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Fair Isle Motel

2.5 star property

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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9557 Highway 105, Whycocomagh, NS, B0E 3M0
  • Place, Bras d'Or Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Whycocomagh Provincial Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabot Links
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed (Kingfisher)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 192 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed (Morning Dove)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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)
  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Chickadee)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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)
  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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)
  • 224 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Whycocomagh

With a stay at Fair Isle Motel in Whycocomagh, you'll be 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Bras d'Or Lake and 23.8 mi (38.2 km) from Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. .This motel is 25.4 mi (40.9 km) from Cabot Links.
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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 - 32 min drive - 30.1 miles
  • Cabot Links - 39 min drive - 33.3 miles
  • Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 48 min drive - 36.7 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
  • ‪Auld Brass Door - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ed Goo Goo's Gas Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Fair Isle Motel

Motel with free parking, 6-minute walk to Bras d'Or Lake
Fair Isle Motel offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

This Whycocomagh motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms featuring microwaves and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Fair Isle Motel.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

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

Fair Isle Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yin wa

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
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

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Traveled with partner
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

Holger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here for 4 nights a few years ago. Liked it so much we added a 5th night this trip. Clean, super comfy beds, excellent wifi, fridge, coffee maker, microwave, kettle and toaster. Super friendly staff too. Doesn't get much better. And a good price to top it 9ff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 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

Jason

Liked: Amenities
Great place clean and fantastic location. They are very pet friendly. They have labs and a sign says you might get to meet them. My only complaint was not seeing them.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynsay, Antigonish

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

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Wenjuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianneke

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Cathy Lynn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely motel. It much to do in the area but a great place to stop for the night. Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

herb

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

So happy

Loved the two brother dogs. They greeted everyone so nicely. The beds were comfy. The staff were very friendly. Location perfect. We did the cabot trail from there and also left to see Fort Louisbourg from the hotel. The bathroom door hinges needed lubrication. Thats are minor detail unless you have to go in the middle of the night lol. Eoom was always kept nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely motel with a beautiful view of the water. Staff were fantastic!! We stayed here on our way off the Cabot Trail. (We did it counter clockwise). Not many restaurants near but a great General store just at the corner down the road with a take out counter and great fresh baking. We chose to get simple sandwiches on their fresh homemade bread. Best sandwich we may have ever had. And try their ‘pocket sandwiches’. Wonderful! Great stay. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Chrystine

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

8/10 Good

Manami

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room with spacious bathroom. Microwave, mini fridge, kettle n coffee. Walking distance to waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was absolutely beautiful, and very clean. The owner is very personable and lovely to speak with. We took our provided outdoor chairs over to a grassy area to enjoy the water view. Out of the 7 hotels we’ve stayed out on this trip, Fair Isle ranks #1.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
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

Edward, Burlington

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
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

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

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent motel to stay in this area. Super clean and comfortable. Easy check in and out. Good soundproofing in room in spite of noisy neighbors the second night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great to have laundry facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

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

Beautiful view, great staff!

Received a call back to notify us where we could find the key to the room if we could not make it by 9 pm. Got there at 855, in time to receive a hearty welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Biya

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