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Reviews of The Harbourview Inn

3 out of 5
The Harbourview Inn
25 Harbourview Road, Smiths Cove, NS

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 267 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 267 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 267 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 267 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 267 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked everything about this property and our stay there. People are great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Oct 14, 2023
Thanks John! We really appreciate your review. Glad you liked it here.

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this spot!!
Greg & Belinda are magnificent hosts. This inn is a phenomenal place to stay - a beautiful location with so much great stuff close by. Accommodations are lovely and breakfast divine. They’re closing for the season now but if/when you get a chance to go you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Oct 14, 2023
You guys are wonderful! Thanks so much for your review. We really loved having you here. Hope you make it back again.

10/10 Excellent

Bhavenjeet

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
its really nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Oct 11, 2023
Thanks! Enjoy the rest of your long journey

10/10 Excellent

Glenna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place with so much history and wonderful owners
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Oct 6, 2023
Thanks so much Glenna! So glad you had a nice time here.

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old character home well maintained and very clean. Our host was great and provided great information on sights around Digby. Would definitely stay here again.
Response from Greg & Belinda on Oct 1, 2023
Thanks Victoria! Glad you enjoyed it here and thanks for the review

10/10 Excellent

IRENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was one of our favorite places to stay. The room was clean and cozy, breakfast was healthy and delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Sep 27, 2023
Thanks Irene - so glad you enjoyed it!

8/10 Good

Doris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Oct 27, 2023
Thanks Doris!

10/10 Excellent

Sharen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at this property felt like returning home. Greg, Belinda and Irene provided humor and warmth to our stay. The beds were incredibly comfortable and the food was plentiful and delicious. The property has old world charm mixed with beautiful artwork (much of which is created by the owners) and furnishings. There are several common sitting areas in which to read or chat. We didn't have time to partake of the pool. Perhaps next time. It is just a short car ride to Digby and the St. John Ferry. This inn offered everything I had hoped to find. I hope to return!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Sep 20, 2023
Thank you Sharen! We are genuinely pleased that you appreciated not only the property but also the care we put into making our guests feel welcome. Hope to see you back

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just perfect and a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Sep 7, 2023
Thanks Richard! It was great having you here, and glad you enjoyed it.

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Sep 27, 2023
Thanks Ingrid!

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very accommodating and the breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 20, 2023
Thanks Allen. Glad you enjoyed it!

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The innkeepers are great. The breakfast is excellent, my only complaint was that my room did not have a chair, and I had brought something back to my room to eat, a bit inconvenient. Just a simple wooden chair would have been helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 15, 2023
Hi Chris. So sorry about the chair. As we are heavily booked, your room was the only one available, and just happens to be our only room lacking a chair, due to its configuration. I would have happily provided you with a wooden chair if I'd realized you needed one. You've been a great & loyal visitor and we're sorry you had a less than great experience this time.

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was wonderful. Met us for our late arrival and helped us get our things into the room. Beds were magnificent, lobby delightful and the included breakfast excellent. Would go back in a minute.
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 14, 2023
Thanks Jean! Your stay was too brief, but I'm glad we were able to make a good impression. Hope the rest of your trip is great

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great B&B
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 10, 2023
Thanks!!

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
How come you can only do 5 stars when you would give 10. Owner met us at door as we checked in, complete tour and all information needed. Beautiful B&B, beautiful ground, everything done to perfection. Outdoor pool is large enough for many to be in with aquatic toys provided. Our room, I mean apartment was wonderful, even creamers provided for the coffee maker. Our unit clean and with 2 bedrooms, room available if needed. Owner looks after their property with a lot of pride and could teach other's in the business, how it is done. Tried to stay extra but no vacancy. Why would their be when so much is offered.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 9, 2023
Thank you for these kind and encouraging words. It's always gratifying to be recognized for our efforts. Its such a pity we were unable to accommodate you longer. But please come again!

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful pool!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 7, 2023
Thanks Diana! You need a longer stay next time!take care

10/10 Excellent

Stephane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, the owners were very friendly, great breakfast, and a beautiful view!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 5, 2023
Thanks Stephane! Really appreciate your feedback and we are happy you enjoyed your time here.

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very pleasant stay. The staff went out of their way to accommodate us Enjoyed everything about it with many amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Sep 4, 2023
Thanks Mary Anne. We are very glad you enjoyed it here.

10/10 Excellent

May

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 22, 2023
Thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It felt very homey
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Jul 21, 2023
Thanks!!

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone from the owners and their team were fabulous! So welcoming and caring for our comfort during our one night stay. Wished we could have stayed longer! Beds were super comfy and the full breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Jul 15, 2023
Thanks Cynthia. We appreciate your feedback and we're happy you enjoyed your time here. Take care

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 4, 2023
Thanks for this rating!

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is quite simply a wonderful environment, made ever better by people who genuinely care, and go out of their way to make your stay special. Not everywhere would think to offer your kids their own special pancakes complete with fruit & veggie cat faces...just because! I wish I could give them a higher rating.
Response from Greg & Belinda on Jul 7, 2023
Thank you Lindsay! It was a real pleasure having you stay here. You are a lovely family and we hope you might be back one day.

