Dalvay by the Sea Hotel

Beautiful building with knowledgeable staff on the history of home and surrounding land. Loved being close to a walkable beach

Beautiful location, wonderful staff and lake view. Room access is by long stair cases and this was a challenge for one of us with balance issues as a senior.

Beautiful old country house on the ocean with excellent dining and very unique stay experience.

Property needs major revamp.

Our stay at the Dalvay was fantastic. The hotel is beautiful and the staff was so friendly and accomodating. The restaurant was equally as good and I highly recommend trying the chicken dinner and chowder. The hotel grounds were so peaceful. I highly recommend this hotel.

Beautiful

Is definitely a place where you step back in time. The woodwork and the furniture are such an experience because it’s all very 1800s early 1900 setting. The preparation of the food and the presentation is absolutely wonderful. It is not your traditional motel it’s a hotel with a time stamped flare.

The hotel was gorgeous it was like stepping back in time.

Beautiful property and interior.

Shower, bed great. Atmosphere was excellent, highly recommend.

Location is amazing! Area beautiful. Staff great. Amenities are expensive. Dust hanging from fans. Windows are mouldy and ill fitting. Furnishings are tired. Everything needs painting and TLC. Outside pathways are pitch black. There is a balance between historic/romantic and safe/practical. Dalvay needs to find that balance.

Very great way to start an Anna green gables tour

Right by the beach and nature. Historic charm.

Fantastic experience. Due to its age it is dated but a must do experience.

Food not that great

Beautiful Inn that offers room with individual bathrooms attached. Dining was 5 star!!!

Good scenic place. Need to focus more on deep cleaning, ac filter full of dust probably never cleaned, had to request cleaning as not good for allergies. Better idea have ac installed in windows as less noisy. Windows had spiders and other insects between panes, over all windows etc. need thorough deep cleaning. Rest of the room seemed ok in terms of cleaning.

Not to much to do.

A beautiful heritage building, warm and welcoming! Staff were pleasant and helpful, the restaurant was great. Just a great vibe in an old building with lots of history in a beautiful location in the park. Enjoyed the large fireplace in the entry. The grounds are beautiful too.

I've always wanted to stay at Dalvay by the sea and splurged for my bday. Beautiful old property with lots of cachet and some updates to bring it to today's standards (portable AC, power bar to add outlets, etc.). No TV but WiFi was available. It was cold for mi-June so the fireplaces were lit which made it cozy with plenty of spaces to sit and enjoy a glass, a book or a board game. We splurged on a delicious breakfast the next day. Our room on the second floor was spacious and comfy with a king bed. Sadly the bed frame needed some TLC because our heads were lower than our feet.

A very pleasant single night stay in a place of historic origins. All staff we encountered were friendly, very attentive and knowledgeable about the history of the building, its original builders and past residents. Experiencing a century's step back in time within the original decor and ambiance and "old school" service was an extremely refreshing change from typical hotels. Being early in the summer season, we found the beach was nearly deserted for a late morning walk. Not to be missed if you have the opportunity, even if just for a refreshment or a meal. Reserve well ahead (months, not weeks) if you intend to stay during peak times.

Great setting and location. Short walk to beautiful PEI beach. Friendly staff. A charming building with a great porch, lobby and library lounge. Highly recommended.

Well kept historic site and beautiful interior.

Excellent hospitality. One of the most charming places I’ve stayed. If back in the area, wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. The smell of firewood fills the place in the most comforting way. It was clean, quiet, and full of old world charm.

Loved that it was a historic property in a national park. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, and the food was excellent. We would highly recommend staying here.

Such an incredibly beautiful and charming place to stay!

Really fun staying in a historic mansion. The rooms and facilities were in great shape. The staff were really pleasant and friendly. Would definitely stay here next time we are in PEI

Exceptional

Staying at Dalvay was a dream 40 years in the making and it did not disappoint! The property is as idyllic as the setting. The rooms are well-appointed and the common areas are as cozy as home, with a crackling fire burning all day. The staff are clearly passionate about what they do. I cannot say enough about this beautiful place. I would give it 10 stars!

