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NovaStar Motel On The Lake

2.0 star property
Lakefront motel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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BBQ/picnic area
Front of property
Full Kitchenette Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View
Economy Apartment, Lake View
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View
The NovaStar Motel On The Lake sits close to both the Yarmouth County Museum and Yarmouth Mall, making it convenient for exploring local culture. Guests can play a round at the 18-hole golf course, relax in the garden, or start their day with the continental breakfast.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Microwave
Toaster
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Studio Suite | Bathroom

Comfort Studio Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Apartment, Lake View | Living area

Economy Apartment, Lake View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Full Kitchenette Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

Full Kitchenette Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Microwave
  • 250 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Triple Room, Double and Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Triple Room, Double and Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Microwave
Toaster
  • 205 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
214 Hwy 1, Dayton, Dayton, NS, B5A 5A1

What's nearby

  • Yarmouth Regional Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Yarmouth Mall - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Yarmouth County Museum - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Yarmouth Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Mariners Centre - 5 min drive - 5.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Boston Pizza - ‬4 min drive

About this property

NovaStar Motel On The Lake

Motel near Yarmouth Ferry Terminal
Located close to Yarmouth Mall and Yarmouth County Museum, NovaStar Motel On The Lake provides free continental breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a terrace. Tee up with amenities like a golf clubhouse at this motel. In addition to a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a vending machine, and barbecue grills
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at NovaStar Motel On The Lake have comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, German, Vietnamese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf clubhouse

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: CAD 15 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: CAD 120.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: CAD 15 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03150710304056533-214

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

El Rancho Motel Yarmouth
El Rancho Yarmouth
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NovaStar Motel On The Lake Dayton
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NovaStar Motel on the Lake (formally El Rancho Motel)
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Novastar On The Lake Dayton
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NovaStar Motel on the Lake (formally El Rancho Motel)

Frequently asked questions

Is NovaStar Motel On The Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

As of Jul 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NovaStar Motel On The Lake on Jul 23, 2025 start from CA $121.49, 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 at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM– midnight for a fee of CAD 15.

What time is check-out at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does NovaStar Motel On The Lake provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is NovaStar Motel On The Lake located?

Situated in Dayton, this golf motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Yarmouth Mall, Yarmouth County Museum, and Yarmouth Ferry Terminal. Mariners Centre and Hebron Recreation Complex are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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NovaStar Motel On The Lake Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 154 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

It was a perfect stop on our road trip, close to Yarmouth, clean, and not too expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

nice place to stay simple clean with nice views
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Great place But bring an extra blanket for cool nights
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Comfortable, clean, and quiet. A great restaurant two minutes down the road 'Honey Bees Restaurant'.
The view from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Close to town. Quiet. Nice size room. No A/C. Clean. Nice lake views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10

Pink bathtub
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10

The owner was very friendly. The breakfast was very simple but adequate. No ac in the room but the fan helped. Bbq on the property came in very handy to make our supper. The room we stayed in was dated but everything worked. The yellow tub was very retro. Lots of towels, wash clothes, soap and shampoo
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10

The place looks like its falling apart
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Very clean, very nice staff and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10

Beautiful view of the lake and the sunset. Staff very accommodating and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10

The service wasn’t terrible but wasn’t great. Talked to me through the ring camera, when I checked in and out.. wasn’t worth $150 for one night. Very outdated. Not the cleanest. Mold in the bathroom, it’ll do if you’re in a pinch. Likely wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Fantastic property. Very friendly staff. Rooms have an upgraded look to them and are very clean Will absolutely stay there again when I am in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

Quaint little Inn for our night's stay. Staff we're exceptionally friendly and eager to help.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10

Our kitchenette room was very spacious and we looked out on to the beautiful lake. We had table and chairs on the deck which was nice to sit at and have a glass of wine before going to dinner. There was no ac and the room became very hot during the day. Only 2 tiny windows were avaible to open and only one would open. The screen had a fist sized hole in it. There was a very old style box fan which did not deal with the heat in the room.It was a 50's style room which they had attempted to update. There were only 2 lamps in the room which provided inadequate light. I had to dust the room since it had not been dusted. Our room was never vacuumed or the bathroom cleaned during our 6 day stay. The kitchen sink didn't have a dishcloth or tea towel when we arrived. Eventually we received 2 dish cloths, no tea towel. We eventually received a towel bath mat, none the first day. There was no rubber bath mat and no grab bars for the tub. There was a new white toilet in the bathroom and the sink and tub were a weird color green( not avocado) from some distant era. Luckily there were new taps at the sink and a new shower fixture with good water pressure. All in all, we loved the location and the size of the suite but otherwise it was a bust! Definitely not worth $170 a night. Even on cool days the suite was sweltering. The old fashioned 50's style windows need replacing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Beautiful location and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10

This is an older facility but it was comfortable and great for our family. We all enjoyed the walking trail behind the motel (trans canada trail, goes for miles and miles, and always dear on the trail) and the breakfast. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10

Low key no frills comfort near The Cat Ferry terminal in Yarmouth. Shows its age with a few cracked floor tiles, but the room was quiet and comfy after a long drive and ferry trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10

overall a nice place to stay had a nice view and the people were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10

Looks absolutely gorgeous on the outside. The staff were super friendly and helpful. This is a very old motel very dated and the room smell musty need some major renovations on the inside.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

The property is easy access from the highway. Clean and large rooms. Owners are amazing and generous. Would stay here again 5-star!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10

Staff were pleasant. Room was cozy. Nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10

Needs updating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Beautiful view from the room. Much larger than we anticipated. The room was quite warm when we entered but the lovely owner turned on the A/C for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024