with free parking
As a guest of NovaStar Motel On The Lake, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. NovaStar Motel On The Lake also features a garden, a picnic area, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
NovaStar Motel On The Lake offers 16 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free toiletries and blackout curtains. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

This Dayton motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf clubhouse

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: CAD 15 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 17

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 15 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 120.0 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: CAD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: CAD 15 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay and cash.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03150710304056533-214, STR2526T2206

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

NovaStar Motel On The Lake offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

Yep, NovaStar Motel On The Lake has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

The closest beach to NovaStar Motel On The Lake is Pembroke Beach (3.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

Furry friends are welcome at NovaStar Motel On The Lake, with food and water bowls on offer.

Is there a golf course on site at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

There is a golf course next to NovaStar Motel On The Lake.

NovaStar Motel On The Lake Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 189 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Cecile

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Before I give my review, I believe the hotel was undergoing a complete renovation room-by-room. Our room had not been renovated yet so I don’t think it should’ve been rented out. What we noticed for the two nights that we stayed there was a shabby & dusty room. I don’t mind shabby and old, but I don’t appreciate it being unclean. The bathtub and the toilet were dirty. The shower curtain was disgusting. My husband and I did not take showers for the two nights that we stayed there. The vanity/sink in the bathroom appeared to be clean. There were plenty of towels. The floors were dusty and damaged. The sheets on the beds were rumpled and old and the bedspreads were stained. There were no hooks in the bathroom. There was no closet. The kitchen was not fully equipped: there were no glasses nor dishcloths/towels. There were a few dishes and eating utensils and only one dull knife. No veggie peeler; no bottle openers. The price of the room was not high, but you weren’t getting much for your money. I would wait until they did a complete renovation before ever renting a room from this motel again. The staff seemed to be friendly, although we didn’t spend a lot of time speaking to the staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at 2am due to delayed flights and were graciously attended to
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Denise

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not clean,

Dirty stove, oven Bathroom, taps dirty. Blinds filthy! Taps for showers just go around and around. Bathroom floor heats rusted. For the amount wr paid, terrible. Mgr. Can gardly speak english. Qiet and said will tell owner. I adked for a discount. Beds comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
And older motel but clean and great value in todays over priced accommodations. Could be a bit warm on a very hot day as there is in AC. A great place to lay your head when sightseeing the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Beverly

Clean facility and a good variety of choices in the continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Stacey

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will do in a pinch for a night.

Got there just as office was closing, helpful to get us settled. Room was tiny. Bathroom was semi renovated; nice floors, tub was a 1970 original olive green, and there was black mold around the tub. The bed was small with little blankets and two smaller pillows. There was a fan and light attached to the switch and furniture was mismatched. The office was not open in the am and I tried to contact front desk to leave key but there was no answer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Nancy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nova star motel

Je savais que Cetais un motel mais à notre arrivée , dans la chambre il manquais les taies d’oreiller . Le parking fais vraiment pitié et l’intérieur des chambres aussi . Pas d’air conditionné et vieux bain douche . Très très ordinaire surtout pour le prix .Aller ailleurs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bed and towels were clean, floor was not, as i spilt the freezer tray(it was full of water) so i cleaned it up and the towel was so dirty. They have a good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Leila, st Albans

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
spiders in our room, we had the kitchenette and the glass ware was dirty, bathtub filthy we didn’t shower. we left as soon as we woke up.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christiane

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Diane

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were booked to stay at the NovaStar hotel for five nights and wanted a room with easy access for big bags and some food prep facilities. We arrived very late in the night after driving from the city and found the room to have cobwebs, furniture covered in dust, the bathtub was leaking, moldy and covered in hair, plus there was a tear in the window covering and without blinds or curtains it was possible to see directly into the bathroom from the walkway. There was a strong odor of cologne or cleaning supplies, the lights flickered and while blackout curtains were in one window the other had just a thin blind so the lights from the parking lot and exterior were very bright inside. My daughter and felt both unsafe and unclean in the room but the staff available was not able to do anything with the reservation. The bed appeared clean and due to the late hour we stayed the night. I awoke the next morning with my eyes almost sealed shut due to allergies and the amount of dust. (Not seasonal allergies as this did not occur once we moved locations) we left at 6:30 in the morning and again staff on site told me that they could not change the reservation. I called the number provided and spoke with multiple people advising of the unacceptable state of the room and requested the remainder of the reservation to be cancelled and refunded (since I had paid for the entire visit directly through the hotel). After much back and forth the staff advised me that they would not offer
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

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

8/10 Good

Helen

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebeccah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No A/C, no coffee machine, no ice, no Kleenex, no bathroom fan. But it was very clean and very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rodney

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Bob, Regina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our kitchenette room was very spacious and we looked out on to the beautiful lake. We had table and chairs on the deck which was nice to sit at and have a glass of wine before going to dinner. There was no ac and the room became very hot during the day. Only 2 tiny windows were avaible to open and only one would open. The screen had a fist sized hole in it. There was a very old style box fan which did not deal with the heat in the room.It was a 50's style room which they had attempted to update. There were only 2 lamps in the room which provided inadequate light. I had to dust the room since it had not been dusted. Our room was never vacuumed or the bathroom cleaned during our 6 day stay. The kitchen sink didn't have a dishcloth or tea towel when we arrived. Eventually we received 2 dish cloths, no tea towel. We eventually received a towel bath mat, none the first day. There was no rubber bath mat and no grab bars for the tub. There was a new white toilet in the bathroom and the sink and tub were a weird color green( not avocado) from some distant era. Luckily there were new taps at the sink and a new shower fixture with good water pressure. All in all, we loved the location and the size of the suite but otherwise it was a bust! Definitely not worth $170 a night. Even on cool days the suite was sweltering. The old fashioned 50's style windows need replacing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place But bring an extra blanket for cool nights
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

christine

Travelled with family
The owner was very friendly. The breakfast was very simple but adequate. No ac in the room but the fan helped. Bbq on the property came in very handy to make our supper. The room we stayed in was dated but everything worked. The yellow tub was very retro. Lots of towels, wash clothes, soap and shampoo
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025