We had a great one night stay. The restaurant was delicious and we enjoyed unwinding and playing a board game by the fire.

Mackenzie at the desk was wonderful. Lovely historic property. Comfortable lobby spaces with fireplaces and books, etc. Walking distance from the lovely Dalvay Beach.

Unaware there was no tv on the property. Staff were excellent. And so were the lovely geese. So very sweet.

Our stay at Dalvay by the Sea Hotel was magical! The property was incredible, the staff was lovely, and the room was clean and comfortable. We ate at the restaurant twice (dinner and breakfast) and both were WELL worth it. We would return in a heartbeat!

It’s a inn very historic place

Beautiful place,fantastic staff, wonderful meal in the magnificent dining room

This property was once an amazing home for a wealthy family. It is 100+ years old and still very impressive but it should be a museum or a restaurant not a hotel. It is in very poor rundown condition. There are no elevators which is hard if you are put on the third floor. In the room, there are no coffee makers, no mini fridge, no clock, no tv, no ac. Paint is peeling on all the woodwork, difficult to open the door as the rug is higher than the door bottom. Ice machine was broken, hot water takes 10 minutes of running the tap. Any renos that were once done were done on the cheap not consistent with the original quality that the house was built. The bed was comfortable. The staff was very nice. It was a big disappointment. This place could be made great but sadly it is not.

Food was amazing 10/10, unfortunately it was cool in the dining room due to cooler outdoor temperatures, rank it higher than Michael Smith’s, it is a more quaint venue, definitely will RETURN and recommend it HIGHLY

I cant say enough about how nice the property is and the staff is friendly. Walking the grounds down the the lake was really nice and a short walk to the beach for viewing a sunset tops off the evening. You can then come back to the Inn to enjoy a drink by one of their fireplaces.

Beautiful, historic building. No elevators, no TVs, no coffee in rooms. Just not my idea of a place to stay. Not very sound proof. Close to beach. My opinion

From the moment we stepped into the hotel we were greeted and taken care of by David and his team. The hotel is like stepping back in time to the type of inn you see in the movies, beautiful woodwork, classic styling and roaring fireplaces in the library and front entry. Whether enjoying tea and coffee in the morning of a glass of wine in the evening you don't even want to leave. Quiet, elegant and an excellent restaurant all on property.

It was amazing. We would love to stay again. Very relaxing.

Lots of history. Weather was not the greatest so any trip to the beach or outside activities were little to none. There are no televisions - so games, a laptop or other technology would be useful if trying to pass time or occupy the littles (if any). I was surprised there were no face cloths. Sometimes this is all we need so would save on hand and bath towels.

Very neat spot

Beautifully appointed. Excellent service from all staff.

It was gorgeous stay.

Great property! Absolutely beautiful!

Very grand old hotel, staff very accommodating

The ambience was lovely, sitting in big comfortable chairs or sofas in front of a fire that was kept replenished with firewood all day and night. The setting is gorgeous. This was the most relaxing part of our trip. I could have stayed much longer. The staff went the extra mile to be helpful. The owner (operator) was most gracious.

Wonderful cozy old style inn. The place is beautiful but the warm friendly and very accommodating staff make the experience excellent.

The staff at the front desk and restaurant was very nice and helpful. I would stay here again and recommended God Bless

The huge house is exceptional architecturally and recalls a past era of fine country living. The dining facilities and food are first rate;. the property is well kept and features its own lake ; broad verandahs overlook garden and croquet areas. The many rooms are comfortable and well decorated while varying greatly in size and view.. I will visit again and stay longer.

The cottage was clean and beautifully maintained... the staff were amazing ... food was great! The scenery is beautiful and so relaxing... the manager is kind and very professional!

Very enjoyable. Restaurant and lobby got a bit warm in the day.

Staff was superb

We had a great stay at the Dalvay. The smell of the wood burning fireplaces greets you when you walk into the hotel. If you are looking to experience the charm of yesteryear this is the place for you.

