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15 Butler Crescent, Red Point Road, A0C 1B0 Bonavista, Canada

#6 of 9 hotels in Bonavista

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 84 B&B reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: September 18, 2023

    10
    Good hiking trails
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/a

    Being self contained was a bonus own private entrance , fully equipped kitchen so you can cook something if you did want to eat out , upstairs for bedroom .

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 11, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night

    A very beautiful and super clean room, bed very comfy. We did not use the kitchen but it was available. A great place to stay.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 8, 2023

    9.0
    Our stay was very pleasant and accomodations were top notch.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing I can think of

    Not applicable- no breakfast provided

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 7, 2023

    9.0
    We had a very enjoyable stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The property was full of character. The bed was very comfortable and the room was very clean.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2023

    10
    Perfection in an Inn on the Atlantic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Absolutely nothing!!

    Absolutely everything!! It's probably the most beautiful Inn I've ever stayed in. Beautiful family. I didn't want to leave!! 20 out of 10!! Great price as well.🥰

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2023

    10
    This is a great place and great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2023

    10
    Will be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Location- size of the space- right on the ocean and a fire pit

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 10, 2023

    10
    We really enjoyed sitting out looking at the ocean and the proximity to the tourist sites.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The stairs were a bit of a challenge as we had lots of suitcases and the stairs were narrow as it was a house that was originally built in 1915, but the decor and the ambience made up for it.

    We had our own kitchen facilities where we could make our own meals. We could go out on the property and sit on the hill that overlooked the ocean. It was so beautiful and the owners encouraged our sitting out and enjoying the view.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 10, 2023

    8.0
    We really enjoyed our stay. The owners are friendly, sincere, and care about their guests’ comfort.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There’s a few steps from the main bedroom to the bathroom- could be a trip hazard.

    Clean, charming, quiet, private, and so close to the ocean! I could see the ocean from the bedroom window. Bonus surprise: I didn’t realize that we would have access to a full kitchen!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2023

    9.0
    It was fine. Nice location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night

    Not specific to the resort, but the water from the taps was brown. Not very appealing to take a bath or shower

    Breakfast was not included. Location was ok. Place was imaculately clean

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2023

    10
    Exceeded expectations in every way and we would stay there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We couldn't ask for anything better. For us everything exceeded our expectations.

    We didn't know what to expect when we booked this location and I can tell you that it exceeded our expectation. The location was amazing across the street from the ocean and a very short drive to restaurants. Trails and Cape Bonavista Light house was just a short 5 min drive. The bedroom was beautifully kept and super clean. Kitchen was fully stocked with everything you needed to make food. Herb and Janice were always available to answer any questions you had. Thank you Herb and Janice.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 16, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely room with fireplace and sofa. View of ocean.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 7, 2023

    10
    Very cozy and full of history place in Bonavista
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night

    Cozy and sparkilng clean room in an old house full of history. Don't miss all the objects and explanations around the house. Bed was very confortable, we could hear de sea during the night. All directions, check-in and home instructions were very clear. The bathroom was super clean, functional and amenities were provided. I wish we could have stayed longer to have the time to talk and learn more about the owners!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 27, 2023

    9.0
    Great stay. Would return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was great

    N/a

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2023

    10
    Wonderful stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing to complain about.

    Great location, amazing room, and very helpful hosts. Go for it, I doubt you will find anything better in the area. I will definitely go back. Excellent WiFi and very comfy bed.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 17, 2023

    9.0
    Great unit in a lovely location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Shampoo and conditioner could have been supplied.

    A little difficult to find, but once in, the property was great. We experienced two separate units (I confused the dates, but Herb the host was most accommodating), and they were both spacious and excellent. Scrupulously clean and well set out, it was a very good experience. The outlook was a bonus, too. Highly recommended.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 16, 2023

    9.0
    Loved Bonavista!! ❤️
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The dormer ceiling was difficult to manoeuvre around without bumping your head, especially on the window side of the bed. Maybe a stronger colour distinction between the ceiling and wall would catch your eye?

    Beautiful, quaint, historical house. Lovely little kitchen to use. Very close to the water. 😄

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2023

    10
    wonderful experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    very nice room that felt like a 5 star hotel

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: July 13, 2022

    9.0
    Very enjoyable stay! Wonderful location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Difficult to find. We got lost so many times in Bonavista, but maybe that is just me.

    This 103 year old house has been beautifully renovated and decorated. The room had an attached sitting area, looking out over the sea. Amazing views over the water.We had the house to ourselves as 2nd guest had cancelled. We were greeted by host when we drove up. Very quiet and comfortable.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 10, 2022

    8.0
    Had a great time
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Didn’t realize there was no breakfast included

    Great location, friendly people all around.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 9, 2022

    8.0
    Lovely place, but we probably won’t stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The walls are paper thin so you can hear whatever your neighbour tourists are doing/saying even if not whispering. Herb (the owner) and his wife weren’t there while we stayed so I’m not sure about noise from downstairs. A tour of the kitchen might be nice so we don’t have to go through everything to see where things are/what they have. Didn’t have bikes but we made friends with the neighbours who lent us bikes for a few days. I’m not sure what the going rate for b&b’s are in the area but it did seem like a lot in retrospect. But everything seems to have gone up in cost in Nfld, our whole trip was a trip of “oh the cost has gone up since we checked in March…”

    I loved the room, we had the one with the extension that has a little viewing area so that you can watch the water from a couch or chair. It was within 10 minutes of arriving that we saw our first whale come up for a breath and went outside to get a better look. The bathroom was really lovely and clean. Bed is super comfy. Location of this place is fantastic. The best part about staying here was probably meeting the neighbouring houses - Peter from Red Point Retreat who was up there with his daughter and Charlene and Ryan who live across the street and gave us a real Newfie experience.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 8, 2022

    9.0
    Arrive and say yes this is quintessential Newfoundland at its best!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Spa Bath
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only suggestion is to have a little coffee/tea station in the room. Other the that it was a lovely accommodation.

    After a wonderful day driving up the peninsula to arrive at this historic home with it’s charm was just perfect!

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 5, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I thought when we booked it included breakfast and they are still including a ‘breakfast rating’ on the site, but there is NO breakfast. Would just have appreciated knowing that because we had nothing with us. Also after getting key, we saw no staff for the 2 days we were there. Just hard to ask questions etc.

    Location was amazing! Really pretty room and scenery. Everything super clean and well kept.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 3, 2022

    9.0
    Excellent, all around!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    was disappointed that breakfast wasn’t being served anymore. we also would have liked more host interaction.

    great location, lovely room, great view. Very comfortable.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2022

    9.0
    An enjoyable experience.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    J. was exceptionally helpful. The muskoka chairs overlooking the water were perfect for reading, having a drink and birdwatching.

    Stayed in June 2022

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