Name: Glenghorm Beach Resort
Address: 36743 Cabot Trail, Ingonish, Canada, Ingonish, Victoria County, CA
Price range: US$156–US$233 per night
Rating: 7.47

What guests think

At Glenghorm Beach Resort, travellers consistently praise the scenic oceanfront setting and easy access to a beautiful beach, while noting friendly staff and generally clean, spacious accommodations, but also report dated buildings, maintenance issues, and variable dining and seasonal closures.

Some guests appreciated room upgrades, pet-friendly policies, and helpful tips from staff about the area. Common drawbacks include hard mattresses, thin walls, dim rooms, and occasional problems with water pressure or hot water. In a few areas, access down to the beach is tricky due to breakwalls or uneven paths. Best suited to travelers prioritizing a beachside atmosphere over modern finishes.

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Facilities

Private beachfront setting is a highlight, with BBQs and an on-site pub/restaurant, though hours vary and close in the off season. Several reviews note that getting down to parts of the beach can be difficult due to seawalls or erosion.

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ray

17 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good location with its own private beach, free breakfast. The room is spacious and clean. The resort seems to be understaffed, there is only one receptionist taking care of all the checkin/checkout as well as guest request, and only one waitress for breakfast service

6

William

19 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was not well kept up and no direct access to beach/

6

John

14 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property has a restaurant on site. We ate there once for dinner. It was good. They have a breakfast for purchse which we also did; we didn't feel that was very goood for the price. It was the kind of breakfast available at chain hotels that are available and included in the room price. The pub on site was a nice respite at the end of a touring day. The staff were all very friendly.

10

Jonathon

4 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I’ve been traveling to the Cabot trail for decades, the area itself is somewhat remote with no adjacency to city centres but the scenery is unmatched. We stayed in cabin F, had a coffee maker and fridge with a bbq available for each room in the cabin. It’s a minute walk to a fantastic beach where you can catch a pretty fantastic sun rise. The sunsets behind the property over the water which is also beautiful but to see the sun come up over the cliffs with the keltic lodge and Cape Smokey in the distance is pretty amazing. There is a restaurant on site we didn’t get a chance to stop in but it close to some great little stops along the trail.

4

sharon

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very outdated, no access to the beach

10

Manu

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice beach front property with access to a private beach. Each room had access to a bbq, which was great. The beach was a great sandy beach

10

Annie

23 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great restaurant

2

Cheyenne

23 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I booked two rooms for a getaway with friends. Their room had not been cleaned, there was no fire alarm. Their porch had cigarette butts and Pepsi bottles. Their room had not been cleaned and their pillows smelled dirty. My room, had a hole through to the outside. The deadbolt wouldn’t lock. You can hear everything in the rooms above you. The bed was ROCKHARD and when I sat on it, it broke. When I looked down it was clear it had been broken a while based on the damage to the floor. I did not address it until the morning because of the time we went to bed. I understand they are renovating but this place needs a complete gut with new beds. We asked to talk to someone the next day and have yet to be contacted about it. Beautiful beach but difficult to get down to.

4

Teresa

3 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This property would’ve been lovey in its hey day but now it is run down, in need of a lot of work, for the cost it was very disappointing . Our building was 70 years old and it showed in the bathroom and the balcony seemed unsafe. The room itself was ok. The beach is the best thing about the property, ABSOLUTELY beautiful. Unfortunately very unsafe getting down to it, especially if older or have mobility issues.

6

Charles

25 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property was a lovely location, but poorly maintained. The laundry was filthy and piles of trash dotted parts of the property. The bathrooms were poorly done with fixtures hanging on the wall with caulk. Has promise, but kind of a dump right now.

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Cleanliness

Feedback is inconsistent: many guests found rooms very clean, while others reported musty odors, stained or dated carpets, pests, and occasional bathroom mold or drainage issues.

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Tanya Marie

4 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I thought this was a lovely place. Beautiful beach area. a little dated but very clean and staff was very friendly at check in. Dog friendly which we liked also. Very spacious room. Bed was a little hard for me but I would stay here again. Very convenient location for our hikes.

4

Roland

7 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

On arrival the first room had a smell mouldy and dampness. We asked for a second room, the only room left was more expensive in another 3 unit building. Upon arrival still some dampness but better than the first so we took it. After settling in we noticed couch and chair was not cleaned from the previous occupants. When the occupants of the upper unit arrived they were very noisy, we could hear running and if they were moving furniture. In the morning a woman waking her dog crossed on our front porch and looked inside and looked surprised that someone was there. By the time I opened the door, she was gone, don’t know if she was from the other 2 units. At checkout there was a large crowd and we dropped off the keys and left.we would not recommend or return to this property.

