Thriftlodge Cape Breton

Mountain motel, steps from Port Hastings Historical Society Museum and Archives

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Thriftlodge Cape Breton offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast, a cozy terrace, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, multilingual staff and outdoor furniture.

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Internet in the lobby
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace

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About the area

Map
21 Old Victoria Rd, Port Hastings, NS, B9A 1L2

What's nearby

  • Port Hastings Historical Society Museum and Archives - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Port Hasting Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Saint Francis Xavier University - 34 min drive - 64.3 km
  • Antigonish Arena - 35 min drive - 65.0 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪China King Family Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Thriftlodge Cape Breton

Situated by the ocean, Thriftlodge Cape Breton is a great choice for a stay in Port Hastings. Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and continental breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 68 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • Up to 2 children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

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

Parking

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

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

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

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for an extra charge
  • Wired internet access is available in public areas for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during November, December, January, February, March and April.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CAD 15 per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Travelodge Port Hastings Hotel
Travelodge Port Hastings Motel
Thriftlodge Port Hastings Motel
Thriftlodge Cape Breton Motel
Thriftlodge Cape Breton Port Hastings
Thriftlodge Cape Breton Motel Port Hastings

Frequently asked questions

Is Thriftlodge Cape Breton currently open?

The property is closed during November, December, January, February, March and April.

Are pets allowed at Thriftlodge Cape Breton?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Thriftlodge Cape Breton?

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

What are the check-in and check-out times at Thriftlodge Cape Breton?

You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Thriftlodge Cape Breton and nearby?

Thriftlodge Cape Breton has a picnic area.

What's the area around Thriftlodge Cape Breton like?

Thriftlodge Cape Breton is located on the waterfront, a short 4-minute walk from Port Hastings Historical Society Museum and Archives and 5 minutes' walk from Port Hasting Museum.

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Thriftlodge Cape Breton Reviews

5.2

6.0

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

6.2

Staff & service

5.0

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Very good

☆☆☆☆

Friendly and accomodating staff. Even though the room looks outdated but it was clean. Near the hi way so it was very convenient.

2/10 Poor

Sleep in your car. It's better

This hotel does not deserve it's name. Look at the pictures. The window is held closed by a screw attached to some piece of wood, bed leg and bathroom sink legs are crooked. The toilet flush is in a inconvenient spot to say the least. The carpet is full of stains. There was a cricket under the bread which by the way free breakfast is cereals and toasts only. Do not waste your time, sleep in your car.
Cathy, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The room did not look anything like the picture. Had to ask for extra blanket.
Jim, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Sign on front desk back in 10 minutes No one at deskk for at least hour
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Very run down though clean. Needs TLC and an easier way to get there.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Bonne endroit pour arrêter coucher à un prix abordable Nous avons coucher à cet endroit pour transiter vers d’autres destinations
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Way outdated premises

Beautiful view, but Hotel is very outdated and had a musty smell. Bed was uncomfortable.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

L’emplacement et la vue sont tres bien C’est convenable pour la cote donner
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

This location requires an extensive renovation. It is only a small upgrade from sleeping in your vehicle.
RSTraveller, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Our television in the room did not work. We changed rooms. The toilet did not work properly, the bed and bedding were something to be desired. We paid thru Expedia and the front desk took our card number and wanted to charge us, because they couldn’t collect from you guys.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The motel property was not appealing Inside everything was good. Because of the surrounding exterior, we missed the sign. Although the building stood out, we did not realize it was the motel and we passed it going 15 minutes out of our way. I would like a full breakfast not just the small amount offered
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Barely made the acceptable level.

The room was dated and there was a spider web in one corner. The TV had to be turned on at the set and the volume control as well. Poor signage travelling from the east. Light fixtures falling off the wall.
Jocelyn, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Clean basic room. When we first walked in there was a bit of a damp musty smell, I didn’t notice it once we ran the air conditioning for awhile. Fine for an overnight. Close to the causeway and a truck stop diner nearby.
Christine, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Bonne location, près de l’autoroute. Pour le reste très ordinaire, le bâtiment manque clairement d’entretien. La propreté de la chambre semblait correct mais au matin aucune équipe d’entretIen sur le plancher n’était présente pour faire les chambres... bizarre!
1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not a lot of options in the area less than $100 so we went for this one. Pay a little more and get a LOT more. This is a motel (back your car up to the room entrance type of place). Hasn't been updated since probably the 1980's. When we pulled up, I had to suck my breath in. We made the best of it, but there's a reason they don't have pictures of their building.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Gave me a room where the bathroom sink did not drain, then moved me to a second room that had ? blood stains on the wall. Was surprised that a simple cold breakfast was included. That was appreciated
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

seems it's haunted. No front desk, continental breakfast area with nothing but coffee machine and cereals.
Fan, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Out of the way...our room after 3 changes had lamanent floors which we liked.dark in the room, toilet broken,cold and heat would not come on.t.v. would not work either.We would NOT stay there again.
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Attention au tarif

A EVITER Accueil pas aimable à mon arrivée, le responsable a exigé un SUPPLÉMENT alors que j'avais réglé intégralement sur le site en prétextant que hotel.com ne lui avait pas payé le bon tarif La chambre : il y avait une odeur désagréable qui provenait de la salle de bain
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Great view of Canso Causeway. Close to museum and information center. Great staff! My pillows smelled funny, though, and when I asked for replacements I was told it was the carpet that smelled musty. Ewww! Room was basic, mattress hard, shower broken, and door warped. But the location was just what I wanted and the tv and WiFi worked, so I was not unhappy.
Melissa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Le petit dejeuner offert est minimsliste Quelques renovations s imposent
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was basic but clean. Peggy was helpful at check-in. Dining room has a great view of Porcupine. Port Hastings Museum is just down the hill and the causeway is close by. Breakfast was adequate but not inspired.
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

They lie. Dirty. We booked a king room called and even confirmed two hour prior to arrival and they then gave it to someone else. Smells and is in terrible condition. I would rather sleep in my car next time.
Dan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Close to museum and other entertainment. Church supper next door was convenient, My booking through Expedia indicated a special rate of $89.00 plus tax, however, I was charged $110.00 plus tax when I was sent my itinerary via email so that is what the Thriftlodge charged me.
Phyllis, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Avoid if possible.

No hot water at vanity...had to use bathtub each time when washing hands, shaving, brushing teeth, etc. Heat & Air unit was inoperable. Bugs in unit due to management leaving each unit's outside door open before check-in. Check-in took 30 minutes, while the manager/owner did miscellaneous computer work without assisting. Overall poor property condition.
1-night trip