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Castle Rock Country Inn

3.5 star property
Hotel in Ingonish Ferry with free breakfast

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Enjoy meals with a view of the sea from this dining area, featuring a table set for four and large windows.
Castle Rock Country Inn features a charming country-style exterior with a prominent door, windows, and a cozy porch with potted plants.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a spacious island and ample storage.
Castle Rock Country Inn welcomes guests with a sign featuring the inn's name in multiple languages.
Enjoy ocean views from this outdoor dining area with a clear view of the shoreline.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$327
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug

Room options

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Relax in a serene space with a neatly made bed, a framed landscape painting, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Superior Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, a wardrobe, and a comfortable seating area.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Economy Room

Cozy bedroom with a double bed, bedside tables, and a framed picture above.

Economy Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
  • Acadian Trail - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Highlands Links - 15 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Middle Head Trailhead - 17 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coastal Waters Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Restaurant & Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seagull Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Salty Rose's and the Periwinkle Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Brookside Drive-In - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Castle Rock Country Inn

Hotel near Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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
  • Concierge services, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • 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

Languages

English

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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
  • 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

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.

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

As of 6 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castle Rock Country Inn on 13 Aug 2025 start from AU$326.80, 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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Castle Rock Country Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 258 out of 550 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 550 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 550 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 550 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 550 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and charming place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing ocean view, super clean room, great breakfast, amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot on the east coast! Breakfast was delicious, staff was incredible and friendly: would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was the best on this vacation so far. Ate outside on the porch with a gorgeous view of the ocean Room was homey and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Jacklene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with excellent view and yummiest breakfast!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet stay. Staff were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nishat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay love it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location in Ingonish Ferry, can get warm if you don't like noisy AC like us. Overall pleasant stay, and the woman at the front desk was beneficial, and all staff were very kind. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

gayle

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning views! And the staff so friendly!! Great buffet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property, and conveniently located to everything the Ingonish area had to offer. The views at breakfast were stunning and inn staff were friendly and helpful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and wonderful view
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly people nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area was very peaceful and picturesque.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute Inn with a loveky breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small town of Ingonish has limited places to stay. Castle Rock was great location. Amazing view of the ocean. Friendly staff. Hot breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location; kind and helpful staff. Would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous view. Nice and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sitting on the hill with very nice view of the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome views. The people working are very friendly. The room may not be as modern as most hotels but that's what gives this place its charm. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff! The room and bed are very comfortable. The biggest plus is the wonderful view of the valley and the bay from the terrace. You can also have breakfast on the terrace. The breakfast itself could be a bit richer, e.g. the selection of toppings.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay. Highlight: spectacular view!!! Major issue: the place ran out of water!...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is amazing,nice ocean view,the route to the place is beautiful, property and room are safe and clean,staff are very friendly, helpful and considerate. We had a great time there breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older place but well maintained with great views and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, we felt at home
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thought it was quaint but outdated, which isn’t a bad thing. The staff and breakfast were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025