Kelly's View Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Bras d'Or Lake

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Mountain view
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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783 Route 105 Trans Canada Highway, Boularderie East, NS, B1X 1J6
  • Place, Dalem Lake Provincial Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dalem Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pattersons Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NS (YQY)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Boularderie East

Kelly's View Motel places you next to Bras d'Or Lake and within a few miles (5 km) of other popular attractions like Dalem Lake Provincial Park. This 14-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Dalem Lake Provincial Park - 3 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Dalem Lake - 4 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Pattersons Lake - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Kluscap Wilderness Area - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Gaelic College of Celtic Arts and Crafts - 15 min drive - 13.0 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cedar House Bakery and Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lobster Galley - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fitzgerald's Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Petro-Canada Gas Station & Petro-Pass Truck Stop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Englishtown Bus Cafe - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Kelly's View Motel

Motel with free parking, steps from Bras d'Or Lake
Kelly's View Motel features free WiFi in public areas and a picnic area. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. This smoke-free motel also has a vending machine.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
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 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free rollaway/extra beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03121825137030577-783

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Kelly's View Motel Boularderie East
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Kelly's View Motel?

Kelly's View Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Kelly's View Motel?

This motel is located in Boularderie East, just steps from Bras d'Or Lake. You'll also find Dalem Lake Provincial Park and Pattersons Lake within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Kelly's View Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Kelly's View Motel have a casino?

No, Kelly's View Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Kelly's View Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Kelly's View Motel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Kelly's View Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Kelly's View Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Kelly's View Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Kelly's View Motel for a fee of CAD 25 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Kelly's View Motel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Where is the closest airport to Kelly's View Motel?

The closest major airport to Kelly's View Motel is Sydney, NS (YQY), which is about 21 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kelly's View Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Kelly's View Motel.

Kelly's View Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 413 out of 766 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 766 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 766 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 766 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 766 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view. Clean. Beds were comfortable. Staff ver accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jenniffer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay here again. The breakfast included is a mini fridge with snacks so plan to eat elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jolanta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Judy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was very pleasant. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The negative things were, there was no air conditioning. No place close to eat at.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for an overnight. No local places to eat after 7 pm or before 9 am ( we were warned about this by motel staff so thank you for that). Difficult to find electrical outlets for charging multiple devices. The bathroom fan is really loud.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Rothesay

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

10/10 Excellent

Roobi

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property, the rooms were comfortable. The owner was nice and made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makail

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view. Great parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was very very clean! Wonderful view of the miuntain
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only negative thing about this location is there's no restaurants to have dinner
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Charlene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were really great and helpful. I loved that they had ice cubes readyand available at no extra acharge. We could back out car right up to our door making it easy to load and unload and come and go during our stay. AC would have been nice, it was a lot day when we arrived and luckily the rain came and the temperatures cooled down in the evening making it an okay temperature for sleeping. We still had to keep the windows open making the noise from the highway more prodominet. It was clean and the mini fridge was cold. If you are there when it's really hot, make a note that a lot of the restaurants in the area close when it is too hot so call before you go to ensure they are open.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy, Willard

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

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's right on the trans Canads highway so convenient for a rest stop.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

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

Clean, comfy, with friendly and helpful staff.

Beds were comfy and the owner and her daughter were absolutely lovely. The rooms were very clean and property was well maintained. When the fires caused the trails to be closed in the national park, the owner had a list of things posted on the fridge that guests could do as alternate options to hiking. She gave many great recommendations and suggestions for activities in the area as well. Very helpful. My only recommendation would be to add a few more channels or a streaming service for guests as the tv options were extremely limited which didn’t help us in the evening after we got back from dinner and we were trying to keep the kids busy. Also, an ice machine would be great so guests can get ice during the time when the office is closed like at night. One nice feature though, was the availability of a few breakfast items for purchase in the office. So other than the tv and ice machine, which are small details, it was a lovely stay and a nice property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi M.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older hotel that’s well taken care of. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Close to North Sydney Harbour for the ferry. Right off the highway so easy to find. It’s older, but was great for our night stop on our way through.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

suzanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect except the lack of air conditioning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Connie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness

Ok for a night

Was a nice room but my mattress was finished no air-conditioning but friendly staff great shower and really clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old fashioned motel in a beautiful and convenient spot. A very comfortable and pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Staff member was friendly and caring....brought treats to our dog! A very comfortable stay, clean room and comfortable bed!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Augusto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dipanshu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025