Name: Fairmont House Bed & Breakfast
Address: 654 Main Street, Mahone Bay, Canada, Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, CA
Price range: $163–$179 per night
Rating: 9.37

What guests think

Fairmont House Bed & Breakfast is a charming historic B&B in Mahone Bay where guests consistently praise the warm, hands-on hosts, exceptionally good and varied cooked-to-order breakfasts, very clean, comfortable rooms, and a convenient, walkable waterfront location.

Guests also note the building's age, with multiple stairs, some uneven entry steps, and a few compact or awkward bathrooms that may challenge those with mobility issues. Overall, it's a relaxed, low-key base in a character-filled house.

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Facilities

Historic property with off-street parking. Several reviews note numerous stairs and some uneven front steps or high tubs that may challenge guests with mobility issues.

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Linda

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A quirky 1800’s house in a charming little town. Hosts were friendly, accommodating, available! Good meal at the pub across the street on their waterfront deck. Good stop close to Lunenburg. Steps up to our room (we’re in our 70’s) and host jumped in and carried our bags - whew! Would definitely come back.

10

Tatjana

Jan 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Fairmont is a lovely historic property with all of the charm of a period house. I appreciated that pur room was next to a sitting room with a fridge, wine glasses, and napkins. Having a fresh set of towels every day was also greatly appreciated. Thomas and Michael were wonderful hosts. The breakfast was phenomenal, with locally sourced food, and plentiful.

10

Susan

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Didnt like the stairs but manager was quick to offer to take my case up to our room. Very helpful all the time.

10

Marc

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy to walk to and from , off street parking is a plus .

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Richard A

Apr 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely Bed and Breakfast close to everything. If you have mobility issues, quite a few stairs and steps and we found the tub too high to get in and did not have a grab bar. The owner was very friendly and helpful and we had a nice breakfast.

10

Victor

Sep 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly hosts. Great breakfast and good location. Comfortable room. Front steps need some maintenace.

10

paula

Aug 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful place to stay. The hosts were friendly and helpful. The house is well kept and beautiful

8

Gordon

Oct 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

How’s the resort location I guess you get what you pay for. The entry steps were very uneven but that was balanced by a wonderful breakfast provided by the hosts. The property is self seemed a bit rundown.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and bathrooms are repeatedly described as very clean and well kept. A few guests mentioned exterior wear like uneven or aging steps, but interior cleanliness was consistently high.

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Lauren

Jul 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our room (and the whole property) was beautiful and extremely clean, and staff was very hospitable. Breakfast was delicious (especially the banana bread!). This place is cozy, charming, and exceedingly comfortable. Would love to stay here again.

10

shannon

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely accommodation…clean, quiet, comfortable. Mike is very friendly and accommodating and goes above to welcome guests. Will definitely stay again…beautiful community!

10

Erin

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Best breakfast we have had so far! Lots of options, cooked to order hot foods, fresh fruits etc. Really pretty room and spotless bathroom too. Thank you Thomas and Michael we will send friends your way !

10

Cindy

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Awesome property! Beautifully maintained!! The hosts were very welcoming, friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable and the attached bathroom spacious and clean as well. Breakfast was served in the beautiful dining room and catered to every need and want, from fruits and breads to cereal and pancakes or full traditional bacon/sausage, eggs and toast all made to order. We would certainly stay again when in the area. Highly recommend!

10

Greg

Sep 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, excellent host, great breakfast and company

10

paula

Aug 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful place to stay. The hosts were friendly and helpful. The house is well kept and beautiful

10

Tom

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The accommodation was excellent and very clean. Our hosts were friendly and easy to chat with. Breakfast was 5 star! Can't think of anything to fault!! 5 stars

10

Murray

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We really enjoyed our stay at Fairmont House B&B. The owners were very friendly and made us feel at home. Our room was excellent with a comfortable king bed and a large private bathroom. Breakfast was exceptional with hot food made to order plus a wide variety of fresh fruit, cereal, etc. Our expectations were exceeded and we would highly recommend this property.

10

Mark

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely place. Very clean. Hosts were incredibly gracious. Breakfast was fantastic. Great location. Absolutely nothing negative to say.

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Gordon

Oct 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

How’s the resort location I guess you get what you pay for. The entry steps were very uneven but that was balanced by a wonderful breakfast provided by the hosts. The property is self seemed a bit rundown.

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Rooms

Comfortable, characterful rooms in a heritage house, with some offering water views and ensuite bathrooms. Several reviews note compact bathrooms and occasional awkward layouts such as steps up or low headroom.

