Lane's Privateer Inn

6/10

Pleasant

22 Jul 2026

jamie

The bar was fun and good local beer selection but it closed early and nothing else was open

4/10

Poor

21 Jul 2026

Ken

Same dirt in the hallway for three days

Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Jul 2026

Janet

Older location but maintained and clean. Food was delicious however a little costly.

Business

6/10

Pleasant

19 Jul 2026

Donna

This place needs some updates. The area is beautiful with a space outside. The rooms are old and tired but the bed was comfortable enough. I feel like they don't have staff to clean rooms if you stay more than 1 day. I had to track down people for fresh towels for day 2. The website needs updates it doesn't have breakfast during the week. There is a lovely place across the bridge though. They let us use the area for family games after they closed for the evening that was awesome. We also had dinner there it was fantastic and the staff were lovely when we seen them. There is nobody at desk til 11am and not sure how to contact people if you needed.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

Geoff

Picked the property because of the picture of the room. It did not disappoint. The room was beautiful, comfortable yet rustic and tasteful. The restaurant served very good food although breakfast was just a brunch starting at 10.
Definitely would stay again

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

17 Jul 2026

Cathy

Location was convenient, Wi-fi and parking good. Property is dated but bed comfortable and clean. Mini fridge and microwave in the room but no kleenex and no plug in bathroom sink. Restaurant on site but we did not use. All in all acceptable but certainly not the Ritz!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

16 Jul 2026

Christopher

The TV / Fibre connection was temperamental and the staff did not make up the room between days with wild have been nice. Other than that it was nice

Partner

4/10

Poor

16 Jul 2026

Ann

They definately need to upgrade the cleaning. The carpet as soon as you walk in is filthy and stays that way throughout. The shower would not drain. When we checked in we were not told where our room was and had to wander around until we found it. It is a shame because the setting was nice and it could be a lovely old hotel.

6/10

Pleasant

15 Jul 2026

Wayne

Very convenient location and nice enough views and building… However, furniture felt more old than rustic… TV didn’t work, and had to pester The front desk for a receipt. Fair, but nothing to write home about.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jul 2026

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K

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2026

Susan

Great quite place

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Jul 2026

Melanie

A bit dated but comfy bed. Friendly staff. Bathroom is very awkward with configuration of toilet to tub. Very reasonable prices for the area. Restaurant is a bonus

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Jul 2026

Cindy

This is an older property, that could use some updating. Having said that, the room was spacious and clean enough. We enjoyed the restaurant onsite.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2026

Erika-Kristen

Lane’s is conveniently located close to the centre of Liverpool within short walking distance to shops and local attractions such as the Trestle Trail and Hell’s Bay Brewing Company and a short drive away from Cosby’s and beautiful beaches. Though a bit dated, the room was clean, comfortable and reflected a historic charm. The grounds offer a park like feel with a chance to watch seals chasing fish on the river. The front desk staff was helpful and friendly. The restaurant didn’t disappoint with a cozy atmosphere, traditional menu and selection of local wines and beers. It was a great choice for a mini weekend escape.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

06 Jul 2026

Julie

Location - close to town.
Great restaurant.
Heat pump.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2026

Chantal

Room was clean, with AC. Restaurant on site. Had a really nice stay.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Jul 2026

Jacquelyn

Beautiful view from our room. Charming place. Great for a stay as we travelled through.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Jul 2026

M-j

It took a while for the young man to arrive to check me in. It appeared he was alone and handling several tasks. My room was fine except I had to climb several levels of stairs outdoors - glad it wasn’t raining. For travelers with children the grounds around the Inn were substantial and well maintained. Great for kids to run around a bit after traveling.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

30 Jun 2026

Rye

Didn't like the fact that I had to ask for a hair dryer. Also room cleanliness was only adequate- the building truly does need a lot of tlc. Lighting in rooms dim that way you can't see the dust. This was our second visit there, but we won't return.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Jun 2026

Daryl

The location was excellent. A bit of a challenge lugging heavy suitcases up and down stairs

Family

6/10

Pleasant

27 Jun 2026

Lucille

Bon pour une nuit mais avec pas trop d'attente vieux la salle de bain aurait besoin d'amour.

Partner

4/10

Poor

27 Jun 2026

Aditya

The staff was very polite and helpful. The property was clean but definitely wasn't value for money. The first room which was alloted was having smoke smell despite being smoke free. They changed our room another, which was facing the road, despite the windows being closed, the external sounds from the road weren't stopping. The lawn area near the property had dog-feces all-over and hence walking on same wasn't possible. Overall the rent charged seemed to be way high when, there wasn't any breakfast included in the package inspite of having a restaurant in the property. There are a lot of improvements possible for the upkeep and renovations. Definitely not recommended at the rate charged.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2026

Elizabeth

The staff was great and the room comfortable. The AC kept us nice and cool. Check out Beach Meadows... amazing !

