The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages

Property class: 2
Motel near DeCoste Entertainment Centre in Pictou

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a door.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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241 West River Road, Pictou, NS, B0K1H0
  • Place, McCulloch Heritage Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, DeCoste Entertainment Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Hector Heritage Quay
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Garden view
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • City view
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Pictou

In Pictou .You'll find DeCoste Entertainment Centre and Pictou Marina within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Waterside Beach Provincial Park is within 9 miles (15 km) and Nova Scotia Museum of Industry is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • McCulloch Heritage Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • DeCoste Entertainment Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hector Heritage Quay - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Caspers Gifts and Crafts - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Northumberland Fisheries Museum - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cassa De Chief - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Murphy’s Margaritaville - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages

Motel near DeCoste Entertainment Centre in Pictou
The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages offers its guests a vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Pictou motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages offers 14 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Pictou motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable television is provided. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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 (single-level property)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant 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 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03011430334276559-241

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages to the airport?

The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages is 84 mi (85-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 The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages?

As of Sep 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages on Oct 7, 2026 start from $85, including 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 The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages.

How close is The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages to the beach?

This motel is 7.9 mi (15-min drive) from Waterside Beach Provincial Park and 19.5 mi (27-min drive) from Melmerby Beach Provincial Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages offer free breakfast?

The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages have a pool?

The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages does not have a pool.

Does The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages to downtown Pictou?

The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages is 0.7 mi away from Pictou.

The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 866 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 271 out of 866 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 866 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 124 out of 866 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 106 out of 866 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, Convenient location, no complaints
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place for the price access to a waterfront patio, room was clean spacious had a kitchenette, great price,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rimas

Liked: Staff & service
This was a basic inexpensive motel , good for short stay. Location was excellent and everything in the room worked. Reasonably clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was a budget friendly great staff close to hospital
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Janet

Fine basic place to stay before surgery at Aberdeen Hospital and much better price than New Glasgow. Very close to quick food groceries and gas.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Alan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tired old motel. Some updates, looked like they did them themselves. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, quiet place to stay, just what I wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Warren

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I won't recomend or staY HERE AGAIN.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

John

Liked: Staff & service
Old outdated room with musty smell
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Jeff

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better have some pretty low expectations when staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay! Bathrooms do not have a fan so everything in them is soaked after a shower. Just be aware.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Paulette

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property used to be a pretty good place to stay but has deteriorated in the last few years. Rust,decay, mold and bad odors . Think twice before booking unless you don't mind those kind of surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shamarlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean . The staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Some of the window screens had holes. But the location was great for getting to the ferry quickly the next day.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the parking was secure. Bathroom could have been cleaner (baseboards). Bedspread is old style and should be upgraded. Staff were great and provided everything that we needed. Good location for us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay here regularly, fair price and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the front desk staff very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joelene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's just a nice little place to stay , old but improvments seem to be happening, the kitchenette is very convenient, but your are minutes away , from subway , tims , gas station, sobyes and more
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service
Reasonable price, good location, and friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place with all the amenities you need for a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cute little kitchen, comfortable beds, close to ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a 6 night stay, Staff was so friendly and their hospitality went above and beyond.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Entire place needs a tidy up. Plumbing is a major issue as bathroom basin blocked (staff member did come and unblock it). Soap holder in shower broken. Bath towels were tiny.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026