Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 28 min drive
Glenora Inn and Distillery - 37 min drive
Cabot Links - 45 min drive
Cabot Cliffs Golf Course - 53 min drive
Getting around
Sydney, NS (YQY) - 92 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 1 min drive
Farmers Daughter - 11 min walk
Charlene's Bayside Cafe & Restaurant - 7 min walk
Auld Brass Door Restaurant & Bar - 16 min walk
Waycobah Pizza - 1 min drive
About this property
Fair Isle Motel
Fair Isle Motel is a great choice for a stay in Whycocomagh. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
20 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless 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 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Playground
Trampoline
Pool gate
Services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Microwave
Toaster
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 31 and May 31.
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from June to September
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Property Registration Number STR2425T8228
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
Is Fair Isle Motel currently open?
The property is closed between October 31 and May 31.
Does Fair Isle Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Fair Isle Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Fair Isle Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Fair Isle Motel?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Fair Isle Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fair Isle Motel?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Fair Isle Motel and nearby?
Fair Isle Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
What's the area around Fair Isle Motel like?
Fair Isle Motel is a short 6-minute walk from Bras d'Or Lake and 13 minutes' walk from Whycocomagh Provincial Park. Travelers give top marks for the motel's prime location.
Fair Isle Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
Nice clean motel
The room was so clean clean I should have taken pictures. The furniture and lighting are good, the refrigerator has room for more than just a six pack, which is good.
Love the water pressure in the shower. The view from the front door is very nice.
Bart
Bart, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
all good
joseph
joseph, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
We had an excellent stay at this motel. Staff was super friendly. The owners dogs were sweet and ours dogs felt super comfortable around them. Thank you for offering a dog friendly place to stay!
Jess
Jess, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2024
Beautiful room and the view from the hill is amazing
Overlooking the lake
Gorden
Gorden, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 19, 2024
Robert Sahayaraj
Robert Sahayaraj, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2024
Good host good room
murray
murray, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2024
Easy check and friendly staff.
Kimble
Kimble, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 15, 2024
Gijo
Gijo, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
The girl at the front was very friendly and the room was very spacious.
Sue
Sue, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
Lovely room with small kitchenette area that includes a microwave, fridge and toaster as well as coffeemaker. Clean bathroom with storage. Shower has great water pressure.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 14, 2024
Very friendly staff
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 13, 2024
Lovely view. Very quiet.
Kerri
Kerri, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 13, 2024
Very friendly staff. Very helpful and accommodating!!
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 11, 2024
Leo
Leo, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2024
The staff was very friendly and welcoming. The room was spacious and the bed very comfortable.
nancy
nancy, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 8, 2024
I know they are working on renovating and updating the place but it was lacking in details. Our A/C wouldn't even turn on, the bathroom door wouldn't shut, the details of years of being in business showed. It smelled musty and just really was not good. Not worth the price we paid.
shauna
shauna, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 7, 2024
Fair Isle made a great base for taking in all Cape Breton has to offer. It is approximately 340 km round trip around the Cabot Trail. Charlene's has great food but isnt licensed. Took in traditional music at the Red Show, 25 km NW.
Peter
Peter, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 5, 2024
Nice area . Pillows were lumpy and beds weren’t the greatest .
linda
linda, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2024
Good location, clean, great parking, great price, friendly staff
Marilyn
Marilyn, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 2, 2024
Don
Don, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2024
Ken
Ken, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Staff very nice and room exceptionally clean!
Alan
Alan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
We loved this place, we went there to visit different places around it most of the time, but if you just want to stay there and enjoy the hotel and surroundings, that's also a great place for.
Ana
Ana, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Reasonably good room. No facial tissues provided, no bathroom countertop space for personal items (I expect at least a 2ft by 3ft space). The rooom had a stale odor to it. Quiet for sleeping which is, for me at least, the most important room feature.