4

Yimang

15 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Facility is too old, and smell bad in the room

4

Jen

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Photos on the website were misleading, the room we stayed at had a water leak at the door, earwigs in the bathroom, dust bunnies in the corners. There was a damp stale odour when we first opened the door. Not usually complainers, but this resort did not live up to the images portrayed online. We stayed at several motels and sadly this was a disappointment. The staff were nice and friendly, and the towels were also very nice. The beach was picturesque however inaccessible because of a break wall and no stairs. We were athletic enough to jump down and climb up, but we saw other disappointed guests who were unable to enjoy the beach. Lovely area but would not recommend.

10

Charie

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff are nice. Our room is prestine and we even get a room upgrade for free.

10

Deborah

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was dated but very clean. Very pet friendly.

10

Gillian

16 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in process, quick access to the beach with ana amazing ocean view. Very clean rooms!!!! Staff were very friendly and knowledgeable about area amenities.

6

John

4 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Generally clean. Bathroom ceiling paint flaking and had the appearance of mold. Bathroom sink drained slowly. Buffet breakfast below average. Better to go out for breakfast. Dining room average for dinner.

2

Gord

8 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This place is a dump. Room was filthy and smelly. Recommendation : Pray, Pray, Pray for a category 5 hurricane; collect the insurance; then plan for a different vocation.

6

Qing

20 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room had a smell, not sure if it’s because of the moisture from the sea. couch had stains and the green rug seems old.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious with some ocean views, but decor is dated, lighting can be dim, soundproofing is weak, and beds are often very firm or uncomfortable.

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Laura

25 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room we stayed in needed updating and the beach front seemed neglected. There was a fun bar on site and a good breakfast was provided.

6

Cindy

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful property on the ocean. Old dated rooms, and not sound proof at all. However it’s a decent price for the night.

6

Sandra

4 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beach and reception/helpfulness were excellent. Beds in the motel need new mattresses. We felt like we were sleeping on a box spring!

4

Mike

7 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The walls in the lodge were paper thin. Could here every word from neighbours as if we were in same room

6

Darrel

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The view from the cabin was lovely. Unfortunately the floor sloped and the bed was on a slant. The shower was tiny. The bed felt like you were lying on cardboard on concrete.

10

Gillian

16 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in process, quick access to the beach with ana amazing ocean view. Very clean rooms!!!! Staff were very friendly and knowledgeable about area amenities.

4

Joyce

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was the darkest hotel room I have ever been in. Two small table lamps in addition to the bathroom light. The one window was on the sidewalk so no privacy if you left it open. Very disappointing experience.

8

Dennis

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

rooms dated but roomy and would stay again

10

Sarah

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place was lovely. Staff was great. Beautiful sandy beach. Our room was very spacious. We would absolutely book here again

10

Harpreet

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good spot near beach. Very spacious rooms everything was available that we need for stay

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with upgrades and late check-in support noted; a few guests reported poor management interactions.

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Pat

30 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Frontline staff at the reception office is exceptional

8

Sarah

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice spot near the water. Staff very friendly and helpful.

10

Charie

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff are nice. Our room is prestine and we even get a room upgrade for free.

10

Shawn

31 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was really peaceful with beautiful scenery. The beach was amazing and staff were great!

10

Bruce

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly and helpful staff

6

John

14 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property has a restaurant on site. We ate there once for dinner. It was good. They have a breakfast for purchse which we also did; we didn't feel that was very goood for the price. It was the kind of breakfast available at chain hotels that are available and included in the room price. The pub on site was a nice respite at the end of a touring day. The staff were all very friendly.

10

Jean-Henri

23 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We booked a double room and they upgraded us to a queen suite near the beach!! Loved it!!

10

Brian

25 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was staying in off season and checking in late. The staff stayed late to accommodate my check in. Extremely friendly and helpful. Their restaurant is closed outside of the peak season but they were able to give me information about several other nearby options

2

Nagaraj

9 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms smell bad, washroom not working, manager rude

10

Debbie

14 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were very accommodating when we expressed our concerns with the first room that we were provided. They provided upgraded accommodation that was very pleasant and we were not charged more. It was the beginning of the season so restaurant on site was not open. Was a beautiful location right on the water. In better weather we would have been able to enjoy it more.

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Location

Scenic oceanfront base on the Cabot Trail, close to beaches and hikes. Restaurants and services typically require a short drive.

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Don

29 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is still recovering from hurricane Fiona so there are still some areas that need rebuilding, but overall this is a nice reasonable place to stay. Location right on the ocean can’t be beat!

