Nestled in a serene rural setting, Smugglers Cove Inn offers an upscale getaway. Indulge in pampering at the hair salon or seek expert advice from the multilingual staff and concierge services. Guests have praised the helpful staff and picturesque location.
Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Lunenburg Visitor Information Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 82 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 17 min walk
Mug & Anchor Pub - 11 min drive
The Knot Pub - 9 min walk
Rose Bay General Store - 15 min drive
Circle K - 12 min drive
About this property
Smugglers Cove Inn
When visiting Lunenburg, Smugglers Cove Inn is a great choice to consider. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 20
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free offsite parking within 328 ft
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Shared microwave
What to do
Use of nearby fitness center
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CAD 25.0 per day
Policies
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number RYA-2022-00-04041106177478081-39
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.
Also known as
Smugglers Cove Inn
Smugglers Cove Inn Lunenburg
Smugglers Cove Lunenburg
Smugglers Cove Inn Lunenburg Nova Scotia
Smugglers Cove Inn Lunenburg, Nova Scotia
Smugglers Cove Inn Hotel
Smugglers Cove Inn Lunenburg
Smugglers Cove Inn Hotel Lunenburg
Frequently asked questions
Does Smugglers Cove Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Smugglers Cove Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Smugglers Cove Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Smugglers Cove Inn?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Smugglers Cove Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Smugglers Cove Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.
What's the area around Smugglers Cove Inn like?
Smugglers Cove Inn is a short 2-minute walk from Lunenburg Opera House and 3 minutes' walk from Bluenose II. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Reviews
Smugglers Cove Inn Reviews
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.6
Eco-friendliness
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Great place to stay!
Debra
Debra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Good location and quaint.
Katharine
Katharine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
Location is grear and the staff were wonderful
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Lovely friendly staff, great heritage building & perfect location!
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 11, 2025
Nice stay
I missed a shower cap and the after hours number didn’t work, otherwise really nice
Gordon
Gordon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2025
Loved loved loved this place!
Absolutely loved this hotel and this town! No complaints except I found a dark hair in the tub before we used it. The staff were lovely. The hotel’s aesthetic was wonderful. We would like to come back a as soon as we’re able!
C
C, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2025
G
Great location and comfortable bed. The flooring is old and worn and the hotel definitely could benefit from some upgrades. But the bedding was clean and the rooms tidy. The location can’t be beat!
Tina
Tina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2025
Good stay, right in town
Room was big and comfortable. Excellent location. There really is no parking and you have to find your own street parking. Bathroom too small compared to the size of the room
Lilian
Lilian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Friendly staff, quiet, clean, close to everything
Lonnie
Lonnie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
Easy check in
Big beautiful room
Staff very helpful
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Rooms were spacious and well maintained. Lunenburg is a wonderful area, don’t miss the Fisheries Museum.
Sally
Sally, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Just what you need
Nice Inn 2 streets from the wharf. Comfy beds. Right on the main street close to everything.
Leslie
Leslie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 24, 2025
Beautiful views.
Susie
Susie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 25, 2025
Good stay.
ashkan
ashkan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Great location and great staff
Fabulous location, walkable to all attractions. Room is somewhat standard in an aged building but practically renovated. Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. Stay here if you want the convenience when exploring.
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 9, 2025
Suprised to find that my room had been given to another guest when i checked in, but there was another room available and this was resolved quickly so no harm done. The new room was fine and i have no qualms about the stay.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Quaint hotel. Looks historic. View of the harbour and BlueNose ll. Pretty town. Friendly helpful staff.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Great location. Very clean and great owens
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 12, 2025
Lunenburg is a charming and distinctive town on Nova Scotia's South Shore. Smugglers Cove Inn is right in the centre of it!
Kevork
Kevork, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Close to downtown. Clean quiet adorable
Dwayne
Dwayne, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 14, 2025
The A/C was unbearably loud. The shower cabin was tiny. The location was excellent.
Eduard
Eduard, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 26, 2025
Loved Lunenburg
Our stay was good. There was an issue with the air conditioning in our room. We were upgraded to a suite because there were no standard rooms available. We were close to the harbour and restaurants.
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1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2025
The inn was quiet, clean and the bed was very comfortable.
Lorie
Lorie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 18, 2025
Everything was fine except parking
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2024
Loved the Smugglers Cove! Privacy of an Inn but homey touches like a B and B. Super friendly and helpful staff!