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The Scotsman Inn

3.0 star property
3-star B&B near Hector Heritage Quay

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Daily continental breakfast for a fee
A neatly made bed with a folded towel stack, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.
A cozy hallway with a wooden floor, a red sofa, a bookshelf, and various framed pictures on the walls.
Property amenity
Beach

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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74 Coleraine Street, Pictou, NS, B0K 1H0
  • Place, Northumberland Fisheries Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hector Heritage Quay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, DeCoste Entertainment Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a nightstand.

Standard Room 3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 165 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room 5 | Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room 5

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room 2 | Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room 2

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 165 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room 4 | Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room 4

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 165 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a folded towel on the side.

Classic Room 2

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room 3 | Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room 3

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room 4 | Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room 4

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room 1 | Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room 1

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room 6 | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer

Classic Room 6

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room 1 | Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room 1

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Pictou

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Pictou B&B, you'll be steps from Hector Heritage Quay and Northumberland Fisheries Museum. Also, DeCoste Entertainment Centre is within half a mile (1 km) and McCulloch Heritage Centre is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Caspers Gifts and Crafts - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Northumberland Fisheries Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hector Heritage Quay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • DeCoste Entertainment Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pictou Marina - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Murphy’s Margaritaville - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Scotsman Inn

3-star B&B near Hector Heritage Quay
As a guest of The Scotsman Inn, you'll find a library, a terrace, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Scotsman Inn also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Pictou bed & breakfast.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1865
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
The Scotsman Inn offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: CAD 10 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 8:00 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

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately CAD 10 per person
  • Electricity fee: CAD 15 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, 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number STR2425T5482, STR2526T5482

Property is also known as

Auberge Walker
Auberge Walker Inn
Auberge Walker Inn Pictou
Auberge Walker Pictou
Walker Inn
Auberge Walker Inn Pictou, Nova Scotia
Scotsman Inn Pictou
Scotsman Pictou
The Scotsman Inn Pictou
The Scotsman Inn Bed & breakfast
The Scotsman Inn Bed & breakfast Pictou

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Scotsman Inn to the airport?

The Scotsman Inn is 84.9 mi (87-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 Scotsman Inn?

As of Jul 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Scotsman Inn on Jul 9, 2026 start from $165, 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 Scotsman Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Scotsman Inn.

How close is The Scotsman Inn to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 4.9 mi (8-min drive) from Caribou and Munroes Island Provincial Park and 7.5 mi (15-min drive) from Waterside Beach Provincial Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Scotsman Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Scotsman Inn, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of CAD 10 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Scotsman Inn?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Scotsman Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Scotsman Inn?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Scotsman Inn have a pool?

The Scotsman Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Scotsman Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Scotsman Inn to downtown Pictou?

The Scotsman Inn is 0.1 mi away from Pictou.

The Scotsman Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 371 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 371 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 371 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 371 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 371 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with friendly hosts
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

BELINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful stay with wonderful service in this upscale B&B with outside deck and top shelf bedding, towels and lotions.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s such a lovely place and the owners, Kathy and Sandy, are so lovely and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed our entire stay at the Scotsman! We highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room, host was friendly. Charming hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highlight of our Maritime stops. Owners are fabulous folk and the inn is stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely home close to the water thank you for your super hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay at
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Cara Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were great! The continental breakfast was excellent! The patio area was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent

Very nice and clean inn, with lovely hosts. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Trasie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Fantastic property. Quiet sleep and a gorgeous view!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location, convient parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool house and furnishings. Lots of interesting character. Hosts were affable and gracious. Stay for the Continental breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks for the great night away Sandy & team!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely inn with very good hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very convenient to the downtown area as well as being safe and quiet. The owners, Sandy and Cathy, are excellent hosts. The rooms are clean, well maintained and are very comfortable. The rooms I have stayed in have all had good views of the town and harbor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sandy is a great host
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sandy & Cathy are terrific hosts and its a beautiful historic property. Sandy is a character and will keep you laughing! We had a great time and would have liked to be there for more than one night. We would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

marin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully restored historic house (every detail). Comfortable bed, crispy clean white bedding and towels. Walking distance to restaurants and downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Sandy and Kathy were wonderful hosts. Beds were very comfortable and the hotel has been beautiful maintained. Nice glass of wine to welcome us to their beautiful establishment. If you are staying in Pictou then stay at The Scotsman.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sandy and Cathy are wonderful hosts. They are very hospitable and share good advice about travelling throughout Nova Scotia and PEI.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness
A very nice Inn for an overnight stop
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Cathy and Sandy are outstanding hosts. We hope to return!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025