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NovaStar Motel On The Lake

2.0 star property
Lakefront motel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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BBQ/picnic area
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View | Bathroom
Front of property
Full Kitchenette Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View | Private kitchen
Front of property

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Room service
    Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
214 Hwy 1, Dayton, Dayton, NS, B5A 5A1
  • Yarmouth Regional Hospital
    2 min drive
  • Yarmouth Mall
    3 min drive
  • W. Laurence Sweeney Fisheries Museum
    3 min drive
  • Yarmouth, NS (YQI)
    11 min drive

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Toaster
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Comfort Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Studio Suite | Bathroom

Comfort Studio Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Apartment | Living area

Economy Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Toaster
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Full Kitchenette Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

Full Kitchenette Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Toaster
  • 23 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Triple Room, Double and Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Triple Room, Double and Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Triple Room, Double and Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Lake View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Microwave
Toaster
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Dayton

At NovaStar Motel On The Lake you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Yarmouth Mall and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Yarmouth County Museum. Highlights at this motel include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Plus you'll find a garden, barbecues and a picnic area. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also free RV/bus/truck parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Dayton motel, you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Yarmouth Ferry Terminal and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Mariners Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Yarmouth Regional Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Yarmouth Ferry Terminal - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Yarmouth County Museum - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Mariners Centre - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Yarmouth Links - 6 min drive - 5.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive

About this property

NovaStar Motel On The Lake

Lakefront motel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly NovaStar Motel On The Lake. Self parking is free.
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
NovaStar Motel On The Lake offers 16 accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

This Dayton motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, German, Vietnamese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: CAD 15 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 17

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 15 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 120.0 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CAD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: CAD 15 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay and cash.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03150710304056533-214

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

NovaStar Motel On The Lake offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NovaStar Motel On The Lake on 23 Nov 2024 start from NZ$204.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

Yep, NovaStar Motel On The Lake has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

The closest beach to NovaStar Motel On The Lake is Pembroke Beach (3.5 km).

Does NovaStar Motel On The Lake serve breakfast?

You bet, free continental brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

Furry friends are welcome at NovaStar Motel On The Lake, with food and water bowls on offer.

Is there a golf course on site at NovaStar Motel On The Lake?

There is a golf course next to NovaStar Motel On The Lake.

NovaStar Motel On The Lake Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 136 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joyce

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Small quarters
Location was good with a comfortable bed. However, we didn't have wifi. They charged an $8 tax for the soap and shampoo. It's old and we had spiders inside and out.It's small; when you open the door it hits the bed and the bathroom door hits the other side of the bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Natascha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Woke up 15 times due to the scratchy sheets. No real lock on door.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple access, gracious host and clean as a whistle room. There was difficulty getting tv to work, but handled by the staff quickly. (turned out to be batteries in one remote). Breakfast was simple but good. The lady in charge was a great host for our one night stay. I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
20 years old, no ac, coffee pot but no coffee. Hot water goes in and out, shower knob to turn off hot water which turned ice cold could not be turned off, until plummer arrived to fix it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Martin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don’t!!!
Just plan awful. We checked in, walked into the room and decided to sleep in our car. Cobwebs, peeling paint, flimsy doors, no security, scary.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checked in at 4:30 but room not ready till 6ish
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Low key basics near Yarmouth's ferry terminal
Low key no frills comfort near The Cat Ferry terminal in Yarmouth. Shows its age with a few cracked floor tiles, but the room was quiet and comfy after a long drive and ferry trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location to get to ferry terminal in Yarmouth. Nothing walkable from hotel. Hotel is aging and run down. Staff were friendly and helpful. Our booking said check in was at 1pm but on arrival the hotel said check in was at 4pm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Chantalle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brittany

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at this motel one night, and it was one of the worst experiences I've ever had. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that the place was poorly maintained. The room was unbearably hot because there was no air conditioning, making it impossible to get a good night's sleep, especially my elderly dog who was panting the entire time. To make matters worse, the Wi-Fi connection was practically nonexistent, which was incredibly frustrating as we couldn't connect to anything. The cleanliness of the room was appalling and the overall state of the room made us uncomfortable. We were so dissatisfied that we decided to check out a day early, even though we were refused a refund for the remaining night. I strongly advise anyone considering staying here to look elsewhere. This place is in desperate need of improvements, and until that happens, I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone. They had multiple guests leave early and they continue to rip people off who cannot see themselves staying any longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is by far one of the worst hotels I have ever stayed. The room was dirty, so was the bathroom. The broom was covered in spiderwebs. The stove was dirty and there were no dishes to cater to 4 people as advertised and even listed on a piece of paper inside the room. The kitchenette did not have knives or a coffee maker or frying pan. The fridge is leaking water and I had to clean it before I could use it. No dish towels or drying towels. There is no 24/7 front desk service. There is no AC in the room and the entire unit is contaminated with a mold smell, which caused us harm. The hot water is scolding and burns your skin if you don't be carful. The faucet does not keep it in lukewarm and switches to cold or scolding hot while showering. The floor is caving in as the structure is comprised. Safety issue! The view is to a gas tank and garbage cans. This hotel and the Lakelawn Motel are all owened by this Vietnamese Man and he does not care in the properties or their upkeep. Does not offer any refunds. Don't waste your money on either one of them.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Kim, Delanson

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No air conditioning or wifi. Cobwebs on walls. Few breakfast items. Never...
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Derek

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Run the other way.
First of all I would recommend to not have them on your hotel list. The toilet looked like a 5 year old repaired the floor around the toilet. The rubber cocking was just smeared around the toilet to fill in the missing tiles after a quick fix. They could put a new curtain rod in the bath so the curtain wasn’t sagging . Go to the dollarama and for $4.for a new one . Had to go th the office because they left only a small bit of toilet paper on the holder. It just felt unclean. Have a little pride in your hotel . The little thinks matter. Hemm the bedspread to fit the bed so it isn’t dragging on the floor. Thank you very much
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness
This is often the cheapest motel to stay at so one should keep that in mind. With no AC the rooms can get hot with the sun coming through the large window and cell signals in my room at least was not good at all. The wifi was strong, and you are just on the edge of town to go pick up food or whatever.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Need air-conditioning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from the room. Much larger than we anticipated. The room was quite warm when we entered but the lovely owner turned on the A/C for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Randy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looks absolutely gorgeous on the outside. The staff were super friendly and helpful. This is a very old motel very dated and the room smell musty need some major renovations on the inside.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Abhishek Kumar

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Munkee

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pictures showed 2nd floor 2 Bdrm with nice furniture in main room but not like pics at all. View was great outside but Couch needs updating & no table & chairs at window? Pictures not accurate. Also to get to 2nd floor the back path is a cement path & steps very cracked, which is unsafe. The back path lighting is very poor. The gazebo is nice outlook spot lighting for smokers so non smokers can’t enjoy Staff was very friendly & helpful . Close to ferry & breakfast was sufficient to get a person started. The inaccurate depiction online is very Misleading especially for 2 Bdrm and ought to be corrected
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The people at check in were nice but the room was dirty and cabinets falling apart. The couch had a very old cover on it, the windows were sealed shut and very dirty. We decided to leave and stay somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Refrigerator shelves a little dirty. Old tub some rusty stains on ledge. Windows very old, sills dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Troy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No clue how to run a business
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024