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Castle Rock Country Inn

3.5 star property
Country charm meets attentive service at this peaceful inn near Castle Rock, where guests enjoy beautiful gardens and private terraces for a memorable stay

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Castle Rock Country Inn, near rolling hills, welcomes travelers with a praised hearty breakfast. Relax in the cozy garden, unwind on your private terrace, use WiFi, and get local tips from the helpful concierge and staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$275
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan

Room options

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Economy Room

Economy Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Ingonish Ferry is home to Castle Rock Country Inn. St. Paul Island South Point Lighthouse and St. Paul Island Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Smokey Provincial Park and Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
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Map
39339 Cabot Trail, Cape Smokey, NS, B0C 1L0

What's nearby

  • Ski Cape Smokey - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Cape Smokey Provincial Park - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Acadian Trail - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Highlands Links - 15 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Rose's and the Periwinkle Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Restaurant & Pub - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Restaurant & Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Seagull Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Bitsy Bean - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Castle Rock Country Inn

Property highlights
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a garden at Castle Rock Country Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, concierge services and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Castle Rock Country Inn have comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers and housekeeping

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
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 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 23.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 23.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-06151002518455219-39339

Property is also known as

Castle Rock Country Ingonish Ferry
Castle Rock Country Inn
Castle Rock Country Inn Ingonish Ferry
Castle Rock Inn
Castle Rock Country Inn Ingonish Beach
Castle Rock Country Ingonish Beach
Castle Rock Country Inn Hotel
Castle Rock Country Inn Cape Smokey
Castle Rock Country Inn Hotel Cape Smokey

Frequently asked questions

Is Castle Rock Country Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 23.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Castle Rock Country Inn?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castle Rock Country Inn on 18 Jan 2026 start from AU$275.01, 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.

How much is parking at Castle Rock Country Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Castle Rock Country Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Castle Rock Country Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Castle Rock Country Inn located?

Situated in Ingonish Ferry, this hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Ski Cape Smokey and within 6 miles (10 km) of Cape Smokey Provincial Park and Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Acadian Trail and Ingonish Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Castle Rock Country Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 638 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 638 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 638 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 638 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 638 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Manami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous view and friendly staff with lovely breakfast. The best stay in our recent trip.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dheeraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and view.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good view,decent breakfast, nice room, helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

DENISE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast had a lot of variety and a welcoming cozy dining room to share conversation with other guests
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and beautiful ocean view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming rural inn with helpful and courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk person, Jane, was helpful with directing us to local restaurants. My wife and I enjoyed our time at the Castle Rock, great breakfast and room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast was the best we’ve had in all of Nova Scotia. Beautiful setting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a great place to stay! Excellent team and room. Easy to find and park with great views across the bay. Comfy beds and a good range of amenities. Breakfast too was good in the spacious dining room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and spotless building, a clean room with an ocean view, a delightful breakfast, and polite, classy staff. This is not just a simple hotel — it’s a masterpiece
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location overlooking the ocean. Comfortable room. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice breakfast and rooms, not conveniently located to any dining
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Darrel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location away from the touristy spots The views are amazing including the sunrise and sunset The staff are friendly and provide local area’s to sight see
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kim’s place was wonderfully homey, the view absolutely breathtaking and the breakfast spread a delightful surprise. The place is a bit dated but the service and homey bed and breakfast feel definitely made up for it. We really appreciated the hospitality and local recommendations!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Castle Rock Country Inn was a very nice place to stay. As it's a bit out of town, you need to drive to restaurants. Breakfast was very good with a lot of options. Staff are great and check-in was easy and quick. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous view from dining space n quiet setting area. Nice breakfast included. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted with a heartfelt welcome, setting the tone for a delightful stay. Nestled in a serene and picturesque location, the property boasts rooms that offer breathtaking views.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful breakfast with spectacular views. Exceptional staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Beautiful location. Extremely helpful and kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was such a lovely place to stay. The room was large and had a great view of the area. There were many places to sit and enjoy the view or just read a book. I could have stayed a week. The staff was so nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely appointed rooms. Maybe a bit dated but still very nice. It has a comfortable feel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

An

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

A County Inn with exceptional beautiful view

The hotel is just beside the National Park, in an incredibly good location. The hotel itself with a beautiful view. The breakfast is well prepared with a good variety.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good variety.Hot items could have been hotter.Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice cozy inn, beautiful area, wonderful view--room was clean with the exception of the table cloth on small table (various hairs both human and animal--don't put a table cloth on and then not change it...)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Beauty view to the sea and mountains . The room is a bit small.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025