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4-star hotels in Lunenburg
Thirteen 4-star hotels in Lunenburg, from harbour-side inns on Montague Street to bed & breakfasts along Main Street, mostly within about a kilometre of the centre. This shortlist is for travellers deciding where to sleep in the UNESCO-listed old town and around it.
Staying in Lunenburg
Lunenburg is compact and walkable, with many of its attractions concentrated in the old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can explore the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic, take a harbour tour, or simply stroll the streets lined with colourful houses. It is also a working port, so fishing boats and shipyards in operation are part of the scenery, and the town is the home of the Bluenose II.
These 4-star properties sit along the town's streets. Three are on Montague Street — Smugglers Cove Inn at 139, Rum Runner Inn at 66 and B2 Lofts at 160 — while Mariner King Inn is on King Street, Lunenburg Arms Hotel on Pelham Street and Boscawen Inn on Cumberland Street. Most are 0.1 to 1.0 km from the centre, which suits couples and short-break visitors who want to walk to the museums and restaurants. Families have family rooms and suites at Ashlea House Bed & Breakfast, Boscawen Inn and Red Roof Bed & Breakfast. Travellers with vehicles may prefer the three properties 9.0 to 9.6 km out: Fairmont House Bed & Breakfast and Mahone Bay Bed & Breakfast on Main Street, and Fisherman's Daughter Bed & Breakfast on Edgewater Street.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Lunenburg Arms Hotel
94 Pelham Street, Lunenburg, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereRight on Pelham Street, the Lunenburg Arms Hotel pairs a 0.8 km walk to the centre with a spa and a bar on site. Guests rate it 4.6 from 155 reviews. Rooms come with air conditioning and kitchenettes, and pets are allowed, which makes it a straightforward choice for travellers who want to settle in with a dog or fix their own meals. Free parking and free wifi keep the stay easy.
See Lunenburg Arms HotelSmugglers Cove Inn
139 Montague St, Ns, Lunenburg, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOn Montague St, 0.9 km from the centre of Lunenburg, Smugglers Cove Inn suits travellers who want to park the car and walk in. Free wifi keeps things simple, and the bar and garden give you somewhere to sit at the end of the day. Guests rate it 4.5 out of 5 from 246 reviews.
See Smugglers Cove InnMariner King Inn
15 King Street Lunenburg Nova Scotia B0j 2C0, Lunenburg, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Parking
- Gymnasium
- Internet access
Why stay hereThe Mariner King Inn on King Street suits guests who want to keep up a routine while away: there is a gymnasium on site and a restaurant for meals without leaving the building. A conference room makes it workable for small groups mixing business with a stay. The centre is 0.8 km away, and the hotel holds a 4.6 rating from 91 reviews. Internet access, parking and laundry service round out the practical side.
See Mariner King InnRum Runner Inn
66 Montague Street Ns, Lunenburg, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereBalconies, a terrace and a patio give the Rum Runner Inn on Montague Street plenty of outdoor space, and some rooms look out to the sea. Kitchen and kitchenette options with microwaves suit families and longer stays. It sits 0.7 km from the centre and scores 4.4 from 280 reviews. Express check-in, free wifi and parking make arrivals simple, and golf and fishing are within reach.
See Rum Runner InnThe Sail Inn
Montague Street; 99, Lunenburg, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereThe Sail Inn on Montague Street is a good fit for guests who want a jacuzzi and a spa after a day out, with sea views adding to the appeal. Kitchenettes with microwaves let you keep things simple at mealtimes, and the lounge is a quiet spot to unwind. Valet parking and free car parking are both offered. The centre is 0.8 km away, and golf is nearby.
See The Sail InnAshlea House Bed & Breakfast
42 Falkland St Lunenburg Ns B0j 2C0 Canada, Lunenburg, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereBreakfast is included at Ashlea House Bed & Breakfast, and the Falkland Street location is just 0.1 km from the centre, so Lunenburg's streets are on the doorstep. A garden, terrace and games room give families room to spread out, and family rooms are available. Bikes can be rented for longer rides, and free car parking makes arrival easy. Golf, tennis and mini golf are close by for active guests.