Elizabeth Jewers-MacLean

Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Jun 2026

Emma

Basic, but good. Would have been nice if the front desk was open earlier, and if the restaurant was open for breakfast

Business

8/10

Excellent

22 Jun 2026

naruemon

Good location, close to town and river. Overall is good, room clean but the carpet had some dirty spots. Reception always busy had to ring the bell and waiting.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

18 Jun 2026

Ludmila

The only good thing about this property is the price.
But I guess What you pay what you get!

Friends

8/10

Excellent

13 Jun 2026

Don

Old world charm.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

12 Jun 2026

Alyssa

Room was decent with a nice view. Food in the restaurant is fantastic

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Jun 2026

Patricia

The grounds were very nice, beautiful scenery, close to all amenities. The room was nice, the bed was very unique, the mattress wasn’t very comfortable, the duvet had something on it which we didn’t use. The top sheet had stains like dye or something. We would go back for one night. The restaurant was nice, very pleasant waitress, the food is delicious, but the prices are quite high. We did enjoy our stay.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Jun 2026

Gary

Very nice place to stay. The bed and shower pressure were outstanding. Our stay was enjoyable, however the staff would not make the effort to return a lost item left behind in the room, even though we offered to pay the postage.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Jun 2026

Christian

Clean place and a very good restaurant.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Jun 2026

Douglas

Good value. External stairs to our room. Would like to know when booking.

Partner

4/10

Poor

06 Jun 2026

Ron

The building is old and not well maintained. It was very noisy listening to water running, people talking, alarms going off at all hours. The A/C did not work either so very hot at night.

Partner

4/10

Poor

03 Jun 2026

Brian

Not a bad place, if you MUST stay in Liverpool. But I would recommend not staying here. Drunks in the parking lot, one towel in the room. A/C and heat did not work.

Family

8/10

Excellent

31 May 2026

Douglas

Staff were excellent. Helpfull and polite. The restaurant menu was great as well as our dinner. If you like local beer Dirty Blonde beer was terrific. Although the weather was very cold and wet Inn was comfortable and friendly. It is also a short walk to grocery, drug stores and for a great cappaccino try Main & Mercy downtown

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

karyn

Historical old hotel
Built in 1700s.We like it because previous family generations have always visited and socialized here. New osners are workong hafd to run this property. Local people including our famiy love their food and and coffee is excellent. Locals are incrrasing eaging here.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 May 2026

Debbie

Mold on bathtub non-slip mat and shower curtain. Exposed plumbing is very noisy. Location is great. There are lots of chairs to sit at the river.

Self

4/10

Poor

21 May 2026

Mary Jane

Inn is old and tired looking.

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2026

Christina

Clean room, beautiful location and good food in attached restaurant.

6/10

Pleasant

15 May 2026

Lynne

This grand old property needs a refresh. Outside is badly in need of a complete paint job. Room was clean but furniture is very worn in places. Staff were very helpful to me with my mobility issues as there is no elevator. Very steep stairs. Restaurant was very good.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2026

Brigitte

Super nice stay

8/10

Excellent

29 Apr 2026

Patrick

Great location. Building is somewhat dated. Responsive staff.

4/10

Poor

12 Apr 2026

Eva

Parking was available, staff in the restaurant were very friendly. Did not eat there but heard it’s good. The staff at the front desk were not overly friendly or informative if they were even there. And the place itself and our room were gross. Carpets dirty, on the bed a sheet and a thin yucky bedspread. Dirty bathroom. Could hardly sit on the toilet because the bathtub was in the way. Wallpaper hanging of the wall, bedside table paint coming off. Anyway, never staying there again. The locals seemed to all know about the bad state it was in and how it used to be nice. The pics on their website are surely from that time when it was under different management (so I was told). We actually left at 4 am the last day because we couldn’t take it anymore. Should have walked out the moment we got there.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Nancy

It was very peaceful area to stay.
The beds were very comfortable and very quiet for sleeping.
Close to restaurants and we ate at the hotel restaurant it was really good

8/10

Excellent

20 Mar 2026

wayne

Peaceful

4/10

Poor

19 Mar 2026

Verna

The pictures they provide on their website certainly arent the same as the room we stayed in...no shade on lamp, tv wouldnt work...not a place id stay again. I should have taken pictures.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Mar 2026

Marc

It was fine, property is dated, but it suited the price range.