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Ken

Apr 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The breakfast choices included a delicious variety of fresh fruit bowls, yogurt (homemade?), fantastic homemade banana bread, juices, caraffe of coffee or teapot, cooked to order eggs, bacon and toast. Everything was delicious and service was excellent. The room was clean, charming and bed /mattress was very comfortable. We had a great sleep. We had a lovely two night stay and will definitely return in the future. A real gem in a lovely town.

10

Lauren

Jul 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our room (and the whole property) was beautiful and extremely clean, and staff was very hospitable. Breakfast was delicious (especially the banana bread!). This place is cozy, charming, and exceedingly comfortable. Would love to stay here again.

10

Colleen

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Such a beautiful b and b. Michael and Thomas were amazing hosts. Our room was lovely and super clean with a view of the water. Their breakfasts were made to order with eggs, bacon or sausage and a variety of fruits, toast and delicious banana bread. A wonderful bed and breakfast experience. Walking distance to everything. Wished we had stayed longer. Thank you

10

Nancy

Jul 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Tom was really sweet. He had great recommendations for dinner. The breakfast was great too. The room was comfortable and nicely put together. We had a great night!

8

Mike

Sep 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice building and comfortable room.

10

Christina

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Having an ensuite bath to ourselves was nice. Michael is an excellent host. Breakfast was delightful.

10

noah

Jun 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely experience and a great breakfast. Bed was comfortable the room was great. Would stay here again.

10

Andrew

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Small, historic B&B in a good location. Phenomenal breakfast, hot choices are freshly cooked, lots of fruit, yoghurt, cereal, jams etc. Richard and Thomas are friendly, helpful hosts. The queen room does have a tiny bathroom with a step up to enter, but works fine. It also has a small roof light with no curtain/blind so if light disturbs you, you may want an eyemask

10

Murray

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We really enjoyed our stay at Fairmont House B&B. The owners were very friendly and made us feel at home. Our room was excellent with a comfortable king bed and a large private bathroom. Breakfast was exceptional with hot food made to order plus a wide variety of fresh fruit, cereal, etc. Our expectations were exceeded and we would highly recommend this property.

10

Gary

May 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Place was in a great location. Very clean and the host was friendly. The bed was good but the pillows were terrible, which would be my only complaint.

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Service

Hosts are widely praised as warm, welcoming, and helpful, often sharing local tips and assisting with luggage. Feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with one review noting they seemed a bit tired.

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david

Oct 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The gentlemen running this B&B have been doing it for many long years. They go through the motions well but it is clear they need a break!

10

Dean

Jun 21, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The host made many, very good, suggestions for food and entertainment. Knew the area well and was quite willing to help with ensuring our stay enjoyable. Would stay again in a heartbeat. Thanks! Dean

10

Jennifer

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Michael and Thomas were friendly and attentive hosts. They made our short stay at their B&B very memorable. We enjoyed our breakfasts at their home and meeting other guests.

10

Linda

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A quirky 1800’s house in a charming little town. Hosts were friendly, accommodating, available! Good meal at the pub across the street on their waterfront deck. Good stop close to Lunenburg. Steps up to our room (we’re in our 70’s) and host jumped in and carried our bags - whew! Would definitely come back.

10

Matthew

Jul 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a lovely B&B in Mahone Bay. Our host, Michael, is extremely thoughtful and went to great lengths to ensure that our stay was simply excellent. The breakfast was phenomenal and included a huge selection of locally sources items. I would highly recommend the Fairmont House to anyone staying in the area.

10

Susan

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Didnt like the stairs but manager was quick to offer to take my case up to our room. Very helpful all the time.

10

Keith

Jun 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Really good breakfast. Choice of Homemade frittata, eggs, bacon, sausage, cereal, toast homemade jams and salsa, fresh fruit, cheeses or all the above. Comfortable beds. Our host Michael did a great job and made us feel at home. Would highly recommend.

10

Timmy

Oct 19, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff and service was amazing. Very personable and professional. Would definitely stay there again.

10

Cindy

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Awesome property! Beautifully maintained!! The hosts were very welcoming, friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable and the attached bathroom spacious and clean as well. Breakfast was served in the beautiful dining room and catered to every need and want, from fruits and breads to cereal and pancakes or full traditional bacon/sausage, eggs and toast all made to order. We would certainly stay again when in the area. Highly recommend!

10

Lyle

Jun 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our host Mike was outstanding. Very friendly and welcoming. The breakfasts he made were delicious. Great variety. Rooms were very comfortable. Very clean property. Loved the heritage aspect of the property. Would definitely recommend.