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well taken care of and hospitable staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Jun 29, 2023
Thank you Adam!

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Jun 28, 2023
Thanks Meagan!

10/10 Excellent

Norm

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, very personable. Great breakfasts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Jun 12, 2023
Thanks Norm!

10/10 Excellent

Mirella

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you like history, art and architecture this is the perfect place to go. Greg and Belinda are amazing people and you can see there is much love put in each corner of the inn. Every detail is thought of, the property inside and out is simply gorgeous and the breakfast was delicious (special love for the freshly cut fruits that you don’t see in any other hotel ever). Everything is super clean, everyone is very friendly. Honestly wish I could stay the entire week! I’m in love with this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on Jun 3, 2023
Hi Mirella! Thank you so much! We really loved the way you appreciated our Inn. You have a genuine warmth and passion that was wonderful to witness. Thanks for visiting us and we sincerely hope we get to see you here again.

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host were very friendly and extremely accommodating with our early morning departure.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Greg & Belinda on May 30, 2023
Thanks Janet! Lovely meeting you guys, and hope we get to see you again. Sorry you had such a brief stay.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing! Highly recommend Best place during our whole trip around the eastern provinces!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Sep 23, 2022
Thanks Lori! High compliments indeed. We do appreciate your kind feedback, and we're very glad you enjoyed your stay here. Travel safe

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast provided Would have liked a chair in the room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Sep 20, 2022
Thanks Joseph. Your idea for a chair is noted. ThanksAll the best

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is beautiful and was immaculate. Very comfortable, spacious, and well appointed room. Hosts were terrific, breakfast (eggs Benedict) was fabulous. Very wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Sep 7, 2022
Thanks Ronald! So glad you enjoyed your stay, and thanks for the feedback

10/10 Excellent

doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners and staff were very friendly , attentive to one's comfort and needs .
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Sep 7, 2022
Thanks Doug! it was great having you here. Hope you come again

10/10 Excellent

Gille

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

HuiMin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a nice house,clean and quiet,we spend a happy time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Sep 4, 2022
Thank you! We are glad you had a nice time here.

10/10 Excellent

Randal

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
just a friendly comfortable place to stay recommended it to anyone
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Sep 3, 2022
Thanks! We appreciate your feedback. Glad you enjoyed your stay

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place for quiet, relaxing getaway
The Harbourview Inn was a lovely place to stay! The owners were extremely friendly and helpful, felt like we stayed in their own home. The grounds areas is perfect for a quiet, relaxing getaway. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 31, 2022
Thank you so much! It's very gratifying to get nice feedback. Glad you enjoyed your stay

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so charming! Breakfast was absolutely incredible and my daughter’s favourite thing was the deep pool with slide AND diving board!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 21, 2022
Thanks Judith! Lovely having you here, and glad you enjoyed it.

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Worth trying in smith's Cove/Digby area
Very friendly staff, an older property but quite well equipped. Weather not great so didn't get to use the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 20, 2022
Hi JamesThanks for the review. Pity we couldn't get a max rating from you. But thanks for staying with us and glad you had a nice stay. Sorry about the weather!

10/10 Excellent

Gord

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place to stay
This quaint out of the way hotel is a great place. The friendliness of the staff was a refreshing breath of fresh air. The fact that is out of the way makes for a quiet and pleasurable stay. The breakfast was home cooked and delicious 😋
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 20, 2022
Thanks Gord! We are in awe of you and your journey. Glad we rated well in your very experienced view. Hope your journey continues to be great, and maybe you'll make it this way again sometime. You're always welcome.

8/10 Good

Gilles

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room should have had two chairs. Excellent breakfast…nice quiet spot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 16, 2022
Hi Gilles Thank you for your feedback. We will take note of your suggestion regarding two chairs. Sorry we couldn't earn a higher score from you, but maybe another time.... Take care

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint Inn, beautiful rooms, peaceful area just outside of Digby. Hosts were super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 9, 2022
Thanks Joanne! So glad you enjoyed your time here.

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully restored inn Should be a 5 star hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Aug 1, 2022
Thanks so much! That's very nice of you to say. It's great to know you enjoyed yourself here. Hope you come again!

8/10 Good

Xiang Ru

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this is a lovely Inn, close to the ocean. the service is wonderful. for me most importantly, it is very peaceful place to stay. for skin sensitive people, the bedding and towels are not as chlorinated as other hotels, soft and nice but mildly scented.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Jul 25, 2022
Thank you! We are very glad you enjoyed your time here and look forward to seeing you here again if you're in these parts. Do let us know what we could have done better to have achieved 5 stars from you.

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Jul 19, 2022
Thanks! Glad to hear everything was good for you

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed our stay
It was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Jul 19, 2022
Thanks! Happy to hear you were satisfied

10/10 Excellent

zora

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy unique place. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Jul 19, 2022
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed your time here

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Jul 7, 2022
Thanks! hope you enjoyed your stay

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pawan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was short but very comfortable. The hospitality was top of the line. Very clean and cozy. Wish the room had microwave, but not something that is make or break. Loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from Greg & Belinda on Jul 2, 2022
Thanks! You guys were great guests. Your daughter charmed us all!