Cabot Shores

Name: Cabot Shores
Address: 30 Buchanan Drive, Indian Brook, ca

Location: 30 Buchanan Drive, Indian Brook, ca

Star Rating: 4 Stars

Property Type: Lodges

About this Property

Unique Wilderness Retreat Experience

Accommodations for Every Taste

Diverse Dining Options and Activities

Experience the ultimate wilderness retreat at Cabot Shores, where you can choose from a variety of unique lodgings such as yurts, domes, or private chalets. Indulge in a culinary adventure at GoBistro with a diverse menu catering to all tastes. Engage in a wide range of activities from kayak rentals to meditation sessions, ensuring a truly rejuvenating stay. Located along the stunning Cabot Trail, just a short drive from Cape Smokey Provincial Park, this eco-friendly resort offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience.

Policies

Check-in: 04:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Express check-in/check-out
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Sauna
Packed lunches
Table tennis
Board games/puzzles
Wheelchair accessible
Kid meals
Entertainment staff
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Invoice provided
Key access
Face masks for guests available
Express check-in
Billiards or pool table
Free wired internet
Playground on site
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Beach yoga on site
Private beach nearby
Internet access
Games
Concerts/live shows
Private picnics
Wine release events
Reception hall
Japanese garden
Secured parking
Fishing nearby
Water sports equipment
Beach club nearby (surcharge)
Beach toys
Charcoal grill
Vegetarian menu options available
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Paddle boating nearby

Rooms Available

The Tiny House and Hot tub

1 Double Bed
80-sq-foot room, located on the ground floor, balcony/patio with garden views

Food & Drink - Kitchenette with microwave, cookware/dishware, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Laptop workspace; rollaway beds (free) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room
Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking, pet friendly

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Kitchenette
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Balcony or patio
- Private or shared bathroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Soap
- Laptop-friendly workspace
- Eco-friendly cleaning products
- Eco-friendly cleaning products
- Paper towels
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
- Location - ground floor
Lodge Room 1 at Cabot Shores

1 Double Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom and slippers
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no rollaway/extra beds available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- Private or shared bathroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Lodge Room 3 at Cabot Shores

1 Queen Bed
Overlooking the valley

Internet - Free WiFi
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom and slippers
Practical - Cribs (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Free WiFi
- Private or shared bathroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Lodge Room 5 at Cabot Shores

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom and slippers
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking, pet friendly

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Private or shared bathroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Lodge Room 6 at Cabot Shores

2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
Layout - 2 bedrooms
Internet - Free WiFi
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - 2 bathrooms and slippers
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking, pet friendly

Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free WiFi
- Private or shared bathroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Breton Cove Farmhouse

4 Twin Beds, 3 Queen Beds and 1 Double Bed
Features a private balcony/patio

Layout - 5 bedrooms
Relax - Fireplace
Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom and slippers
Need to Know - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking, pet friendly

Max Occupancy: 10 (10 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Slippers
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Balcony or patio
- Private or shared bathroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

Offering free WiFi, this room is pet-friendly and wheelchair accessible. It has a queen and a twin bed, a rocking chair, a private bathroom and a deck outside. It is located in the main lodge.

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Adapted bath
- Shower chair
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
Blue Chalet

Known as the Blue Chalet, this 2-level cottage comes with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 1 separate toilette. It has a full kitchen and a sitting area. The 2 futons in kitchen and upstairs living room can be used as beds. It has a front deck with chairs, fire pit outside and parking spaces right next to it. Please note: This chalet is pet friendly - additional fees may apply.

Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Additional bathroom
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
Tan Chalet

Know as the Tan Chalet, this 2-level cottage has a downstairs that includes a bedroom with a double bed, bathroom, a kitchen and a dining room with a fold-out futon and wood stove. The upstairs has a spacious bedroom with a 1 queen and 2 twin beds and private bathroom. It has a front deck with chairs, fire pit outside and parking spaces right next to it. It is also wheel chair accessible. Please note: This chalet is pet friendly - additional fees may apply.

Max Occupancy: 7 (7 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Additional bathroom
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Adapted bath
- Shower chair
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
Five-Bedroom House

This holiday home offers a fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned holiday home consists of 1 living room, 5 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. The fully equipped kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The spacious holiday home provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area, as well as a patio. The unit offers 8 beds.

