Country charm meets attentive service at this peaceful inn near Castle Rock, where guests enjoy beautiful gardens and private terraces for a memorable stay
Castle Rock Country Inn, near rolling hills, welcomes travelers with a praised hearty breakfast. Relax in the cozy garden, unwind on your private terrace, use WiFi, and get local tips from the helpful concierge and staff.
Ingonish Ferry is home to Castle Rock Country Inn. St. Paul Island South Point Lighthouse and St. Paul Island Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Cape Smokey Provincial Park. Visit our Ingonish Ferry travel guide
39339 Cabot Trail, Cape Smokey, NS, B0C 1L0
What's nearby
Ski Cape Smokey
2 min drive - 3.6 km
Cape Breton Highlands National Park
7 min drive - 9.4 km
Cape Smokey Provincial Park
1 min drive - 0.4 km
Acadian Trail
8 min drive - 9.8 km
Ingonish Beach
9 min drive - 10.1 km
Getting around
Sydney, NS (YQY)
116 min drive
Restaurants
Coastal Restaurant & Pub
16 min drive
Salty Rose's and the Periwinkle Cafe
16 min drive
The Bitsy Bean
17 min drive
The Seagull Restaurant
17 min drive
Brookside Drive-In
16 min drive
About this property
Castle Rock Country Inn
Hotel near Cape Breton Highlands National Park
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at Castle Rock Country Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Free self parking
Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Castle Rock Country Inn offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
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
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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
Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 23.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: CAD 23.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-06151002518455219-39339
Frequently asked questions
Is Castle Rock Country Inn pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CAD 23.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Castle Rock Country Inn?
As of Jul 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castle Rock Country Inn on Jul 24, 2026 start from CA $263, excluding 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Castle Rock Country Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Castle Rock Country Inn?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Castle Rock Country Inn located?
Situated in Ingonish Ferry, this hotel is steps from Cape Smokey Provincial Park and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Ski Cape Smokey. Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Acadian Trail are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Castle Rock Country Inn Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Beautiful seaside ocean view in a quaint Cape Breton ocean style hotel. Very friendly staff and great free breakfast for expedia members. Nice ocean side atmosphere. Room was a good size and very clean. Great experience.
The owner and staff were very informative of the area and places to visit. The rooms were clean and well maintained. The breakfast food was great, they offered fruit medleys, yogurt, eggs, potatoes etc… Essentially any familiar favourites one might like for breakfast. Bonus: great views everywhere on the property!
Wow, what a beautiful place to stay. Great ocean view room. The dining room room was very spacious and the morning. Breakfast had lots of choices.
Very welcoming staff
Wonderful place to stay. The staff were helpful and friendly for accommodating a late check-in. The view from the place was amazing.
The location was a bit further out of town than we realized but that was on us. But it was worth it for the view!
We stayed one night at this property, the inn was welcoming and the room was great. Amazing views of the water. The Breakfast was good, but could use a few tweaks - like fresh fruit, not Costco and the potatoes could be jazzed up a bit. Aside from these very minor ideas it was a great place to stay on your trip to the east coast !
It was nice enough, but not quite what we'd expected. While the inn looks like a nice large home, there were no owners on site; just hired staff tending to the 13 rooms. Our room was clean, but basic and unimpressive decor. The breakfast buffet was very good though, and the ocean views from the breakfast tables, and from the front bedrooms I assume (ours faced the back) were lovely.
As nice as it was to have breakfast available in the morning, it was just okay. Whole grain bread, granola, glasses for juice and improved pancakes and potatoes would help. However, the yogurt, eggs, fruit and options for rolls were all good.
The staff were super kind and helpful!
Most of all the dining room was bright and airy with relaxing music (no news on the TV.😁). I enjoyed spending the evening there watching the sunset on that spectacular view!
Great location away from the touristy spots The views are amazing including the sunrise and sunset The staff are friendly and provide local area’s to sight see
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.
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.
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
Castle Rock Country Inn was a very nice place to stay. As it's a bit out of town, you need to drive to restaurants. Breakfast was very good with a lot of options. Staff are great and check-in was easy and quick. Would stay here again.