The Iona Heights Inn

3.5 star property
Relax by the lake with live music and delicious pub grub. Get active with sports massage, basketball, and more.

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Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Lake View
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Children's pool
Terrace/patio
Aerial view
Overlooking Bras d'Or Lake, The Iona Heights Inn offers a family-friendly haven with concerts and live shows, plus activities like basketball. Treat yourself to a spa day or enjoy ocean views at Frolic & Folk Pub & Grill; then unwind on the terrace or in the coffee shop.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's pool
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • Business centre
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Rollaway/extra beds available (surcharge)
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
The current price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb

Room options

Comfort Room, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 232.0 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

Comfort Room, 2 Double Beds, Lake View

Highlights

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

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Lake View

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
4115 Highway 223, Iona, NS, B2C 1A3

What's nearby

  • Highland Village Museum - 1 min walk
  • Bras d'Or Lake - 3 min walk
  • Iona Port Beach - 2 min drive
  • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 44 min drive
  • Cabot Links - 77 min drive

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 72 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪The Frolic and Folk Pub & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wheelhouse Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Darby's Old Church Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grand Narrows Waterfront Development Society - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Iona Heights Inn

Enjoy your visit to Iona with a stay at The Iona Heights Inn. Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. A free airport shuttle, a bar/lounge and a fitness centre are other features. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English, French

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 19
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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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
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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 19
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Local/corner shop
  • Children's menu
  • Children's games
  • Toys

What to do

  • Basketball
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (495 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • Arcade/games room
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium TV channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages.

Dining

Frolic & Folk Pub & Grill – Overlooking the ocean, this pub serves brunch, lunch, dinner and light fare. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 14 for adults and CAD 14 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: CAD 25.00 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 25.00 per pet, per stay

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Property Registration Number RYA-2022-00-03301057207779792-4115

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Iona Heights 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Iona Heights Inn?

Yes, there's a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at The Iona Heights Inn?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 25.00 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of CAD 25.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Iona Heights Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Iona Heights Inn?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Iona Heights Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Iona Heights Inn and nearby?

On-site recreation at The Iona Heights Inn includes basketball. Enjoy amenities such as a fitness centre, spa services and an arcade. The Iona Heights Inn also has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Iona Heights Inn?

Yes, Frolic & Folk Pub & Grill offers ocean views.

What's the area around The Iona Heights Inn like?

The Iona Heights Inn is located a short 3-minute walk from Bras d'Or Lake. Travellers love the inn's prime location.

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The Iona Heights Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was very clean and the staff were very friendly i would highly recommend this place the view from my room was amazing
Theresa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice view of nature, friendly staff and great location.
Yola Angeline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to stay.
Mahesh, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend this property great view clean friendly staff
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

amazing stay and amazing view
Maria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay beautiful room gorgeous view the breakfast buffet was awesome loved it !
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, good service, great restaurant and available live entertainment.
Douglas, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome stay!
Jacob, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful atmosphere in the restaurant and food was excellent. We really enjoyed our stay!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great little place in Cape Breton. We had a great stay, the rooms are quaint and clean. They have a great pub on the property that I would highly recommend for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Paul, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

It was lovely little spot.
Jolayne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

the friendly staff, the view, the weather and the upkeeping of the place
JOSE E., 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was beautiful there and the rooms were lovely
Judy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed 3 nights and enjoyed our stay. Great location and excellent restaurant and pub.
Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfortable room.with a beautiful view of lake. Good restaurant open for breakfast and dinner.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

comfortable bed
YUEDI, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had an amazing time staying at this inn. The staff were incredibly friendly, the breakfast was delicious, and the surroundings were beautiful. The prices were reasonable, and the live band performances in the evening created a great atmosphere.
Yanan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cute and nice location
saad, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the country feeling and hospitality
Candice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This cute little inn is set in a beautiful location with great views overlooking the water.
LukeAndAmanda, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Family run Hotel and Restaurant. Very well run.
Timothy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Really enjoyed our stay. Rooms itself great, bathroom needs an upgrade. New caulking around bathtub and painted trim would be a big improvement but the experience itself was great.
FRANCIS, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely, helpful staff; great customer service; standard amenities; lovely pub-style restaurant with live music; amazing view of the Bras D’or Lake from balcony; basketball court, pool, Heritage Museum and walking trails.
Christina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay. The coffee from the buffet was really good. Someone from the lobby helped us a lot, she made us feel comfortable. The guy who operates the buffet too, everybody’s very kind. God Bless them
Mary Faith, 1-night trip