Max Occupancy: 12 (12 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Additional bathroom
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
One-Bedroom Chalet

This chalet's standout feature is the hot tub. Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned chalet is consisted of of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. In the well-fitted kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The chalet is furnished with a desk and a seating area and offers a tea and coffee maker, a dining area and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
Green Chalet

Known as the Green Chalet, this is a 2-level cottage with a downstairs that includes a bedroom with a queen bed, a bathroom, a kitchen and dining room with a foldout futon and a wood stove. The upstairs has a spacious bedroom with 1 king and 3 twin beds and private bathroom. It has a front deck with chairs, fire pit outside and parking spaces right next to it. Please note: This chalet is pet friendly - additional fees may apply.

Max Occupancy: 7 (7 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Additional bathroom
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
Double Room

Offering free WiFi, this room has a double bed and a private bathroom. It is located on the main lodge at Cabot Shores.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Additional toilet
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
Queen Room

Offering free WiFi, this room has a queen bed and a private bathroom. It is located on the main lodge at Cabot Shores.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Additional toilet
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Wardrobe or closet
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
Queen Suite

Offering free WiFi, this suite is pet-friendly and wheelchair accessible. It has 2 bedrooms, a private bathroom in each room and an outside deck. It is located on the main lodge at Cabot Shores.

Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Additional toilet
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Wardrobe or closet
- Additional bathroom
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
Double Room

Offering free WiFi, this room has a double bed and a private bathroom. It is located on the main lodge at Cabot Shores.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Additional toilet
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed

