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The Mountain View Motel & Cottages

Property class: 2.5

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Outdoor seating with tables and chairs, surrounded by a fence and decorative street lamps.
A sign for Pleasant Bay with icons indicating amenities like a restaurant, gift shop, and marina.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, hanging green pendant lights, and a counter area.
Two cabins with a paved driveway, outdoor seating, and a forested backdrop.
A double room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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23659 Cabot Trail Road, Pleasant Bay, NS, B0E 2P0
  • Place, Whale Interpretive Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Pleasant Bay Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Skyline Trail
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a black leather sofa, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(68 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

A double room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted artwork.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a sink. There is a wooden dining table with chairs.

Cottage, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, and a stove.

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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.
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What's nearby

  • Whale Interpretive Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pleasant Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Cape Breton Highlands National Park - 15 min drive - 14.2 miles
  • Skyline Trail - 17 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Cheticamp Visitor Centre - 29 min drive - 27.9 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 177 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Mountain View Motel & Cottages

Guests staying at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a vending machine. 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 garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Desks and free toiletries are other standard amenities.

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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
  • 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 satellite premium 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 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
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per accommodation, 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
  • 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 Sep 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages on Sep 4, 2026 start from $110, including 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.

Will I be able to park at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Free RV/bus/truck parking and wheelchair-accessible van 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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages?

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

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?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages for a fee of CAD 25 per accommodation, per stay.

Does The Mountain View Motel & Cottages have connecting rooms available?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Mountain View Motel & Cottages.

The Mountain View Motel & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 385 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting clean room great hospitality good price
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and fairly quiet. There is a restaurant located on the property that was good with fair pricing. Staff were very nice!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big room, comfortable bed, fantastic water pressure in shower. Also. Had a Restaurant on site which was decent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, beautiful setting, wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking. I didn't take the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room , awesome staff and nice maintained property. I would suggest some shelving in the bathroom and a towel ring for the hand towel. A hanging bar and some hangers to hang your clothes would also be nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yadveer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

Great stay

This was an amazing place to stay. The room was clean, the restaurant great and location close to the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laurie

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

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay, both the room and restaurant were excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
comfortable, quiet, good food in the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy bed, restaurant with delicious food on site.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location for our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Value for family trip was good in a good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was no fridge and no microwave. Since we were travelling for many days, it would have been very useful to have it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This place needs some updating. The heat was either too hot or not at all. Bed was very uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and great staff. The restaurant was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Staff & service
staff was friendly; restaurant offered good dining options
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice size room and restaurant attached to the motel. Overall decent place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Nice restaurant on site!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is cape Briton national park so although an older style motel, it is perfectly located and is clean and safe
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Be prepared there's no room fridge.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026