8 Best Hotels in Central Coastal Drive, Prince Edward Island

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We've compiled the best of the best in Central Coastal Drive - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

Barachois Inn

$$ | 2193 Church Rd., Rte. 243, North Rustico, PE, C0A 1N0, Canada

Rustico, just below Brackley Beach, is one of the oldest communities on the Island—and this 1880 inn's Victorian elegance blends right in with the historic surroundings. Built for a local merchant, Gallant House (the original heritage home) has four rooms appointed with antiques and fine art, while the adjacent MacDonald House (a contemporary structure with period style) has a quartet of suites, each with a fireplace, kitchenette, and balcony or deck. The inn overlooks a quiet Victorian garden and the bucolic countryside around Rustico Bay. In addition to a hot breakfast, rates include passes to PEI National Park and Green Gables House National Historic Site.

Pros

  • Thoughtful hosts
  • On-site gym
  • Includes passes to tourist sights in the area

Cons

  • Pretty far from civilization
  • Gable ceilings not great for tall guests
  • Two-night minimum stay in high season
2193 Church Rd., Rte. 243, North Rustico, PE, C0A 1N0, Canada
902-963–2194
hotel Details
8 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Bay Vista Motel and Cottage

$ | 9517 Rte. 6, Cavendish, PE, C0A 1E0, Canada

This straightforward, spotlessly clean motel has real family appeal, including a playground, a heated swimming pool, and water views. All area attractions are nearby, as are beaches, and there's a good hiking trail into the national park opposite the property. There's also a small meeting room with television and a DVD player. A three-bedroom cedar cottage, 1 km (½ mile) west, is available for weekly rental.

Pros

  • Friendly staff
  • Picnic areas and swimming pool
  • Close to tourist sights

Cons

  • Looks like a motel inside and out
  • Dated decor
  • Shared barbecues in picnic areas
9517 Rte. 6, Cavendish, PE, C0A 1E0, Canada
902-963–2225
hotel Details
34 rooms
Rate Includes: Closed late Sept.–early June, Free Breakfast

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Cavendish Country Inn and Cottages

$$ | 8405 Cavendish Rd., Rte. 6, Cavendish, PE, C0A 1N0, Canada

The family atmosphere of this 9-acre cottage complex is a big draw for some folks; there are several playgrounds on-site, as well as a pair of heated pools, hot tubs, fire pits, and outdoor games (complimentary movies help on rainy days). Lots of natural wood lends a rustic feel to the cottages, which vary from simply furnished one-bedroom to four-bedroom units complete with whirlpool baths, fireplaces, and dishwashers. There are also 11 more standard rooms in the inn (which include a continental breakfast) and a motel annex.

Pros

  • Choice of accommodations for the budget-conscious
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Plenty of activities on-site

Cons

  • No air-conditioning
  • Dated decor
  • If you want a quieter holiday, this isn't the place
8405 Cavendish Rd., Rte. 6, Cavendish, PE, C0A 1N0, Canada
902-963–2181
hotel Details
11 rooms, 35 cottages
Rate Includes: Closed late Sept.–mid-May, No Meals

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Dalvay-by-the-Sea

$$$$ | 16 Cottage Cres., Stanhope, PE, C0A 1P0, Canada

Built in 1895 as the summer retreat for a U.S. oil tycoon, this sprawling Queen Anne Revival "cottage" on the east edge of Prince Edward Island National Park is filled with antique furnishings, giving guest rooms a lovely period look. The nearby three-bedroom guesthouses (added in the 1990s) are more countrified. After enjoying beach time and free on-site activities like paddleboating, kayaking, tennis, and croquet, you can sip a cocktail or "take tea" on the pretty porch. Dinner is served nightly in the well-regarded MacMillan Dining Room. Dalvay prides itself on providing royal treatment, too: it hosted Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge when they visited PEI on their first official trip together in the summer of 2011.

