Name: The Dockside Inn & Restaurant
Address: 84 Montague Street, Lunenburg Waterfront, Lunenburg, Canada, Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, CA
Price range: $218–$292 per night
Rating: 7.9

What guests think

The Dockside Inn & Restaurant delivers spectacular harbour views and spacious suites right on the waterfront, but it’s a heritage property with steep stairs and no elevator, limited street or paid parking, and some dated furnishings and finishes.

Service is frequently described as warm and helpful, though a few guests encountered understaffing or difficulty reaching staff for check-in or assistance. Rooms are generally large, often with kitchens and postcard views, but some guests noted hard or aging mattresses, noise from nearby equipment or the restaurant, and low ceilings that can be tricky for taller people. The on-site restaurant earns strong feedback for seafood and convenience, although hours can be limited at times. Best for travellers who value character and scenery over full-service features.

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Facilities

Heritage building with no elevator and several flights of stairs. On-site restaurant is a highlight, while parking is street/paid and can be difficult to find; a few reports note limited or closed hours at times.

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Todd

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A couple of things, beware if you are over 6 ft for hazards! Also know that street parking is very busy and that there is. No elevator. They also only had 1 key for for adults. Furth t, the rooms are not professionally finished, disappointing for spending over $400//night offseason!

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Deb

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property was very clean and the view was amazing! Spacious room and newly renovated bathroom. Piles of restaurants within walking distance and located right on the Harbour. Could not beat the location. The only downside was that the listing said there was free offsite parking. This was true between 5 pm to 10 am only, otherwise you had to feed the meter, which in our case only cost $5. It was totally worth renting and we'd definitely return.

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Robert

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was understaffed and slow. Room was clean but construction was sloppy. Soap and shampoo unacceptable for the price. Bar not well stocked.

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Ivy

Oct 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great view, but very dated and restaurant was closed due to lack of staff

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Herbert and Janet

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to many activities. Not a lot of parking. Very steep stairs and no elevator.

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Jason

Jul 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location is excellent, in the middle of everything. Old, retrofitted building. No elevator means carrying luggage up a narrow flight of steps.

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Beverlay

Jul 14, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

They need a designated parking spot to unload your luggage they do not have parking. You park on the street with meters or you can go across the road and park in a parking lot @$20.a day.

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Deborah

Jun 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything about the inn and the restaurant was wonderful. Best seafood chowder ever and the room was spacious with incredible water views. The only drawback was the three flights of stairs to climb.

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Carson

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was a single night stay, so not much interaction with staff. The onsite restaurant closed too early.

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Marie Claude

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Appareils mécaniques bruyants et directement devant notre chambre, et fermeture du restaurant à 20h et ouverture très tard à 11h.

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Cleanliness

Rooms are generally clean and well maintained, with many mentions of spotless spaces. A few guests reported musty odours, stained carpet, pests, or missed items in housekeeping.

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Timothy

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This Inn was supposed to be the highlight of our trip. Unfortunately other than the view it was extremely disappointing. The room smelled musty, the towels were washed but need to be replaced as they were not clean. The bed was totally unacceptable. The headboard and frame need to be updated as you could not move without waking the person next to you. The bed was Extremely uncomfortable and not acceptable to sleep on. We did not get any sleep. Check in was just hand you the key and that was it no explanation on the restaurant or Inn. You also need to plan on parking as this is an extremely busing area and the Inn has no parking you are on your own. We had to park two blocks away and there is no option to pull up and drop bags.

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Annette

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and view. Older building and decor, but the room was clean. Clean towels supplied daily. Coffee maker with pods supplied. Additional pods were given on seconded day, but dirty cups and spoons were not cleaned or replaced. Nightly rate is on the high side, but I guess your paying for the location and the view.

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Melissa

Nov 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was our first visit to Lunenberg and though it was out of season we enjoyed our visit immensely, Our room had a great view of harbour, was spacious, clean and felt very homey. Our meal at the Inn was delicious. I would recommend the Dockside Inn.

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Tony

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Overall the location is excellent, the view outstanding, clean and neat. Its a heritage building and that comes with older features, which is to be expected. Parking in Lunenburg is a challenge.

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Chris

Sep 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A lot of character - From the front desk staff to the room I loved the room itself - Spacious - a little time-worn - with a great view Bathroom - needs some repairs - shower tap - broken toilet roll dispenser etc

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Annalee

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Incredible view. Room was large, comfortable and clean.

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Julia

Jul 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a wonderful place to experience Lunenburg. I can’t say enough nice things - great staff, comfortable and well appointed room, clean!

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Jacqueline

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful view, spotless room, quiet, with everything close. We really enjoyed our stay.

