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The Iona Heights Inn

3.5 star property
Family-friendly inn with free parking, steps from Highland Village Museum

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Children's pool
Hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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4115 Highway 223, Iona, NS, B2C 1A3
  • Place, Highland Village Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabot Links
  • Place, Iona Port Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
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  • Lake view
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Lake View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

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8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Room, Lake View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Comfort Room, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 2497 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

About the neighborhood

Iona

The Iona Heights Inn places you next to Highland Village Museum and within a 10-minute stroll of other popular attractions like Bras d'Or Lake. This 21-room, 3.5-star inn has free in-room WiFi along with free self parking and a free airport shuttle.
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What's nearby

  • Highland Village Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bras d'Or Lake - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
  • Iona Port Beach - 1 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 44 min drive - 39.1 miles
  • Glenora Inn and Distillery - 59 min drive - 52.9 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wheelhouse Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Darby's Old Church Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ferrymen's Hall - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grand Narrows Waterfront Development Society - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Iona Heights Inn

Family-friendly inn with free parking, steps from Highland Village Museum
Guests staying at The Iona Heights Inn enjoy a children's pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this family-friendly inn include conference space, a business center, and a computer station.
Flat-screen TVs come with pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and ironing boards.
Recreational amenities at the inn include a fitness center and a children's pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CAD 14 for adults and CAD 14 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Frolic & Folk Pub & Grill

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Gym
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 495 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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 25.00 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of CAD 25.00 per stay
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CAD 14 for adults and CAD 14 for children
  • Pet deposit: CAD 25.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 25.00 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.
Property Registration Number RYA-2022-00-03301057207779792-4115

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Iona Heights Inn
Heights Inn
Iona Heights
Highland Heights Hotel Cape Breton Island
The Iona Heights Inn Inn
The Iona Heights Inn Iona
The Iona Heights Inn Inn Iona

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Iona Heights Inn?

The Iona Heights Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Iona Heights Inn?

This inn in Iona is within a 10-minute walk of Bras d'Or Lake and Highland Village Museum. Iona Port Beach is also within a driving distance of 1.5 mi.

Is there parking available at The Iona Heights Inn?

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

Is there a spa at The Iona Heights Inn?

Spa services at the inn include deep-tissue massages.

Does The Iona Heights Inn have a casino at the property?

No, The Iona Heights Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Iona Heights Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Iona Heights Inn good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this inn, including a bar, an ocean-view restaurant, and live shows.

Does The Iona Heights Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does The Iona Heights Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Iona Heights Inn serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Frolic & Folk Pub & Grill.

Does The Iona Heights Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Iona Heights Inn for a fee of CAD 25.00 per pet, per stay. A deposit of CAD 25.00 per stay is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at The Iona Heights Inn?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this inn for your group or family vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Iona Heights Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Iona Heights Inn offer a furnished balcony and may feature lake views.

The Iona Heights Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 548 out of 970 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 970 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 970 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 970 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 970 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location, views, comfortable room
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

10/10 Excellent

Soliterre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I believe Kim was at the front desk she was informative and helpful really great at her job . We will be back . Excellent dining experience and great live music
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Tina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the Atlantic Ocean front desk was very friendly and helpful. Dinner at the pub was good. BUT the room was not good! Mattress was so old that they put a cheap piece of foam on top to buy a bit more time before throwing out the mattress is my guess. The floor was never cleaned, dead wood bugs (not sure what they call them but where I live in BC we call them that) spider nests w/insects caught in it behind the toilet, live wood bugs, human hair. It was dirty! kept my shoes on at all times. I didn’t complain because we only spent 2 nights and there and there wasn’t anything else around the area for hotels/motels and we wanted to explore the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jodi, Old Orchard Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice restaurant and close to museum
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

j

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, friendly staff, excellent breakfast, nice lake view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a disaster. We booked for 3 adults. There was 1 towel set, 2 chairs, the beds looked like they were slept in as the sheets were wrinkled and pushed under the comforter. 1 bed looked like someone laid on top of it. The bathroom was disgusting, broken toilet seat, dirty tub and sink. The room had a collection of furniture picked up on the side of the road, nothing matched. No headboard or microwave. We asked for another room and were refused. We were told there would be a credit on our bill which we are still waiting for.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

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

10/10 Excellent

Alan R

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean the restaurant food was delicious. And there was a local jam fest . I would definitely recommend staying here !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

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

8/10 Good

s

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aroshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Be warned that there is not much around
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

Atlantic Road Trip

We stayed one night at this hotel. The location is gorgeous, with a view overlooking the lake!! Beds were comfy. Dinner in their restaurant was delicious! It's basically in the middle of nowhere, but still well worth the stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn, kingwood

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and friendly staff. Restaurant on the property has good food and full bar. We were there on a Saturday and there was live fiddle music! There is also a small convenience store/alcohol store on property which is very convenient.
View from property
On site pub
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabth

The view was spectacular We stayed two nights they never came to make beds or remove any garbage and never replaced coffee The floor was not the cleanest
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marni

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Live music with dinner. Very welcoming atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Washrooms needed to be cleaned better some mold and and mildew in the tub area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kira

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed the accommodation and cleanliness of the Iona Heights Inn. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The pub has delicious meals, and the hot breakfast buffet was the best experience of our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Krista

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Property felt a bit rundown. Room was clean but smelled of mildew. Pub was nice, great local performer but music was far too loud for the space. Ate supper there but wasn’t told there was an additional charge because there was music happening, $5 was just added to the bill at the end which was strange. Staff were all very friendly and helpful, definitely their biggest asset:)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this hotel was great for traveling with our Pocket Beagle and is very Pet Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kozue

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is family friendly but better for couples. Love the pub and Billy the breakfast king.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view. A bit dated but would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025