Businesses in Inverness & Western Shore
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Red Shoe Pub
Live Cape Breton music seven nights a week. Owned by the Rankin Sisters.
★★★★★ (957)Archer's Edge Luxury Camping
Self-contained glamping domes on the Ceilidh Trail
★★★★★ (57)Bear Paw Cottages
Stay at Bear Paw Cottages above Lake Ainslie near Inverness, offering fully equipped two-bedroom cottages with beach access and outdoor amenities.
★★★★★ (13)Beardmans Art House by the Sea
Book this 4½-star oceanfront vacation home in Judique with flower gardens, direct beach access, and room for up to 6 guests on Cape Breton Island.
★★★★★ (20)Brook Village Grocery
Shop local at this charming rural general store in Whycocomagh featuring homemade products and old-fashioned appeal.
★★★★★ (87)Cabot Bar
Dine at Cabot Bar overlooking the 18th hole at Cabot Links in Inverness, featuring locally caught seafood, Canadian beef, and curated wines.
★★★★★ (27)Cabot Cape Breton
Experience world-class golf at two top-100 courses, luxury oceanview accommodations, and upscale dining at this award-winning Cape Breton resort on a mile of
★★★★★ (685)Cabot Cliffs
Play Canada's #1 ranked golf course at Cabot Cliffs in Inverness, a walking-only links course carved along dramatic ocean cliffs with stunning coastal views.
★★★★★ (685)Cajun Cedar Log Cottages
Stay in rustic cedar log cottages across from the Margaree River with full kitchens, WiFi, and direct access to fishing, swimming, and hiking on the Cabot Tra
★★★★★ (45)Cape Breton Backcountry Adventure
Explore hidden valleys and coastal scenery on guided backcountry tours in Margaree Centre, designed for comfort and cultural discovery across Cape Breton.
★★★★★ (56)Cape Breton Lake Cottages
Stay in waterfront cottages on Lake Ainslie with private hot tubs, free kayaking, and access to Celtic Shores Coastal Trail near Inverness.
★★★★★ (18)Cape Breton Villas
Luxury villas seconds from Cabot Cape Breton golf
★★★★★ (38)Ceilidh Trail Motel
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Mabou with air-conditioned rooms, Wi-Fi, and easy access to beaches, golf courses, and local dining.
★★★★★ (27)Celtic Music Interpretive Centre
Experience Cape Breton's music and culture at Nova Scotia's official Celtic centre in Judique, featuring live ceilidhs, traditional food, and interactive exhi
★★★★★ (90)Chestico Museum & Historical Society
Explore Port Hood's maritime and mining heritage at this community museum featuring artifacts, archives, and historic collections since 1986.
★★★★★ (5)Colindale Beach Villas
Stay at luxury oceanside vacation homes on 50 acres in Port Hood with private beach access, nature trails and modern 3-bedroom villas near Cape Breton attract
★★★★★ (66)Coore’s Lobster Shack
Experience a classic Atlantic Canada lobster boil at Coore's Lobster Shack in Inverness, featuring fresh seafood, smoked meats, and outdoor games.
★★★★★ (40)Curious Collector
Browse rare books, vintage antiques, and eclectic collectibles at this 20-year-old shop in Blues Mills, Cape Breton near the Trans-Canada Highway.
★★★★★ (62)Doug Fraser Art Gallery
Tour Doug Fraser's working studio and sculpture garden in Inverness to see the renowned Cape Breton artist create landscapes and seascapes in oil on canvas.
★★★★★ (13)Duncreigan Country Inn of Mabou
Stay at this historic country inn in Mabou overlooking the harbour, with easy access to warm beaches, hiking trails, and Cabot Links golf courses.
★★★★★ (58)Eagle Eye Tours
Book bluefin tuna and deep sea fishing charters with Eagle Eye Tours in Inverness, featuring on-board lobster dinners and access to the Celtic Shores Coastal
★★★★★ (20)Egypt Falls
Hike to Egypt Falls, an 18-meter waterfall in Upper Margaree, Cape Breton, via a moderate 900m trail with stairs and guide ropes.
★★★★★ (576)Emily Sage Readings and Crystals
Experience eye readings, tarot, past life regression, and forest bathing rituals with Emily Sage in Inverness, Cape Breton.
★★★★★ (3)Fair Isle Motel
2.5-star · Whycocomagh
★★★★★ (150)Fiddle, Stepdance and Gaelic Lessons – Celtic Music Interpretive Centre
Learn Scottish Gaelic, fiddle, stepdance, and piano from June to October at this Judique music school offering beginner lessons for all ages.
★★★★★ (90)Galloping Cows Fine Foods
Browse artisan jams, salsas, and chutneys at this Port Hood retail shop with a field-grown garden, then explore nearby beaches.
★★★★★ (15)Gillies by the Sea
Stay at Gillies by the Sea in Port Hood with queen rooms and a pet-friendly apartment, featuring free WiFi, breakfast, and private parking.
★★★★★ (17)Glamping off the Beaton Path
Book a glamping tent in Inverness with Gulf of St. Lawrence views, fully equipped with beds, kitchen supplies, and sunset verandas.
★★★★★ (63)Hillcrest Hall Country Inn
Stay at this historic 1910 mansion turned elegant country inn in Port Hood with 11 rooms, harbour views, and complimentary breakfast.
★★★★★ (87)Ice Cream Shop
Enjoy hard ice cream flavours, soft serve, and homemade waffle cones at this Ice Cream Shop on the Cabot Trail in North East Margaree.
