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Fair Isle Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Bras d'Or Lake

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Aerial view
Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster
Children's play area - outdoor
View from room
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Fair Isle Motel near Bras d'Or Lake offers a quiet getaway with a garden, playground, and seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy snacks from the bar/deli. Practical amenities include laundry facilities and express check-in/check-out.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 391
SAR 459 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed (Kingfisher)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Blue Jay) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Blue Jay)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds (Red Robin) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds (Red Robin)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Chickadee)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (Puffin Pantry) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen (Big Chickadee) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed (Morning Dove)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Bras d'Or Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Whycocomagh Provincial Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 36 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Glenora Inn and Distillery - 45 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Cabot Links - 52 min drive - 53.6 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Farmers Daughter - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Charlene's Bayside Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ed Goo Goo's Gas Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cape Breton Smokehouse Restaurant & Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Auld Brass Door Restaurant & Bar - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Fair Isle Motel

Motel near Bras d'Or Lake
A terrace, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Fair Isle Motel. In addition to laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and barbecue grills
  • Smoke-free premises and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Fair Isle Motel offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, microwaves, and toasters

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 31 and May 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Property Registration Number STR2425T8228

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is 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

Does Fair Isle Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–9:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 31 to May 31.

Is Fair Isle Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Fair Isle Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Fair Isle Motel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Fair Isle Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fair Isle Motel located?

Situated in a rural location, this motel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Bras d'Or Lake and within 32 mi (52 km) of Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site and Cabot Links.

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Fair Isle Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 424 out of 680 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 680 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 680 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 680 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 680 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sohail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay, Very friendly staff Clean rooms, Beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LILI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and quiet place for the family to stay overnight. Easy check-in and free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and kids enjoyed the pool!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, view incredible, clean and has everything you need. Friendly and courteous staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property has figured it out: Keep your rooms fresh and upgraded, even when the place is somewhat old. Perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolf

Liked: Amenities
Nice view over the lake
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall great place to stay! Property is quaint, and staff are very welcoming! Theres an outdoor pool and laundry on the property. Room are a little outdated, but nothing bad!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

katayoun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The innkeeper was very nice and the room was well furnished, well kept and seemed to be recently renovated. I passed a very comfortable night after a day on Cabot trail.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Vicky

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice location and courteous staff. The bed was noisy, old mattresses and old furniture. Great location and pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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

10/10 Excellent

TERRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and well cared for. Very hospitable and welcoming. Limited choice of restaurants and amenities in area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sahana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is awesome. The landlady or manger was understanding. The rooms were clean and had great facilities. The beds were comfortable too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gumataw

Liked: Staff & service
We spent one night; the reception was excellent! The room is clean and has everything one needs. However, from outside, the property looks too old and needs some renovations
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this motel was very friendly and accommodating. The room was great, bed very comfortable, access to the pool, parking in front of our door. The location is perfect! We golfed at Cabot Cliffs, visited Baddeck and drove the Cabot Trail :) Thank you for a great 3 night stay :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Even though building outside looks dated, but the room we stayed was newly renovated and also provided cookware. One window was facing the lake very beautiful scene
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very friendly and turned on the AC earlier in the day so the room was nice and cool when we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SITHTHIRANKY

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot for those with pets. Nice little trail behind the property to walk the dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We used this to tour around Cabot Trail and it was perfect. The accommodation was comfy and the owner was nothing short of sweet. Charlene’s restaurant is just down the road and was good home cooked food. The Farmers Daughter was great to get a sandwich and goodies in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and quiet surroundings. Suited our needs just fine
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in. Friendly staff. Nice view of the lake. Clean and spacious room. We were upgraded to the biggest unit with kitchen. Thank you! Highly recommended!.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice setup with chairs out front to look at the water. Had dinner at Charlene’s which was excellent. CLean and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025