Northern Light Inn
56-58 Main Highway, L'Anse au Clair, Newfoundland and Labrador A0K 3K0 Canada
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3.8
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3.6
The Northern Light Inn is the largest hotel in southern Labrador with 70 rooms, 5 housekeeping units, and an RV site to cater to the traveling public. The hotel also houses a family-style restaurant, lounge, gift shop, and conference facilities. With quality service as the utmost priority, the Northern Light Inn is proud to offer clean, comfortable accommodations, along with delicious meals and friendly service. The Northern Light Inn is where Labrador begins.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Non-smoking hotel
ATM on site
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Wifi
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Air conditioning
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Telephone
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56-58 Main Highway, L'Anse au Clair, Newfoundland and Labrador A0K 3K0 Canada
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The bed was comfortable , staff were friendly .Great location not too long a drive to catch the Ferry across to St Barbe . We ate at the restaurant there and it was a delicious Meal . What else can I say ,not much as we only spent one night there,checked in around 5 pm. , in the afternoon and checked out around 6 A.M., in the morning to catch Ferry . Everything was clean and neat ,very quiet ..
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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We had had some small rooms on our tour of Newfoundland and Labrador, so this was a welcome change. The country-style furniture might not look modern, but it was cozy and tasteful. Everything was spotless. We liked the tile and carpet combination on the floor for comfort and cleanliness. Again, the sink area was separate from the rest of the bathroom, and we find that a litle unusual, but it would be very handy with kids. Our room down a verrrry long hallway included a mini-fridge, microwave, two lounging chairs, two desks and comfortable beds. The wine glasses were a nice touch. There was also an ice machine in the hotel. The hotel itself was quiet except for the noisy water pipes. We found it hard to fine tune the heat and fan settings - there must have been a trick to it. The Wi-fi service was pretty sketchy, which seemed a common problem for the area. We reallly liked the open closet and the full width vanity. Breakfast choices included the Newfie Breakfast or the partridgeberry pancakes with sausage. Our tour included supper which consisted of seafood linguini - to die for.…
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Very friendly staff and a nice hotel. The mattress I had could use an update (could feel every spring) and the pillows were hard as rocks. Definitely a little dated and expensive but good for stopping to catch some zzzz's....definitely better than sleeping in the truck!!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We were there in June. The room (king-size and on the 2nd floor without an elevator) was large and roomy. There were two issues with it. 1. The heat (which is needed in Labrador even in June) when turned on was very noisy and could not be used. They brought us a portable heater instead, which worked well. 2. Underneath our window behind the building there was a generator which created fumes. We were not originally aware of this and had kept the window open to get fresh air.
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Room Tip: Choose the king-sized room
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The hotel itself is very dated and our room was not very clean. The stains on the carpet were atrocious and there were crumbs on the floor. When we informed the front desk staff they were quite rude and told us they can ensure the room was cleaned and we could go ahead and stay somewhere else if we wanted. A short while later the front desk staff called up to our room and offered to move us to a suite for the same price. The suite was nicer and cleaner but still very dated and the bed was very hard. The food at the restaurant and the proximity to the ferry are the only good things about this hotel. Definitely not worth the price and won't stay here again.
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Date of stay: July 2021
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Response from Brad Letto, Owner at Northern Light Inn
Responded Jul 5, 2022
We are sorry to hear that you were not pleased with your stay. We take great pride in the cleanliness of our establishment, and often receive compliments to this effect. If it was not clean, there must have been an error at the front desk in assigning the room, as again, we work hard to ensure that every room is clean and sanitized. We do apologize if our staff did not initially respond to your situation in an appropriate manner - this should never happen, as customer service is another of our top priorities. We take this very seriously, as our guests are the reason we exist. We thank you for bringing this to our attention and do wish you the very best in your future travels.
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The face to face service was excellent. Lady at front desk was very nice and helpful. Although the lack of communication wasn't the best. No notification letting us know that the kitchen and complimentary continental breakfast isn't a option anymore. The kitchen to not open until 11am. And still the same price overpriced rate. We as a family choose this hotel for the quick serve-yourself options with kids and to be able to make a early boat. Very disappointing this time. We know covid plays a part and just the knowledge of that service being gone would of helped me prepare for 3 small hungry kids at 6am. And. Needs new beds..
