In Cape Breton Highlands National Park .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Middle Head Trailhead and Highlands Links. Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Franey Mountain are also within 3 miles (5 km).
What's nearby
Middle Head Trailhead - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Highlands Links - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Acadian Trail - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Ski Cape Smokey - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
Groovy Goat Farm - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
Getting around
Sydney, NS (YQY) - 115 min drive
Restaurants
Coastal Waters Restaurant - 9 min drive
Main Street Restaurant & Bakery - 6 min drive
Seagull Restaurant - 11 min drive
Salty Rose's and the Periwinkle Cafe - 11 min drive
Brookside Drive-In - 10 min drive
About this property
Keltic Lodge At The Highlands
Golf hotel near Middle Head Trailhead
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, spa services, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Keltic Lodge At The Highlands. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cape Breton Highlands National Park hotel.
109 guestrooms or units
2 dining venues
Charging station for electric cars
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Front desk (24 hours)
Concierge
Gift shop
Smoking in designated areas
Bar or lounge
Keltic Lodge At The Highlands offers 109 accommodations with irons/ironing boards. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 15 to 30 per person
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
Things to do
18-hole adjacent golf course
Golf carts
Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
No elevator
Room amenities
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
More
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CAD 15.00 to 30.00 per person
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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; cash is not accepted
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. Cash is not accepted.
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-04031642437545142-383
We should mention
The seasonal pool will open July 01 and close October 01.
Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Keltic Lodge At The Highlands Hotel
Keltic Lodge At The Highlands Ingonish Beach
Keltic Lodge At The Highlands Hotel Ingonish Beach
Keltic Lodge At The Highlands Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This is a little overdue, however I definitely wanted to post this. So I rolled in here on Friday February 2nd for a skiing weekend at Cape Smokey, and was due to check out Sunday morning February 4th...but after 120 cm of snow over the weekend, I didn't get out until February 6th. All I can say is that the staff were absolutely outstanding in what must have been a difficult situation for them in what was one of the worst snowstorms in decades. I recently heard that the main lodge is closing to be revamped, and would otherwise recommend The Keltic Lodge in a heartbeat.
Many, many thanks!
The hotel is in unique location, remoted area with the trail next to the hotel. Room was clean but a little "tired", it is 80s,not modern. Ocean view was more like view of poles, but because of snow piles in front of the windows at least there was no need to curtain them. The restaurant is in a seperate building, the food is tasty, a lot of food on the plate. Hot tub outside is amazing experience in the cold weather but it might be occupied so it is better to come in the morning. Spa services should be booked ahead.
The staff was very responsive and great. We were there after a major snow storm so we did not get the massages that we had scheduled because the staff could not get in. This was understandable but a little disappointment with our plans.
However, we had a great time and enjoyed our stay and again the staff was exceptional.
A huge shout out of appreciation needs to be made to the staff of the Keltic Lodge! We were booked in for a weekend of skiing and from the beginning it was obvious that the staff wanted you to be comfortable and taken care of. As it turned out, we happened to be there during the biggest snow storm in decades! Usually, Keltic is closed on Sundays and Mondays, but instead of sending us into the blizzard to fend for ourselves, and to give the smaller winter staff a well deserved break, they all went above and beyond to help us feel safe and secure. They offered an extremely reasonable rate to stay put and made sure we were well nourished! Amazing! (Claire- you did a stellar job in an unprecedented situation- a leader extraordinaire.)
Besides all that, our room was recently renovated and lovely, what food and drinks we had were delicious, and the musical entertainment was A-1!
I enjoy staying at The Keltic Lodge as the views are amazing & the staff is great too.
This trip that internet , the television and the phones were not working.
Lovely property in beautiful setting. We stayed in the Corson House, centrally located on the property. One of the two restaurants (which offered vegan options--YAY) was conveniently across the main road. The well-appointed spa--where we happily took advantage of friendly, professional services--was next door. Our comfortable room had three large windows overlooking the restaurant and water.
We had looked forward to relaxing and listening to live music in the Highland Sitting Room in the main lodge building; however, we found it closed for the season.
Would definitely go back.
Karen
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Beverly
Travelled with partner
Oct 22, 2023
The property is stunning. Amazing views everywhere you look. Good size rooms and updated features.
Beverly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
2/10 Terrible
Karina, Milford
Oct 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The main lodge was fairly loud so neither of us slept well - can’t say it was worth the price. Nice location and beautiful views though.