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Silver Dart Lodge

Property class: 4
Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Bras d'Or Lake

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a fence and trees.
A row of white cabins with numbered doors, red Adirondack chairs on the porch, and potted plants.
A restaurant with large windows offering a view of a lake and hills. Tables are set with red chairs.
A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a lake and mountains, surrounded by greenery and potted plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, and a view of a lake.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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257 Shore Rd, Baddeck, NS, B0E 1B0
  • Place, Bras d'Or Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for West Lodge, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and wall-mounted lamps.

West Lodge, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for East Lodge 2 double Backside No View

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, and a lamp.

East Lodge 2 double Backside No View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Chalet, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a telephone, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Chalet, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Main Lodge, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a desk with a telephone, a television, and a window with a view of the sea.

Main Lodge, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a table, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(100 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Chalet, 1 Queen Bed

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Chalet, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 390 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly made bed with a plaid bedspread and a skirted skirt, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(120 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Baddeck

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Bras d'Or Lake and 2 miles (3 km) of Kidston Island Beach Ferry with a stay here. Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site and Kidston Island Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Bras d'Or Lake - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Baddeck Boardwalk - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tom's Pizza - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lynwood Inn Restaraunt - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Main Street - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Salt Rock Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Silver Dart Lodge

Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Bras d'Or Lake
Silver Dart Lodge offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Silver Dart Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Baddeck hotel is smoke free.

  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1968
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Silver Dart Lodge offers 90 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CAD 9 to 18 for adults and CAD 5 to 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Basketball
  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 21 2026 to May 18 2027 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
  • Breakfast
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Fitness facilities
  • Swimming pool
The property is closed between October 14 and May 18.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 15.0 per night.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 full breakfast: approximately CAD 9.00 to 18.00 for adults, and CAD 5 to 9 for children
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 15.0 per night

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 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 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. 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR2627T8229

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Children 12 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.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Silver Dart
Silver Dart Baddeck
Silver Dart Lodge
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Silver Dart Hotel Baddeck
Silver Dart Lodge Baddeck, Nova Scotia - Cape Breton Island
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Silver Dart Baddeck
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Silver Dart Lodge Hotel Baddeck

Frequently asked questions

How close is Silver Dart Lodge to the airport?

Silver Dart Lodge is 57.3 mi (68-min drive) away from the Sydney, NS (YQY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Silver Dart Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Silver Dart Lodge.

Does Silver Dart Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Silver Dart Lodge, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between CAD 9.00 and 18.00 for adults, CAD 5 and 9 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Please note that breakfast will be unavailable between October 21 2026 and May 18 2027 (subject to change).

Is there a casino at Silver Dart Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Silver Dart Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Silver Dart Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Silver Dart Lodge have a pool?

Silver Dart Lodge features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.The pool will be unavailable from October 21 2026 to May 18 2027 (dates subject to change).

Does Silver Dart Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The dining venue will be unavailable from October 21 2026 to May 18 2027 (dates subject to change).

Does Silver Dart Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Silver Dart Lodge to downtown Baddeck?

Silver Dart Lodge is 0.6 mi away from Baddeck.

Silver Dart Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 695 out of 1284 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 394 out of 1284 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1284 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1284 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1284 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a beautiful view, and we were able to walk to a nice restaurant or could have just dined there! Very close to the Cabot Trail and the Bell museum!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant and helpful staff with the check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here! Beautiful little hotel, the property was clean and tidy and staff quite friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully maintained property, stunning view, rooms were clean, well laid out. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our 2nd time staying here was another great time , with excellent staff ang fantastic food .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay! Beautiful location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice visit
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. It was clean and quiet, The on-site restaurant is a highlight, offering a beautiful lake view and a wide variety of breakfast options to choose from.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was convenient with amazing view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stop in Cape Breton. Room was clean, kids enjoyed the pool and close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was a pleasure. And the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location, scenery, and the history behind the lodge name. Food and facilities were excellent. Convenient access to the Cabot Trail, Bras d'Or, and the Sydney and Louisburg areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean rooms Great views and very affordable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My room needed updating as paint was peeling but the room was quiet and the staff were helpful. It was a good location and had a popular restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice place to stay. Our room was large and well kept with a beautiful view, the 24 hr laundry was very convenient, the pool was nice, and the staff were helpful and knowledgeable. It was also close to great restaurants and served as the ideal starting point for a drive up the Cabot trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy location. Everything you need with a great staff .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful place to stay, the view is amazing, the food was very good and service from both the hotel and restaurant was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The facility was a bit old, but we had everything we needed. The view from the lodge was beautiful. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful property, clean, gorgeous view. Very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the chalets and it was quaint, clean and peaceful. A great property in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and Good value
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Routine, stayed there before.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facing a beautiful lake, located at baddeck town, close to restaurants and grocery stores.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026