Guest Reviews

Kanishka (1/5): -
Jeffrey (6/5): - Many niggling concerns that are easily fixed. Property is rustic, but does advertise as a "resort". Overall, accomodations are overpriced like most along the Cabot Trail. No soap or shampoo is made available. Guests don't always bring their own. Uncomfortable futon for bed (in fixed roof accomodation). Just a pitcher of drinking water. Extra charges for amenities such as kayaks - not always the case elsewhere. Extra charges for meals of course, but the dinners weren't exceptional. And the buffet breakfast..... there are photos circulating online.... the "buffet" (in name only) looked nothing like those. In actuality, it consisted of a plastic container of corn flakes, one of yogurt, a basket of small white bread slices, and a plate of scrambled eggs and two sausages delivered by staff. (A pancake could also be had.) Having another staffperson lying on the couch in the dining area reading her cellphone during meals is not particularly professional either.
erin (6/5): - We stayed for one night at Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort. The staff were very friendly & helpful, and the mac and cheese at dinner was amazing! The garbage/recycling sorting facilities were a plus! We were disappointed in the cleanliness of the room, however, as there were hairs in the bed. We had stayed in quite a small room, so that seemed a bit odd. All in all, it was a good price,
Bernard (10/5): - This resort has yurts and domes as well as rooms in the lodge. The yurts and domes do not have their own baths. The lodge rooms where we were did. The room had a double bed and a single. The double was quite comfortable, the single not so much. Our room was on the bottom floor. There was a restaurant attached and the option to have a package with breakfast and dinner. Though we didn't have the package we did eat a breakfast and a couple of dinners. The food was excellent. They have music on Thursday and Saturday nights. We were there on Thursday. There was a Cape Britton traditional music group that was wonderful. There is a trail to a bay of the ocean. It is really quite nice. A combination of camping and lodge resort. It was one of the few places we stayed that had air conditioning and as it worked out was also the only time it was needed
jürgen (10/5): - friendly, nice environment, not pretentiuous
Matthew (10/5): - Was allowed to check in a little eerly because housekeeping was al finished. That was. Bonus with 3 kids. Slept them ate delicious bbq chicken meal. Later James made us burgers that could stand up above anybody. Rebecca was awesome enough to give us some important info regarding the areaenities and a big smile. Thanks James and Rebecca !!!!! .
Nadine (10/5): - Beautifulw site, lovely staff, great food!!!! Loved having our own hot tun.
Melanie (10/5): - We had a lovely stay. Thank you for your hospitality
Verified traveler (2/5): Poor Quality Strange Policies - The bed and pillows provided in the room were of notably low quality, feeling thin and not well-suited for repeated use in a lodging environment. The right side of the mattress was weak and did not support the sleeper. The layout of the room also presented challenges, particularly with the left side of the bed positioned under a sloped ceiling, which led to multiple instances of bumping our heads when getting up. Additionally, the waste disposal policy was inconvenient. Arriving at the room I was reminded of the $25 for not sorting garbage, which could have been easily avoided if as expected appropriate sorting receptacles were provided in the room from the start. This would have made the process much smoother and more straightforward. Overall, the accommodation fell short of expectations, especially considering the price point.
Lionel (6/5): - Quand même une belle ambiance et l'éco -responsabité plus poussée.
Musing With (6/5): - We had to take out our own garbage or be charged $25 to have housekeeping take it. This is just ridiculous!
Verified traveler (8/5): - The food at Cabot Shores was wonderful! The staff are lovely and the location perfect as a jumping off spot for many things to do on Cape Breton. The room was rustic but quiet and convenient
Jieh (6/5): Needs refurbishment and renovation - The place was good but the place was old and getting to our unit required us to gp through narrow stairs and small doors. Towels still have smell of sun screen. Washroom needs fixing as the toilet is shaky and leaking septic gas.
Carla (10/5): - Great service, even better dinner!
Robin (4/5): - The dinner meals were amazing. I had halibut one night and salmon the next. It was served with fresh vegetables from the garden. I had soup and mussels as appetizers and both were fabulous. The breakfast was very underwhelming, cold frittata and French toast with Aunt Jemima syrup ,no fresh fruit as promised. Our server Pierre was polite, efficient and kind. My room,6a ,had a moldy smell. The a/c filters were caked with dust ( I cleaned them out myself) and the patio door to the outdoor did not lock. I reported it to the front desk, nothing was done so I had to secure the door myself.
Dianne (4/5): - We stayed in the tiny house and I found it to be not so clean. There was splash back on the toilet from someone vomiting...that was disgusting. The dining room had a dog wandering around, not okay with people dining. I found the food very expensive with limited amount and not very well cooked. Two green beans and four shreds of carrot does not warrant vegetables...four small cubes of potato and two small chicken thighs that were undercooked. Not happy with the food at all. I would not recommend this property.
Arlene (6/5): - Unfortunately, our room was above the lobby/dining area. We woke up from the movement of people and chairs/tables.
