Mariner King Inn  

Passionate sailors, boat builders, gourmet chefs and innkeepers, Joan and Ted, welcome you at the Mariner King Inn. A registered Heritage property (c1830), the inn is one of the most significant historic and photographed buildings in a town internationally known for its architecture and sea faring history. Both the walking tour and horse drawn carriage tours pass by the inn as part of their tours.

The Mariner King Inn is located in the heart of Old Town Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The building has been beautifully restored and is rated 4 ½ stars by Canada Select. Located two blocks from the waterfront and home port of the Bluenose II, the Mariner King is walking distance to all shops, restaurants, galleries, museums and attractions such whale watching and sailing cruises.

Lunenburg, on the South Shore of Nova Scotia, and the Mariner King Inn is the perfect centralized location for your explorations throughout Nova Scotia. We are 1 ½ hours from the Halifax International Airport and 2 ½ hours from the Yarmouth Ferry Terminal. Settle in and make this your home base for daytrips to Mahone Bay (10 minutes away), Halifax (1 hour away), Peggy’s Cove (1 ½ hours away), Annapolis Royal (2 ½ hours away) and the Annapolis Valley (1 ½ hours away).

All of our rooms have private ensuite baths some with clawfoot bath tubs, handmade soaps, down duvets, hand-ironed sheets, fresh flowers, coffee and tea service, cable tv and vcrs and feature magnificent harbour and town views. Full gourmet breakfasts, featuring local ingredients, are prepared by Joan, who received her culinary training in New York City.

The Inn has an extensive nautical library and local chart collection as Ted and Joan have spent many hours on the sea taking part in such significant races as Newport Bermuda, the Vineyard Race and Around Long Island. There is also a mooring in Lunenburg Harbour available to rent for your boat, by the night or the season.

The Mariner King Inn is open year round and licensed.

Amenities: Air conditioning, Coffee Maker, Washer, Dryer , TV, Cable, Telephone , Private deck(s), View of ocean, View of area attraction, and more...

Cancellation Policy: 3 days

We have pets. Children are welcome.

Breakfast: Full gourmet breakfasts are prepared by Joan, who received her culinary training in New York City. They feature local organic ingredients and include homemade jams and fresh baked goodies.

Driving Directions: DIRECTION FROM HALIFAX: Take 103 south to exit 11 (Block House) Turn left on 324 (south) and follow signs to Lunenburg. At the second 4 way stop continue straight on Dufferin Street until you reach the Esso gas station. Bear left (straight) on to Lincoln Street. After 3 blocks turn right on King Street. The Mariner King will be immediately on your right. DIRECTIONS FROM YARMOUTH: Take 103 north until exit 12 (Bridgwater) Turn left and take route 3 to Lunenburg After aprox 20 min turn left at stop sign on to Falkland Street. You will see the Lunenburg Foundry in front of you. At the Esso gas station Falkland becomes Lincoln Street. After 3 blocks turn right on King Street. The Mariner King will be immediately on your right.

Local Area Attractions: Sailing, kayaking, whale watching, biking, hiking, walking trails, golf, tennis, beaches, shopping, museums, fine dining, Bluenose II, live music, fairs and festivals.

Onsite Activities: Licensed

Seasonal Info: Open year round