8

Robert

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location very good within walking distance to beach Room was comfortable enough for one night stay Very clean

8

Pam

20 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location. On a beautiful beach.

10

Ken

23 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice location near water staff friendly and helpful room large and clean.

8

robert

10 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I had a balcony with a view of the Bay. Sandy beach on property.

8

Naveen

27 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed in a cottage. Rustic and basic but very clean, fully stocked and comfortable. Best part was the location with a beautiful view right on the beach. A bit expensive for what it is but would consider returning in the future.

6

Tiffany

12 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property was decent. The area was not within walking distance of any restaurant's but it was all a quick drive. The laundromat was handy to wash our beach towels. Room was basic but good enough for the night.

10

Saliya

3 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, great people

8

Kenneth

4 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very close to cabot trail

10

James

11 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I absolutely loved this place, and I wish I had been here for more than just one night. The room was beautiful, it had a balcony, and I could see the Atlantic Ocean at a distance from my balcony. It was walkable down to the ocean the next morning for sunrise. The night that I checked in, the restaurant had already closed, but the pub was still going. Despite that, the pub was able to serve me lobster fettuccine, which was one of the best dinners I had on my trip. The beach resort is also close to the Cape Breton Highlands National Park visitor center in Ingonish, and it was close to two hikes that I wanted to do: Middle Head and Franey Trails. I was able to complete both hikes by 9:30 AM in perfect weather with maximum solitude.

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Dining

On-site dining and the pub receive mixed reviews: some enjoyed good dinners and live music, while others found food average or breakfast poor value, and availability can be limited or closed in the off season.

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Elizabeth

26 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was OK and clean, but dated. Easy access to the Water saved the day for this property. Dinner in the hotel dining room was below average. There are many better choices nearby.

2

Gregory

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Glenghorm is very tired and only a shadow of its former self. Our bed was literally about 30 years old and very hard and there was almost no water pressure. This was discussed with staff with no resolution. Breakfast is not included and costs $15 per person. Regrettably this was as disappointing as the room. The selection was very poor and we literally had to make our own pot of coffee in order to have coffee ;-( Yikes Sorry folks, this is a thumbs down after paying $209 for a night.

8

ray

17 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good location with its own private beach, free breakfast. The room is spacious and clean. The resort seems to be understaffed, there is only one receptionist taking care of all the checkin/checkout as well as guest request, and only one waitress for breakfast service

6

John

14 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property has a restaurant on site. We ate there once for dinner. It was good. They have a breakfast for purchse which we also did; we didn't feel that was very goood for the price. It was the kind of breakfast available at chain hotels that are available and included in the room price. The pub on site was a nice respite at the end of a touring day. The staff were all very friendly.

6

James

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property and location were both excellent. The staff were also very friendly. The bar & restaurant in the evening were well staffed and the food was good. We also had live entertainment and he was very good. The location near to the beach was superb and we enjoyed the morning walk at the beach. The only negative was the breakfast. The choice was poor, the only hot food was tinned sausage and powdered scrambled egg, these were in short supply and we had to be quick of the mark as the sausages arrived in batches of 6. We were a party of 5. The hot water urn was tepid at best. The breakfast was not value for money.

10

Pierre

13 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very helpful and very courteous. Breakfast options were very good.

6

David

25 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Restaurant was closed while website stated it was open until 9pm. No other options at that time of evening. Resort was moving to off season status and should reduce their room rates. Doors and windows need replacing and plumbing upgrades.

10

Annie

23 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great restaurant

8

Blaine

2 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What a hidden gem. Our room was very clean and comfortable. A short walk to the beach. The dining was incredible. I had the best seafood platter ever! It was loaded with mussels with huge scallops and shrimp. The pasta was full of delicious smaller scallops and shrimp. Incredible! My wife enjoyed her haddock dinner. After supper we went downstairs to the bar and enjoyed live music. We would certainly go back again!

8

Edward

17 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was comfortable but has been well used. I found the bed ok the first night but hard the second. Breakfast was good but cost extra. I’d give Glenghorm 6.5/10.

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Month	Average price
January	US$121
February	US$124
March	US$150
April	US$141
May	US$132
June	US$136
July	US$177
August	US$169
September	US$140
October	US$139
November	US$118
December	US$121

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18	19 $156
20	21 $156	22 $156	23 $156	24 $156	25 $156	26 $156
27 $156	28 $156	29 $156	30 $156

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $165	2 $165	3
4 $165	5 $165	6 $165	7 $165	8 $165	9 $233	10
11	12 $165	13 $203	14 $165	15 $165	16 $165	17 $166
18 $156	19 $156	20 $156	21 $156	22 $156	23 $156	24 $156
25	26	27	28	29	30	31

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