Kow's Inn

3.0 star property
Motel in Bras d'Or with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Dining
Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi
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Kow's Inn offers a convenient location and practical amenities for a comfortable stay. Enjoy meals at the restaurant or drinks on the sunny terrace. Guests appreciate luggage storage, reliable in-room WiFi, and attentive staff throughout their visit.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
1289 Route 105, Groves Point, NS

What's nearby

  • Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive - 7.5 km
  • North Sydney Historical Society - 6 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 25 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Centre 200 - 25 min drive - 31.1 km
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 26 min drive - 32.1 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A&K Lick-a-Treat - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Kow's Inn

Motel near Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar at Kow's Inn. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Kow's Inn offer comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bidets, shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, fridges and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: CAD 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately CAD 10.00 per person
  • Pet fee: CAD 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number rya-2023-24-11061643310924633-1289

Property is also known as

Kow's Inn Motel
Kow's Inn Groves Point
Kow's Inn Motel Groves Point

Frequently asked questions

Is Kow's Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Kow's Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kow's Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Kow's Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Kow's Inn located?

Situated in Bras d'Or, this motel is steps from Bras d'Or Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cranberry Lake and Florence Ballfields. Gammell Lake is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

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Kow's Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 331 out of 616 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 616 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 616 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 616 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 616 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DARREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to visit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So friendly and nice to deal with. The food is great and location is perfect for ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We picked this property when booking for ease of access to the NFLD Ferry and also for its amenities and pricing. We were very satisfied with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was exceptionally clean & has been recently renovated. Restaurant was good & reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Amenities
The room was spacious and clean. The attached restaurant had great food and wonderful service. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy access, clean and reasonable pricing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time ee stayed there. Awesome room and awesome staff. Great rest
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff and the room was modern, clean and comfortable. Overall a great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Rooms are spotlessly clean !! love the deep bathtubs after a long travel day. Great view and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

RUSSELL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet comfortable room. Full restaurant, good food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent stay for a quick night on route to cabot trail or ferry. Beaches and amenities nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were roomy and clean. Owner was super friendly and accommodating and food was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property for price and what we expected
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view. Fantastic chinese food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the size of the bathroom and the walk-in shower. It was a great room too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location.New owner,worked very hard to accommodate.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room looked to be newly renovated and was excellent the owners have been there 18 years. I saw somewhere the restaurant was permanently closed - not true. Open and serving good food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ferry was close by
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is very conveniently located on the main highway to the Nfld Ferry. Full onsite restaurant was convenient after a long day of travelling and the food was excellent. Kim was super accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean newly renovated room. gas station nextdoor, view of the lake and a really good restaurant open from 7am to 8pm. Convenient spot to stay before you get to the Cabot Trail. 2 thumbs up 👍👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great updated and clean room. Handy restaurant. Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Liked: Staff & service
Great for a one night stay with reasonable pet fee. Room was stuffy without windows that open, and the AC left the floor damp overnight. Staff was lovely, and location was perfect for driving through.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

JUDITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we only stayed the one night but everything was good. JD...Ontario
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property within 10 min of getting on the ferry to Newfoundland. Very nice restaurant-lots of choice on menu. Chinese food option also and it was-homemade. It was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024