Trailsman Lodge

2.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this beach Nyanza motel

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Lake view
Exterior
Aerial view
Outdoor pool
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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10003 Hwy 105, Nyanza, NS, B0E 1B0
  • Place, Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Kidston Island Beach Ferry
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Nyanza

On lake.At this Nyanza motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Bras d'Or Lake and 3 miles (5 km) of Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre. Mary Harper Nature Reserve is within 6 miles (10 km) and Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 8 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 8 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 9 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Bell Bay Golf Club - 9 min drive - 9.9 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rose’s Smash Burger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Red Barn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Baddeck Lobster Supper - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Meow - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Trailsman Lodge

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this beach Nyanza motel
Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Trailsman Lodge . Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nyanza motel.

  • 1 building
  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Trailsman Lodge offers 53 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Nyanza motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • 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

  • Arcade/game room
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03301326117196752-10003

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Trailsman Lodge to the airport?

Trailsman Lodge is 63.4 mi (74-min drive) away from the Sydney, NS (YQY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Trailsman Lodge ?

As of Dec 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Trailsman Lodge on Dec 16, 2025 start from $79.15, 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 Trailsman Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Trailsman Lodge .

Does Trailsman Lodge offer free breakfast?

Trailsman Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Trailsman Lodge ?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Trailsman Lodge ?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Trailsman Lodge ?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Trailsman Lodge have a pool?

Trailsman Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Trailsman Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Trailsman Lodge to downtown Nyanza?

Trailsman Lodge is 0.7 mi away from Nyanza.

Trailsman Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 401 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 369 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Terry

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Traveled with partner
Breakfast was included
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lake view, ruin was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda, Atkinson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location was perfect for doing the Cabot Trail. Breakfast was good and the views were nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Shawn

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a nice location by the lake. However , it’s time for the owner to invest some money in upgrades ! When you pay approx $. 200 a night you don’t expect dirt around the toilet and black around the moldings ! Also , there was a part missing from the shower making it difficult to turn on !! In addition , the shower curtain was soiled along the bottom with soap scum !! Overall the room was very outdated !! I’m not sure how there were so many high ratings ?!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

cecilia

Liked: Amenities
Checking in was a breeze, The room is clean, bed is comfortable and the room is large enough to accommodate 2 people,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older facility but clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

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

En route to the Cabot Trail

Lovely grounds with great views. Check in was quick and easy. Staff extremely pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds. Alot of microwaves we didn't use. Lotsa ice. Breakfast had unusual bacon but was plentiful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice size room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Adriana

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The views from the back deck were beautiful . The staff were not friendly did not talk to the guests even if you said goodmorning . The breakfast was okay the weird bacon was horrible . The cigarette butts around the front of the property were really disgusting. Need to check the towels some of them were badly stained .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

anthony

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room is dated Major upgrade is needed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to cabot trail and area, parking right outside room is great
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dorin

Traveled with partner
Not what we expected!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffiney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Water front was beautiful but with it comes bugs. 2 towels daily for 3 people was annoying as there are no phones in room, you must walk to front desk. Beds were comfortable, tv needs upgrade. Breakfast included was very nice. Ample parking. Noise from highway may bother some people.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not What We Remembered

This is a motel on a very nice location but needs help. Our view of the water was excellent. Unfortunately just our part of the wood deck was not redone so not great for sitting.. The room was reasonably comfortable although water pressure was quite bad in the shower. The shower faucet was also hard to use and offered little control of temperature. Breakfast was ok other than the "bacon". Im not sure what the price difference is but next time i would probably look to the inns in Baddeck. I think with some TLC the Trailsman could be a nice little motel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaurav

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

Best Property in that area

This property is at amazing location and view from you room is awesome. Food is great and Host is also great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Lorraine

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Trailsman is a Work in progress.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenience stop for our first night beginning the Cabot Trail
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room itself was pretty ordinary but it was clean, the service was good, the staff friendly and the complimentary breakfast was great. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in 2017 when we didnt have a room booked. Mac was able to accommodate my family and we greatly appreciated it. Then, in 2025, we arrived for our booked night to find Mac and his tale-telling grandson, Cairo, to check us in. So glad to see him here and we again appreciated the room, the view, the included breakfast, the comfortable nights sleep, and as always, the service. I highly recommend staying here for at least an evening, if not for the wonderful sservice then at least the view!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Diane

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025