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Castle Rock Country Inn

3.5 star property
Hotel in Ingonish Ferry with free parking

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Sundeck
Reception
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Standard Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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39339 Cabot Trail, Cape Smokey, NS, B0C 1L0
  • Place, Ski Cape Smokey
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Smokey Provincial Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Breton Highlands National Park
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Economy Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Ingonish Ferry

Located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Ski Cape Smokey, Castle Rock Country Inn is within a 10-minute drive of Cape Breton Highlands National Park. This 3.5-star hotel has 12 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ski Cape Smokey - 2 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Cape Smokey Provincial Park - 5 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 7 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Acadian Trail - 8 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Highlands Links - 11 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Rose's and the Periwinkle Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Coastal Restaurant & Pub - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Restaurant & Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Seagull Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Bitsy Bean - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Castle Rock Country Inn

Hotel in Ingonish Ferry with free parking
Guests staying at Castle Rock Country Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Beds sport premium bedding. Coffee makers, ceiling fans, and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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
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 23.00 per pet, per night
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting 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.

  • Pet fee: CAD 23.00 per pet, per night
  • 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • 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-2023-24-06151002518455219-39339

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. 

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 free cancellation available at Castle Rock Country Inn?

Castle Rock Country Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Castle Rock Country Inn?

This hotel is located in Ingonish Ferry, close to Acadian Trail, Highlands Links, and Ski Cape Smokey. Cape Smokey Provincial Park is also within a driving distance of 3.5 mi.

Is parking available on site at Castle Rock Country Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Castle Rock Country Inn feature a casino?

No, Castle Rock Country Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Castle Rock Country Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Castle Rock Country Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as free breakfast and concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at Castle Rock Country Inn?

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

Does Castle Rock Country Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Castle Rock Country Inn offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Castle Rock Country Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Castle Rock Country Inn for a fee of CAD 23.00 per pet, per night.

Does Castle Rock Country Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Castle Rock Country Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Castle Rock Country Inn.

Castle Rock Country Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 638 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 638 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 638 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 638 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 638 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul, Fairfax

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We went off season and very little in the area was open but the owner was delightful accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne Rachelle

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accomodation is good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Beverly

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were welcomed to a beautiful clean room by a friendly staff member (Kevin) who accommodated all our requests. The owner Kim was very friendly. She had prepared a smorgasboard of breakfast offerings and she also cooked each of our breakfasts to perfection.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good variety.Hot items could have been hotter.Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice cozy inn, beautiful area, wonderful view--room was clean with the exception of the table cloth on small table (various hairs both human and animal--don't put a table cloth on and then not change it...)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely appointed rooms. Maybe a bit dated but still very nice. It has a comfortable feel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

jodi, Old Orchard Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice breakfast and rooms, not conveniently located to any dining
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stop along Cabot Trail
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location overlooking the ocean. Comfortable room. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dheeraj

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and view.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

DENISE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast had a lot of variety and a welcoming cozy dining room to share conversation with other guests
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was such a lovely place to stay. The room was large and had a great view of the area. There were many places to sit and enjoy the view or just read a book. I could have stayed a week. The staff was so nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This inn was the best lodging during our 7 day trip to Cape Breton and Nova Scotia. After a long day of driving and hiking on the Cabot Trail, we were greeted warmly by the desk clerk who went out of her way to help us find a restaurant. The room, with a beautiful ocean view was clean, spacious, and well appointed. The next morning we enjoyed a delicious breakfast buffet that far exceeded our expectations in a roomy dining room with beautiful ocean views. After breakfast we enjoyed coffee on the deck listening to the surf. Lovely start to our day. Highly recommend this gem of an inn!’
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and well kept. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and spotless building, a clean room with an ocean view, a delightful breakfast, and polite, classy staff. This is not just a simple hotel — it’s a masterpiece
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk person, Jane, was helpful with directing us to local restaurants. My wife and I enjoyed our time at the Castle Rock, great breakfast and room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

shawn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property is beautiful. Great views. But really nothing around it. We had to drive 20 min to get a pizza for dinner. There was a breakfast onsite in the morning thankfully. Rooms are tiny and a lot considering the area and size. TV really old and small (not that we should be watching while on vacation but it was playoff season!!). The a staff were excellent and very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a great place to stay! Excellent team and room. Easy to find and park with great views across the bay. Comfy beds and a good range of amenities. Breakfast too was good in the spacious dining room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Herman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025