The Scotsman Inn
78 Coleraine Street
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Why people book this hotel
“We especially enjoyed the way the hosts encouraged the guests to socialize”
“Our hosts were very nice and cheerful :)”
“The breakfast was served in the beautifully restored dining room by our host all…”
“The view from the room”
“A delightful little continental breakfast with Sandy in his authentic Scottish k…”
“It was a lovely bed and breakfast, close to the town centre”
“The location within Pictou, very convenient”
“It was very easy to walk to the waterfront, and a few restaurants to choose from…”
“My stay was perfect , room was clean comfy and warm”
“Nice and clean rooms”
“Nice to have an attached parking lot”
“This is a well preserved historical building, beautifully furnished and with pri…”
Overview
This conveniently located bed and breakfast in Pictou is within 180 metres of the Northumberland Strait and Ship Hector Company Store. It serves a free daily breakfast and offers free Wi-Fi. All rooms have an en suite bathroom and air conditioning. During their stay, guests can relax on one of the several terraces with a book from the on-site library. They can also play Chess. Scotsman Inn Bed and Breakfast is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Decoste Entertainment Centre and Northumberland Fisheries Museum.
Traveller reviews
Marie
couple
January 19, 2026
“Five star ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ in every aspect”
We especially enjoyed the way the hosts encouraged the guests to socialize. We were thoroughly impressed by the comfort and restoration of the property. The breakfast was served in the beautifully restored dining room by our host all kitted up in his kilt. We have stayed in many inns & B&B's - this was by far the best.
Guy
extended_group
November 11, 2025
“Your Scottish home in the center of Pictou”
The nice building. The location within Pictou, very convenient. The view from the room. The very good bed. The dining room has a lot of character. Our hosts were very nice and cheerful :)
simpson_no
solo_traveller
November 6, 2025
My stay was perfect , room was clean comfy and warm . Cathy the hostess was a true character . If I'm back in area I would be sure to book in again . Thanks Hamish
Andrea
couple
October 18, 2025
“The cutest little inn on our journey through Nova Scotia.”
What a lovely charming place to stay. Sandy & Cathy were such lovely hosts, very friendly and kind. My husband being Scotish, I thought this would be a great place to stay for us. (He loved it) The building is lovely, peaceful, and very quiet. We did find the room on the small side, and there was no seating in the bedroom, just the bed and small chair. The little details in the bathroom were also such a nice touch, they really thought of everything! The library area, though, was a nice seating area. The charm of history was great from the hosts, and the artwork throughout was amazing. A delightful little continental breakfast with Sandy in his authentic Scottish kilt topped it off! It was very easy to walk to the waterfront, and a few restaurants to choose from were also nice. We did love talking to the hosts about their inn and my because my husband's Scottish, they chatted about "home." There is no elevator, so you have to walk quite a few steps, so it's not easy if you have mobility issues. We didn't mind the stairs at all, and the patio area was awesome. A cute little green space was also a nice addition for anyone to enjoy outside. Thank you, guys, for a wonderful experience! We loved this little town of Pictou. It's definitely worth staying for more than 1 night, which we only had time for. We really loved this little town on our journey thru the East Coast.
Douglas McCracken
couple
October 10, 2025
Too Precise.
Fabian
couple
October 1, 2025
“The best holiday experience in Nova Scotia.”
Comfortable accomodation and exceptionally good service.
Lorraine
couple
October 1, 2025
“Quirky, lots of stairs, served breakfast”
Quirky and very engaged hosts. Bed was very comfortable.
Gert
couple
September 28, 2025
Nice and clean rooms. Close situated to the seaside, many restaurant options. If you mind steep stairs (as mentioned on the proberties homepage), this could be an issue – not surprising in a historical house.
David
family_with_children
September 23, 2025
The decorating was amazing and Sandy was great!
Peter
couple
September 16, 2025
A beautiful patio and a very friendly host.
Jennifer
couple
September 14, 2025
“Very comfortable, good value for money with an excellent location,”
It was a lovely bed and breakfast, close to the town centre. Rooms were very well thought out. Bed was pretty high to get into (we are reasonably tall people). Breakfast was very good.
Raymond
couple
August 28, 2025
“This heritage inn provided a wonderful overnight stay in Pictou.”
Excellent location; walking distance to the Pictou waterfront attractions. Nice to have an attached parking lot. Our host was super friendly and quite the character. Breakfast was an "event", with freshly prepared, tasty food and pleasant conversation with the other guests. Our room was cozy and comfortable.
geoffrey
couple
August 19, 2025
“A lovely upmarket place to stay.”
Beautiful decor. The b&b has been very tastefully furnished and is spotlessly clean. Also liked the chance to talk to all the other guests while we were enjoying a free apéro on the terrace.
Janice L
couple
August 16, 2025
“Great stay and wonderful hosts”
The breakfast was great and Sandy and Kathy made it a wonderful experience. They were great hosts.
Luca
couple
August 15, 2025
This is a well preserved historical building, beautifully furnished and with private parking. The host is very friendly, fun and helpful. He gave us a lot of useful infos too. Finally: the breakfast - served in a beautiful room - was delicious and most important healthy.
Olivier
couple
August 10, 2025
“Must stay in Pictou !”
Exceptionnel host ! We arrived late, he helped us find food, was super friendly. If you pass by Pictou, this is the place to stay !
fiona
couple
August 10, 2025
“Excellent”
Loved everything about our stay and wish we’d been able to stay longer. Fabulous hospitality from very congenial hosts Highly recommend
Stephen
couple
August 4, 2025
Beautifully restored building filled with appropriate and tastefully decorated. Comfortable bed and pillows with good quality bedding Very welcoming owners. They shared the history of the place and great advice on places to eat plus items to order!
Wolfgang
family_with_children
August 4, 2025
“Most friendly accommodation in Nova Scotia”
Breakfast was served with pomp and ceremony Very warm hospitality
Philip
couple
July 30, 2025
Location was walking distance to everything. Hosts were welcoming. Lovely accommodation that was nicely renovated. The welcome drink was a nice touch.
Facilities
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
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Allergy-free room, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace, Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Street parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, 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
Services
Daily housekeeping, Meeting/banquet facilities, Tour desk, Barber/beauty shop, Luggage storage, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out
King Room
The double room offers air conditioning, parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room features heating. The unit offers 1 bed.
King Room
The double room features air conditioning, parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers heating. The unit has 1 bed.
King Room
The double room provides air conditioning, parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers heating and sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.
King Room
The double room provides air conditioning, parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.
King Room
The double room offers air conditioning, parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides heating. The unit has 1 bed.
King Room
The double room offers air conditioning, parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides heating and sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Queen Room
The double room offers air conditioning, parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.
Queen Room
Queen Room
Queen Room
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