Pros

  • Elegant vintage vibe
  • 328 feet from the beach
  • Free Wi-Fi

Cons

  • No air-conditioning and no TVs in guest rooms
  • Lot of weddings and conferences
  • No kitchens in cottages
16 Cottage Cres., Stanhope, PE, C0A 1P0, Canada
902-672–2048
hotel Details
33 rooms
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Apr., No Meals

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Kindred Spirits Country Inn and Cottages

$ | Memory La., off Rte. 6, Cavendish, PE, C0A 1N0, Canada

Named in a nod to Anne, this lovely 6-acre property is just a short walk from Green Gables. Inn guests can relax by the parlor fireplace then retreat to one of the 25 bright country-style rooms or suites. Surrounding the lawns and gardens are 20 large cottages that range from economy to luxury. All are fully equipped for cooking (right down to the propane barbecues), and upper-end units have fireplaces and hot tubs. The presence of a pool, playground, fitness center, and games room means there is a range of recreational facilities, too.

Pros

  • National park passes provided
  • Some cottages have private hot tubs
  • Laundry facilities

Cons

  • Style is a bit twee for some tastes
  • Breakfast not included in cottage rates
  • 20-minute walk to the beach
Memory La., off Rte. 6, Cavendish, PE, C0A 1N0, Canada
902-963–2434
hotel Details
25 rooms, 20 cottages
Rate Includes: Closed early Oct.–late May, Free Breakfast

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Noble House

$$$ | 187 Taylor Rd., RR No. 1, Malpeque, PE, C0B 1M0, Canada

Staying at this cheery yellow heritage farmhouse with its welcoming front porch and gingerbread trim, you might feel like you have stepped into a Norman Rockwell painting—save for the fact that, back in the day, guests wouldn't have been able to book into well-equipped rooms that pair period charm with contemporary amenities like Jacuzzi tubs, cable TV, and high-speed Internet. A hot, home-cooked breakfast and complimentary beverages are included in the rate.

Pros

  • Jacuzzis in all bathrooms
  • Off-season rates available
  • Ocean views

Cons

  • No air-conditioning
  • Resident pets may not appeal to those with allergies
  • Bathrooms are all private, but only one is en suite
187 Taylor Rd., RR No. 1, Malpeque, PE, C0B 1M0, Canada
902-836–4380
hotel Details
3 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Orient Hotel Bed and Breakfast

$ | 34 Main St., Victoria, PE, C0A 2G0, Canada

Cozy guest rooms and suites that are individually decorated lend this vintage B&B a comforting grandma's-house vibe. The complimentary breakfast would make grandma proud, too (you might wake up to eggs Benedict accompanied by seasonal fruit, just-baked muffins, and homemade rhubarb jam). Theater packages that include dinner at the Landmark Oyster House are also available.

Pros

  • Some rooms have water views
  • Lovely hosts
  • Free Wi-Fi and bicycle storage

Cons

  • Some rooms are small
  • No air-conditioning
  • Exterior is in need of some paint
34 Main St., Victoria, PE, C0A 2G0, Canada
902-658–2503
hotel Details
7 rooms
Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–May, Free Breakfast

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Shaw's Hotel and Cottages

$$ | 99 Apple Tree Rd., Brackley Beach, PE, C1E 1Z3, Canada

Canada's oldest family-operated inn has been winning a faithful following since opening in 1860, and the homey rooms in the three-story lodge are attractive enough. This is a family-friendly spot, though, so guests often choose roomy one- to four-bedroom cottages or chalets: many of which have kitchens, fireplaces, and bay views. The intergenerational ambience carries into the restaurant where a kids' menu is available. But Shaw's also runs children's programs three nights a week, allowing parents to dine alone.

Pros

  • Next to the national park
  • Chalets have full kitchens and propane barbecue
  • Family-friendly

Cons

  • May be mosquitoes in the air or jellyfish in the water
  • Air-conditioning in deluxe inn rooms only
  • Additional charge for dogs in cottages and chalets
99 Apple Tree Rd., Brackley Beach, PE, C1E 1Z3, Canada
902-672–2022
hotel Details
Closed early Oct.–May; some cottages open in shoulder months
43 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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