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Reviews of Dalvay by the Sea Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Dalvay by the Sea Hotel
Route #6 16 Cottage Crescent, Dalvay, PE

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 224 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 224 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 224 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 224 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 224 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Teena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property. Room was quite cold.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Alireza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from david on May 11, 2024
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay in this older mansion. Wood burning fires were a nice edition. Staff was very attentive and affable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from david on Nov 3, 2023
thank you staying with us we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Joanne L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is divine! The food is fabulous....every single dish! The servers, front desk personnel and management were all lovely...a special mention to David, Vickie and Nicole. I was made to feel like family. Loved the proximity to the water with miles of red sandy beach. Would return in a heartbeat! ❤️ Jody.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from david on Nov 3, 2023
the kind words are very kind, i hope we have a chance to see you agin

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Unique incredible property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from david on Oct 27, 2023
thank you we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
This place is awesome no changes needed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from david on Oct 20, 2023
thanks

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Guy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Une expérience extraordinaire!!!
Heaven! C'est le paradis!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from david on Oct 20, 2023
merci

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding historical property and superb staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from david on Oct 24, 2023
thank you we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from david on Oct 24, 2023
thank you

10/10 Excellent

winston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from david on Oct 7, 2023
thank you

8/10 Good

Tasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from david on Jun 30, 2023
thank you we hope to see you again sometime

6/10 Okay

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s getting tired and rundown. Looks great from a distance, but needs a total refurbishment
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from david on Jun 20, 2023
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lovely.
Delicious food. Oh the mussels were so yummy!! and the seafood chowder. Our room was lovely, with a view of the lake (and lots of Canada geese!). Lots of comfy sitting spaces indoors and out. The staff were all very well trained and made us feel really welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from david on Jun 19, 2023
thank you

8/10 Good

William, Lake Worth

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
1. The cabin was great and very clean. Exceeded my expectation. 2. The restaurant... Over prices, marginal food and poor service. 3. Billing... Staff poorly trained. Could not give me a copy of my incidentals and billed me for charges I did not incur. 4. Suggestions.. Train your staff better and fire your chef.
Response from david on Jun 17, 2023
thank you for the comments and i have passed this on to our food and beverage team

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
David managed to upgrade us to a cabin to accommodate allergy sensitivity. Were mere steps away from main building. Very private and quaint. Staff in dining room were very friendly and meal didn’t disappoint. Not much of anything else near the property as it is located within a Provincial Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from david on Jun 17, 2023
thank you so much-until next time

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Response from david on Jun 13, 2023
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel may not be for everyone as it is Historical. There are no elevators or modern rooms and washrooms. There is also no TV or clocks on site. It is a great place to stay. Rooms are large. All of the staff will go the extra to ensure you are happy. On-site restaurant is reasonably priced with great food. We would definitely stay heard again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from david on Jun 4, 2023
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service. Gorgeous property! Enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from david on May 29, 2023
thank you so much until next time take care

10/10 Excellent

chris a

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, unique old charm and right by the sea, close to national park trails and the staff were awesome Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from david on May 28, 2023
thank you we hope to see you again

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from david on Jun 17, 2023
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning place. I don't usually care for Inn's but this was remarkable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from david on May 26, 2023
thank you we loved hosting you-safe trip home

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best stay we have ever had anywhere!!! Staff, history and facilities were at the top of the list. We were treated like a king and queen while staying there!!! This place has a very special place in our hearts and look forward to returning there very soon!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from david on May 21, 2023
thanks it was fun having you visit us see you in the futurethanks david

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the roaring fireplaces. The proximity to the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The dining experience. Friendliness of the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Response from DAVID MACDONALD on Oct 26, 2021
THANK YOU FOR THE KIND WORDS , WE LOOK FORWARD TO HOSTING YOU AGAIN THANKS DAVID

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property has old world charm and most of the staff, particularly diningroom staff, was friendly and accommodating. There was no sound suppression between rooms. Our room needed some attention by the maintenance and cleaning staff such as dust and debris behind the furniture and the drapes couldn't be closed properly. When checking out, we were not asked how our stay was. We saw two members of upper manager without masks in the lobby and library breakfast area while the guests and staff were required to be masked. We do want to emphasize that the diningroom staff was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from David MacDonald on Oct 16, 2021
THANK YOU FOR THE COMMENTS AND WE WILL ADRESSS THE ISSUES MENTIONED WITH ALL STAFF,AND WE HOPE TO SEE YOU AGAIN IN THE FUTURE

6/10 Okay

Janice

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff appears as tired as the facility.
This was the first time I not asked about my stay at checkout. The hotel is not really guest centric. Closing the restaurant without informing guests is another example. This is important as the location is in the middle of nowhere. A heads up would have been appreciated. Rooms are very tiny and dark.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from David MacDonald on Sep 22, 2021
thank you for the comments as we try to get thru a challenging year with covid and the rules and challenges that go with it