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Date of stay: November 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Brad Letto, Owner at Northern Light Inn
Responded Jul 5, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to let us know of your experience. As you are well aware, Covid restrictions and outbreaks shut a lot of things down, which was beyond our control. We worked hard to continue offering food to our guests during these challenging times. That, combined with limited staff, meant that we were only able to offer take-out service during select times. In the absence of serving breakfast, there were notifications in each room, outlining a food option (opening at 6 am) located just across the street. Just a few months into the pandemic, we, like everyone else, were trying our best. We apologize that this made things difficult for you. Thankfully, things are slowly getting back to normal. Wishing you and your family safe travels and all the best.
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I typically have low expectations for independent northern hotels. This one set the standard. Walked into the room to the smell of mould. Carpets extremelydirty and should be removed. Room was nice size. Staff friendly but the smell is overwhelming.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Response from Brad Letto, Owner at Northern Light Inn
Responded Aug 7, 2020
To begin, we would like to apologize that your stay was during a time when we were changing out some pipes under the building. This summer, we are doing renovations which also involves plumbing refits. This was the smell that you encountered and is no longer present. It is important for us to note that it was definitely NOT mould. Again, we are sorry that your stay was not how it should have been. Take care and safe travels.
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We stayed in a private cabin across the street from the motel. The compact cabin had everything that we needed for our one night stay (2 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchenette, sitting room). Convenience store and Tim Hortons were nearby. Favourite stop for bus tours and drivers starting or finishing their drive across Labrador. Satellite phones are available here. Small gift shop and restaurant on site. The cabin isn't soundproof but we were not bothered by any noisy neighbours.
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Date of stay: August 2019
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Response from Northern_Light_Inn, Public Relations Manager at Northern Light Inn
Responded Jan 15, 2020
Thank you so much for your review. We are happy to know that you enjoyed your stay with us. You are correct in that we have a wide assortment of services nearby. Our ideal location, along with our genuine quality services offered, makes it a favourite stop for visitors as you have identified. We certainly appreciate having you choose the Northern Light Inn as your Labrador home, and hope we will have the privilege of serving you again in the future. All the very best from our management and staff.
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We stayed here enroute to the Labrador-Newfoundland ferry. The inn's location had little other to recommend it, the room was small and not very comfortable, and the food was barely adequate. They could do better.
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Date of stay: August 2019
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Room Tip: on the back side, away from traffic.
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Response from Northern_Light_Inn, Public Relations Manager at Northern Light Inn
Responded Sep 14, 2019
We are a bit surprised by your comment and apologize that your experience was not the norm. Our rooms certainly reflect the standard size of most hotel rooms, with some being on the larger size! With hundreds of people staying at our hotel each week during peak season, we regularly receive compliments about the comfort and cleanliness of our rooms. Likewise, our meals are normally well received by tourists and locals alike. We can promise that we go to great lengths to provide each guest a quality experience in all aspects of our service. We wish you the very best in your future travels.
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Only had one night in Labrador [to tour as far as Red Bay]. The Inn was likely the best in the area. It was a bit different but fine. Toiletries and coffee/tea services were like any prior hotel in the province. Its restaurant had a varied selection with good seafood though another chap was just so so about his mussels. None of the four possible wifi connections worked, a bit disappointing. A lobby computer was connected so could get an email home. The tile on part of the room floor was unusual, compounding the fact the hotel had a cool temperature. The phone showed a message but it was a short in the system. Got a bit of exercise out of it. The hallways have little cushion, walking being a loud experience if you do not purposefully tread lightly. Staff were pleasant. The place overall did the job.…
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Date of stay: August 2019
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Response from Northern_Light_Inn, Public Relations Manager at Northern Light Inn
Responded Sep 14, 2019
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with us. We are pleased to know that you had a pleasant stay! It's great that you were able to avail of the services offered, including the lobby computer. As you may understand, the wifi strength is a bit beyond our control as it reflects the limited bandwidth available to the region as a whole. Thank you for staying with us and we hope to have the privilege of serving you again in the future.
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$147 - $147 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
70
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Frequently Asked Questions about Northern Light Inn
What are some of the property amenities at Northern Light Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Northern Light Inn?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Northern Light Inn?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Northern Light Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Greco Pizza Xpress, Jungle Jims, and Robin's.
Is Northern Light Inn located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.1 miles away from the center of L'Anse au Clair.
Does Northern Light Inn offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Is Northern Light Inn accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.