MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages

2.5 star property
Motel in Shelburne with free parking

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Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Microwave, coffee/tea maker
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Cottage, 1 Bedroom | Bathroom
Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
260 Water Street, Shelburne, NS, B0T 1W0
  • Popular LocationBoxing Rock Brewing Co16 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoss-Thomson House and Store Museum19 min walk
  • Popular LocationShelburne County Museum19 min walk

Room options

Signature Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Cottage, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Shelburne

At MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Boxing Rock Brewing Co and Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Shelburne motel include Dory Shop Museum and Shelburne County Museum.

What's nearby

  • Boxing Rock Brewing Co - 16 min walk
  • Ross-Thomson House and Store Museum - 19 min walk
  • Dory Shop Museum - 19 min walk
  • Shelburne County Museum - 19 min walk
  • Muir-Cox Shipbuilding Interpretive Centre - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scotia Lunch - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Emerald Light - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte Lane Cafe & Crafts - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Ship's Galley Pub and Eatery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Beandock - ‬18 min walk

About this property

MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages

Motel in Shelburne with free parking
As a guest of MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages, you'll find an outdoor pool and barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Shelburne motel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Cable televisions are provided.

This Shelburne motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 01 October to 31 May:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-06211456373570731-260

We should mention

  • Children aged 13 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

MacKenzie's Motel Cottages Shelburne
Mackenzies Hotel Shelburne
Mackenzie's & Cottages
MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages Motel
MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages Shelburne
MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages Motel Shelburne

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages?

MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages?

As of 29 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages on 13 July 2024 start from AU$147.48, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages?

Yep, MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages?

The closest beach to MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages is Roseway Beach (19 km).

Does MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages have a pool?

MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages?

No, MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages?

No, only service animals are allowed.

MacKenzie's Motel & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 198 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 198 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mike

Travelled with group
Limited seating in the cottage and some old and rickety. Had a kitchen but no dish detergent to wash dishes
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corinne, Tusket

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I reserved this room because my daughter had to do her clinical for school at the local hospital. She said the only thing they noticed there was raw fish in the freezer from a previous guest still in there and some other things that were dirty. Other then that the facility was close to what she was there for and served the purpose.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Gerard

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No hotwater
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mellissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect and very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved the location and the size of the cottages
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Nikki

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Patsy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The motel room itself was quite clean. And seemed nice at first glance however as the evening wore on I noticed more things wrong. There was no cream for the coffee that was in the room and they had none at the main house. The owner said there was a man down the street who sells coffee. Towel rack in the backroom was mostly missing, just one end was on the wall. There is poor water drainage when using the sink or shower. There were no sheets on the bed and no pillowcases, just a comforter, pillows and the mattress cover. I had stayed here several times years ago back about 2010 and it was a beautiful spot to stay. Too bad it isn't like it used to be, no longer a free breakfast either.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities
No sugar or creamer for coffee. Little dish was empty. No facial tissue.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
We loved it here and would stay again, the only we found was it could be cleaners bit better. The drawers had hairs and crumbs in them and the floors were pretty dirty. But it was very cozy and nice. The heat pump was fabulous. The staff was very friendly. And the gas station across the road is convenient and open 24/7
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Terrance

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The floors were dirty, food was still in the fridge from a previous guest and the staff was cold and impersonal. Other than that, our room was fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is very tired looking for the money charged.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely time. The place to stay in Shelburne z
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Sylvia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no staff at the property when I arrived. I had to call and staff arrived by car but did not offer an apology. The room appeared to not have been cleaned for awhile; there were cobwebs on the ceiling and various other areas of the room including a large spider I found when I was checking out. There were cobwebs and a dead bug beside the bath mat in the bathroom. I did not receive housekeeping services in the morning and had to ask for toilet paper and fresh towels even though “daily housekeeping” is advertised. When the staff arrived with those items I showed him I had also found some clothes in a drawer that were not mine and I showed him the cobwebs and dead bug in the bathroom. He questioned if the men’s clothes I found were mine which I had already stated were not and he said he could get me a new room. I had already stayed one night in this room so I said no, hoping he would refund some of my money. I never heard from anyone again. They take full payment at check in; I do not recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Stanley

Travelled with family
Property was clean and room spacious. There was coffee and maker but no creamer or sugar in room. King size bed with clean bedding put only two pillows. It was an ok stay in an average property. We would likely go back if we were in the area for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thr cabin was in great condition and had all the amenities we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

patty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The gentleman at the front desk was very nice, check in was easy. The cabin we stayed in was cute but dated. Was shocked to pull the sheets back and find stains on the sheets and the bed skirt was filthy. This will definitely Deter us from coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Beth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inviting exterior, comfortable interior, easy check in with friendly staff, reasonable rates, convenient location. Would stay again, thank you.

10/10 Excellent

John, Hubbards

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
The room was lovely. I loved the heat pump, shower and lighted mirror. I was pleased to see soap and shampoo provided. Room was clean and tastefully decorated.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

COLIN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Had a great time. A lovely place, perfect for our trip. Many thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has no standard of hygiene or cleanliness. The bed was made without changing the sheets. The dirty towels were hung back up on the towel bars. There was food waste in the kitchenette cupboards and drawers. Spider webs everywhere. And NO toilet paper! Top it off, we booked and paid for a cottage and received a room in a strip motel. We strongly DO NOT recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with partner
Lovey Motel. Beautiful bathroom, shower; coffee machine; comfortable beds; easy check-in/check-out. Perfect for our one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023