Located in the heart of town, The Customs House Inn offers a convenient base to explore. Enjoy perks like luggage storage and express check-out, plus stay connected with in-room WiFi.
DeCoste Entertainment Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Pictou Marina - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Pictou Golf and Country Club - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 87 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 2 min drive
The Nest - 14 min drive
Tim Hortons - 3 min drive
Tim Hortons - 16 min drive
Murphy’s Margaritaville - 12 min walk
About this property
The Customs House Inn
The Customs House Inn is a great choice for a stay in Pictou. Guests will have free perks like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet. Fellow travelers love the location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 22
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 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
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 22
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Working away
Business center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1872
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Grab bar in bathtub
Accessible bathtub
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-04021515187978586-38
Also known as
Customs House Inn Pictou
Customs House Pictou
The Customs House Inn Pictou
The Customs House Inn Guesthouse
The Customs House Inn Guesthouse Pictou
Frequently asked questions
Does The Customs House Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Customs House Inn 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.
Are pets allowed at The Customs House Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Customs House Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Customs House Inn?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What's the area around The Customs House Inn like?
The Customs House Inn is a short 7-minute walk from DeCoste Entertainment Centre and 3 minutes' walk from Hector Heritage Quay. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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The Customs House Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
Was a great place to stay.
Kerri
Kerri, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2024
Enjoyed the historic Custom House building.
Nancy
Nancy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 22, 2024
Very nice stay.
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 11, 2024
Lovely spot, nice rooms!!
Susan
Susan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
Beautifully maintained and surprisingly comfortable historic building. Charming, centuries old Nova Scotia town. Great visit.
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2024
This is an old building that has been wonderfully converted to a small B&B. It is beautifully done, very clean and comfortable. It is in walking distance of the waterfront with options for meals, even in the shoulder season. It is an interesting place to stay and a nice change of pace from a big hotel.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 1, 2024
Quaint, historical good management
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
We really appreciated our stay at the Customs House Inn. The room was exactly as shown in pictures, the bed was extremely comfortable and I particularly enjoyed the bathtub! The Inn is close to all amenities and yet very quiet.
The inn keeper Doug was really available and kind.
Highly recommend!
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
Host was very friebdly and helpful!
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2024
Beautiful building and unique, clean comfortable room. Very much enjoyed our stay. Walking distance to just about everything.
Tiffany
Tiffany, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Good location on the waterfront. I was a little wary when no one was there to greet us, but rooms were quiet and secure. Easy walk to a couple of restaurants.
Allison
Allison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
Inn keeper was great. Friendly and very helpful. Rooms are beautiful.
Anthony
Anthony, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
A lovely spot, spacious room, clean bathroom and soft fluffy towels! A wonderful stay in a renovated historic building. Thank you. We will return!
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2024
We stayed here before and were very satisfied with the location and the town of Pictou. Thanks for opening that space and spending time with us. We had a wonderful time. Look forward to next time. : )
Daniel C
Daniel C, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
A unique Heritage propertyclose to the waterfront.
Grant
Grant, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Nice service and very understable for my late check in.
Louis
Louis, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
Beautiful heritage building, wonderful bed, close to everything and right across from the ocean. Hope to stay there again.
There are stairs to the top floor, so if you can’t do stairs let them know you need a room on the main floor. I hope to stay here again.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 4, 2024
Great location in Pictou
Nice large room. Beautiful restoration of a historic property. Walking distance to restaurants and waterfront
Kent
Kent, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2024
A great experience!Period appointed, clean , spacious and within walking distance of shops and great dining. Enjoyed feeling a part of historic Pictou.Highly recommended.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2024
Beautiful old inn. Charming and quaint. On the waterfront. Reasonably priced
Beth
Beth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
We loved our stay at the Custom House. Our room upstairs was so spacious and Clean! I was surprised to find it had more electrical outlets than some hotels.
The bathroom and tub were clean and looked new.
We were greeted upon our arrival which was very nice.
We enjoyed being able to walk around town to the shops and restaurants.
EXCELLENT
Regina
Regina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2023
Loved our stay here. Great property and room, pleasant staff and a great area to walk around and grab some food.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
Tracing our family heritage to the earliest days of the Pictou settlement, our choice to stay in the Customs House became a high light of our two week visit to N.S. We loved the rich history of the facility and surrounding community, that rightfully celebrates this 250-year heritage.
The Customs House offers easy access to local museums, restaurants, shops and scenic attractions. Each of these contributed to a most enjoyable visit that met and exceeded our most optimistic expectations.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2023
Beautiful stay
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2024
Really appreciated that they left a key for us, as we arrived after the front desk was closed. Beautiful room, mostly very clean, but needed a bit of dusting around the desk, where there was both a dust clump and a rather annoyed spider.