Mallard Inn

3.0 star property
Waterfront bed & breakfast in St. John's with free parking

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Garden
Front of property
Hiking
Living area
Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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5 Barrows Rd, St. John's, NL, A1A 1G8
  • Place, Signal Hill National Historic Site
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of St. John's
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, George Street
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Signature Suite, Oceanfront

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Signature Suite, Oceanfront

  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

St. John's

Located in Quidi Vidi within a 5-minute walk of Quidi Vidi Lake, Mallard Inn is within a 15-minute stroll of Signal Hill National Historic Site. This 4-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with in-room amenities like sitting areas, minibars, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Signal Hill National Historic Site - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Port of St. John's - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • George Street - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • The Rooms - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jumping Bean - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mary Brown's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Wharf at Quidi Vidi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Piatto Pizzeria + Enoteca Midtown - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Mallard Inn

Waterfront bed & breakfast in St. John's with free parking
Mallard Inn features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. This smoke-free bed & breakfast also has a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other amenities include sitting areas, minibars, and coffee makers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: CAD 15 for adults and CAD 15 for children
  • Private picnics

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 local cuisine breakfast: approximately CAD 15 for adults and CAD 15 for children

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Mallard Inn?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Quidi Vidi within a 10-minute walk of Quidi Vidi Lake, Signal Hill National Historic Site, and Quidi Vidi Battery. You'll also find Port of St. John's and The Rooms within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Mallard Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does Mallard Inn include a casino?

No, Mallard Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mallard Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Mallard Inn?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront bed u0026 breakfast include Champagne service and a minibar along with private picnics.

Does Mallard Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Mallard Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Mallard Inn offers breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Mallard Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mallard Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Mallard Inn?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Mallard Inn?

The closest major airport to Mallard Inn is St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT), which is 7.2 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Mallard Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Mallard Inn.

Mallard Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
None of the above. It was a lovely room. But not convenient. Over priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an awesome time at Mallard Inn. The rooms are newly renovated and beautifully designed. The property is a historic building right next to Quidi Vidi Wharf. As the property just opened under new ownership when we visited, there were minor hickups (like eg. a missing bin in the room) which have been quickly resolved by the attentive and friendly stuff. Parking on site is limited and extended dinner options require a car to go into town.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
While the room was beautiful and the location was lovely, our stay here didn't quite live up to our expectations, especially given that it was the most expensive accommodation of our trip to Newfoundland. The hospitality was a bit disappointing, particularly when compared to the exceptional warmth we experienced at other places we stayed. We also encountered some practical issues. The lack of clear parking signs meant that public parkers often used the guest spaces, which was frustrating. Additionally, the breakfast policy was confusing—it seems to be included with some rooms but is an add-on for others. This kind of inconsistency feels odd at this price point. Finally, we were often disturbed by the noisy common area doors and the sounds of other guests coming and going.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025