10/10 Excellent

Zac

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Response from David MacDonald on Sep 10, 2021
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Josee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Response from David MacDonald on Sep 22, 2021
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Jian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from David MacDonald on Sep 22, 2021
thank you david

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place and the personnel were simply just perfect. However, we were very disapointed that the owners and personnel were not wearing masks at all in this period of COVID. This is a shame.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Response from David MacDonald on Aug 22, 2021
thank you and we will take a look at our standards

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This beautiful 1895 Inn is a beautiful walk in history. The staff are amazing. Food was fantastic. The provincial beach is the best on the island.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Response from David MacDonald on Aug 4, 2021
thank you for the kind words

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for two nights, and our first evening dinner was fantastic! Both the food and service was incredible. Unfortunately, it was all downhill from there. The service at breakfast the next morning was terrible. It was so bad that the table behind us left after waiting 40 minutes for their food, which only showed after they left. Later that day, we ordered a charcuterie board, and it came without any crackers or napkins. Don't bother getting a room with a 'view'. Our view was only accessible via a tiny window, which had a noisy portable AC unit attached. The front lawn is covered in goose feces, so you cannot sit and enjoy the view there either. Overall, a very disappointing experience. We will not be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from David MacDonald on Aug 3, 2021
i am sorry you had problems in our dining room and i do remember you as a guest- i will pass this on to our team, so they can learn ,hopefully we can make it up one day.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is a very well maintained site of historic interest. It is located in a national park so there are many points of ecologic importance nearby. The guest experience is unique.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from David MacDonald on Aug 22, 2021
thank you for the kind words

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Enjoyed our stay and the old world charm at the Dalvay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from David MacDonald on Jul 25, 2021
thank you we hope you visit us again thanks

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were very friendly, the room was clean, the atmosphere of the hotel was perfect for a couple’s get away, the food in the restaurant was delicious and the location by the bike trail and beach was great. The hotel is having a bit of a challenge with geese on the property but they did not bother us while we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from David MacDonald on Jul 24, 2021
thank you for the kind words

8/10 Good

Gail

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic place with a great ambience and a superb restaurant. Great surroundings, too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from David MacDonald on Jul 23, 2021
thank you for the kind remarks ,we look forward to hosting you again

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful Inn by the beautiful beach. Loved the room with our view of the raging water. Loved the friendly staff that were always accommodating with giving a blanket, putting a log on the fire or making a drink in a special way just for me!!! Would defiantly go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from David MacDonald on Jul 5, 2021
Thank-you for the kind review , we enjoyed having you with us take care David

10/10 Excellent

Ian, Montague

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic property. Amazing wood work. Cozy fireplaces. Awesome food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Response from David MacDonald on Oct 15, 2020
thank you so much for the kinf words

8/10 Good

M&M, Halifax

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to beach, unique old fashion living experience. We had to kill 2 bugs in the room!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Response from David MacDonald on Oct 5, 2020
thank you for staying with us

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Response from David MacDonald on Oct 8, 2020
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Response from David MacDonald on Oct 8, 2020
thank you

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Celina Ohio USA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a serene lovely place to stay! My husband and I were celebrating our 25th anniversary and just loved it there! Across the street from. The ocean, a view on the lake property were breathtaking! Great place to walk or just relax on the chairs outside with our glass of wine! Staff couldn’t have been more welcoming or friendly! Thanks so much for a lovely time there! JMMW
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Response from David MacDonald on Oct 8, 2020
thank you we hope you visit us again

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from David MacDonald on Oct 8, 2020
thank you

2/10 Terrible

Steve, Mahone Bay, NS

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Property looked nice from a distance. Cost $32 to enter the area. Room on 3rd floor no elevator. Room had no Tv, no Coffee maker, no telephone, no radio, just 2 chairs, one bed one dresser one small window. Bathroom very small with no shelves, no hooks for clothing to hang. Next day no bed made, no new towels, no room service at all. View from window in room 19 showed exterior damage on next door dormer, missing shingles. Staff friendly, Food very over-priced. $26 for one porkchop with one scoop of potato and one beet cut into 4. Advertised price $214 was charged $219 / night. This place badly needs new management.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from guest services on Sep 5, 2020
we are sorry we did not meet expectations, and we hope have the chance in the future to rectify this. Also we suggest asking expedia about the rate as they book directly on line .

8/10 Good

Doreen&Layton, Fredericton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dalvay-by-the-sea is a classic summer hotel, very quiet location near the beach. Very clean, friendly staff and well managed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from David MacDonald on Aug 22, 2020
we look forward to hosting you again, all the best

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from David MacDonald on Aug 22, 2020
thank you so much for the kind words

10/10 Excellent

JoJo, NB

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will definitely Come back, What a peaceful and historical place, it’s a gem!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Response from David MacDonald on Aug 9, 2020
thank you so much for the kind words,we look forward to the net time we meet