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Reviews of Shining Waters Country Inn 3 stars

7600 Cawnpore Lane, C0A 1N0 Cavendish, Canada

#11 of 27 hotels in Cavendish

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 229 hotel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    7.2

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    9.0
    We stayed for 1 night and would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    At first we weren’t so sure about it but we stayed in the main house in a king suite with soaked tub & it was fabulous! Super comfortable!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    8.0
    Quaint property, helpful staff, and family friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No microwave in the room and breakfast wasn’t until 8:00 am. We had a booking for a bicycle at 8:00

    It is in a quiet area but not far from the highway and beach hiking trails. Our room was spacious.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Honestly, not much to complain about. If I had to mention one thing, I just wish the price was a little lower. But considering the quality of the service and the location, it was still totally worth it.

    Emily at Shining Waters Inc. was absolutely wonderful — super welcoming and easy to talk to. Honestly, I could’ve chatted with her for hours! (If you're reading this, thank you again — you truly a game changer!) The location is perfect — just steps away from the beach, scenic trails, and food stores. The room was very clean, and the bed was really comfortable, which I appreciated after a long day. Although the room didn’t have a fridge or microwave, everything I needed was available 24/7 in the common area. I mentioned to Emily that I’d be leaving early, and she thoughtfully prepared a breakfast pack in a cooler — such a kind gesture. Would I recommend it? Definitely yes!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

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    Location was perfect. Breakfast was fairly good. We liked the access to coffee and tea and the lobby was spacious with a lot of character.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Good location close to Cavendish Beach and other tourist attractions.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    7.0
    Friendly and helpful reception.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very dated but not cozy. Head board bolted to 2x4s to wall, preventing access to electric plug for CPAP. Killed the earwig in the room- dated windows. Parking was on grass, and it rained, so things got a little messy. Did not see the pools, which may be great. Only stayed one night, so the place did not have much of a chance to change my first impressions.

    Friendly reception. Hotel near the green gables museum.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    9.0
    Comfortable good conversation with front desk employees
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Basic Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    My stay wasn’t longer

    The front desk employees friendly and welcoming.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Walking distance to beach and restaurant. Adorable property

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The inn is very old. It has not been updated in the last 30 yrs. Floors uneven. Windows have moisture damage. AC to loud too run. Thankfully it was cooler weather. Staff were there, not so interested in hosting. Wearing earbuds, ' it might take a couple hrs for tv cable to refresh". Dirty old ashtray on the 'terrace". The price was too much for such a run down inn. No one cares about it.

    Good location. Close to beach and restaurants, activities and trails. Clean towels and nice quilt on the bed.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a quaint little area that's close to Green Gables Heritage Place and Cavendish Beach. It's a collection of cottages perfect for families. The cottage had a full kitchen, bathroom, living room with sleeper sofa, and a bedroom. Also had a propane BBQ out front. We were upgraded to a cottage due to a plumbing issue in the original booking.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Stairs were a bit awkward for this old gal with suitcase. Had to ask for a chair for my room - not a problem.

    Great breakfast. Awesome location. Staff were friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2024

    8.0
    Well situated for our trip as we wanted to drive around the island to view the scenery.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was upstairs, so a bit of a challenge for my husband but we managed.

    Easy to find, friendly staff, comfortable beds and hot water. Would stay there again.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2024

    7.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was an end of season feeling to the place - supplies weren't being replenished in the public areas, the bin was full to bursting in the public washroom, breakfast was sparse, pool was closed.

    Beautiful charming building and excellent location, the room was big and comfortable. Lovely public areas and made to feel very homely.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    What's not to like about Anne of Green Gables country? Green Gables golf course was reasonable and fun to play. The beaches are superb. The Blue Mussel has excellent seafood

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2024

    8.0
    We were only there one night, but we enjoyed it. It was very sweet.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It wasn’t so much about not liking, but just knowing what it is. With the building being older and original, you had to be prepared that it was unique and not like a traditional hotel. This was what we were looking for, so it was great. I should mention that we stayed in the hotel, not the cabins, so I cannot speak to those.

    It is an older building with tons of charm. Excellent location, the staff were great, and our breakfast was good.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2024

    7.0
    The room was very small but the beds were comfy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Basic Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parts of the building are starting to need some repairs, painting, etc.

    It was adequate

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2024

    9.0
    nice place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The one of the rooms had poor insulation and my mom couldn't sleep at all because the room got really cold at night. It might be nice to have extra blankets in a room.

    Charming heritage house with cute interior. We didn't know but it came with breakfast.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2024

    8.0
    The place was clean and charming.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The floor is crooked in the room and you can see the bend in the main ceiling beam downstairs. Other than that, the place is great! Lady at the front desk assured me it's safe, been like that for decades.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2024

    7.0
    It was a convenient location and any for the price but we would not choose to stay here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The building is old and tired. Pretty from the outside, but old worn out carpets, uneven floors, poorly draining sink and tub.

    The location was perfect for a walk down to Cavendish Beach. Nice breakfast options in a buffet.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Uneven floors, cheap door lock

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The floor very un even couldn't even walk straight. The bed against the window. Window as a head board, so the branches from the tree kept us up most of the night since it was windy that night.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 September 2024

    9.0
    Comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and quiet

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2024

    9.0
    Convenient to visit top PEI attractions
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wish there is a (mini) fridge in the rooms

    Location, hot breakfast, deck

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Basic Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would love to have a coffee maker in the room.

    Wonderful, and charming place at the center of everything. Very friendly staff.

    Stayed in August 2024

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