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Keltic Lodge- Ingonish, NS
Keltic Lodge is a case study in historic property mismanagement. It's an absolutely stunning waterfront property that closed due to deferred maintenance, lack of planning and greed. While the location is still absolutely breathtaking, the closure of the iconic main lodge is nothing short of a tragedy.
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The Lord Nelson Hotel- Halifax, NS
Located across from Halifax's serene Public Gardens, The Lord Nelson Hotel has been welcoming visitors since 1928. Almost a century later, the Grande Dame retains a regal, albeit a bit dated, air- which I find preferable to an overly renovated property.
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The Little Inn- Bayfield, ON
Located at the end of Bayfield's Main Street, The Little Inn has been welcoming visitors to the tiny lakeside town for over a century. Originally an 1850s era stagecoach stop, the inn later housed tourists who came to the area for fishing, swimming and boating.
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Fairmont Le Château Frontenac-Quebec City, QC
Château Frontenac is said to be the most photographed hotel in the world. This is absolutely believable, because it is impossibly photogenic, and definitely one of the most stunning hotels I have ever seen- a dreamy castle in the sky, perched over one of the most beautiful cities in North America.
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Inn Buffalo off Elmwood
I recently stayed at a chain hotel, and it reminded me of all the reasons I usually avoid them. First and foremost, it was just so beige, and without a shred of character. The same cannot be said for the Inn Buffalo, which is a lovely amalgamation of architectural styles that all work well together.
