Baddeck

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Baddeck featuring sailing

This lakeside village appeals with its scenery, history and outdoor pursuits. Kayak to an island, ski through forests and visit the home of the inventor of the telephone.

Baddeck is an attractive village on the shores of Bras d'Or Lake, a place of scenic beauty and adventure. Try different outdoor pursuits and wildlife watching and drive or cycle along a coastal route that winds through mountains and villages.

The unhurried, leafy streets of Baddeck are pleasant to explore on foot. Check out the colorful clapboard houses, many of which double up as guesthouses, hotels, cafés and restaurants. Browse the antique stores, boutiques, independent galleries and jewelry shops. Make your way over to the east edge of the village to visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. Explore the museum to discover more about the inventor of the telephone, who made Baddeck his summer home. Learn about his experiments with boats and planes and see replica models.

Go to the waterfront and enjoy a relaxed stroll around Baddeck Harbour and the northern shores of Bras d’Or Lake. Spot luxury yachts and old fishing boats moored in the water and admire the views across the lake to nearby islands.

The harbor is a great base for watersports activities such as waterskiing and Jet Skiing. Join a kayaking tour or catch the shuttle boat to Kidston Island for its beaches, walking trails, lighthouse and bald eagles. Kayak tours also explore more of Bras d’Or Lake and St. Ann’s Bay.

A short drive from Baddeck are more opportunities for outdoor adventures amid the region’s natural beauty. Hike along the trails of Usige Ban Falls Provincial Park to a striking 50-feet (16-meter) tall waterfall. Drive or bike along the Cabot Trail, which passes beaches, lakes, mountains and villages. When the winter snow arrives go cross-country skiing at Ski Tuonela.

Baddeck is about a 4-hour drive from Halifax and reachable via intercity buses. Rent a car and visit other areas of Cape Breton Island, including Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Fortress Louisbourg National Historic Site. Both are approximately 90 minutes away by car along scenic routes.

Silver Dart Lodge

Silver Dart Lodge

4 out of 5
257 Shore Rd, Baddeck, NS
$120 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Oct 20 to Oct 21
$141 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Baddeck. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,046 reviews)
"Amazing stay in Baddeck! Everything from the staff to the (optional for purchase) to-go picnic lunches was perfect! Location is great for multi-day Cape Breton trip, though a little bit of a drive each day. Beautiful and well maintained property as well."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

Silver Dart Lodge
Ceilidh Country Lodge

Ceilidh Country Lodge

2.5 out of 5
369 Shore Road, Baddeck, NS
$88 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
$104 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Baddeck. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Pretty good breakfast. Great location. AC is a bit noisy though."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025

Ceilidh Country Lodge
Auberge Gisele's Inn

Auberge Gisele's Inn

4 out of 5
387 Shore Road, Baddeck, NS
$103 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$121 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly inn in Baddeck. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Very clean room with a nice garden view and professional friendly staff."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025

Auberge Gisele's Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Modern Apartment in the Heart of Baddeck

Modern Apartment in the Heart of Baddeck

Baddeck
Stay at this apartment in Baddeck. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall and Bras d'Or Lakes ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"Close to shops etc. No TV in the room which was disappointing but otherwise very comfortable."

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

Modern Apartment in the Heart of Baddeck
2-Bedroom Cottage On Lake Ainlsie Private Beach, Enjoy Fishing & Swimming.

2-Bedroom Cottage On Lake Ainlsie Private Beach, Enjoy Fishing & Swimming.

INVERNESS
Stay at this cottage in West Lake Ainslie. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Trout Brook Provincial Park and Lake Ainslie ...
9/10 Wonderful! (29 reviews)
"Property was very quiet and neatly kept. Everything you would need was in the cottage. Very clean. Would visit again for sure."

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025

2-Bedroom Cottage On Lake Ainlsie Private Beach, Enjoy Fishing & Swimming.
Private cabin in Boisdale. Perfect getaway for the whole family with a view!

Private cabin in Boisdale. Perfect getaway for the whole family with a view!

Boisdale
Stay at this vacation home in Boisdale. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions MacMullin Lake and Barachois Provincial Park ...
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"Beautiful quaint quiet get away. Very clean and fully stocked with all the utensils. The hosts quickly answered all our questions Nice view from the backyard"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Private cabin in Boisdale. Perfect getaway for the whole family with a view!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Baddeck is centrally located on the island. We found it to be accommodating to visitors without being touristy. We loved eating at the Telegraph Hotel, the High Wheeler. the Freight Shed. Don't miss the Ceilidh nearby.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Baddeck is a wonderful little town, in a beautiful setting with very friendly people. We had 2 incredible meals at the Freight Shed! The location at the start of the Cabot Trail is ideal!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Bad deck was very nice. Resort was great but breakfast buffet was expensive.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Our trip was to ride on motorcycles the Cabot trail. Baddeck is a very cute town and has many restaurants.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Convenient stop before heading to our cape Brenton hikes

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful area

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