Staying in Nova Scotia
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide for Nova Scotia, Atlantic Canada.
With people as warm and friendly as the land is rugged and beautiful, Nova Scotia offers travellers superior hospitality in the abundant yet diverse bed and breakfasts (B&Bs) and inns located there. The owners of these intimate accommodations are happy to share their personal knowledge and experience to give guests inside information about the area and a taste of the local cultural flavour. Other popular accommodation types found in this region of Atlantic Canada include cottages, cabins, hotels, motels, campgrounds and vacation rentals.
HALIFAX METRO
Rich with history, the Halifax region offers visitors ample opportunities to experience the past at its many museums and attractions. The region's heritage can also be experienced in the intimate settings of local historic buildings used as accommodations. The area is home to numerous B&Bs and inns decorated in attractive country and nautical styles with amenities that vary from simple and comfortable to lavish and contemporary. They are found in abundance in communities such as Dartmouth, Herring Cove, Bedford and Elmsdale.
Travellers will also discover a wide selection of hotels and motels in the area, ranging from downtown Halifax luxury hotels to economical chain-brand properties. A short drive from the Halifax Stanfield International Airport in Fall River, the boutique hotel Inn on the Lake is one of several conference and accommodation facilities that can be found in the region. Travellers working with a tight budget might consider staying at one of the many hostels. The Halifax metro area is also home to a variety of other accommodations such as campgrounds, extended-stay suites and vacation rentals.
CAPE BRETON ISLAND
A popular destination year round, Cape Breton's stunning, rugged beauty, prevalent Scottish traditions and its many activities and attractions draw travellers from all over the world.
Visitors can experience the Scottish heritage and genuine warmth of Cape Breton's residents first hand while staying at one of the abundant B&Bs sprinkled over the island in centres such as Sydney, Little Bras d'Or, Louisbourg, Grand Narrows, Cheticamp and North Sydney. Holidaymakers are sure to have a memorable experience as well as a good night's sleep whether staying in cosy rooms in down-to-earth homes or in themed luxury suites at historic mansions.
The numerous inns in the region provide guests with a personal and at times royal experience. Just outside of Baddeck, the Castle Moffett affords guests a lavish stay in a new-world castle-turned-inn. A mix of economical motels and full-service hotels cater to island guests looking for a more traditional hotel stay, while visitors travelling with children will find resorts and self-contained units such as vacation rentals, cabins and cottages an appealing accommodation alternative.
THE FUNDY SHORE & ANNAPOLIS VALLEY
There is plenty to do while visiting the Fundy Shore and Annapolis Valley region. After watching the world’s highest tides or touring Nova Scotia's wine region, visitors can find rest in one of several B&Bs. Perfect for couples on romantic getaways, these inviting properties often feature fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs and king beds with Egyptian cotton sheets. The region is also home to numerous inns, many of which are set in historic buildings dating back to the 1800s and are classified as Municipal Heritage Sites or Provincial Heritage Properties. These inns can be found in communities such as Sandy Cove, Parrsboro, Smith's Cove, Annapolis Royal, Digby and Windsor.
While not in abundance, visitors can find hotels and motels in larger centres, with popular chain brands found in towns such as Truro and Kingston. An attractive alternative over summer is camping. From oceanfront sites to treed sites tucked off the beaten track, a mix of privately owned and provincial park campgrounds attract flocks of happy campers from the middle of May to the middle of October. Amenities vary from campground to campground but on-site washrooms, showers, laundry facilities, general stores and Internet service are common. Other accommodations found in the area include cottages, vacation rentals and resorts.
SOUTH SHORE REGION
Home to the town of Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for the famous Bluenose II schooner and the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, the South Shore Region offers visitors an inside look at its genuine fishing villages and well-known lighthouses. While visiting these enchanting villages, holidaymakers can choose to stay in one of the abundant cottages or vacation rentals found in communities such as Lunenburg, Sunnybrook, Shelburne, Hunt's Point and Hubbards. Cottages range from small self-contained units to larger houses with amenities that can include full kitchens, laundry facilities, fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs, BBQs and decks.