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Linda

Jul 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property was on the water, so, great views. But, no parking, and no wifi. The carpet in the room was stained and the bathroom had no bathmats, the floor was very slippery when it got wet.

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Kerri

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Large, clean room with a breathtaking view. Staff go above and beyond.

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Rooms

Suites are very spacious with outstanding harbour views, often including kitchens and sitting areas. Some units feel dated, with hard or aging mattresses, occasional noise, and low ceilings that can bother taller guests.

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Louise

Feb 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The view was epic. The suite was beyond expectations. However the kitchen and bathroom have low clearance

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Sandra

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Positives: The room was clean, spacious, in an excellent location with a great view. You could walk to shops, restaurants, museums and activities. I was VERY excited to stay here! Negatives: This town is WAY overcrowded with tourists during summer months, and the property has NO PARKING. 😲 That was bad news! We had to wait 45 minutes for a space to open in the $20/day lot some distance away, then we hauled our bags up. The crowds die down after 5:30 and parking opens up, but the restaurants, shops and museums all close early, too. Although I loved the room, the bed was really uncomfortable. The matress was super hard. I tried 3 bed pillows and 2 couch pillows and they all hurt my neck so badly, I ended up using a bath towel for a pillow. We tried to check out early, as did another guest. No one was at the desk. The doors were locked to the office. No one answered the phone. We were strangers to the peopke in the other room, but we were all collectively stumped as to what to do. We all decided to just leave our keys in our doors since they didn't even have a key drop box. It was odd. We were happy to get out of Lunenburg.

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Bruce

Jul 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

View from room was beautiful but building and room was quite dated. Felt price of $258 per night was high for little amenities apart from coffee machine..i.e.no gym, no pool, so your paying for harbour view as room, furniture and building are quite old and worn. Access to rooms is via a stairwell adjacent to tavern. Checkin is within the restaurant which can be a busy area but lady was pleasant and efficient even though she was juggling many demands from restaurant patrons who were lined -up to both enter and leave the restaurant .Lunenburg is a pretty seaside town with lots of tourists and a variety of dining choices.

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SANDRA

Sep 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We love it. The rooms are good sized with kitchen and full baths. The view from the window was spectacular overlooking the harbor.

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Elwood

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Large room with expansive view of the harbor was worth the many stairs to get up to the room.

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Mary

Sep 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I booked only room available and it was huge with 2x queen beds, table, sofa, chair & to & full kitchen! Quite a few stairs to climb! It had fantastic views over harbour & beyond! Welcome was not great as busy in restaurant so standing around a bit! I was woken a few times with snoring coming through the wall from adjoining room! Quite disappointing & perhaps having one of the beds on another wall might help? If I could have moved the bed, I would have!!! Also NO PARKING but was lucky to park nearby on arrival!

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Kent

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Views were amazing! People amazing! The lower ceilings in the bathroom and kitchen area caused me to have to duck and when I forgot once, the result was a bloody head and headache. Perhaps a padding or something similar should be placed on the frame?

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Katalin

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had a great stay! Spacious quiet had everything we needed

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Gerry

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was noisy as we were located right beside the air conditioning unit for the whole building. But our view out to the harbour with the Bluenose II in dock made up for any short comings. It is a good offering for a low budget vacation.

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Mordechai

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A very large room with unbelievable views over the harbour. Very friendly and helpful staff. The downide was primarily the furniture - the sofa has seen much better life and is niow in a poor state and the bed was small with an old mattress.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful. A minority experienced understaffing, slow or absent check-in, or difficulty reaching someone.

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Sandra

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Positives: The room was clean, spacious, in an excellent location with a great view. You could walk to shops, restaurants, museums and activities. I was VERY excited to stay here! Negatives: This town is WAY overcrowded with tourists during summer months, and the property has NO PARKING. 😲 That was bad news! We had to wait 45 minutes for a space to open in the $20/day lot some distance away, then we hauled our bags up. The crowds die down after 5:30 and parking opens up, but the restaurants, shops and museums all close early, too. Although I loved the room, the bed was really uncomfortable. The matress was super hard. I tried 3 bed pillows and 2 couch pillows and they all hurt my neck so badly, I ended up using a bath towel for a pillow. We tried to check out early, as did another guest. No one was at the desk. The doors were locked to the office. No one answered the phone. We were strangers to the peopke in the other room, but we were all collectively stumped as to what to do. We all decided to just leave our keys in our doors since they didn't even have a key drop box. It was odd. We were happy to get out of Lunenburg.

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Maxime

May 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing view, the staff was very helpful and gave us a late checkout upon request with no hassle. Easy relaxing stay close to everything. I would stay here again.

