Located in Ingonish Beach, Keltic Lodge At The Highlands is next to a golf course, a 3-minute walk from Middle Head Trailhead and 8 minutes by foot from Highlands Links. .This golf hotel is 2 mi (3.1 km) from Cape Breton Highlands National Park and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Franey Mountain.
What's nearby
Middle Head Trailhead - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Highlands Links - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Acadian Trail - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
Ski Cape Smokey - 14 min drive - 9.8 km
Groovy Goat Farm - 16 min drive - 12.2 km
Getting around
Sydney, NS (YQY) - 115 min drive
Restaurants
Coastal Restaurant & Pub - 9 min drive
Main Street Restaurant & Bakery - 6 min drive
The Seagull Restaurant - 11 min drive
Salty Rose's and the Periwinkle Cafe - 11 min drive
Fisherman's Kitchen - 14 min drive
About this property
Keltic Lodge At The Highlands
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a quick walk to Highlands Links
Keltic Lodge At The Highlands offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.
Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.
2 hot tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.
Make yourself at home in one of the 55 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Dip into one of the 2 hot tubs or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Satisfy your appetite at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Keltic Lodge At The Highlands has 2 restaurants on site.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CAD 20 to 35 per person
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
Things to do
18-hole adjacent golf course
2 hot tubs
Golf carts
Golf clubhouse
Golf clubs/equipment
Pro golf shop
Sauna
Family friendly
Children's games
Conveniences
Gift shop/newsstand
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
In a national park
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
6 accessible parking spaces
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CAD 20 to 35 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-04031642437545142-383
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Keltic Lodge At The Highlands Hotel
Keltic Lodge At The Highlands Ingonish Beach
Keltic Lodge At The Highlands Hotel Ingonish Beach
Keltic Lodge At The Highlands Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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This is a little overdue, however I definitely wanted to post this. So I rolled in here on Friday February 2nd for a skiing weekend at Cape Smokey, and was due to check out Sunday morning February 4th...but after 120 cm of snow over the weekend, I didn't get out until February 6th. All I can say is that the staff were absolutely outstanding in what must have been a difficult situation for them in what was one of the worst snowstorms in decades. I recently heard that the main lodge is closing to be revamped, and would otherwise recommend The Keltic Lodge in a heartbeat.
Many, many thanks!
The hotel is in unique location, remoted area with the trail next to the hotel. Room was clean but a little "tired", it is 80s,not modern. Ocean view was more like view of poles, but because of snow piles in front of the windows at least there was no need to curtain them. The restaurant is in a seperate building, the food is tasty, a lot of food on the plate. Hot tub outside is amazing experience in the cold weather but it might be occupied so it is better to come in the morning. Spa services should be booked ahead.
The staff was very responsive and great. We were there after a major snow storm so we did not get the massages that we had scheduled because the staff could not get in. This was understandable but a little disappointment with our plans.
However, we had a great time and enjoyed our stay and again the staff was exceptional.
A huge shout out of appreciation needs to be made to the staff of the Keltic Lodge! We were booked in for a weekend of skiing and from the beginning it was obvious that the staff wanted you to be comfortable and taken care of. As it turned out, we happened to be there during the biggest snow storm in decades! Usually, Keltic is closed on Sundays and Mondays, but instead of sending us into the blizzard to fend for ourselves, and to give the smaller winter staff a well deserved break, they all went above and beyond to help us feel safe and secure. They offered an extremely reasonable rate to stay put and made sure we were well nourished! Amazing! (Claire- you did a stellar job in an unprecedented situation- a leader extraordinaire.)
Besides all that, our room was recently renovated and lovely, what food and drinks we had were delicious, and the musical entertainment was A-1!
I enjoy staying at The Keltic Lodge as the views are amazing & the staff is great too.
This trip that internet , the television and the phones were not working.
Lovely property in beautiful setting. We stayed in the Corson House, centrally located on the property. One of the two restaurants (which offered vegan options--YAY) was conveniently across the main road. The well-appointed spa--where we happily took advantage of friendly, professional services--was next door. Our comfortable room had three large windows overlooking the restaurant and water.
We had looked forward to relaxing and listening to live music in the Highland Sitting Room in the main lodge building; however, we found it closed for the season.
Would definitely go back.
Karen
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Beverly
Travelled with partner
22 Oct 2023
The property is stunning. Amazing views everywhere you look. Good size rooms and updated features.
Beverly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
2/10 Terrible
Karina, Milford
21 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The main lodge was fairly loud so neither of us slept well - can’t say it was worth the price. Nice location and beautiful views though.