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Castle Rock Country Inn

3.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3.5-star Ingonish Ferry hotel

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Property entrance
Sundeck
Bar (on property)
Property entrance

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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39339 Cabot Trail, Cape Smokey, NS, B0C 1L0
  • Place, Ski Cape Smokey
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Acadian Trail
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Highlands Links
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Economy Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Ingonish Ferry

In Ingonish Ferry .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Ski Cape Smokey and 6 miles (10 km) of Cape Smokey Provincial Park with a stay here. Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Acadian Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Ski Cape Smokey - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Cape Smokey Provincial Park - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Acadian Trail - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Highlands Links - 15 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Middle Head Trailhead - 17 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coastal Restaurant & Pub - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Salty Rose's and the Periwinkle Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Restaurant & Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Seagull Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Brookside Drive-In - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Castle Rock Country Inn

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3.5-star Ingonish Ferry hotel
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Castle Rock Country Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Ingonish Ferry hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Castle Rock Country Inn offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature premium bedding. Satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Ingonish Ferry hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

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: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 23.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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.

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.

  • Pet fee: CAD 23.00 per pet, per night
  • 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; cash is not accepted
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. Cash is not accepted. 

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-06151002518455219-39339

We should mention

  • 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

Castle Rock Country Ingonish Ferry
Castle Rock Country Inn
Castle Rock Country Inn Ingonish Ferry
Castle Rock Inn
Castle Rock Country Inn Ingonish Beach
Castle Rock Country Ingonish Beach
Castle Rock Country Inn Hotel
Castle Rock Country Inn Cape Smokey
Castle Rock Country Inn Hotel Cape Smokey

Frequently asked questions

How close is Castle Rock Country Inn to the airport?

Castle Rock Country Inn is 75.1 mi (116-min drive) away from the Sydney, NS (YQY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Castle Rock Country Inn?

As of Oct 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castle Rock Country Inn on Nov 13, 2025 start from $149.22, 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 Castle Rock Country Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Castle Rock Country Inn.

How close is Castle Rock Country Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 5.8 mi (11-min drive) from Ingonish Beach and 18.3 mi (33-min drive) from Black Brook Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Castle Rock Country Inn offer free breakfast?

Castle Rock Country Inn offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Castle Rock Country Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Castle Rock Country Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Castle Rock Country Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Castle Rock Country Inn have a pool?

Castle Rock Country Inn does not have a pool.

Does Castle Rock Country Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Castle Rock Country Inn to downtown Ingonish Ferry?

Castle Rock Country Inn is 0.4 mi away from Ingonish Ferry.

Reviews

Castle Rock Country Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 610 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 610 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 610 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 610 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 610 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Geoff

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous view. Nice and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sitting on the hill with very nice view of the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Jacklene

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with excellent view and yummiest breakfast!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heidi

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

Poor Customer Service

The stay was adequate enough but upon checkout, we thought the amount seemed higher than what we thought - mentioned to the person at the front desk that it was booked through Hotel.com and they said- “yes and you pay here” so I paid the amount and then checked my booking which was 43.00 less. The booking had all of our details and provided a total amount (taxes included), which was 276.76. The hotel charged more 319.44. Truthfully we would have stayed at a different place. I am sorry but this was not an over 300.00 a night stay, it just wasn’t. So before you pay here, make sure you check your booking and DO NOT pay if it is more. I was told that the hotel would not issue a refund in the amount that was overcharged. This is terrible customer service on the hotel and hotel.com. This is false advertising.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet stay. Staff were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nishat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay love it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good - Old fashioned, quiet country hotel with amazing views over the Gulf of St Lawrence, excellent choice of breakfast foods with plenty of healthy options and lovely room. Only slight downside was the restaurant is not open this season which meant going back out when I would have preferred staying in after a long day of driving.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly people nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome views. The people working are very friendly. The room may not be as modern as most hotels but that's what gives this place its charm. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Melanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had booked two rooms for 4 adults, and the reservation showed just one room. Two of us were put in a dirty basement room with stained sheets. The other room wasn’t much better. The main area was decent, the staff were great, and the breakfast was great, but the rest was rather dismal.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay. Highlight: spectacular view!!! Major issue: the place ran out of water!...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLEY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location; kind and helpful staff. Would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

sardarmansoor

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Aidlee

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA, PENSACOLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, nice view, great hiking not too far away, excellent breakfast with a pretty view. Everything was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

gayle

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning views! And the staff so friendly!! Great buffet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for exploring the eastern portion of Cape Breton National Park. Kim (part owner) is a great host snd made us feel very welcomed. We stayed in room #6 which is upstairs (no elevator on premise) and faces the back (not ocean view). The room is pretty standard. Decor is outdated but very clean. The included buffet breakfast has a variety of breads, yogurts, cold cuts and hot dishes like sausages and scrambled eggs. Overall we had a great experience at Castle Rock Country Inn.
Room #6
Room #6
Bathroom
Patio
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property, and conveniently located to everything the Ingonish area had to offer. The views at breakfast were stunning and inn staff were friendly and helpful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Dade City

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The super nice lady that checked us in was amazing. She was so friendly and accommodating. She grew up in the area and was able to give us a lot of information. Our rooms were comfortable and clean. There was plenty of socializing space down stairs with a television and large couch. The breakfast in the morning was delicious. Lots to choose from and the owner of the Inn, she was very friendly. Would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thought it was quaint but outdated, which isn’t a bad thing. The staff and breakfast were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeremy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older place but well maintained with great views and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025