Kelly's View Motel

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

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Exterior
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mountain View | Iron/ironing board, free rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Mountain view
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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
  • Great Bras d'Or Range Rear Lighthouse - 10 min drive - 5.4 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
  • ‪Captain Capers Fish & Chips - ‬14 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
Kelly's View Motel
Kelly's View Boularderie East
Kelly's View Motel Motel
Kelly's View Motel Boularderie East
Kelly's View Motel Motel Boularderie East

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.

Is parking available on site 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.

Does Kelly's View Motel have a hot tub?

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.

Does Kelly's View Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kelly's View Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Kelly's View Motel.

Kelly's View Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 415 out of 770 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 770 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 770 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 770 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 770 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely. The room was clean, beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deryck

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great . I hate staying at places because the beds are usually like plywood.. what a comfortable bed we had in our room.. even nicer than my own. Was a great stay :) ❤️ would go back next time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dated building with some updates. Clean and convenient from ferry for quick overnight. Bed super comfortable. Can hear neighbours as walls thin. However seems all settled early for road trips.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cindi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place for an overnight spot. Conveniently on the Trans Canada highway. Great views
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

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

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older motel but clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

rosalind

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola, Thunder Bay

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming for our two dogs, even giving suggestions for safe walking with them. Comfortable touches to room and very comfortable bed. Staff made us feel at home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This motel was very pet friendly and the owners are wonderful. This is an older motel that could do with some fixing up but nothing horrible
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

lori

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, checking in was a bit of a pain. I wish there were more blankets so I didnt have to turn up the heat and the water was not warm enough. Couldnt really have hot bath or hot shower, it was only warm. Otherwise very cute and clean. A family could easily stay in this room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrystine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely room very clean!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

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

10/10 Excellent

Aman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay was great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Noreen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

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

Kelly’s View is Great!

Small,well run family hotel very convenient to the North Sydney Ferry Terminal. Easy few minute drive to several restaurants nearby. Room was very clean and it was great to be able to drive right to the door
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veneca, Brighton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret, Portage la Prairie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic room that was clean and comfortable. Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025