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St. Ann's Motel

2.5 star property

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Panoramic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
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Panoramic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Panoramic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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51947 Cabot Trail Rd, South Haven, NS, B0E 1B0
  • Place, Gaelic College of Celtic Arts and Crafts
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NS (YQY)
    ‪66 min drive‬

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Panoramic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Panoramic Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront | Living area | 28-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Classic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront

  • 720 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Ocean View, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Ocean View, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 232 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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About this property

St. Ann's Motel

South Haven motel with private yards
Guests at this beach motel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a playground and a picnic area. Housekeeping is available on request.
St. Ann's Motel offers 9 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

This South Haven motel has its very own private beach. The motel offers a snack bar/deli. Each day guests can enjoy a complimentary manager's reception. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

This beach motel also offers multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

St. Ann's Motel has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Baby monitor
  • Children's books
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • 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.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - midnight
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 30 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 per stay

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, 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-06241507243286936-51947

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

St. Ann's Motel Motel
St. Ann's Motel South Haven
St. Ann's Motel Motel South Haven

Reviews

St. Ann's Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 248 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 248 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 248 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 248 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 248 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Hayley

Liked: Staff & service

Nice view and owners. No A/C, worn mattresses

Small owner-managed motel with approx 8 units. Purchased by owners during COVID and they are slowly renovating the rooms. I started out in an older room. It appeared very clean, but the mattress showed caverns where two bodies would lie, showing wear in the mattress. I requested a different room and was given a partially renovated room. This room also showed the caverns for two bodies on the mattress but it seemed like they weren’t so deep. It was only two years old and a thick mattress probably high quality, and turned out ok for my previously injured back. It appeared thoroughly cleaned. There was no A/C machine at all and it was too hot. A large fan was provided but I don’t sleep well with fans. I opened the windows. Opened or not there were tiny bugs jumping on me. I swatted one and it was white so I have no idea what it was. The owner pointed to the swamp across the street as the source. Owner had a lovely disposition, the ocean view was fantastic. However the bugs, worn mattresses and lack of A/C would prevent me from returning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness
Hard to sleep when part of the blinds missing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well stocked room and super friendly staff, helped me plan a road trip around the Cabot trail even. If your in the area I fully recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place overall and right at the start of the cabot trail
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. Conveniently located at the foot of the cabot trail
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many accommodations advertise "lake views" but this one really got them. Just incredible. Also the hosts went out of their way to make my stay pleasant [I'd give them 6 stars]. One of the best experiences I had in a long time. And all that at an affordable rate. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Charlene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful scenery, clean room with a comfortable bed. Owners are friendly and helpful. Didn't like that we had limits on towels and face cloths ( use 2, trade back for 2 more each day). Overall good value for money spent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

crystle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vince was very accommodating when we arrived later than expected, and he took the time to recommend must-see stops and eateries along the trail. The room décor is dated, but it has the cozy feel of a sleepover at Grandma’s house. Everything was clean and quiet, and the views made for a truly pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carter

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Allison

Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointed

Hotels.app incorrectly booked me for the next day when I clearly entered the specific dates. Tried to cancel within 5 minutes, property refused - despite knowing it was an admin error & that I wouldn’t be staying there. The property seemed more interested in the money than doing the right thing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeff

Very impressive view and convenience to Cabot trai
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Guylaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent owners
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Basic but all you need.

We chose to stay here because of its location at the start of the Cabot trail and the lake views. It also offered the self catering facilities we like-microwave, coffee maker, kettle and toaster. However, the price indicated that the accommodation could be basic and it was. The furniture was a bit of a hotch potch and it could all do with redesigning and renewing. Then we would have been happy to pay double the price.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very convenient for our travels on the Cabot Trail. Our room had an ezcellent view, and was righr on, the St. Annes Bay. Owner Vince was awesome. Surpassed every expectation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Somsubhro, Mississauga

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
St. Ann’s Motel was a wonderful stay! Owner Vince was warm, friendly, and gave us excellent travel and food recommendations. The location at the start of the Cabot Trail is perfect, and the Atlantic Ocean views from our room were absolutely stunning. Rooms were clean and comfortable, we’d love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

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

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great owner awesome room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lorena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great little motel. Cute rooms with lots of room and clean. Nice little chairs to sit on outside and a wonderful view, especially as the sun went down. Great value too!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Fantastic small motel with friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy, Ottawa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly check in. Both provided information and mapped out my journey for the Cabot Trail on a Cape Breton map. Breton Brewing was complimentary and local. I have driven past them in the past and now will stop and stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

This a small single story motel. The water views are gorgeous and literally right outside the windows of the rooms. The rooms were all super clean. Beds were comfy. Room had fridge and microwave.We appreciated the real coffee cups and wineglasses provided. Owner was friendly and super helpful with tips on food and irony recommendations.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

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

Right at the beginning of Cabot trail !

Staff welcomes you by giving you a map and suggestions about the cabot trail , very helpful ! Everything was perfect and specially the location !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful view directly on a bay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025