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jennifer

Feb 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nobody here when I arrived. Just a note stuck on the door for me to call a number provided. Had to carry bags upstairs through an unlocked door to my room, that had the key in the door! Restaurant not open. Parking meters outside so I have to move car by 10am! Room very hot and remote control for heater has dead batteries. The man on the phone was very nice and he has text replies to all my questions but I was expecting a normal check in, even though it's not the height of season. I was here around 5 so it wasn't a late check in.

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Michelle

May 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I was travelling with my elderly father and the staff was so incredibly helpful. The location is perfect. Our room looked into the water and Bluenose II.

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Elizabeth

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the view from our windows was outstanding. The owner/landlord went out of his way to be helpful and we loved every minute of our stay

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diane

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everybody was very helpful. Room had the most gorgeous view. The harbour was just a few steps away.

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Rosaleen

Oct 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Large room with a beautiful view. The staff at the front desk and restaurant were friendly.

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Julia

Jul 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a wonderful place to experience Lunenburg. I can’t say enough nice things - great staff, comfortable and well appointed room, clean!

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Terrance

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent room with a fantastic view. The service was warm and friendly.

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John

Sep 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was fantastic, a bit dated, but very good. Staff at check-in and Check-out not at all welcoming. but the location is perfect, with a beautiful view of the harbour. I would recommend it for your stay for sure.

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Location

Right on the waterfront in central Lunenburg and easy to walk to restaurants, shops, and attractions. Parking nearby is limited or paid and can be challenging during busy times.

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Heidi

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent view. Central location. Very clean. Older building but well maintained. We thoroughly enjoyed the waterfront.

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Brec

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Heart of the city.

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Tony

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Overall the location is excellent, the view outstanding, clean and neat. Its a heritage building and that comes with older features, which is to be expected. Parking in Lunenburg is a challenge.

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Allan

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is right at the dock in downtown Lunenburg so therefore it was convenient as it was easy to walk around. Finding a place to park on the street in front of hotel is tough but do able later in the day. Beds very comfortable and rooms are clean

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Grant

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic location in Lunenburg. Looked directly out our window at the Bluenose!

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Eugenia

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The place is right on the dock and offers a great view.

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Monique

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very central to all the beautiful attractions in Lunenberg with a wonderful view.

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Adam

Jul 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic views and extremely walkable location. Would definitely stay here again!

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Chantal

Jul 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice view Walking distance to many restaurants

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Lisa

Nov 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location

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Dining

The on-site restaurant is praised for tasty seafood and convenience. Several guests noted early closing or limited hours at times.

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Virginia

Nov 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were so friendly, great food at the restaurant, right in the historic district!

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Steven

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a view! Staff were very welcoming and friendly. While room was a bit outdated it was clean and comfortable. Did I mention the view? Bay windows overlooking the harbour. The restaurant was good and there are lots of other options around for variety.

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Ann

Jul 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I love the Dockside! Friendly staff. Beautiful view from our room. Right on the wharf and so lovely. Dessert is delicious. Would stay here next time I’m in Lunenburg.

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Manuel

Jul 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We loved the location of the Inn. Even though a little on the older side, the accommodations excellent. The restaurant was awesome. Great menu

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Virginia

Oct 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a beautiful suite - lots of room & very clean. Great location & good restaurant. Great views!!

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Deborah

Jun 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything about the inn and the restaurant was wonderful. Best seafood chowder ever and the room was spacious with incredible water views. The only drawback was the three flights of stairs to climb.

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Karen

May 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Receive a text prior to arrival welcoming us …thank you Kyle. Had our best seafood chowder during our holiday at the restaurant. Our waitress, Kristin, was top notch. Amazing service. The pictures online did not do our room justice. We could not have a better view. You can’t beat waking up and having a clear view of the water …it was like glass. Definitely will be coming back again.

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Al

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff and room were amazing!...the restaurant and food were also amazing!...extremely fresh seafood and expertly cooked. Prices were very fair seeing where its located and the views from our room overlooking the harbor and boats was priceless...we'd highly recommend the Dockside to anyone wanting a very quaint and enjoyable stay while in Lunenburg Rooms 1 and 2 have spectacular views ! Thank you both Kyle and Emma, you both are awesome! We'll be back very soon ! Al & Mar

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Carson

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was a single night stay, so not much interaction with staff. The onsite restaurant closed too early.

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Marie Claude

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Appareils mécaniques bruyants et directement devant notre chambre, et fermeture du restaurant à 20h et ouverture très tard à 11h.

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The Dockside Inn & Restaurant

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