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MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages

2.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Shelburne motel

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Exterior
Exterior
Cottage, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker
Front of property
Outdoor pool

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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260 Water Street, Shelburne, NS, B0T 1W0
  • Boxing Rock Brewing Co
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Shelburne County Museum
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Muir-Cox Shipbuilding Interpretive Centre
    ‪1 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Honeymoon Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Shelburne

Close to the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Shelburne motel, you'll find Boxing Rock Brewing Co and Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum. Dory Shop Museum and Shelburne County Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Boxing Rock Brewing Co - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Shelburne County Museum - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Muir-Cox Shipbuilding Interpretive Centre - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Dory Shop Museum - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 149 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Emerald Light - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ship's galley - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Scotia Lunch - ‬18 min walk

About this property

MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Shelburne motel
As a guest of MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages, you'll find an outdoor pool and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Shelburne motel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Cable television is provided. Accommodations have kitchenettes with microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 01 to May 31:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR2526T5860

We should mention

  • Children 13 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

MacKenzie's Motel Cottages Shelburne
Mackenzies Hotel Shelburne
Mackenzie's & Cottages
MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages Motel
MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages Shelburne
MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages Motel Shelburne

Frequently asked questions

How close is MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages to the airport?

MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages is 146.5 mi (149-min drive) away from the Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages?

As of Sep 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages on Sep 18, 2025 start from $101.23, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages.

How close is MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages to the beach?

This motel is 1.3 mi (3-min drive) from Islands Provincial Park and 15 mi (29-min drive) from Roseway Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages offer free breakfast?

MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages have a pool?

MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages features an outdoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 01 to May 31.

Does MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages to downtown Shelburne?

MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages is 0.6 mi away from Shelburne.

Reviews

MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 293 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 293 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 293 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 293 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 293 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyl

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, well laid out and spacious. The staff was very friendly and were happy I was there. Parking right outside the room made it easy to bring things in from and out to my vehicle.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property had recently been renovated and it was large and very very clean . Big TV .. Big Fridge .. microwave .. coffee maker and real coffee cups and glasses not plastic . The owner lives on site so very very easy to get anything if you need it . Location was perfect close to town although we didn’t use the pool it is huge ..! Definitely will be returning
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing

The tv was not connected and I ran the tap water for 8 minutes before it started to warm up - as a result I did not have a shower. The man next door was shouting in the middle of the night - not sure if he was awake or asleep.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room nice and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We couldn't stay in the room we were given, as there was a bad smell in the air. I have no idea what it was. When I told them this we were immediately taken to a much nicer room, but the batteries for the remote for the room's heater/cooler had died so we had to walk back to the office to get more. The faucet in the shower was almost coming off the wall, the outlet next to the bathroom sink wouldn't work for my blow dryer. It felt like the rooms were barely cleaned and rarely checked to make sure everything was working.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Matt

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property outside was clean, the staff was friendly and accommodating. Our issue was with the cleanliness of the room. I had to buy a bottle of cleaner for the bathtub before it could be used. I scrubbed it myself. There were cobwebs everywhere, one kitchen drawer was full of crumbs, floor was dirty all around bottom of the walls, and the shower curtain looked like it hadn’t been washed in a long time. They left no k-cups for the machine either (which was fine I went to Sobeys).
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet location, clean rooms, walking distance to waterfront and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher, Presque Isle

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Food left in fridge, no water pressure in bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

Warm and quiet

This is a pretty little town, and it looked especially nice with the holiday lights and snow. My place was cozy and pleasant. It is so nice and quiet in the winter.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

André

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Luc

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

Never again

This place should not be opened from Nov to April. Their water pipe froze and no water to our room, complaint to the owner and said it was out of his control. Shower dirty and mouldy, shower door does not stay closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you need for a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

chris

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen was rather dirty in places. Other than that, it was a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Checkin was easy. The room had been updated. I'm certain the floors don't get washed often as I spilled a bit of water and the white paper towel I used to wipe it up was dirty. The coffee machine and coffee needs an upgrade. The cord on the machine was not long enough to be plugged in. Had to sit it on a chair to reach the power bar. I checked out and was in a hurry to play golf and left a nearly full bottle of Wente Morning Fog in the fridge. Called within five minutes and left a VM to explain I would pick it up on my way home after golf and to aknowlege my VM. No response and when I stopped in they had dumped it. So no rave reviews from me.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

KENT

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here. Very close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
TV was hard to figure out probably more my problem than theirs
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Average roadside motel, but all was fine
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place the two bedroom cottage was perfect for our needs the area was quite Staff was awesome and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were great. Place is overpriced. Musty smell.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Terrence

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked nothing. Place filty,mold everywhere. Should have paid me to stay there. Health concern.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Terrence

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not worth the money. Mold everywhere. It was on the ceiling' around shower and on the windows. Bathroom fan didn't work. Tried a few times to see someone in the office' but never anyone there. Slept with clothes on. Heat pump did not work very well. Condensation very bad everything wet in the room .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024