Travellers looking for the inside scoop on the area, such as tips about visiting Peggy Cove's Lighthouse, will find that bed and breakfast owners not only offer excellent hospitality but are a wealth of information as well. Found on scenic estates, in the heart of active fishing villages and on the shores or the ocean, B&Bs meet a variety of guests' needs. This region also boasts boat accommodation aboard the HMCS Fraser Museum, which offers suites and dorm-style bunks in Bridgewater.
EASTERN SHORE REGION
Long hailed as an outdoor paradise, the Eastern Shore Region is a favourite spot for water-sport enthusiasts like surfers, windsurfers, paddlers and fishermen, as well as hikers and backpackers. After a long day of play, holidaymakers can retire at an affordable, comfortable B&B in locations such as Eastern Passage, Sherbrooke, Middle Musquodoboit, Liscomb and Guysborough. Accommodations can vary from cosy rooms with shared baths to large, well-appointed suites. Travellers looking to sleep a little closer to nature will enjoy one of the area's several campgrounds, most of which are located either on lakefront or oceanfront properties. Many of the campgrounds in the region offer flush toilets or both flush and pit toilets as well as other amenities like showers, laundry facilities, boat launches and boat rentals.
NORTHUMBERLAND SHORE
Visitors looking to spend time swimming in the ocean will find some of the best opportunities in the Northumberland Shore region with its sandy beaches and warm waters. The Northumberland Shore also hosts a number of large festivals and events, many with a Scottish theme. After a day on the beach or at a local festival in centres such as Pictou, New Glasgow, Clydesdale, Pugwash and Antigonish, travellers can rest at one of the nearby B&Bs or inns. Several of the area's inns offer a choice of rooms, suites and guest houses, making them ideal for both single guests and large families. While the area is home to only a handful of popular chain hotels, it does have several independent hotels and motels. Cottages can also be found in abundance throughout the region, located both along the shore and in the quiet countryside.
YARMOUTH & THE ACADIAN SHORES
Known for its thriving Acadian music and culture, the Yarmouth and Acadian Shores region has plenty of interesting sights and attractions like the Cape Forchu Lighthouse. Not far from Cape Forchu is Yarmouth, the largest urban centre in the region. While in Yarmouth, visitors can choose from a number of accommodations such as several popular chain hotels, a handful of motels and a number of B&Bs and inns. Situated in Church Point is St. Mary's Church, North America's largest wooden church. After visiting this historic must-see attraction, weary travellers can stay the night in one of the nearby cottage rentals.
HALIFAX METRO
Rich with history, the Halifax region offers visitors ample opportunities to experience the past at its many museums and attractions. The region's heritage can also be experienced in the intimate settings of local historic buildings used as accommodations. The area is home to numerous B&Bs and inns decorated in attractive country and nautical styles with amenities that vary from simple and comfortable to lavish and contemporary. They are found in abundance in communities such as Dartmouth, Herring Cove, Bedford and Elmsdale.
Travellers will also discover a wide selection of hotels and motels in the area, ranging from downtown Halifax luxury hotels to economical chain-brand properties. A short drive from the Halifax Stanfield International Airport in Fall River, the boutique hotel Inn on the Lake is one of several conference and accommodation facilities that can be found in the region. Travellers working with a tight budget might consider staying at one of the many hostels. The Halifax metro area is also home to a variety of other accommodations such as campgrounds, extended-stay suites and vacation rentals.
CAPE BRETON ISLAND
A popular destination year round, Cape Breton's stunning, rugged beauty, prevalent Scottish traditions and its many activities and attractions draw travellers from all over the world.
Visitors can experience the Scottish heritage and genuine warmth of Cape Breton's residents first hand while staying at one of the abundant B&Bs sprinkled over the island in centres such as Sydney, Little Bras d'Or, Louisbourg, Grand Narrows, Cheticamp and North Sydney. Holidaymakers are sure to have a memorable experience as well as a good night's sleep whether staying in cosy rooms in down-to-earth homes or in themed luxury suites at historic mansions.
The numerous inns in the region provide guests with a personal and at times royal experience. Just outside of Baddeck, the Castle Moffett affords guests a lavish stay in a new-world castle-turned-inn. A mix of economical motels and full-service hotels cater to island guests looking for a more traditional hotel stay, while visitors travelling with children will find resorts and self-contained units such as vacation rentals, cabins and cottages an appealing accommodation alternative.
