The 5 Best Mahone Bay Hotels, Inns and B&Bs
Find the Best Mahone Bay Accommodations and Visit Mahone Bay and Lunenburg
Looking for the perfect getaway spot? Look no further than Mahone Bay! Voted one of the 12 Best Small Towns in Canada by Travel and Leisure, central to some of Nova Scotia's best attractions, it’s a great place to spend at least 3-4 nights to visit Mahone Bay and Lunenburg and enjoy all this area has to offer. From B&Bs to coastal Inns and Hotels – this beautiful town has something for everyone. Get ready to explore what we think is pretty much THE BEST area in Nova Scotia - happy travels!
If you're looking for a cozy escape near Mahone Bay, check out the five fantastic places to stay we've handpicked below for a relaxing getaway with beautiful views!
1. River Ridge Lodge
Experience the best of Mahone Bay without sacrificing peace and quiet at River Ridge Lodge! It may be a bit biased, but we truly believe River Ridge Lodge deserves to be at the top of the list. Located just a 5-minute drive away, the lodge is situated on an idyllic pastoral property that has continuously earned top ratings from TripAdvisor & Google.
The owners are welcoming and live separately with their own entrances, so you can still enjoy all the privacy you crave while having friendly service to plan your stay - plus customize those breakfasts for gluten-free, vegetarian or vegan diets if desired!
River Ridge Lodge offers two modern guest rooms and one 2-bedroom suite, all bright and spacious with en-suite baths in a tastefully updated 1905 farmhouse. The amenities include complimentary guest bikes and snowshoes. Trails behind the property lead to the picturesque Rum Runners Trail, ideal for biking and walking. The dock on the river and the propane fireplace invite to relax and enjoy the beautiful vistas or launch your own kayak or SUP.
River Ridge Lodge is open year-round and is ideal for all types of getaways, including romantic getaways, family vacations or small groups of up to 8 people.
Looking for the perfect combination of nature and luxury? Then this riverside bed and breakfsast is your spot! Enjoy a tranquil stay with all the modern amenities, privacy and attentive service. Breakfast is optional and can be added, or self-catering.
28 Silver Point Rd, Mahone Bay (Martins River), Nova Scotia - (902) 531-2284
2. Bayview Pines Country Inn
Located just five minutes from downtown Mahone Bay, Bayview Pines Country Inn is a charming seaside bed & breakfast. The B&B offers 10 cozy traditional style guest units with en suite bathrooms spread across two buildings. Most rooms are outfitted with decks offering ocean views with a backdrop of rolling pastures and woodland.
From friendly owners to included breakfasts in select types of accommodations – the nearby Dynamite Trail nearby that's ideal for biking or walking. They also have picnic tables on the grounds and their own pebbly beach with a slipway to launch your own kayak, SUP or boat during your visit.
Bayview Pines Country Inn is open seasonally only.
This coastal inn is a great place to stay if you would like to stay outside the hustle and bustle and enjoy a more traditional larger bed and breakfast with sea views and breakfast included.
678 Oakland Rd., Mahone Bay (Indian Point), Nova Scotia - (902) 624-9970
3. Kitch'inn
The Kitch'inn is a small charming boutique inn & wine bar, located right in the heart of Mahone Bay's Main Street. The inn offers three guest rooms and one apartment.
They describe their place as "quirky, slightly off-kilter"; the atmosphere is lively and social here. They describe their accommodations as "quirky, slightly off-kilter." Although they don't do breakfast here, it doesn't mean there won't be food - grab brunch on weekends from 11 am when Betty's Wine Bar at the Kitch’inn opens for business!
As for the accommodation and amenities, all rooms are modern and spacious with modern en-suite bathrooms. All rooms are on the 2nd floor.
The Kitch'inn is open year-round.
The Kitch'inn is the perfect place for you if you're looking for a stay with some modern vibes, near to all the hustle and bustle of town. The wine bar and restaurant are under the same roof. Breakfast is on your own terms.
319 Main St., Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia - (902) 624-0797
4. Fisherman's Daughter Bed & Breakfast
Fisherman's Daughter Bed & Breakfast is an intimate bed and breakfast nestled in a house that dates back to 1860, located between two of the famous Three Historic Churches in Mahone Bay and close to the centre of Mahone Bay.
There are four guest rooms with traditional styling, complete with antiques - one downstairs and three upstairs. All bedrooms come equipped with ensuite bathrooms, two of them featuring clawfoot bathtubs.
One of the guest rooms is located on the 1st floor, and three rooms are upstairs.
The friendly host will make sure you feel right at home and cooks a delicious included breakfast each morning.
Fisherman's Daughter Bed & Breakfast is open year-round.
Fisherman's Daughter is a great place for those who enjoy an intimate, more traditional bed and breakfast and would like to stay near the centre of town with picturesque views of the bay.
97 Edgewater St., Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia - (902) 624-0660
5. Mahone Bay Bed & Breakfast
Mahone Bay Bed & Breakfast is tucked in a grand old house right in the center of all the action of Mahone Bay. The B&B offers four comfortable guest rooms (two with ensuite baths), all featuring either queen- or double-size beds upstairs, plus access to a living room downstairs. The rooms are all on the 2nd floor, with a games table and a quiet sitting area outside the bedrooms.
From the wrap-around porch, you can watch the Mahone Bay life happening right before you.
Open seasonally only and not able to accommodate children.
Mahone Bay Bed & Breakfast is the place to stay if you want to stay in the heart and the hustle and bustle of Mahone Bay in a more traditional bed & breakfast.
558 Main St., Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia - (902) 624-6388
Where are the Best Hotels in Mahone Bay?
Looking for a hotel in Mahone Bay? We recommend the Oak Island Resort, the closest hotel to Mahone Bay, located 12 minutes away from town. But if a personal touch is what you're after, check out some of our favourite bed & breakfast and inns closer to town - cozy accommodations sure to make your stay even more special!