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Location

Central Mahone Bay setting that is walkable to restaurants, shops, and the waterfront, with some rooms overlooking the bay. Guests consistently appreciate the convenience for exploring the town.

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Frank

Sep 17, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Location was good for walks to restaurants. Breakfast had a good variety of fruits. Breads and cereals. Made to order eggs and pancakes.

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Michael

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super friendly host, great location, easy walk to multiple shops

10

Colleen

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Such a beautiful b and b. Michael and Thomas were amazing hosts. Our room was lovely and super clean with a view of the water. Their breakfasts were made to order with eggs, bacon or sausage and a variety of fruits, toast and delicious banana bread. A wonderful bed and breakfast experience. Walking distance to everything. Wished we had stayed longer. Thank you

10

Marc

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy to walk to and from , off street parking is a plus .

10

William

Sep 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property owners bent over backwards to make us welcome. They loved our small dog. the breakfast was amazing and fresh and they give you a choice of options. I give it a 2 thumbs up 👍👍 the location is great with a view of Mahone Bay.

10

Caroline

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a wonderful stay , our room was perfect after a long day of sightseeing.Mahone Bay is such a cozy little town to have an evening stroll after dinner and the breakfast was delicious with many choices :) Highly recommend

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Gloria

Oct 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Walkable to most everything.

10

Andrew

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Small, historic B&B in a good location. Phenomenal breakfast, hot choices are freshly cooked, lots of fruit, yoghurt, cereal, jams etc. Richard and Thomas are friendly, helpful hosts. The queen room does have a tiny bathroom with a step up to enter, but works fine. It also has a small roof light with no curtain/blind so if light disturbs you, you may want an eyemask

10

Earl

Sep 1, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

We loved our stay at Fairmont House B&B! Fantastic staff and service and very convenient location right on waterfront of Mahone Bay. Michael and Thomas serve a delicious breakfast every morning that surpasses any restaurant in the area and the rooms are comfy, clean and have a great view. Highly recommend and we will be back again!

10

Mark

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely place. Very clean. Hosts were incredibly gracious. Breakfast was fantastic. Great location. Absolutely nothing negative to say.

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Dining

Breakfast is consistently praised for quality and variety, with cooked-to-order hot dishes alongside fresh fruit, breads, pancakes, and house baking like banana bread. Many guests call it the best of their trip.

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Ken

Apr 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The breakfast choices included a delicious variety of fresh fruit bowls, yogurt (homemade?), fantastic homemade banana bread, juices, caraffe of coffee or teapot, cooked to order eggs, bacon and toast. Everything was delicious and service was excellent. The room was clean, charming and bed /mattress was very comfortable. We had a great sleep. We had a lovely two night stay and will definitely return in the future. A real gem in a lovely town.

10

Tatjana

Jan 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Fairmont is a lovely historic property with all of the charm of a period house. I appreciated that pur room was next to a sitting room with a fridge, wine glasses, and napkins. Having a fresh set of towels every day was also greatly appreciated. Thomas and Michael were wonderful hosts. The breakfast was phenomenal, with locally sourced food, and plentiful.

10

Erin

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Best breakfast we have had so far! Lots of options, cooked to order hot foods, fresh fruits etc. Really pretty room and spotless bathroom too. Thank you Thomas and Michael we will send friends your way !

10

Karleen

Sep 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Hot breakfast made to order, very good selection for cold breakfast as well. Excellent coffee.

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Keith

Jun 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Really good breakfast. Choice of Homemade frittata, eggs, bacon, sausage, cereal, toast homemade jams and salsa, fresh fruit, cheeses or all the above. Comfortable beds. Our host Michael did a great job and made us feel at home. Would highly recommend.

10

Gene

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lots of variety for breakfast. Was delicious!

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Cindy

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Awesome property! Beautifully maintained!! The hosts were very welcoming, friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable and the attached bathroom spacious and clean as well. Breakfast was served in the beautiful dining room and catered to every need and want, from fruits and breads to cereal and pancakes or full traditional bacon/sausage, eggs and toast all made to order. We would certainly stay again when in the area. Highly recommend!

10

Marc

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Plus a fabulous breakfast with all of the options one might wish for.

10

Murray

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We really enjoyed our stay at Fairmont House B&B. The owners were very friendly and made us feel at home. Our room was excellent with a comfortable king bed and a large private bathroom. Breakfast was exceptional with hot food made to order plus a wide variety of fresh fruit, cereal, etc. Our expectations were exceeded and we would highly recommend this property.

10

Bernadette

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely perfect. The breafast was delicious and a great selection.

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Fairmont House Bed & Breakfast

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Water View)

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