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The Iona Heights Inn

3.5 star property
Travelers soak in live music and hearty pub fare by the lake at The Iona Heights Inn, where sports facilities and massage services offer active options for everyone

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The Iona Heights Inn offers perfect views of Bras d'Or Lake, ideal for families. Enjoy concerts, live shows, basketball, or spa treatments. The Frolic & Folk Pub & Grill serves meals with ocean views, and the terrace and coffee shop provide relaxing alternatives.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room options

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Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • Lake view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Lake View

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Lake view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Comfort Room, Lake View

Comfort Room, Lake View

Comfort Room, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • Lake view
  • 232 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon
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About the area

Located in Iona, The Iona Heights Inn is near the beach. Travellers looking for local activities can try Glenora Inn and Distillery and Cabot Links, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site. Highland Village Museum and Bras d'Or Lake are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Iona travel guide
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Map
4115 Highway 223, Iona, NS, B2C 1A3

What's nearby

  • The Gaelic Black House made of stone and sod at the Highland Village in Iona, Nova Scotia. The historical village is built on a hill overlooking the Bra D'Or lakes in Cape Breton.
    Highland Village Museum
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kids ton Lighthouse at Baddeck
    Bras d'Or Lake
    1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Road trip around Nova Scotia and stop at all the places with #red chairs and enjoy the amazing scenery, you can hike, birdwatching, whale watching or just relax #Red Photo Sweepstakes
    Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    44 min drive - 62.9 km
  • Iona Port Beach
    1 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Glenora Inn and Distillery
    59 min drive - 85.1 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY)
    73 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wheelhouse Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Darby's Old Church Kitchen
    7 min drive
  • Ferrymen's Hall
    4 min drive
  • Grand Narrows Waterfront Development Society
    4 min drive

About this property

The Iona Heights Inn

Family-friendly inn near Bras d'Or Lake
Located close to Highland Village Museum, The Iona Heights Inn provides a free return airport shuttle, a corner/local shop and concerts and live shows. Treat yourself to a sports massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant, Frolic & Folk Pub & Grill, offers brunch, lunch, dinner, light fare and ocean views. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities such as basketball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • A children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), motorhome/coach/lorry parking and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a computer station and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Iona Heights Inn have thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CAD 14 for adults and CAD 14 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Frolic & Folk Pub & Grill

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Gym
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 495 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

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
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25.00, per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of CAD 25.00 per stay
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
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately CAD 14 for adults and from CAD 14 for children
  • Pet deposit: CAD 25.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • 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

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, 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number RYA-2022-00-03301057207779792-4115
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

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Iona Heights Inn
Heights Inn
Iona Heights
Highland Heights Hotel Cape Breton Island
The Iona Heights Inn Inn
The Iona Heights Inn Iona
The Iona Heights Inn Inn Iona

Frequently asked questions

Does The Iona Heights Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a children's pool.

Is The Iona Heights Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of CAD 25.00 per stay and a fee of CAD 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Iona Heights Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Iona Heights Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Iona Heights Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does The Iona Heights Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is The Iona Heights Inn located?

This family-friendly Iona inn is located near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Highland Village Museum and Bras d'Or Lake. Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site is 32 mi (51.5 km) away.

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Reviews

The Iona Heights Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 548 out of 971 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 971 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 971 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 971 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 971 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location, views, comfortable room
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, friendly staff, excellent breakfast, nice lake view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice restaurant and close to museum
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, friendly staff, restaurant on site
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is lovely with wonderful staff and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this hotel was great for traveling with our Pocket Beagle and is very Pet Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anik

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

Great stay

Lovely inn with friendly staff, clean rooms and the breakfast buffet was really good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Food, Great View, Great People... Thank You!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and friendly staff. Restaurant on the property has good food and full bar. We were there on a Saturday and there was live fiddle music! There is also a small convenience store/alcohol store on property which is very convenient.
View from property
On site pub
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daphne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was beautiful and the room was lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Live music with dinner. Very welcoming atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

Atlantic Road Trip

We stayed one night at this hotel. The location is gorgeous, with a view overlooking the lake!! Beds were comfy. Dinner in their restaurant was delicious! It's basically in the middle of nowhere, but still well worth the stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Staff & service
Great value good people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Iona gem

Great view! Very nice staff and pretty good food. Really nice area
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here and exploring the Cape Breton area with this as our base. The room was comfortable, and there was a Pub on the premises that served good food. Though the breakfast buffet was pricy. The view from the room was worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
View was amazing! We enjoyed the attached restaurant. The condition and cleanliness could be better.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reshma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just enjoyed the stay to the full. Very much family friendly… food at the restaurant was just amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location beautiful moon rise last night!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Iona Heights Inn was a lovely little gem right by Bras D'Or. The rooms are very cute and clean, with great views. The breakfast was decent, and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Enjoyed our time there. The staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere good price It has a pub/restaurant attached to the far end of the hotel. Great food
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our visit was enjoyable love the views and privacy😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hui Qiong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff made our stay amazing! Activities for the kids and adults
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Area is beautiful overlooking water, people are very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the staff were super friendly. Breakfast buffet was a hit! Had a little trouble at check in, however it was quickly sorted out
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025