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Fortress Inn Louisbourg

2.0 star property
Louisbourg motel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Suite, Kitchenette | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi
Located on the coast of Cape Breton, Fortress Inn Louisbourg offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast, a coffee shop, and an arcade for endless entertainment. Connect to WiFi and unwind in the bar or challenge friends to a game of billiards. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Air conditioning
  • Arcade/game room
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Mountain biking

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
The current price is $78
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room (1 Queen and 1 Double Bed) | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Standard Room (1 Queen and 1 Double Bed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Suite, Kitchenette | Private kitchen

Suite, Kitchenette

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
7464 Main Street, Louisbourg, NS, B1C 1H5

What's nearby

  • Louisbourg Playhouse Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sydney and Louisbourg Railway Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fortress Louisbourg National Historic Site - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Louisbourg Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Mira River Provincial Park - 22 min drive - 23.5 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurant de la Marine - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lobster Kettle - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Grubstake Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gaslight Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Foggy Hermit Cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Fortress Inn Louisbourg

When visiting Louisbourg, Fortress Inn Louisbourg is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 51 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
    • COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 3 days prior to check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Mountain biking
  • Pool table

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per accommodation, per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-05021747172209109-7464

Also known as

Fortress Inn Louisbourg
Fortress Inn
Fortress Inn Louisbourg Nova Scotia
Fortress Inn Louisbourg Motel
Fortress Inn Louisbourg Louisbourg
Fortress Inn Louisbourg Motel Louisbourg

Frequently asked questions

Does Fortress Inn Louisbourg offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Fortress Inn Louisbourg does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Fortress Inn Louisbourg?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 25 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Fortress Inn Louisbourg?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Fortress Inn Louisbourg?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Fortress Inn Louisbourg and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as mountain biking. Fortress Inn Louisbourg also has an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Fortress Inn Louisbourg?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Fortress Inn Louisbourg like?

Fortress Inn Louisbourg is a short 6-minute walk from Louisbourg Playhouse Theater and 9 minutes' walk from Sydney and Louisbourg Railway Museum.

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Reviews

Fortress Inn Louisbourg Reviews

6.8

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

7.8

Staff & service

6.6

Eco-friendliness

6.2

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Great for overnight
Daniel, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Ok in a pinch

The motel is ok. The room is dated with an uncomfortable bed. Breakfast was all starch, no yogurt or fruit.
Tammy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was very nice,clean, and staff was awesome
Kathy, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable room, quiet, convenient to downtown
Jeanne, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice rooms for the price, was good for a one-night stay.
Meirah, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Restaurant attached to hotel was quite generous & tasty. Definitely not a 5 star but adequately accomodated us after visiting the Fort, reasonable price.
Brenda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great stay
Zachary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to the wayerfront and great value for price
Adam, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

A good place to stay if visiting the Louisbourg Fortress national site. Staff here were extremely helpful with some additional needs unrelated to the motel stay.
Silvanus, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Convenient location, near Louisbourg National Historic Site. I appreciate the staff accompanying our late arrival.
Cindy, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

It was on the older side but it serve the purpose of a one night stay. The breakfast in the morning was a bonus.
April Ya Li, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay. The good rating was because the bed was not as comfortable. Fine for me but hard on my husbands bad back. Other than that it would rate excellent for me
Jeannine, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Its clean Very over priced for how run down it is
Sarah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ok place to stay

Motel is run down but is the only accomodation in Louisburg itself. The motel restaurant served seafood chowder that tasted like it came from a can, was a small portion, and cost $16. The fish and chips were decent. There are very few restaurants in Louisburg and they all close early. The motel restaurant was open until 7:45.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Squeaky mattress

I stayed in room 34. Needs a new bed. It was so uncomfortable and noisy. Every time I moved it squeaked so loud that it would wake my dog up. Made for 2 long nights.
Pamela, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was clean and tidy, and the air conditioning worked well - essential given the heat wave we drove into in the Maritimes. Bed was comfortable and the shower had decent pressure. The morning breakfast was simple but a good start to the day. Not fancy but a solid low cost option for the budget traveler. As for the location, it's a 10 minute drive to the Fort, and (if you need it) a laundromat just up the road. We didn't have too many interactions with the staff but they were always friendly and helpful.
Paul, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Continental Breakfast - water for making the instant oatmeal was cold. BASICALLY TOAST AND ORANGE JUICE
Daryl, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Need to update your ad. There isn’t laundry here as stated. The breakfast was continental however your option was toast or cereal. Need to up the game here.
Marie, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

This motel is dirty, there are dead bugs on the floor, the electrical outlets are not safe, there is garbage outside. This place is a disgrace to Louisbourg, Cape Breton and Nova Scotia.
Wendy, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not as shown by pics
Paula, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Very dated hotel. Smelled badly and the bathroom was dirty. There was hair in the bathroom probably from the previous occupants.
Eduard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet, clean and cozy with space for 4 people to move around in comfort. Could have used a kettle to make tea. This was our second visit would stay again!
Jane, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

This place is old and rundown. The mattress was old and worn so very uncomfortable. Tried to speak to management prior to leaving our first day but gone by 11. We were going to ask if there was another room with a newer bed but we were gone all day so never had the chance. The rooms were dark little lighting. Lots of mold around the tub. Had to go looking for a hair dryer on the first day. We got in from the lady in housekeeping. She was very nice and helpful. We went for the continental breakfast but only on the first day. It wasn’t worth getting up for. I know the saying you get what you pay for. We will not be back.
PAULA, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

The room was clean and fine overall. Breakfast was a big letdown — no eggs, cheese, or sausages were offered. It was just peanut butter, jam, toast, some bland cereal, coffee, and orange juice. There was an empty electric rice pot, so we figured eggs and sausages were served earlier, but by the time we arrived, most guests didn’t get any. Honestly, this felt more like a basic motel than an inn.
Alina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable place very central and very nice people who own and work there
Shauna, 1-night trip