Fair Isle Motel

Property class: 2.5
Motel within easy reach of Bras d'Or Lake

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Fair Isle Motel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Bras d'Or Lake. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $105
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31

Room options

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View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 King Bed (Kingfisher)

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a desk, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed (Kingfisher)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds (Red Robin)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a microwave, a small kitchenette, and a TV.

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds (Red Robin)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed (Morning Dove)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a large window.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed (Morning Dove)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Blue Jay)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a kitchenette.

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Blue Jay)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Chickadee)

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Chickadee)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (Puffin Pantry)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (Puffin Pantry)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen (Big Chickadee)

A compact hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a desk with a chair, and a small seating area.

Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen (Big Chickadee)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

A hotel room with a wooden wall, a TV, a desk with chairs, two beds, and a ceiling fan.

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
9557 Highway 105, Whycocomagh, NS, B0E 3M0

What's nearby

  • Bras d'Or Lake - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Whycocomagh Provincial Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 31 min drive - 48.1 km
  • Cabot Links - 42 min drive - 59.4 km
  • Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 49 min drive - 69.7 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Farmers Daughter - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Charlene's Bayside Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cape Breton Smokehouse Restaurant & Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Bel-France Pantry - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Fair Isle Motel

  • Fair Isle Motel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Bras d'Or Lake. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 20 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (10:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Guests should be aware that 2 cats and 2 dogs reside at this property
    • This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 9:00 AM
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Trampoline
  • Pool gate

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 31 and May 31.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Property Registration Number STR2627T8228

Also known as

Fair Isle Motel Whycocomagh
Fair Isle Whycocomagh
Fair Isle Motel Whycocomagh Cape Breton Island Nova Scotia
Fair Isle Motel Motel
Fair Isle Motel Whycocomagh
Fair Isle Motel Motel Whycocomagh

Frequently asked questions

Is Fair Isle Motel currently open?

The property is closed between October 31 and May 31.

Does Fair Isle Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Fair Isle Motel 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.

Is there a pool at Fair Isle Motel?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Fair Isle Motel?

Yes, pets stay free.

Is parking offered on site at Fair Isle Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Fair Isle Motel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Fair Isle Motel and nearby?

Fair Isle Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Fair Isle Motel like?

Fair Isle Motel is a short 6-minute walk from Bras d'Or Lake and 13 minutes' walk from Whycocomagh Provincial Park. Travelers give top marks for the motel's prime location.

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Reviews

Fair Isle Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property offers pet-friendly accommodations with welcoming staff and pets on site. (27 reviews)
  • The pool was a great addition to the motel, clean and enjoyable for guests of all ages. (31 reviews)
  • Parking was conveniently located right in front of the room. (10 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and comfortable accommodation. Staff was very helpful and kind.
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8/10 Very good

Good for a night stopover. Clean rooms, friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Fair Isle Motel was very clean, staff was very pleasant and a nice view of the lake. We could park our car right at our motel room. A convenient and clean place to stay for the night after a day on the Cabot Trail, and before heading to PEI.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location to ride a bike
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10/10 Exceptional

Really nice place with a beautiful view and conveniently located. Wish we could've stayed longer!
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay in a very clean and well maintained accommodations. Very welcoming and flexible.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff (animals too) Comfortable beds Our room had the kitchenette, which I really liked .
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, rooms were clean and comfortable. Great place to stay with our pups!
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful spot! The owners and their pups were wonderful! The rooms were great! Anyone who stays here will be glad they did!
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8/10 Very good

it was ok. nice view. very friendly
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10/10 Exceptional

The check in staff was the very best.
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfy bed, well stocked kitchenette, and during check in and check out the staff were so friendly. Also the pets on staff are incredibly cute. One of the cats was curled up in the office’s chair, and the dog escorted us inside. So cute!
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8/10 Very good

The staff were very cheerful and friendly. The room was exactly what we needed - clean, comfy beds, microwave and fridge for our food.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. The room was very clean. And the view was great.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was easy to find and access. We appreciated the laundry facilities. Great for a family with a pool onsite.
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10/10 Exceptional

It’s clean. The family room is spacious with 3 beds. Good location for Cabot trail.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay while travelling to the Ferry. About an hour away from North Sydney. Great for pets as there is a trail at the back of the property. Basic but clean and everything you need.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was clean and had everything we needed. The room had a fridge, microwave, coffee maker, kettle, toaster. Location was great. Grocery store was very close. The person that checked us in was friendly. We would stay here again.
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8/10 Very good

The unit we had is newly renovated and beautiful. It’s clean and well organized, kitchen is well equipped.
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8/10 Very good

Good for family, decent rooms and safe.. nice staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable and nice quiet location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Good stay, comfortable and quiet
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room and kids enjoyed the pool!
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10/10 Exceptional

What a beautiful spot to stay. Lovely motel and wonderful staff. The view was beautiful and the rooms so clean and well kept. We had an issue with the A/C and they fixed it quickly. They also said if the couldn’t we could change rooms. So incredibly helpful and quick to fix things! Wonderful and would recommend 100%
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10/10 Exceptional

C lean room, great location and amazing staff. Would recommend to anyone travelling in the area!!