2/10

Poor

17 Feb 2026

Stephen

When checking in, had to wait for someone to come to front desk. After getting into room, did bed sheet and pillow check. Way too many hairs to count. Asked to get sheets changed. After being changed, rechecked. I stopped counting long hairs after 4 just on the first pillow cover. I left. Unacceptable.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jan 2026

Kim

Room was clean, staff was very friendly and accommodating. We had to checkin very late in the evening and they were ok with this. They even allowed us to check out a little late which was extremely helpful.

The restaurant attached is lovely and the food is delicious and the staff are friendly, attentive and efficient. Highly recommend!

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

26 Dec 2025

Walter

Room was great bathroom should be updated was really cramped using the toilet was a challenge knees right up against tub

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

04 Dec 2025

Roland

Room was downright dirty.. not sure where to start… front desk had no personality, bathroom was old and every crevice was not cleaned.
Really need a consultant to go through property and list changes needed…

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Nov 2025

Tim

Cleanliness and proximity to amenities. Sufficient parking.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2025

Mark

Food was great accommodation was comfy an cosy, great do a quick trip away

Business Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Nov 2025

Melinda

The room was clean, its a big old home! Lots of stairs to use.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Nov 2025

Lunetta

Bed spread had stains. Dead bolt did not work

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

03 Nov 2025

Donna

Room was not clean. Bed was not level - head was lower than rest of the bed, making it difficult to get comfortable. No one available at the front desk after 6pm.

4/10

Poor

31 Oct 2025

Margaret

Tired property. Issues with heat and satellite.

Business Partner

6/10

Pleasant

25 Oct 2025

franklin

sheets and bathroom were clean, but you could tell that no one was dusting the lamps, so overall cleanliness mediocre

6/10

Pleasant

21 Oct 2025

patricia

Couldn't make it up the narrow stairs to room on 1st floor, so had to change to outside room. So I paid for 2 beds, but changed to one because I couldn't do the stairs. No change in pri. The room was not worth $165 a night.

Leisure

4/10

Poor

19 Oct 2025

franklyn

Do not stay here.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Oct 2025

bruce

yes

6/10

Pleasant

15 Oct 2025

Michael

Restaurant was busy and it was Thanksgiving so people weren't at the desk. Floor had a slope and shower needs work. Dated but ok.

10/10

Exceptional

13 Oct 2025

Alan

Parking was easy and safe

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2025

David

Carefully maintained rooms and premises in older building.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

10 Oct 2025

ARAM

Convenient location

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

06 Oct 2025

Brad

Old established hotel that has being neglected and needs a retrofit.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

03 Oct 2025

Garnet

Overall I cant say the room was clean but could use more of through cleaning and tidiness. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Sep 2025

Darlene

We loved our stay. The staff were friendly. Food at the restaurant was delicious and live Music was great. Sunset across the water from the lawn. and Close to a beautiful walk around downtown.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Sep 2025

Christine

Good experience. Very enjoyable

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2025

Donald

We were able to sit outside in the sun by the water. Beautiful.

4/10

Poor

22 Sep 2025

Anthony

The Inn is definitely showing its age
Check in was “1st name , here’s your key and it’s on the 1st floor
Walked in and smell perfume sprayed to cover up must
The bed frame was on blocks and you still sloped lower towards the headboard

The restaurant did have charm, I’d say the food was as excellent and priced well

I am sad to say I wouldn’t be staying there again , however I’d eat there in a heartbeat

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2025

John

It was fine.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

20 Sep 2025

Peter

The room did not match the photo advertised. The room was depressing, hot and colourless.

Partner

4/10

Poor

20 Sep 2025

Jeanette

It looked quaint on website but was actually very old and run down, worst beds we encountered on three week Maritime Road trip. The guy when we checked in was not friendly and it was like we were bothering him when we checked in. Would never recommend this place to anyone

2/10

Poor

18 Sep 2025

Meghan

Pass on this one

I wouldn’t recommend a stay here. The first room I was offered had a 2 foot long spread of black mould on the bathroom wall and ceiling. The second room was in better condition, but the mattress was definitely older than me. I wish the duvet insert had a cover on it or at least a sheet on top of it, as many hotels now do. Only one lamp worked so the room was very dark.

The place looks cute and historic in photos, but feels grimy and run down.

There is a nice outdoor area that looks out onto the water. I spent a lot of time here avoiding my room.

Business

6/10

Pleasant

18 Sep 2025

Stephen

Go to room 104 and have a look inside and outside the room. Very little maintenance done. Will not be back.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2025

James

A yestiyear inn upgraded with modern conveniences

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2025

Alan

Nice spot.

