See all properties

The Mountain View Motel & Cottages

2.5 star property
Motel in Pleasant Bay with a coffee shop and a restaurant

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Mountain View Motel & Cottages

Balcony
Exterior
Exterior
Private kitchen
View from property

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
23659 Cabot Trail Road, Pleasant Bay, NS, B0E 2P0
  • Whale Interpretive Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Skyline Trail
    ‪22 min drive‬

Book today, save on your next hotel stay

It's that easy when you're a member of Orbitz Rewards. It's free to join!

Room options

View all photos for Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Cottage, 1 Bedroom

Cottage, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen

Cottage, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Pleasant Bay

Located within a 5-minute walk of Gampo Abbey, The Mountain View Motel & Cottages is within a 15-minute stroll of Whale Interpretive Centre. This motel has 24 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
View more Motels in Pleasant BayOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Whale Interpretive Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pleasant Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 20 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Skyline Trail - 22 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Cheticamp Visitor Centre - 40 min drive - 27.1 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty Anchor - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mountain View Motel & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Highland Breeze Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Mountain View Motel & Cottages

Motel in Pleasant Bay with a coffee shop and a restaurant
Guests staying at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This motel also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Desks and free toiletries are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Property grounds

HideOut in The Highlands 15min from Skyline Trail Walking distance from Sunsets

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 3 reviews
The price is $124
includes taxes & fees
$108 per night
Jun 6 - Jun 7
HideOut in The Highlands 15min from Skyline Trail Walking distance from Sunsets

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 4 to 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Mountain View Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 14 and May 20.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 4 to 12 per person

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03152144579949158-23659

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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Mountain View Motel Cottages Pleasant Bay
Mountain View Motel Cottages
Mountain View Cottages Pleasant Bay
The Mountain View & Cottages
The Mountain View Motel & Cottages Motel
The Mountain View Motel & Cottages Pleasant Bay
The Mountain View Motel & Cottages Motel Pleasant Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages?

The Mountain View Motel & Cottages offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages?

As of May 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages on May 18, 2025 start from $93.94, excluding 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.

What can I see within easy reach of The Mountain View Motel & Cottages?

This motel is located in Pleasant Bay, a short 4-minute walk from Gampo Abbey and also 13 minutes on foot from Whale Interpretive Centre. Pleasant Bay Beach is also within a driving distance of 1.2 mi.

Is parking available on site at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does The Mountain View Motel & Cottages feature a casino?

No, The Mountain View Motel & Cottages doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is The Mountain View Motel & Cottages a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include kitchens.

Does The Mountain View Motel & Cottages have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Mountain View Motel & Cottages have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Mountain View Motel & Cottages serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Mountain View Restaurant.

Will The Mountain View Motel & Cottages allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages.

Does The Mountain View Motel & Cottages have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages.

The Mountain View Motel & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 777 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 777 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 171 out of 777 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 777 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 777 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sagar

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Charlene

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Friendly staff. Restaurant on site
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean and easy to park
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

donna

Traveled with group
The heating was terrible we had to wear our coats while in the room The shower was uncontrollable. My husband almost got scalded No phone in room to call front desk No refrigerator and there was lots of room to put one For the high price we paid we expected more for our money. Just terrible Never stay again. It was room #18. Bad heating
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place to stay little older but very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Colour galore!

Good overnight stop, friendly caper staff, would expect nothing else in God’s county.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely staff, they were very helpful and wecoming. Restaurant was okay. Room was clean, comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I always like to stay at the Mountainview and this was my 4th time there. Great food and service at the restaurant and always clean rooms, but the mattresses really need an upgrade in some rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nadeesha

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice location..
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Wanda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harsimran

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Weili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the amazing view from our bed! Literally laying in bed staring through the window at the fall leaves was breathtaking! The young erver working with the cabot trail t shirt and stretched ears was absolutely AMAZING! Customer service and friendliness through the roof - give them a raise ASAP! The bed we had was honestly awful... completely sunk in in the middle so my partner and i were sunk in.. awful sleep. Need new bed in room #1 ASAP. The bathtub was awful looking and the lack of fridge jn the room was frustrating considering there are no places to buy food or drinks in pleasant bay so you need to being your own while doing the trail. The price for one night doesnt reflect the comfort you wish, especially for a bed and fridge.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

lemuel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Colin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Place was dated and a little bit in disrepair.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nismal

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not properly clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Traveled with group
Nice motel with lovely little restaurant. Friendly staff. Clean comfortable room. Heating work well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cheri

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place needs updating, not only in the rooms, but in the housekeeping area. When we got into our room, the musty, old smoke smell hit us. The bathtub had a dead worm and a live beetle in it. After getting rid of those, we saw another worm and beetle come up through the drain. The bathtub looked like it was not cleaned, had dirt marks or stains from the suction cups on the bathmat. There was a wet towel hanging on the rack, either it was put back up after the previous occupant left, which means it wasn’t washed, or it was put up wet, but why? The other towels were dry. The window latches were all broken so the windows at ground level don’t lock, which you can see from the outside. Add there was hair on the chair, not ours, because we just got there. So the cleaning had not been done very well. Wallpaper peeling and ripping off, and the tub surround was all cracked and repaired very badly . Worst experience I’ve ever had in any rented room!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room needed updating. Shower old with poor water stream.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

KYLA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The location was great- close to many hiking trails and look-off points in the national park. Staff was very friendly and quick to help out when needed. The room was nice and the beds comfortable, though the bathroom was badly in need of updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

Hotels

Manoir Highfield … the ideal choice for large group.
Auberge la Chocolatière
The Cottages on Salt Spring Island
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Chateau Fredericton, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Holiday Inn Sudbury by IHG
Atlantic View Motel and Cottages
Meridian Inn & Suites Regina Airport
Grand Oak Manor Bed & Breakfast
Pomeroy Inn & Suites Prince George
Hotel Kelowna & Conference Centre
Super 8 by Wyndham Moosonee
Super 8 by Wyndham Abbotsford BC
Wetherly Inn
Rundle Mountain Lodge
The Latch Inn
Sandman Signature Saskatoon South Hotel
Mineral Springs Resort
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Antigonish
Travels Inn Victoria County
Equinoxe by Tremblant Platinum
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Sheraton Fallsview Hotel
Blackstone Mountain Lodge by CLIQUE
Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa
Qualicum Beach Inn
Deer Lodge
Hôtel Plante
Tofino Resort & Marina