Brier Island Lodge, Westport
About the Hotel
Rooms and Suites
Brier Island Lodge has 37 rooms. Room types include standard hotel-style rooms with options for bed configurations and suite-style rooms. Upgrade options include a kitchen. Apartments with multiple bedrooms are available; the largest can accommodate up to 12 adults. Some rooms have views of the ocean or the lighthouse. All rooms are smoke-free and include a private ensuite bathroom, Wi-Fi, and a mini-fridge. Brier suites and apartments include televisions; the lounge area features a high-definition television connected to satellite TV.
Grandview on Brier Restaurant
Grandview on Brier, the only licensed sit-down restaurant within a 90-minute radius, is located at Brier Island Lodge. The restaurant offers seafood, vegetables, local meats and cheeses, and fair-trade coffees. The menu includes vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, egg-free, and keto options, as well as a children's menu. Desserts include assorted cakes, fruit crisps, cheesecakes, fruit pies, brownies, tarts, and mousse. The restaurant also features handmade cocktails, local and imported beers, and a wine menu. A greenhouse is located on-site, growing fresh produce. Boxed lunches are available.
Leisure and Activities
Brier Island Lodge has trails for hiking and nature walks. Brier Island is an Important Bird Area. Seal Cove is a 20-30-minute hike from the lodge, offering views of grey and harbour seals. Pond Cove Beach features a marine ecosystem and birdlife. The island is known for storm watching and rare plant varieties. Guests can access information on visiting the Balancing Rock. Whale watching tours are available through partnerships with Brier Island Whale and Seabird Cruises, Mariner Cruises, Freeport Whale and Seabird Tours, and Adventure Bay Whale Watch Co.
Location and Transportation
Brier Island Lodge is on Brier Island, accessible by two ferries. From Digby, take Route 217 to East Ferry, then take a ferry to Tiverton on Long Island. Continue on Route 217 to Freeport and take the ferry to Brier Island. The Bay of Fundy surrounds Brier Island and is known for its tides reaching up to 28 feet. The Grand Passage Hydro Project is visible from the harbor. Landmarks nearby: Islands Museum and Archives - 4 km, Brier Island Lighthouse - 4.5 km, Brier Island - 2 km, Westport Cove Lighthouse - 4.5 km, Northern Lighthouse - 1 km, Fundy View Trail - 4 km.
Hotel Services
Brier Island Lodge accepts cash, debit, VISA, MasterCard, and American Express. Cellular mobility service is available on the eastern side of Brier Island, including at the lodge; major Canadian mobility providers offer 3G coverage. A guest courtesy phone is available in the lounge. Select rooms are pet-friendly. The lodge can accommodate small groups. Brier Island is a destination for weddings. The lodge welcomes feedback on accessibility. The visitor address is 557 Water St, Westport, NS B0V 1H0.
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Facilities
General
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- No pets allowed
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Dressing area
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