michelle (4/5): - The staff was really nice and helpful but the food was def not as great as they claim nor are the rooms (we stayed in) old musty The bed springs were digging into our backs and we had some bug bites on us after the night (don’t think it was bed bugs) but the area was beautiful and once again the staff was incredibly nice and accommodating
Nancy (8/5): - Stayed in rooms under main dining room and kitchen- loud
DONALD (10/5): - A great isolated place in the wilderness. Loved our stay. Paul the owner is awesome. Highly recommend staying there.
Debbie (10/5): Wilderness Beauty - Beautiful place to stay if you love the outdoors and simple comforts. The bed was pretty tough which was a shame as we really loved it here by the beach. All very clean and a great team. The location is fantastic.
Verified traveler (6/5): - It has a back to nature vibe with several unique abodes. The bistro wasn’t open for dinner and there are no eating establishments for quite a distance, so make sure you make plans ahead of time to eat before arriving or pick something up. For the price we would have liked a tv and a coffeemaker in the room.
Alexandra (4/5): Camp here, do not stay in the lodge - I stayed at the lodge and was not very happy with my stay. The room was very overpriced for what it was and had the feel of staying at a hostel. I felt somewhat misinformed booking this stay, as the room pictures indicated on the website didn’t look like the kind of room my fiancé and I stayed in. This wilderness resort is definitely much more suited to a camping experience, and I would not recommend staying in the lodge in a hotel room. It felt like sleeping over a friend’s house rather than staying in an over $100 room with very minimal room amenities.
Verified traveler (8/5): - The property has a very beautiful location. Very rustic and the yurts were very cute. Disappointed in the food service, however. I thought the prices were too high for the quality of the food and the service provided. I also thought it was pushy to insist upon a reservation for the "bistro". I appreciate that they wouldn't want to make food for more than expected, but I feel that's part of what happens in the restaurant business: you have to place a bet, and sometimes you win, sometimes you lose...
Verified traveler (10/5): - An absolute paradise , awesome staff, Barbara and Dr Paul congratulations!!!👍👍👍
Barb (10/5): - Beautiful location and friendly, welcoming staff. Definitely plan to come back and stay longer.
Valere (4/5): - The pillows smell bad and uncomfortable. The towels smell moldy. The chairs were broken. You would expect better amenities for the price of the chalet. Breakfast is expensive and the food is not good. Generally Overall the place is not well maintained. The Yurts look like a moldy yogurt pot.
Verified traveler (4/5): - They kinda herd you through like cattle. It is more of a hostel. Beds are awful.
Kathryn (10/5): Unanticipated pleasure - Was given the option to upgrade to a Mongolian yurt from a regular hotel room at check in. Absolutely grand, complete with beautiful sunrise from our deck! Wonderful stay, nice people. Food was also very good. Definitely would recommend !
Mike (8/5): - I had the best cooked piece of fish at Go Bistro. Staff were friendly. The resort felt like I was staying at somebody's home.
Stephane (8/5): Cabot trail - Belle endroit calme. Nourriture étais bonne
Verified traveler (8/5): - Beautiful property. Staff was friendly and enjoyed the music.
Verified traveler (8/5): - Very small room. Air Conditioners did not keep the room cool. Got an sticky. Bed was uncomfortable
Michael (4/5): - the good: super helpful staff, friendly owners, and a nice location. We had a great meal in the restaurant with excellent live music, but I’m rating the place only on the accommodations (5 out of 5 for the restaurant). The bad: when you drive in, the first things you see are junk laying around, and an out building that’s under construction. There’s a general untidiness around the grounds, with hoses and implements just lying about. Also, we paid over $400 per night for a 2 room suite that was right under the kitchen. In the morning it was like being under a tap dancing class.
Verified traveler (2/5): - There was no mattress but instead a futon which was incredibly uncomfortable. No wifi.
Chris (10/5): - It was just a very peaceful place to rest and relax.
Alfred (6/5): Low key Rustic resort. - Would be good for those who want a rustic resort with no frills. But you can pay for an outdoor hot tub if you want. Thou, the early morning wake up call from the rooster is free. Little too high of price for what is there, small rooms, and low cost building. Would give it two stars for the hotel and 4 stars for service. The staff works hard to make the place enjoyable.
Verified traveler (2/5): - We had no water in our room our bed was broke an I paid 195$ for that room I feel like I was ripped off.
Teresa (8/5): - A very unique place to stay on the Cabot Trail. Rustic but comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay!
William (2/5): Cabot Shores Beware - Cabot Shores was a disaster. I made the mistake of booking for two nights and realized too late that I couldn't cancel the second night. $170.00 + Tax for a room up 14 stairs in an older wooden building with one way out. The room didn't have a coffee pot or even Kleenex. Bare bones room in every way. Downstairs you could make tea at no cost but it cost 2.50 a cup if you made coffee ?? so the sign said. We thought we could relax downstairs after our day until the guy with the trumpet decided to practice. (And he needed the practice but outside would have been better). The breakfast - self serve (Prepared by the "Executive Chef LOL) was some dry cereal, cold boiled eggs, some fruit and some beat up bread you could make toast with. The coffee was included. $31.68 included the Gratuity (not sure for what) They refunded the gratuity. Total bill for two nights was $418.00 CAD. By comparison the night before at the Hearthstone Inn in Sydney was 140.62. Two nights at Holiday Inn in Stellarton, Nova scotia with breakfast cost $308.20 and Holiday Inns are top of the line as we have found the Best Westerns to be. I say "Cabot Shores Beware"