See Ashlea House Bed & BreakfastBoscawen Inn
150 Cumberland Street Lunenburg, Lunenburg, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Boscawen Inn on Cumberland Street combines a restaurant and bar with a terrace and garden, so evenings can stay on site. Concierge service, room service and meeting rooms cover both leisure and small work trips, and suites are available. It is 0.9 km from the centre. Note that pets are not allowed. Free car parking and free wifi are included.
See Boscawen InnFisherman's Daughter Bed & Breakfast
97 Edgewater St, Lunenburg, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereBreakfast is served at Fisherman's Daughter Bed & Breakfast, and a garden, terrace and picnic area make the most of fine weather. Bicycles can be hired to explore further afield, and fishing is nearby. The Edgewater Street address is 9.6 km from Lunenburg's centre, so this one suits guests with a car who prefer a quieter base. Free wifi, parking and wheelchair accessibility are offered.
See Fisherman's Daughter Bed & BreakfastAtlantic Sojourn Bed & Breakfast
56 Victoria Road, Lunenburg, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereBreakfast, a garden and a library give Atlantic Sojourn Bed & Breakfast a calm, unhurried character, and the Victoria Road address is just 0.1 km from the centre. Air-conditioned rooms come with bathrobes and toiletries, and housekeeping keeps things fresh. Free car parking and free wifi are provided, and a terrace adds outdoor space. It suits couples who want to walk everywhere.
See Atlantic Sojourn Bed & BreakfastFairmont House Bed & Breakfast
654 Main Street, Lunenburg, Canada
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereSet on Main Street, Fairmont House Bed & Breakfast welcomes pets and offers a lounge, games room and terrace. Express check-in and concierge service smooth the arrival, and sea views are part of the setting. It lies 9.0 km from Lunenburg's centre, so a car is useful; free car parking is available. Rooms are air-conditioned with free wifi, and housekeeping and laundry service are on hand.
See Fairmont House Bed & BreakfastMahone Bay Bed & Breakfast
558 Main Street Box 450Mahone Baynova Scotia B0j 2E0, Lunenburg, Canada
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereA garden and terrace at Mahone Bay Bed & Breakfast give guests somewhere to sit back, and free car parking plus free wifi cover the essentials. The Main Street address is 9.3 km from Lunenburg's centre, placing it in Mahone Bay rather than the town itself. Non-smoking rooms and air conditioning keep the stay comfortable. It suits travellers touring the coast by car who want a quiet, simple base.
See Mahone Bay Bed & BreakfastB2 Lofts
160 Montague St, Lunenburg, Canada
Best for: Step-free access
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereB2 Lofts on Montague Street is a 4-star option 1.0 km from Lunenburg's centre, and the building is wheelchair accessible. The listing carries no guest rating and few listed facilities, so it best suits travellers who want a straightforward self-contained stay close to town and are happy to arrange the rest themselves.
See B2 LoftsRed Roof Bed & Breakfast
77 Front Centre Road, Lunenburg, Canada
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRed Roof Bed & Breakfast offers family rooms and a garden, with free car parking and free wifi for guests arriving by car. The Front Centre Road address is 2.7 km from Lunenburg's centre. Kitchens with ovens, microwaves and refrigerators let families prepare their own meals, and a patio and terrace extend the living space. Golf, mini golf, bowling and fishing are all nearby for days out.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lunenburg Arms Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 0.8 km |
| Smugglers Cove Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.9 km |
| Mariner King Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.8 km |
| Rum Runner Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.7 km |
| The Sail Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.8 km |
| Ashlea House Bed & Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.1 km |
| Boscawen Inn | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.9 km |
| Fisherman's Daughter Bed & Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 9.6 km |
| Atlantic Sojourn Bed & Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.1 km |
| Fairmont House Bed & Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 9.0 km |
| Mahone Bay Bed & Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 9.3 km |
| B2 Lofts | ★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 1.0 km |
| Red Roof Bed & Breakfast | ★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 2.7 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Top-rated stays
Lunenburg Arms Hotel and Mariner King Inn share the highest guest score on this shortlist, 4.6 out of 5, from 155 and 91 reviews. Smugglers Cove Inn follows at 4.5 from 246 reviews, the second-highest review count here. All three sit within 0.9 km of the centre.
