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The Iona Heights Inn

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star inn near Bras d'Or Lake

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Hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages
Lunch, dinner, brunch served; ocean views

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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4115 Highway 223, Iona, NS, B2C 1A3
  • Place, Highland Village Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabot Links
  • Place, Iona Port Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬

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  • 248 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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8.6 out of 10
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  • 248 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 2497 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

About the neighborhood

Iona

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Iona inn, you'll be steps from Highland Village Museum and a 5-minute walk from Bras d'Or Lake. Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site and Glenora Inn and Distillery are also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • Highland Village Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Iona Port Beach - 1 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 44 min drive - 39.1 miles
  • Ski Ben Eoin - 47 min drive - 40.6 miles
  • Glenora Inn and Distillery - 59 min drive - 52.9 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wheelhouse Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ferrymen's Hall - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Grand Narrows Waterfront Development Society - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Darby's Old Church Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Iona Heights Inn

Family-friendly 3.5-star inn near Bras d'Or Lake
The Iona Heights Inn offers its guests a fitness center and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. Event space at this inn measures 495 square feet (46 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly The Iona Heights Inn. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Iona inn is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 495 sq ft of conference space
  • 46 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Iona Heights Inn offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with pay movies.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CAD 14 for adults and CAD 14 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Gym
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25.00 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of CAD 25.00 per stay
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CAD 14 for adults and CAD 14 for children
  • Pet deposit: CAD 25.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number RYA-2022-00-03301057207779792-4115

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Iona Heights Inn
Heights Inn
Iona Heights
Highland Heights Hotel Cape Breton Island
The Iona Heights Inn Inn
The Iona Heights Inn Iona
The Iona Heights Inn Inn Iona

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Iona Heights Inn to the airport?

The Iona Heights Inn is 48.8 mi (72-min drive) away from the Sydney, NS (YQY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Iona Heights Inn have an airport shuttle?

The Iona Heights Inn offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, on request.

Does The Iona Heights Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Iona Heights Inn, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of CAD 14 for adults and CAD 14 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Iona Heights Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Iona Heights Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Iona Heights Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Iona Heights Inn have a pool?

The Iona Heights Inn features a children's pool.

Does The Iona Heights Inn have a restaurant?

The Iona Heights Inn is home to Frolic & Folk Pub & Grill, which features ocean views, light fare, and brunch.

Does The Iona Heights Inn have a spa?

This inn doesn't have a spa, but it does offer Thai massages.

How close is The Iona Heights Inn to downtown Iona?

The Iona Heights Inn is 1.1 mi away from Iona.

The Iona Heights Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 547 out of 968 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 968 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 968 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 968 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 968 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sean

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
View was amazing! We enjoyed the attached restaurant. The condition and cleanliness could be better.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Martine

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Floors and bath dirty. Broken chair inside and on the balcony. Yellow stain on the wall. Great view and loved the pub.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here and exploring the Cape Breton area with this as our base. The room was comfortable, and there was a Pub on the premises that served good food. Though the breakfast buffet was pricy. The view from the room was worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dyanne, Winnipeg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The restaurant/bar had a great atmosphere. The staff were very friendly. The buffet breakfast buffet offered a wide selection of food options. The furniture in our room was very dated and worn. The bed was very comfortable. Overall, it was ok for a one night stay. The views from the hotel are amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Staff & service
Great value good people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Varun

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a beautiful property by the lake with great view of the lake and the mountain. The rooms are clean and has all the required amenities. There is also a very nice restaurant that is part of the property. They host events and have a good selection of menu. I was happy to find a veggie burger on the menu which is sometimes not easy to find especially in a small place. If you are planning a trip to Cape Breton I would definitely recommend this cute little inn. The staff is also very warm and friendly. Breakfast is at an additional cost but it’s worth the price. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave, Fergus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awsome panoramic view. Pub on-site. Convenience store on-site. Owners look to be keep the property updated. Glass balcony with higher railing for great views while sitting ... thumbs up 👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Arlene

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
4 people staying in room. Room was not cleaned other than the sheets being changed and beds made. Dirty toilet, a pill and empty toilet paper roll under the sink vanity. Floor in bathroom, especially around toilet and corner digusting. No hairdryer and only 1/3 of a roll of toilet paper on holder. Not enough hooks or towel bars in bathroom. Under bed had not been cleaned in quite awhile...lots of dust bunnies and fuzz. We accidently spilled a bit of water on the floor and counter, and when we wiped each the paper towel was black. The floor was also sticky. Inside of door also had something dark spilled on it. Went to the front desk, and they did come promptly. The licensed restaurant was good, with reasonable prices. There was also a band playing, which was a nice treat. View was very nice as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
This property had lovely views of Bras d’Or Lake, however, the proximity to dining other than what was offered wasn’t great particularly given the season with several restaurants nearby having closed for the season in early September. The staff was very friendly, the price point very good, however, the room itself was badly in need of a proper cleaning. The duvet cover on one bed was stained and the pillows in dire need of replacement. The choice of location is definitely on me but the overall need for a deep clean is up to inn staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHERYL

Nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, friendly staff, restaurant on site
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Iona gem

Great view! Very nice staff and pretty good food. Really nice area
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is lovely with wonderful staff and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn, Middle Sackville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff were super friendly. Breakfast buffet was a hit! Had a little trouble at check in, however it was quickly sorted out
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

tisha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful place and excellent vibe and view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our last night of vacation here. Excellent hospitality and the beds were very comfortable. Front desk reception was excellent, she was so personable and friendly. The Pub had a great vibe and great food. There is even a small convenience store/chocolate shop and NSLC on property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Adriana

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value

Beautiful view, nice room, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Positives first: Views from our balcony were beautiful. Convenient to Highland Village & Fortress Louisbourg. Food in the pub was good. Staff were very friendly - especially Grace & the young gentleman who served us dinner in the pub. Next, the Negatives: The property itself could use some TLC and a deep cleaning. We were assigned to Room 11 for two nights. For the first time in over 30 years of traveling extensively together, my wife asked the front desk for paper towels so that she could clean the bathroom with laundry detergent she had packed - it was that bad. We later realized that our expectations - based on the online pics - was quite different than the reality.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

YUHONG

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025