Places to stay in Pictou, Nova Scotia
Pictou is a town on the north shore of Pictou in Pictou County, Nova Scotia, close to Caribou / Wood Islands ferry crossing to Prince Edward Island. The town is approximately 10 km north of the larger town of New Glasgow. Local dining options include Press Room Pub & Grill, Murphy's Fish And Chips Eatery, The Indigo Blues Cafe, and Mrs Macgregor's Tea Room & Restrant.
We currently have 18 accommodations in and around Pictou with other regional listings available for Inns, Hotels, RV parks, Motor Inns and other properties. You can filter listings by the available types:
Wondering where to stay? Lodging options in the town are mainly limited to Bed and Breakfast type accommodations, though there are a few nearby campgrounds and RV parks. If you are travelling in the area, Pictou is located close to Keppoch Brook, Buxtons Point, Christie Point, MacPherson Brook and Begg Point.
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Other local Pictou information and places to visit.
Pictou is 6 km away from Lyons Brook, 9 km away from Trenton, 12 km away from New Glasgow and 14 km away from Stellarton.
Pictou is located at longitude -62°42'38.264 and latitude 45°40'40.144.
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Pictou
Braeside Country Inn Restaurant ( Dining / Fine ). Located at 126 Front Street, Pictou. The Braeside Inn, open year round, offers 18 air-conditioned guest rooms and suites, all with private baths, phones and TVs. Data port hook-ups and VCRs available. High-speed internet is provided. The fully licensed dining room overlooks the harbour, specializing in fresh seafood & prime rib of beef.
The Braeside Inn was built in 1938 and has been totally refurbished. The Inn is situated on a five-acre wooded hillside site located in the center of historic Pictou Town ( founded in 1773). The Braeside Inn overlooks historic Pictou harbour, and is within walking distance to shops, restaurants, pubs, marinas, theatre, boutiques and museums. The Inn has been designated 3 diamonds by CAA/AAA and 3 ½ stars by Canada Select.
Pictou County has the warmest ocean water north of the Carolinas; there are several beaches nearby.
The Braeside Inn is a smoke free facility.
May 1-Oct 31. Daily, 5:30-8:30pm
www.braesideinn.com 
Hector Heritage Quay ( Art & Culture / Museums ). Located at 33 Caladh Avenue, Pictou. Your visit to the Hector Heritage Quay begins in the Interpretive Centre where you will be greeted by friendly interpreters dressed in period costume who will guide you through the Hector Heritage Quay experience. The Interpretive Centre is an impressive four story post and beam structure, which at the time of its construction in the early 1990's was reported to be the largest of its kind, east of Montreal.
Fougere's Restaurant ( Dining / Family ). Located at 91 Water Street, Pictou. Reported to be out od business on Nov 2 2009. unplugged. Fougere's Restaurant is located in downtown Pictou overlooking Pictou Harbour. Offering lunch and dinner in a casual yet elegant atmosphere. We are air-conditioned for your comfort in the summer, and our fireplace in the cooler weather adds warmth and romance to your dining experience. May to Oct, Daily 11:30 am to close. Off-season, closed Tuesdays.
The Stone Soup Cafe & Catering ( Dining / Other ). Located at 41 Water Street, Pictou. Small friendly full service café, serving you all day breakfast, located with a view of the harbour.
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Mrs Macgregor's Tea Room & Restrant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 59 Water, Pictou. Situated in the heart of historic Pictou, Nova Scotia Mrs. MacGregor's Restaurant offers a variety of delicious meals and treats to enjoy in our licensed dining room, from homemade seafood chowder and soups, breads, satisfying lunches and dinners, to scrumptious desserts, AND . . . The Best Lobster Roll in Town!
www.mrsmacgregors.com
Pictou Lodge Resort Restaurant ( Dining / Family ). Enjoy a spectacular sunset overlooking the Northumberland Strait and 500 metres of private beach. Pictou Lodge Resort offers delightful Taste of Nova Scotia dining, a historic log setting, oceanside lounge, beachstone fireplace and relaxing ambience.
Experience this memorable combination of location, cuisine and hospitality.
Daily, 7:00am-2:00pm; 5:00-9:00pm.
www.pictoulodge.com
Closed or unlisted properties
- Rustic Anchor Motel closed or delisted.
- Consulate Inn closed or delisted.
- Brenda's Place To Stay Bed & Breakfast closed or delisted.
Renamed properties
- The Pictou Puffin Bed and Breakfast (c1855) at 90 Front Street may have been previously known as W. H. Davies House Bed & Breakfast (c 1855)