6/10

Pleasant

13 Sep 2025

Malcolm

Average place, nice location but very creaky and not a great night's sleep

8/10

Excellent

13 Sep 2025

Floyd

Ideally located for the visit. Friendly staff, very have accommodating. Dining was enjoyable, very good meals and service,
Building is old but well maintained. External noise (other rooms, walkways etc) was a bit of a distraction . Room was comfortable but did not have a coat rack. TV was difficult to operate (two controls).

Business_and_leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

10 Sep 2025

Gina

Disappointed with Quality

Easy parking. Central to downtown. Lovely lawn overlooking the Bay. Nice restaurant. But don't stay in the side building, with only outside stairs to walk up with luggage. The rooms are NOTHING like those pictured. More like a 1 star hotel/motel. Run down, old spring mattress. Pillows too high. Very dark room. Mold in bathroom around the bath. But awesome water pressure. Broken toilet. Ask to stay in the main building, where I assume those pictures are from. Should have realized with the low price, you get what you pay for.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Sep 2025

Carolyn

The service was excellent. The food in the restaurant was fantastic.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Sep 2025

Grace

A pleasant spot to stay

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

03 Sep 2025

Susie

Old world charm

Very nice place and reasonably priced. Old world charm for sure, great food in the restaurant, loved to sit by the water in the morning and drink my coffee, it has stairs so please be aware of that!! It had the coolest phone lol

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

02 Sep 2025

Vanessa

I love the staff and they are so nice but the rooms aren't very clean and my pillow cases had hair all over them when I called them they did come and change them but behind night stands and tv stand and bed there is loads of dirt not sure who is doing the cleaning but they should have a talk to them.

6/10

Pleasant

31 Aug 2025

Morgan

It felt like we were at a motel. They also didn’t clean our room each day or provide new towels.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

30 Aug 2025

David

Well situated and good for discovering the area. Needs a bit of an upgrade, parts were looking tired. Doesn't live up to its history (we were in the annexe rooms, maybe the main rooms do). Brunch only available at the weekend.........doesn't say this on the website - please update this. Tiniest bath towels of our entire trip........ please get towels that actually cover. Restaurant was very good and the staff in there were great.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 Aug 2025

Andre

Office closed in the morning until 1100 am. Garbage left in room, and soap scum on the edge of the sink. Long black hair left on the tub

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2025

MALGORZATA

We liked location and surroundings of the hotel. It was nice to eat breakfast by the river.

8/10

Excellent

28 Aug 2025

Rosanne

The property is beautiful and the staff was lovely. Lots of hot water and great pressure. It's close to everything and has a beautiful park like water front view. I'd stay there again. I just wish that the bed was more comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Aug 2025

Marcel

Really cosy

4/10

Poor

22 Aug 2025

Connie

The room was very dirty, I had to go out for wipes to clean all surfaces. The bed was o.k but still old. We frooze the first night until we asked for another blanket. Will never stay again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Aug 2025

Karen

What a great hotel! Historic property nicely made into spacious rooms. Beautiful landscaping and large yards. The walk along the river was mystical. The only negative is that I asked for our room to be made up (we stayed 2 nights) and it didn't get done, so we had to go to the front desk for towels and toilet paper. Make sure to visit Cosby's garden Centre. It's close and absolutely magical. Our two day stay in Liverpool was super. We will stay here again ❤️ and book this hotel again. Thanks for wonderful memories.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

19 Aug 2025

Susan

Office and restaurant completely closed in the morning. No one around to check out with, left with a unkept feeling.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Aug 2025

Jeff

Nice clean establishment! Lots of great food! Seafood chowder is to die for 👍

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Aug 2025

Jean-Luc

Price ok and clean

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Aug 2025

Robert

Been a few yrs since I stayed there, love the quaint clean rooms and specially the grounds by the river.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Aug 2025

Verified traveler

Bed comfort -- good mattress and pillows, comfy

General report: The building is old, but well cared for. I like the ambience. Enjoyed sitting under the trees by the river in the breeze. Good service at dinner. Comfortable beds and I especially liked being able to open the windows. Bathroom is good condition. And the prices were very economical. Would go there again. Eleanor

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

11 Aug 2025

Greg

Soso Liverpool stay

Dated property. Worn plywood walkways leading to rooms. Hard bed. Liquid food stains on wall pictures.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Aug 2025

Don

Quaint Inn

It’s not a bad place and good location. Food in Restaurant is good. Beds are not comfortable and wifi is basically non-existent. Lots of hot water in shower. It’s 1960’s which is not all bad.

Friends_and_family Family