The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages

2.0 star property

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Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Bathroom
Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub
Point of interest
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Living area

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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241 West River Road, Pictou, NS, B0K1H0
  • Place, McCulloch Heritage Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, DeCoste Entertainment Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Hector Heritage Quay
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Garden view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages

Along with tour/ticket assistance, this smoke-free motel has a garden and a picnic area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a vending machine.
The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages offers 14 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Pictou motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable television is provided. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from McCulloch House Museum. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance
  • 14 minutes by foot from DeCoste Entertainment Centre and a 4-minute drive from Pictou Marina
The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages offers its guests a vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Pictou motel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
The front desk at this property is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03011430334276559-241
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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The Lionstone Inn Motel and Cottages Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 755 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 755 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 755 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 107 out of 755 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 76 out of 755 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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2/10 Terrible

Jeff

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better have some pretty low expectations when staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, quiet place to stay, just what I wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

shamarlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean . The staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joelene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's just a nice little place to stay , old but improvments seem to be happening, the kitchenette is very convenient, but your are minutes away , from subway , tims , gas station, sobyes and more
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the front desk staff very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay here regularly, fair price and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service
Reasonable price, good location, and friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cute little kitchen, comfortable beds, close to ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staff very friendly, as were our guest neighbors. low key. will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dated but clean. Price was right. Steps not shovelled in front of room. Heat pump was noisy. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place with all the amenities you need for a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a 6 night stay, Staff was so friendly and their hospitality went above and beyond.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay at this property 2 times a year, and like the convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Valand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was very helpful and supportive we have a great stay of 4 nights kitchen and washrooms were very clean Would visit again ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lady at the front desk was very thoughtful and helpful, too!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness
Place was clean and nice room was a little cold and the heat pump was a little loud. I woke up with a sore back the bed was a lot harder then Im use to but overall good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Noreen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our experience here was great. The room was clean, front desk people were friendly. The room was like having your own little 2 bedroom apartment, with a kitchen and living room. Will definitely look into staying her again when ever we come to a show at the Decoste Centre.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was a cozy well kept property and the owners/workers were very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Easy to find and close to town.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kraig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location , nice and comfortable room value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Amenities
Very friendly people to deal with .Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and roomy. Quiet. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

SUN KYUNG

It was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Crystal

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024