Michael and his wife who own the Smugglers Cove are just the definition of what a hotel should be!!…read moreVery friendly Upbeat Outgoing and really makes you feel really at home in that Lunenburg town!!!

Simple hotel but really nice. Comfy beds, ideal location and clean. Couple running the place are…read moresuper friendly, funny and helpful. Not a fancy place but perfect for a little weekend getaway. Also, nice toiletries in the bathroom. Staff is great. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper. The town isn't loud or anything but our room faced the street and I could hear people talking 3 floors down. We would stay here again.

Of all the places we stayed on our trip the Wellshire Bed and Breakfast was by far the best…read more This B & B is a wonderful little place. It has 2 rooms so when we arrived we were the only guests. The main floor has a large sitting area as well as the dinning room and kitchen. The bedrooms are upstairs and Robin lives in an apartment downstairs. Outside he has a beautiful garden with a large pond. The design and decor are very modern and clean. Our room had lots of extra space and all the normal amenities plus some extra stuff like robes and slippers, fresh fruits and snacks and a Tassimo machine. Our bathroom was awesome with a double rain-forest shower. When we arrived we were met at the door by our host Robin and his 2 dogs. They are some of the best trained dogs I have ever met and they, with Robin were amazing hosts. Robin knows almost everything there is to know about Lunenburg and is happy to help in any way. He gave us information on the best places for dinner and even called about reservations for us. I cant say enough about how much we enjoyed having Robin as a host. What put this place up to a 5 for me was the breakfast. With our welcome package Robin gave us menus for breakfast so we could pick what we liked. Amanda and I chose the French Toast Sandwiches (Eggs, bacon and tomato between pieces of french toast). Lisa and Norm selected the English Breakfasts. When we came down in the morning we were not prepared for the quality of breakfast we were about to receive. We began with fruits and yogurt that were super fresh (Mango, Honeydew Mellon, Strawberries, Raspberries and Blueberries) Followed by our selections which turned out to be gourmet quality. For drinks we had fresh orange and apple juices as well as our choice of several different coffees and teas. It all tasted amazing and was more then enough to fill us all up. The Wellshire was the best place we stayed at on this trip and maybe even the best play we have stayed ever. I cant wait to go back again.

Loved our overall experience but there were a few minor negatives. The location makes it a little…read morefar to walk to harbor and shops, especially because of the steep hills. I loved the soaker tub but husband loves his showers. Bed was comfortable, sheets were satiny. Loved the decor, all the outstanding art. Breakfast was delicious. Stayed 2 nights so enjoyed 2 breakfasts. There were 6 varieties of fresh fruit everyday plus yogurt, blueberry juice, jams, coffee in a French press. One morning we were also served a plate with perfectly fried egg, 2 pieces of bacon and a fresh croissant. Next morning a plate with 2 blueberry pancakes, 2 pieces of bacon and cup of syrup. All so tasty but the croissant was my favorite.

This beautiful historic property is a wonderful place to stay in Lunenburg. Just three blocks from…read morethe waterfront and still in the heart of the town it offers a view of the colorful harbor from above. We were warmly welcomed and shown up to our room after a tour of the common areas. The sitting room on the main floor is just lovely and had many books for browsing with a cup of evening tea. Our room was small but comfortable and the canopy bed provided some "wow" factor. The original fireplace, tiled floor and decor were nice unexpected touches. The breakfast room was huge with a small pub area, and offered private restaurant style table seating (which is nice for those who aren't morning people and wanting to make new best friends at 8am with a table full of talkative strangers). The big windows let in the light and the view. We were offered the choice of made to order hot breakfasts (french toast, or eggs & bacon) and there was a long table set out with continental offerings that we were able to help ourselves to as well. Delicious!

This place is fantastic. My now hubby and I hosted 2 blissful pre-wedding days based out of the…read moreBoscawen Inn. Let me tell you, planning an international vacation for about 60 people is not easy. Judy, the owner at the Boscawen, made the process so much better. She was so stellar. Gave us amazing recommendations for other local vendors, like kayaking, tours, food, catering, etc. And they were all perfect! Judy and John, her husband, were the most gracious hosts. Basically, anything we needed, they provided without hesitation. Judy and I even planned a surprise event for everyone and it went off without a hitch! Now onto the lodging, my hubby and I stayed in room 305 and it was everything we could ever want! For all of the rooms, which I got to take a gander at because we had rented out the entire place, they were so precious. The website truly does not do the Boscawen Inn justice. Everything is immaculate, clean, and every detail was perfection. Honestly, I can't wait until we get to go back. Thank you Judy and John!!!!

We spent a night here and weren't disappointed in our choice of lodgings while in Lunenberg…read more Pros: - Unbeatable location in a picturesque town - Gorgeous, well-appointed bathroom, including a deep, roomy bathtub - Helpful staff who offered pointers for steering clear of Lunenberg's many tourist traps - On-site parking off the street - In-room air conditioning Cons: - Window A/C unit was noisy enough to wake me up during the night at least once - Parking lot is small and unpaved, making it a challenge to maneuver even a compact car in and out - On-site garbage and compost weren't secured, so we woke up to the food scraps we had discarded the night before strewn about and being picked over by birds - Cable wasn't connected, so we weren't able to use the television in our room - The electronic lock on one of the back doors was on the fritz during our stay; we were glad there was a second entrance, else we might have been locked out

A quaint B&B that is perfectly situated near the wharf. So convenient for exploring this lovely…read moreUNESCO town. The owners are welcoming and offer a great breakfast - smoked salmon, bacon, and all the fixings, plus a touch of their native fare. The accommodations were clean and updated, and we greatly enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend.