Lunenburg Arms Hotel · Mariner King Inn · Smugglers Cove Inn
For families
Ashlea House Bed & Breakfast lists family rooms and suites, a games room, library, tennis court and mini golf, 0.1 km from the centre. Boscawen Inn adds a playground, connecting rooms and babysitting service. Red Roof Bed & Breakfast has family rooms, a kitchen, a sofa bed and entertainment activities, 2.7 km out.
Ashlea House Bed & Breakfast · Boscawen Inn · Red Roof Bed & Breakfast
For business trips
Mariner King Inn lists a conference room, gymnasium, restaurant, lifts and parking. Boscawen Inn offers conference halls, a meeting room, room service and connecting rooms, and Lunenburg Arms Hotel adds a banquet room, 24 hour front desk and lifts. All three are within 0.9 km of the centre, so meetings and town stay close together.
With kitchen facilities
Rum Runner Inn lists a kitchen, kitchenette and microwave, plus a balcony, patio and terrace, 0.7 km from the centre. The Sail Inn has a kitchenette, microwave, jacuzzi and spa. Red Roof Bed & Breakfast adds an oven in its kitchen, 2.7 km out, and Lunenburg Arms Hotel also lists a kitchenette.
Rum Runner Inn · The Sail Inn · Red Roof Bed & Breakfast · Lunenburg Arms Hotel
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Lunenburg is about 100 kilometres from Halifax, a drive of roughly 1.5 hours via Highway 103. There is no train or commercial airport in Lunenburg; the nearest airport is Halifax Stanfield International. Intercity bus service is available from Halifax, but schedules may be limited. Once in Lunenburg, the old town is best explored on foot. Local taxis and a seasonal trolley service can help you get around, and bicycles are also a popular way to see the area, though some roads have hills.
When to go
The most pleasant weather is from June to September, when temperatures are mild and many attractions are open. July and August are the busiest months, so expect crowds. Spring and autumn are quieter, with cooler temperatures, and some businesses may have reduced hours. Winter can be cold and snowy, and some tourist facilities close; if you don't mind the cold, winter offers a peaceful experience.
Questions, answered
How far are these hotels from Lunenburg's centre?
Most are close. Ashlea House Bed & Breakfast and Atlantic Sojourn Bed & Breakfast are 0.1 km away, Rum Runner Inn is 0.7 km, and Lunenburg Arms Hotel, Mariner King Inn, The Sail Inn and Smugglers Cove Inn are 0.8 to 0.9 km. Fairmont House, Mahone Bay Bed & Breakfast and Fisherman's Daughter sit 9.0 to 9.6 km out.
Which hotels on this shortlist have the most reviews?
Rum Runner Inn has 280 reviews and a guest score of 4.4, Smugglers Cove Inn 246 reviews at 4.5, and Lunenburg Arms Hotel 155 reviews at 4.6. Mariner King Inn, with 91 reviews, also scores 4.6.
Does the Rum Runner Inn have kitchen facilities?
Yes — the Rum Runner Inn lists a kitchen, kitchenette, microwave and refrigerator, along with a balcony, patio and terrace. It is on Montague Street, 0.7 km from the centre, and holds a guest score of 4.4 from 280 reviews.
Are any of these Lunenburg hotels wheelchair accessible?
Lunenburg Arms Hotel, Fisherman's Daughter Bed & Breakfast and B2 Lofts list wheelchair accessible among their facilities. B2 Lofts lists wheelchair accessible as its only facility and no guest rating is given, so check with the property about other services.
Do any hotels in this shortlist allow pets?
Lunenburg Arms Hotel and Fairmont House Bed & Breakfast list pets allowed among their facilities. Boscawen Inn, by contrast, lists pets not allowed, so pet owners should book accordingly.
How do I get to Lunenburg from Halifax?
Lunenburg is about 100 kilometres from Halifax, roughly a 1.5-hour drive via Highway 103. There is no train or commercial airport in Lunenburg; the nearest airport is Halifax Stanfield International. Intercity bus service runs from Halifax, but schedules may be limited.
Do I need a car to get around Lunenburg?
A car is not necessary if you stay in the old town, but it can be useful for exploring the surrounding area, and parking is available in several locations. Local taxis and a seasonal trolley service help, and bicycles are popular, though some roads have hills.