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Fair Isle Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 6-minute walk to Bras d'Or Lake

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Fair Isle Motel near Bras d'Or Lake offers a quiet getaway with a garden, playground, and seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy snacks from the bar/deli. Practical amenities include laundry facilities and express check-in/check-out.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 King Bed (Kingfisher)

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed (Kingfisher) | View from room

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed (Kingfisher)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
  • 192 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds (Red Robin)

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds (Red Robin) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds (Red Robin)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed (Morning Dove)

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed (Morning Dove) | View from room

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed (Morning Dove)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Blue Jay)

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Blue Jay) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds (Blue Jay)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Chickadee)

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Chickadee) | View from room

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Chickadee)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (Puffin Pantry)

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (Puffin Pantry) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (Puffin Pantry)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen (Big Chickadee)

Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen (Big Chickadee) | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen (Big Chickadee)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 224 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
9557 Highway 105, Whycocomagh, NS, B0E 3M0

What's nearby

  • Bras d'Or Lake - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Whycocomagh Provincial Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 36 min drive - 29.7 miles
  • Cabot Links - 52 min drive - 33.3 miles
  • Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 62 min drive - 36.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Farmers Daughter - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Charlene's Bayside Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ed Goo Goo's Gas Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Auld Brass Door - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Fair Isle Motel

Motel near Bras d'Or Lake
A terrace, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Fair Isle Motel. In addition to laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Fair Isle Motel offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, microwaves, and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (10:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 31 and May 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Property Registration Number STR2526T8228

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from June to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Fair Isle Motel Whycocomagh
Fair Isle Whycocomagh
Fair Isle Motel Whycocomagh Cape Breton Island Nova Scotia
Fair Isle Motel Motel
Fair Isle Motel Whycocomagh
Fair Isle Motel Motel Whycocomagh

Frequently asked questions

Does Fair Isle Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–9:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from October 31 to May 31.

Is Fair Isle Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Fair Isle Motel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Fair Isle Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fair Isle Motel located?

Situated in a rural location, this motel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Bras d'Or Lake and within 32 mi (52 km) of Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site and Cabot Links.

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Reviews

Fair Isle Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 460 out of 728 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 728 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 728 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 728 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 728 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and nice quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Biya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for family, decent rooms and safe.. nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, comfortable and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So nice to have a REAL pet friendly stop with no fees-bravo! Such a great view and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yin wa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly and clean. spacious room. Reception was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and kids enjoyed the pool!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good, we arrived late at night but they left key for us so check-in and check-out was really smooth
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly. Handy Cabot trail access, local gas & Farmers Daughter Bakery & Gift shop.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gisele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had a lovely view. You could walk about but not for din6, since it's on the highway and it is quite busy. Staff was wonderful. Great to be able to do laundry onsite.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and efficient. She was extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianneke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly & welcoming at reception. That’s Nova Scotian hospitality. Many thanks to our host. Rooms are clean & comfortable. Close to Charlene’s Restaurant with the best seafood chowder. We have stayed here before & would do so again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

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

Recommended

One of the nicer motels I've stayed at. Great location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good lodging and the kitchen, dining room and living room was very pleasant. Super quiet in between units. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Star was so friendly and accommodating… highly recommend this jewel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrystine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely lady at check in!! Very friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Christine and her dogs are delightful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Vicky

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice location and courteous staff. The bed was noisy, old mattresses and old furniture. Great location and pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sahana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is awesome. The landlady or manger was understanding. The rooms were clean and had great facilities. The beds were comfortable too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this motel was very friendly and accommodating. The room was great, bed very comfortable, access to the pool, parking in front of our door. The location is perfect! We golfed at Cabot Cliffs, visited Baddeck and drove the Cabot Trail :) Thank you for a great 3 night stay :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lincoln

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, had a 2hour delay before getting to the location. Late check in was not an issue.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot for those with pets. Nice little trail behind the property to walk the dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay; friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Even though building outside looks dated, but the room we stayed was newly renovated and also provided cookware. One window was facing the lake very beautiful scene
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We used this to tour around Cabot Trail and it was perfect. The accommodation was comfy and the owner was nothing short of sweet. Charlene’s restaurant is just down the road and was good home cooked food. The Farmers Daughter was great to get a sandwich and goodies in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025