Verified traveler (2/5): False advertising. Stay away. - We were having an amazing time on the Cabot Trail until we stayed at cabot shores. We stayed inside the "lodge" not in a yurt, tent, dome, etc. The bed sheets and pillows were horribly stained. Room was full of spiders. There are signs posted everywhere stating what you can't do. There were 4 posted in our bathroom. One older one advised there's been a continuous water shortage. Another one advised they change your bed sheets once per week and towels once every 4 days. Seeing the condition of the bed sheets that awaited us, I can guarantee you they have not been changed or washed for quite a long time. We used our beach towels and clothes to sleep on. The water in the shower is shut off after a few minutes. Everything is at additional cost, breakfast,kayaks,etc. You need to use a rickety water filled dinghy and pull yourself to a really rocky, unpleasant beach. We were advised of an "organic breakfast with a copious variety" , that we paid extra $12 per person for; it was the same every day, toast yogurt, granola, banana bread, hard boiled eggs. Oh, you are expected to clean up after yourself, even if there are 5 staff members just standing around, doing absolutely nothing. We've witnessed several guests complaining about the cleanliness, one couple spent 20 minutes speaking with the owner and they kept stating the disappointing cleanliness of their accommodations, the owner replied stating that "cabot shores provides a holistic experience". Ridiculous.
Mike (6/5): If you don't like the wilderness, don't stay here. - Very basic, bare minimum accommodations. No telephone or TV in the room. Bed was somewhat uncomfortable, bathroom facilities were fine.
Verified traveler (2/5): Not a good place - I wouldn't recommend this. You are on holidays. You have to be quiet between 10 pm to 730 am As soon as you check in they bombard you with extra things you can purchase like meals. Firewood etc.... people are very nice there. They had to read off a piece of paper What needs or had to be done. A very hippie type place to stay.
Trent Arsenault (2/5): Worst place I had ever stayed in Cape Breton - Recently Me and my family visited this resort. First according to my booking I was staying in a Cabin, with kitchen and usual cabin amenities. The pictures of the add only correspond to their cabins. When we got there, We received two rooms in the basement of their main building. The rooms ONLY have the bed, no kitchen, not even a coffee pot, nothing. The staff did not try to help us and make our stay a better one, seeing our dissapointment. Instead of this, they wanted to charge us for BBQ ourselves, making a camp fire, etc. At the end we ended up paying the full stay, even if we left with enough notice time to them, and additional charges that we do not recognize. The manager NEVER tried to face us up to solve this when we were there or a phone call. If you happen to have a reservation here, cancel it with time so you don't get your money wasted in something not reliable. We have visited Cabot trail lots and there is plenty places that offer better than this.
Verified traveler (8/5): - Nice location for trip on the Cabot Trail. We didnt eat there, so we cant comment on the food, but the little restaurant up the road (Clucking Hen) was excellent. Very friendly people!!
Verified traveler (10/5): Relaxing and fun - Great weekend getaway. They make you feel like you're at home. Food was outstanding, staff was very accommodating with everything. If you're looking to relax and enjoy the outdoors give this place a try. Would let hesitate to go back!
B4 (2/5): Worst "hotel" I have ever experienced. - The gravel driveway winds through trailers and and various ongoing construction sites and ends at the lodge, which does not look like any of the photos on Expedia. We registered, were charged the last half (total bill $166) before being shown our room. Up a creaking stairwell, we were led to a very small room, complete with a loud fan running. The fan was from the kitchen below, powerful enough to cause the bed to vibrate. Amenities? There are none. No fridge, minimal bedding, etc. with walls so thin that any conversation or activity actually sounds like it occurs in the room. Anytime that the occupants on either side left their rooms, the doors banged shut so loudly that they do would cause the bed to move, followed by the echoing footfalls up and down the creaky stairwell. The view from our window included campsite barbecues, rubbish, cars, tents, camping gear, and a chicken pen with roosters who competitively crow at daybreak. Cars parked adjacent to both sides of the building meant that meant constant beeping from key less car access-beeping till late in the night. There is no cell phone access, which was not mentioned on the Expedia site. Wi-fi is so minimal that if you do connect, the signal is lost within a few minutes. The location is miles from anywhere, including grocery stores etc. Of course, without camping equipment food is problematic. Although, for $13. per person, you could have a nominal breakfast. This is not waterfront property. This is not a hotel.
Marc-Antoine (10/5): Awesome resort! - We booked a room at the charming Cabot Shores resort last minute as we were extending our trip for one day. We regret that we only stayed for one night. This place is an awesome resort where you can easily meet with other people of all ages and enjoy the nature. and outdoor activities. There is free meditation in the morning conducted by the owner of the place and healthy meal options. At night, we went outside sipping on tea watching the beautiful stars. This is definitely a great spot for watching the stars.