Rum Runner Inn
66 Montague Street NS
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Why people book this hotel
“Excellent location in the centre of Lunenburg, room was of a high standard with …”
“Nice large room with King bed, quiet hotel policy and very central”
“Super comfy bed”
“Room was great, view was exceptional”
“Friendly, courteous and knowledgeable staff”
“Location, view, accommodating staff let us check in early”
“Clean, spacious and comfortable bed”
“Clean and tidy”
“Easy checkin, clean room, excellent location, great view, quiet, nice TV, no iss…”
“Ample street parking”
Overview
Boasting panoramic views of Lunenburg’s historic waterfront, Rum Runner Inn is located across the street from the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic in the centre of Old Town Lunenburg. It features a free WiFi. Each guest room provides a flat-screen cable TV, seating area, refrigerator and coffee facilities. The beds feature lavish 800-thread count, cotton blend sheets. There is plenty of available street parking besides the inn, as well as an adjacent parking lot. Halifax, Peggy's Cove and Wolfville are 1 hour's drive away. Mahone Bay is 20 minutes' drive away.
Traveller reviews
wendy
solo_traveller
June 4, 2026
Super comfy bed
John
couple
June 3, 2026
“Highly recommend this excellent accommodation”
Excellent location in the centre of Lunenburg, room was of a high standard with seating area/balcony overlooking the bay and all the waterfront activity.
Robert
solo_traveller
June 3, 2026
“Great Place”
Nice large room with King bed, quiet hotel policy and very central
Louise
couple
June 2, 2026
“First time in Nova Scotia, loved Lunenburg and exceptionally comfortable accommodation with plenty of restaurants and pu”
Clean, spacious and comfortable bed.
Jill Green
couple
June 2, 2026
“Pleasant and good value.”
Good central location. Ample street parking. Friendly, courteous and knowledgeable staff. Clean and tidy.
Nancy
solo_traveller
May 28, 2026
Room was great, view was exceptional. Easy check in and out.
Anne
couple
May 27, 2026
Great location, excellent bed!
Cooke
couple
May 26, 2026
“Wonderful accomodation for a short stay in Lunenberg”
Andrea
couple
May 19, 2026
“Our stay showed the best of Lunenberg. The weather was perfect, which made for a lovely stay.”
The view from our balcony was fantastic!
Ansgar
solo_traveller
May 14, 2026
“Great views but all a bit dated, especially given the price.”
Katharine
couple
May 14, 2026
“The booking was complicated and confusing and ultimately unsatisfactory”
Great location, good shower
Pam
solo_traveller
May 8, 2026
“Great location, clean room, but could've used some more blinds to cover all windows.”
Location, view, accommodating staff let us check in early
Barbara
couple
April 9, 2026
Location and style
Catherine
couple
January 19, 2026
“Thanks to Dee the lovely receptionist, so welcoming and helpful, you are the best, thank you, Catherine from New Zealand”
Everything, didn’t want to leave! Wanted to book another night but they were booked out!
Gerri
extended_group
January 19, 2026
“We enjoyed our stay on a special occasion with friends. Very central location and the view excellen”
Friendly helpful staff. Location was lovely to look over the harbour on our balcony. Room was large and well appointed.
Catherine
solo_traveller
January 16, 2026
“Great place in the heart of Lunenberg”
Great view from the room, which looks over the waterfront. Huge and comfortable bed. Friendly and communicative staff. Excellent location!
elaine
couple
November 8, 2025
“We'd book again.”
Clean and very comfy beds. Love your pillows. Nice layout. Friendly greeting when we arrived.
Speight
couple
October 25, 2025
Owner and manager (nephew) were wonderful, and very helpful. You can't beat the location and view. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back!
Guest
solo_traveller
October 22, 2025
Easy checkin, clean room, excellent location, great view, quiet, nice TV, no issue with wifi streaming Blue Jays game! Lots of lighting, bathroom facilities were great, nice fresh soft towels. Downtown Lunenburg is such a nice area, close to Restaurants, walking waterfront etc.
christine
couple
October 19, 2025
“Excellent base”
Superb view from skylight. Very central location Spacious. Milk in fridge an example of thoughtful amenities
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Cycling
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Soundproof rooms, Allergy-free room, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking, Street parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available
Services
Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk, Express check-in/check-out, Luggage storage, Daily housekeeping
Oceanfront Executive King Room with Veranda
Located on the main floor, this room includes a king size bed, fitted with lavish 800-thread count, cotton blend sheets. It boasts a panoramic view of the waterfront and ocean. The bathroom features a bathtub, shower, toilet, sink and complimentary toiletries. Free WiFi is available.
Oceanfront King Room with Sunporch Balcony
This room includes a bed fitted with lavish 800-thread count, cotton blend sheets. It provides a semi-private, glass-enclosed sunporch with an impressive, third-storey view of Lunenburg's waterfront. The bathroom features a bathtub, shower, toilet, sink and complimentary toiletries. Free WiFi is available.
Side View Comfort King Room
Located on the main floor, this room includes a king size bed, fitted with lavish 800-thread count, cotton blend sheets. It provides a partial view of the harbour. The bathroom features a bathtub, shower, toilet, sink and complimentary toiletries. Free WiFi is available.
Sunrise Side View King Room
Located on the main floor, this room includes two double beds, fitted with lavish 800-thread count, cotton blend sheets. It provides an impressive, side view of the harbour. The bathroom features a bathtub, shower, toilet, sink and complimentary toiletries. Free WiFi is available.
Sunset Side View Superior King Room
The spacious double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The double room has parquet floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a safe deposit box. The unit has 1 bed.
Town View Compact King Room
This room includes a queen size bed, fitted with lavish 800-thread count, cotton blend sheets. It provides a view of the town. The bathroom features a shower, toilet, sink and complimentary toiletries. Free WiFi is available.
Town View Spacious King Room
Located on the second floor, this spacious room includes a king size bed. It offers a view of Old Town Lunenburg, with its vividly coloured homes. The bathroom features a shower, toilet, sink and complimentary toiletries.
Exclusive Oceanfront King Studio with Veranda
Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchenette, which has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The studio features air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Oceanfront Studio with Panoramic Opening Skylight
Offering free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Guests can make meals in the kitchenette that is fitted with a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The air-conditioned studio offers a flat-screen TV, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.
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