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Our top choices for Nova Scotia hotels on the lake

A bar area with wooden accents, bar stools, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.

1. Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel
4.0 star property
Halifax
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,831 reviews)
"Very clean grounds and rooms, helpful staff and great breakfast"
Canada
Alanna Kathleen Wilson
The price is CA $163
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a gazebo, and a building with multiple levels and outdoor seating.

2. Inn on the Lake

Inn on the Lake
3.0 star property
Fall River
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,080 reviews)
"Hospitality top notch, clean property. On-site restaurant food was excellent."
Canada
Michael
The price is CA $212
CA $252 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Inn on the Lake
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and trees.

3. Silver Dart Lodge

Silver Dart Lodge
4.0 star property
Baddeck
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,272 reviews)
"I loved the lodge,the staff,the location and the on-site restaurant"
Canada
Ofira
The price is CA $162
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Silver Dart Lodge
A wooden deck with a black railing, a grassy lawn, and a view of a lake.

4. Stardust Motel Timberlea

Stardust Motel Timberlea
2.0 star property
Timberlea
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Great stay, calm place nice view on the lake"
Canada
Patrice
The price is CA $122
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Stardust Motel Timberlea
A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating, overlooking a calm body of water and boats.

5. Inverary Resort

Inverary Resort
3.0 star property
Baddeck
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely large resort. Rooms were clean and staff very helpful. You can either dine on site or there’s some great eateries close by."
Canada
Sarah
The price is CA $245
CA $288 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Inverary Resort
A rustic wooden interior with high ceilings and exposed beams, featuring multiple wooden tables and chairs arranged in a spacious dining area.

6. Bras d'Or Lakes Inn

Bras d'Or Lakes Inn
3.0 star property
St. Peters
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (542 reviews)
"The Inn is well managed with friendly professional staff"
Canada
Douglas
The price is CA $197
CA $231 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Bras d'Or Lakes Inn
A golf course with a large body of water in the background, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

7. Dundee Resort & Golf Club

Dundee Resort & Golf Club
3.0 star property
Dundee
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (816 reviews)
"Was a wonderful stay"
Canada
David Francis
Dundee Resort & Golf Club
A cabin with a dock extending into a lake, surrounded by dense forest.

8. The Eagle's Landing on Minamkeak Lake

The Eagle's Landing on Minamkeak Lake
Italy Cross
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (98 reviews)
"Lovely host. The property is not a cabin as posted but a lovely little separate room under the owner’s home. Everything was there for a comfortable stay. Loved listening to the loons call from the lake as we fell asleep."
Canada
Allyson
The price is CA $185
CA $293 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Eagle's Landing on Minamkeak Lake
A wooden deck with a bench and table, overlooking a body of water and greenery.

9. Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort

Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort
3.0 star property
Indian Brook
7.0 out of 10, Good, (81 reviews)
"The bartender served a wonderful glass of wine for myself and my wife."
Canada
Wilfred
The price is CA $176
CA $213 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort
A hotel room with two beds, white bedding, a wooden ceiling, and artwork on the walls.

10. The Iona Heights Inn

The Iona Heights Inn
3.5 star property
Iona
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Centrally located with a good restaurant, laundry facilities and wonderful and helpful staff"
Canada
Ruth
The price is CA $120
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Iona Heights Inn
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Top Nova Scotia Hotel Reviews

HFX Airport Hotel

HFX Airport Hotel

8/10 Good
"The rooms were very quiet and very cleam. It is an older building, but even if you're in a high traffic area you could not hear what was happening in the hallways."
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HFX Airport Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

How much do lakeside hotels in Nova Scotia cost?
Lakeside hotels in Nova Scotia range between CA $143 and CA $293 per night. This means you can book a vacation by the water at a price that's friendly on the pocket. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
How many lakeside hotels are there in Nova Scotia?
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What is there to do in Nova Scotia near my lakeside hotel?
You'll find plenty of things to keep you entertained in Nova Scotia. If you're vacationing in Halifax, be sure to look around Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk, Chocolate Lake Beach and Pier 21 National Historic Site. Planning a getaway in Dartmouth? Playdium Dartmouth, Dartmouth Heritage Museum and Quaker House are popular sights in this city.