THE FUNDY SHORE & ANNAPOLIS VALLEY
There is plenty to do while visiting the Fundy Shore and Annapolis Valley region. After watching the world’s highest tides or touring Nova Scotia's wine region, visitors can find rest in one of several B&Bs. Perfect for couples on romantic getaways, these inviting properties often feature fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs and king beds with Egyptian cotton sheets. The region is also home to numerous inns, many of which are set in historic buildings dating back to the 1800s and are classified as Municipal Heritage Sites or Provincial Heritage Properties. These inns can be found in communities such as Sandy Cove, Parrsboro, Smith's Cove, Annapolis Royal, Digby and Windsor.
While not in abundance, visitors can find hotels and motels in larger centres, with popular chain brands found in towns such as Truro and Kingston. An attractive alternative over summer is camping. From oceanfront sites to treed sites tucked off the beaten track, a mix of privately owned and provincial park campgrounds attract flocks of happy campers from the middle of May to the middle of October. Amenities vary from campground to campground but on-site washrooms, showers, laundry facilities, general stores and Internet service are common. Other accommodations found in the area include cottages, vacation rentals and resorts.
SOUTH SHORE REGION
Home to the town of Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for the famous Bluenose II schooner and the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, the South Shore Region offers visitors an inside look at its genuine fishing villages and well-known lighthouses. While visiting these enchanting villages, holidaymakers can choose to stay in one of the abundant cottages or vacation rentals found in communities such as Lunenburg, Sunnybrook, Shelburne, Hunt's Point and Hubbards. Cottages range from small self-contained units to larger houses with amenities that can include full kitchens, laundry facilities, fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs, BBQs and decks.
Travellers looking for the inside scoop on the area, such as tips about visiting Peggy Cove's Lighthouse, will find that bed and breakfast owners not only offer excellent hospitality but are a wealth of information as well. Found on scenic estates, in the heart of active fishing villages and on the shores or the ocean, B&Bs meet a variety of guests' needs. This region also boasts boat accommodation aboard the HMCS Fraser Museum, which offers suites and dorm-style bunks in Bridgewater.
EASTERN SHORE REGION
Long hailed as an outdoor paradise, the Eastern Shore Region is a favourite spot for water-sport enthusiasts like surfers, windsurfers, paddlers and fishermen, as well as hikers and backpackers. After a long day of play, holidaymakers can retire at an affordable, comfortable B&B in locations such as Eastern Passage, Sherbrooke, Middle Musquodoboit, Liscomb and Guysborough. Accommodations can vary from cosy rooms with shared baths to large, well-appointed suites. Travellers looking to sleep a little closer to nature will enjoy one of the area's several campgrounds, most of which are located either on lakefront or oceanfront properties. Many of the campgrounds in the region offer flush toilets or both flush and pit toilets as well as other amenities like showers, laundry facilities, boat launches and boat rentals.
NORTHUMBERLAND SHORE
Visitors looking to spend time swimming in the ocean will find some of the best opportunities in the Northumberland Shore region with its sandy beaches and warm waters. The Northumberland Shore also hosts a number of large festivals and events, many with a Scottish theme. After a day on the beach or at a local festival in centres such as Pictou, New Glasgow, Clydesdale, Pugwash and Antigonish, travellers can rest at one of the nearby B&Bs or inns. Several of the area's inns offer a choice of rooms, suites and guest houses, making them ideal for both single guests and large families. While the area is home to only a handful of popular chain hotels, it does have several independent hotels and motels. Cottages can also be found in abundance throughout the region, located both along the shore and in the quiet countryside.
YARMOUTH & THE ACADIAN SHORES
Known for its thriving Acadian music and culture, the Yarmouth and Acadian Shores region has plenty of interesting sights and attractions like the Cape Forchu Lighthouse. Not far from Cape Forchu is Yarmouth, the largest urban centre in the region. While in Yarmouth, visitors can choose from a number of accommodations such as several popular chain hotels, a handful of motels and a number of B&Bs and inns. Situated in Church Point is St. Mary's Church, North America's largest wooden church. After visiting this historic must-see attraction, weary travellers can stay the night in one of the nearby cottage rentals.
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