★★★★★ (27)Interactive Exhibit Room – Celtic Music Interpretive Centre
Explore Cape Breton's Celtic music heritage at this interactive exhibit room in Judique, featuring custom displays designed to introduce you to authentic loca
★★★★★ (90)Inverness Adventures E-Bike Rentals
Rent e-bikes in Inverness to explore the 92 km Celtic Shores Coastal Trail, a scenic multi-use path perfect for 2-3 hour adventures through Cape Breton.
★★★★★ (25)Inverness County Centre for the Arts
Explore galleries, live performances, and workshops at this regional arts hub in Inverness, Cape Breton, overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
★★★★★ (43)Kayak, paddleboard, canoe rentals & tours
Paddle the famous Margaree River on Cape Breton with guided tours or solo rentals ranging from half-day to multi-day adventures.
★★★★★ (4)Keltic Quay Cottages and Bayside Lounge
Stay at Keltic Quay's lakeside cottages on the Bras d'Or Lakes in Whycocomagh, featuring year-round suites with water views, fireplaces and full kitchens.
★★★★★ (158)La Provence Bakery & Cafe
Enjoy authentic French pastries and specialty coffee at La Provence Bakery & Cafe in Whycocomagh, with vegan and gluten-free options available.
★★★★★ (62)Lakeland Cottages
Mixed cottages and chalet at Broad Cove near Inverness
★★★★★ (13)Live Life In Tents
Book a unique glamping and adventure experience at Live Life In Tents in Margaree Forks, Cape Breton, with rental gear and tailored outdoor packages.
★★★★★ (455)Lunch Ceilidhs – Celtic Music Interpretive Centre
Enjoy lunch with live traditional Celtic music at Cape Breton's Ceilidh Pub in Judique, featuring house-made seafood chowder and local craft beer.
★★★★★ (90)Mabou Freshmart
Shop Mabou Freshmart for fresh groceries, meat, produce, and prepared food in Mabou, Cape Breton. Open 7 days a week.
★★★★★ (153)Mabou River Inn
Stay at Mabou River Inn on Cape Breton's Ceilidh Trail near West Mabou Beach, featuring rooms with private baths, hot breakfast, and a licensed restaurant.
★★★★★ (147)MacDonald House Museum
Explore a 19th century gothic farmhouse with heritage exhibits, farm machinery, and a restored schoolhouse overlooking Lake Ainslie on Cape Breton Island.
★★★★★ (5)MacKinnon’s Campground
Camp on Lake Ainslie at MacKinnon's Campground in Whycocomagh with 21 overnight sites, heated pool, kayak rentals, and daily loon and eagle sightings.
★★★★★ (104)Mike’s E Bikes
Rent electric mountain bikes in Port Hood and ride the scenic Celtic Shores Coastal Trail with professional training and family-friendly trailers available.
★★★★★ (93)Mother of Sorrows Pioneer Shrine
Visit the Mother of Sorrows Pioneer Shrine, a miniature pioneer church in Mabou dedicated to Our Lady of Seven Sorrows and local pioneers.
★★★★★ (18)Northeast Cove Geodomes
Four waterfront geodomes on Mabou Harbour
★★★★★ (54)Old Miller Trout Farm Guest House
Stay at this two-bedroom cottage in South West Margaree, near the Cabot Trail, with U-Fish trout pond access and proximity to hiking, whale watching, and golf
★★★★★ (23)Old Miller Trout Farm U Fish
Fish for Rainbow Trout at this stocked pond in Margaree, Cape Breton—catch and keep daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with equipment rentals available.
★★★★★ (23)Quincy Street Market
Shop locally made gifts, art and crafts at Quincy Street Market in Inverness, featuring curated collaborations with Cape Breton artisans and live music events
★★★★★ (19)SeaSky Cottages
Book oceanfront cedar cottages in Margaree Harbour with epic sea views, wildlife sightings, and access to hiking, beaches, and the Cabot Trail.
★★★★★ (1)Storyteller’s Gallery
Explore Scottish, French and Mi'kmaq heritage at Storyteller's Gallery in Judique, featuring photos, books, genealogy research and live ceilidh music on Cape
★★★★★ (2)Storytellers’ Gallery Suite
Stay in a renovated mining house suite above Judique's Historical Society with Celtic Shores Trail and Music Centre within walking distance.
★★★★★ (2)Strathspey Performing Arts Centre
Catch live theatre and international performers at this 488-seat professional venue in Mabou Station, Cape Breton's premier performing arts destination.
★★★★★ (48)The Annex Inverness
Dine at The Annex in Inverness, a new bar and restaurant celebrating local, in-season ingredients in a seaside setting.
★★★★★ (248)The Cameron House Cottage: Live Life In Tents
Stay at this newly renovated riverside cottage on the Cabot Trail in Margaree, sleeping 6 guests with direct access to hiking trails and 4 local beaches.
★★★★★ (455)The Corner Store by missbrenna
Visit The Corner Store by missbrenna in Inverness for fresh coffee, baked goods, local gifts, and artisan goods with deck seating on Cape Breton Island.
★★★★★ (29)The Dancing Goat Cafe & Bakery
Stop at this made-from-scratch roadside café in Margaree Valley for fresh breads, artisanal sandwiches, soups, and quality lattes along the Cabot Trail.
★★★★★ (1046)The Fiddle and The Sea B&B
Stay at this oceanfront B&B in Port Hood with water view breakfasts, bicycle amenities, and easy access to Celtic Shores Coastal Trail and sandy beaches.
★★★★★ (91)The Glendyer Bed and Breakfast
Stay at this charming heritage bed and breakfast near Mabou with three ensuite rooms, hot breakfast, and direct access to the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail.
★★★★★ (29)The Intervale
Book The Intervale in Judique for private group retreats, weddings, team building, and wellness getaways with 12 suites and full event programming.
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