Our one day visit to the Kaulbach House in Lunenburg, was much too short. Its central location and…read moreparking lot make it a great find in this very walkable, though hilly town. If you can climb two flights of stairs you can stay in one of two spacious suites on the second floor. Ours had a bedroom and a sitting room with a lovely view over the harbor. The young proprietors have made all sorts of improvements to the historic house including wonderful modern bathroom facilities. Due to an unforeseen change of plans we had to leave early to catch the Digby Ferry before the regular breakfast time but we sent off with fresh homemade muffins, egg sandwiches and coffee to enjoy on our way. A happy end to a lovely visit.

From the owner: Kaulbach House is a Bed and Breakfast in the heart of Lunenburg Old Town. Luxury ensuite rooms…read moreand healthy breakfast. On-site parking for convenient access to the town. Perfect for a few days to explore the South Shore of Nova Scotia.

What a great place to stay and brunch!…read more It is a lovely old house on the main street of Lunenburg. It has a fantastic balance of old and new: - lovely antique furniture, floor coverings, exquisite old light fixtures, etc. - exercise room, high speed internet, business centre, flat screen TV + DVD player in the room. We were blown away by the small touches as the modern stemware in the rooms, updated bathrooms and complementary chocolates on the bed. The bed was a dream to sleep on, once the pillows were cleared and stacked in the corner:-) Nice light cozy comforter on the bed. Now for breakfast - simply fantastic! Cold buffet with solomon gundy, smoked salmon, cheeses, etc.. A bread stack that included fresh from the oven croissants. We went with the a la carte eggs benedict - and don't let them give you the back bacon - go for the smoked salmon option - yummmmmm!!! We will definitely be going back. The question is only whether it will be another mid-winter, off season fantastically priced get-away or a full priced mid-summer Lunenburg folk festival week? Not to be missed!

Visited Lunenburg from the US. When we arrived at the Mariner King we were pleasantly surprised by…read morethe classic design of the lobby and reception area. The receptionist was hospitable and friendly. He provided us with a list of businesses in the area that would be good for a bite to eat or drinks. When he showed us to our room in the Cranberry Suites he informed us that he upgraded our room prior to our arrival. Excellent service, immaculately clean rooms. I would recommend The Mariner King without hesitation.

Absolute gem! If you like great service, pizza and wine then come by. When we went on a Thursday…read morethere was also live music. How cool is that! To start we shared the shrimp dip and it was absolutely delicious. There was 3 of us and it was enough to give us a nice taste (not too filling). Then We had the (sry can't remember the actual names) mushroom, pepperoni and the meat lover (pepperoni, bacon and salami) pizzas. We could have gotten away with ordering 2 pizza between the 3 of us. All pizzas were delish but our absolute fav was the mushroom. They are made in a wood fired oven with thin and crispy crusts. The venue is on the smaller side so make reservations if u have the time.

The good -Wood fired pizzas were good 8.4…read more The bad - Service ... SO slow, took 4 of us 2 hours, 3 of us still waiting for water, dishes sat around on table forever, no cutlery or napkins when appys arrived. Really poor. The Ugly -Appy - Meatballs with Haskap "heat" were Costco Kirkland meatballs undoubtedly, drowned in a jarred Haskap sauce. Won't be back.

This is a review of the food only…read more The main floor of the ornate inn is largely used as the dining area for their restaurant. Where you can enjoy a 3-course meal ($62.50). Or add an extra $2.50 to receive a small salad course between the main and dessert. For those want a smaller dinner, dishes are also available a la carte (prices reflected in this post). Their tomato bruschetta ($14) uses a decadent whipped ricotta as the base, building upon the classic ingredients of cherry tomatoes, herbs, and a balsamic reduction. With tons of flavours and not as messy to eat, this was a wonderful starting bite. Arriving as a big chunk, the maple smoked salmon ($14) could benefit from a bit of preparation to present it in a crostini form. The candy sweet salmon was powerful on its own but balances out with the maple yogurt sauce and baguette. A bit of pickled red onion and/or arugula would add some freshness the dish needs. Save some of that bread for the steamed mussels ($14), classically prepared in a white wine and garlic broth. I rather enjoyed the bell pepper used throughout for colour and added flavour. The mussels just needed to be soaked longer as they were still several gritty crustaceans. You can't go wrong with seafood in Nova Scotia. The pan seared halibut ($37) was perfectly cooked to a flaky and moist consistency. The thick meaty piece could use more seasoning but if you get enough of the 'hodge podge', a medley of vegetables cooked in a cream sauce, onto the fish it helps to add flavour. The scallops in the scallops picatta ($37) were beautifully seared and just cooked through. The natural sweetness of the seafood was also prominent since the lemon caper sauce used with the pappardelle wasn't too strong. With a touch more salt, this dish would have been perfect. While the lobster linguine ($44; $7 supplement with the prix fixe) smelled good, the dish was majorly lacking on taste. The spaghetti was overcooked, and everything screamed for more seasoning, butter, and acid. My nose was more impressed than the tongue. This is a long review, for the rest go to Gastro World.

We had a wonderful time at the Blomidon Inn, both as guests of the hotel and the restaurant…read more The room was beautiful and comfortable, as were the common spaces at the Inn. The staff at the Inn were very welcoming, and helpful in providing recommendations regarding places to go in the area. And the breakfast hit the spot. Dinner was amaaaaaaziiiiiing. I wasn't overly hungry so I only had an entree, but OMG so good, as were my husband's dishes. We had attentive and friendly service too. Everything was perfect! Thank you Blomidon Inn for a great start to our Nova Scotia vacation!