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The Scotsman Inn

3.0 star property

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Standard Room 2 | Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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74 Coleraine Street, Pictou, NS, B0K 1H0
  • Place, Caspers Gifts and Crafts
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hector Heritage Quay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, DeCoste Entertainment Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room 3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room 5

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room 2 | Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room 2

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room 4 | Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room 4

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room 2 | Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room 2

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room 3

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room 4 | Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room 4

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room 1

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room 6 | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer

Classic Room 6

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room 1 | Individually furnished, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room 1

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The Scotsman Inn

Bed & breakfast with free parking, steps from Hector Heritage Quay
Along with a meeting room, this bed & breakfast has concierge services and a library. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden and a hair salon are on-site. Change of towels is available on request
The Scotsman Inn offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with designer toiletries and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
The Scotsman Inn's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Caspers Gifts and Crafts. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus breakfast (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Steps from Hector Heritage Quay and Northumberland Fisheries Museum
As a guest of The Scotsman Inn, you'll find a library, a terrace, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Scotsman Inn also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Pictou bed & breakfast.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: CAD 10 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1865
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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 continental breakfast: from approximately CAD 10 per person
  • Electricity fee: CAD 15 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number STR2425T5482, STR2526T5482
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Auberge Walker
Auberge Walker Inn
Auberge Walker Inn Pictou
Auberge Walker Pictou
Walker Inn
Auberge Walker Inn Pictou, Nova Scotia
Scotsman Inn Pictou
Scotsman Pictou
The Scotsman Inn Pictou
The Scotsman Inn Bed & breakfast
The Scotsman Inn Bed & breakfast Pictou

Reviews

The Scotsman Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 363 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 363 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 363 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 363 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 363 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

MIchael

Travelled with partner
Upon arrival the exterior was less than promising. However, once inside the front door we were greeted by shining hardwood floors and super clean facilities. The proprietor, Dandy, greeted us warmly on the 2nd level and asked us to join other guests for a. Glad of wine. Very positive. Rooms were quaint and neatly outfitted. Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Trasie, Shelburne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Fantastic property. Quiet sleep and a gorgeous view!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with friendly hosts
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jaana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Read before booking

What a great place this charming 3 star historical home could be under a different administration! King rooms had comfy beds and the back terrace offered a great outdoor space to enjoy a free glass of wine and get to know other travelers. However, the good vibes unraveled very quickly when the owner deemed it appropriate to loudly start voicing his political opinions with paying customers. Awkward and offensive. Unless you condone the things that are currently happening south of our border or hate Canada & its leadership, stay clear! I am still trying to forget some of the vile things this man let out of his mouth in support of the current US leader. Please don't take my word for it, just read Sandy's abrasive responses to any traveler reviews that list deficiencies of his property or describe this man's obnoxious character. Breakfast rooms are lovely but for the 3 people in my group who had breakfast, the continental offerings were underwhelming. To end this review on a positive note, we were thankful to be able to return a forgotten room key to a market 15 mins away from Pictou. Our oversight!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Inn operates more like a B&B than an Inn. Not a big fan of B&B's. Prefer a more private experience. Also, take the warning about the stairs seriously. There are a lot of them.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catharine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Sandy and Kathy were wonderful hosts. Beds were very comfortable and the hotel has been beautiful maintained. Nice glass of wine to welcome us to their beautiful establishment. If you are staying in Pictou then stay at The Scotsman.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sandy is a great host
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highlight of our Maritime stops. Owners are fabulous folk and the inn is stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

susie, Toronto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hosts! They recommended what to do before check-in. ( Something not seen in guides or trip advisor) And was fantastic. Host recommended and booked a restaurant for us that was exceptional. Breakfast was an amazing experience and great quality. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent inn! Top notch. CLEAN, beautiful, inviting, charming. Don’t think twice. You’ll love it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Endroit incroyable. Hôtes chaleureux. Magnifique acceuil.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sandy and Cathy are wonderful hosts. They are very hospitable and share good advice about travelling throughout Nova Scotia and PEI.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay. They’re very helpful, they know the area and gives good suggestions. The room and the whole Inn are STUPENDOUS and we wish we could’ve stayed there more. The experience of breakfast was very unique and delicious. Makes you want to go back to Pictou ! Thank you :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara Lynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were great! The continental breakfast was excellent! The patio area was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

France

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
C'est un vieux bâtiment, mais l'intérieur très bien entretenu. Escalier un peu étroite, mais c'est une vieille bâtisse. Beau cachet. Propriétaires très recevants. Merci belle expérience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

The location is great for walking to anything near the harbor. Colorful Scottish host wore kilt to breakfast each morning. Breakfast served on beautiful china was always the same yogurt, granola, blueberries, and crescent dished out by host onto our plates. We either had to wait to eat or were hurried out because others were waiting to eat. Lots of steep stairs. Gorgeous back patio/yard and private parking behind. Rooms are small no tv, frig, or microwave. Shower extremely small. Comfortable bed. Friendly hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super Scotsman Inn

Sandy and Kathy are wonderful hosts . . . outgoing, friendly and accommodating. We really enjoyed our stay with them. Their hotel is lovely with a great aesthetic.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The attention to customers was second to none. The place was beautiful and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025