The Groundswell Pub & Inn

Kayaking at The Groundswell

The Groundswell Pub & Inn

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The Groundswell is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the hospitality of the Maritimes in Nova Scotia. Our comfortable and cozy rooms provide a tranquil environment to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Whether you’re looking for a place to stay or just a bite to eat, The Groundswell is the perfect spot for you. Come experience true relaxation with our excellent food, locally crafted beer and exceptional service.

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Man serving a beer at the Groundswell pub

See Rooms

A lobster boat tied up at a pier in the spring in the afternoon with a red barn and a white house in the background and calm water all around

Aerial View of the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island

Sun shining over an ocean beach on Isle Madame, Nova Scotia

Close up of the entrance to The Groundswell

Orange kayak with two fishing poles floating in still water along the coast of Isle Madame as the sun sets

Exterior of The Groundswell with an accessible ramp

Ocean surf at dusk near the Groundswell Pub & Inn

Wild lupins growing along the coast in Nova Scotia

The Cape Breton Island Experience

Located on Cape Breton Island's South Coast, we are the perfect place to stay for those wanting to experience the peace, beauty, and tranquility of Isle Madame as you explore everything Cape Breton has to offer.

Take a leisurely bike trip around the island, visit the Cabot Trail, go kayaking, or sit by the waters edge enjoying the slow rolling waves and natural beauty of this coastal paradise.

Kayak Rentals

Things To Do

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The Cape Breton Island Experience

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