There were so many cozy areas situated around the woodburning fireplaces. The staff was excepionally friendly and helpful. This grand hotel is very old and it felt like stepping back in time to stay there. It was in a great location from which to explore PEI.

Beautiful Property

A return visit to Dalvay after many years proved you can’t go home again. Expecting a 4-5 star experience we were greeted with a third floor cold and drafty room (albeit with a view of the lake) and with a bed that the biggest bear must have slept in, and that left me clinging to the side lest I fall into the middle. My husband was greeted with a cold shower wake up after his golf round which he hasn’t needed in a while. Things were remedied to some extent by the intrepid Nettie who should be canonized and by Spencer who was efficient and solicitous. Housecoats would be a welcome addition as well as steps into the claw foot tub showers ( not for the faint of heart!!) The fires are warm the prices are high and the beach is beautiful

Hi whatca romantic gorgeous hotel. Above and beyond anything i could dream of. Right out of a fairy-tale ❤️ 💙

Wonderful property. Room was quite cold.

Loved our stay in this older mansion. Wood burning fires were a nice edition. Staff was very attentive and affable.

The property is divine! The food is fabulous....every single dish! The servers, front desk personnel and management were all lovely...a special mention to David, Vickie and Nicole. I was made to feel like family. Loved the proximity to the water with miles of red sandy beach. Would return in a heartbeat! ❤️ Jody.

This place is awesome no changes needed

Heaven! C'est le paradis!

Outstanding historical property and superb staff!

It’s getting tired and rundown. Looks great from a distance, but needs a total refurbishment

Delicious food. Oh the mussels were so yummy!! and the seafood chowder. Our room was lovely, with a view of the lake (and lots of Canada geese!). Lots of comfy sitting spaces indoors and out. The staff were all very well trained and made us feel really welcome

1. The cabin was great and very clean. Exceeded my expectation. 2. The restaurant... Over prices, marginal food and poor service. 3. Billing... Staff poorly trained. Could not give me a copy of my incidentals and billed me for charges I did not incur. 4. Suggestions.. Train your staff better and fire your chef.

David managed to upgrade us to a cabin to accommodate allergy sensitivity. Were mere steps away from main building. Very private and quaint. Staff in dining room were very friendly and meal didn’t disappoint. Not much of anything else near the property as it is located within a Provincial Park.

Great!!

This hotel may not be for everyone as it is Historical. There are no elevators or modern rooms and washrooms. There is also no TV or clocks on site. It is a great place to stay. Rooms are large. All of the staff will go the extra to ensure you are happy. On-site restaurant is reasonably priced with great food. We would definitely stay heard again

Very nice place, unique old charm and right by the sea, close to national park trails and the staff were awesome Would definitely stay again.

Fantastic service. Gorgeous property! Enjoyed every minute.

Absolutely stunning place. I don't usually care for Inn's but this was remarkable.

Best stay we have ever had anywhere!!! Staff, history and facilities were at the top of the list. We were treated like a king and queen while staying there!!! This place has a very special place in our hearts and look forward to returning there very soon!!!

I loved the roaring fireplaces. The proximity to the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The dining experience. Friendliness of the staff.

The property has old world charm and most of the staff, particularly diningroom staff, was friendly and accommodating. There was no sound suppression between rooms. Our room needed some attention by the maintenance and cleaning staff such as dust and debris behind the furniture and the drapes couldn't be closed properly. When checking out, we were not asked how our stay was. We saw two members of upper manager without masks in the lobby and library breakfast area while the guests and staff were required to be masked. We do want to emphasize that the diningroom staff was friendly and accommodating.

This was the first time I not asked about my stay at checkout. The hotel is not really guest centric. Closing the restaurant without informing guests is another example. This is important as the location is in the middle of nowhere. A heads up would have been appreciated. Rooms are very tiny and dark.

Great place

Nice place and the personnel were simply just perfect. However, we were very disapointed that the owners and personnel were not wearing masks at all in this period of COVID. This is a shame.

This beautiful 1895 Inn is a beautiful walk in history. The staff are amazing. Food was fantastic. The provincial beach is the best on the island.

We stayed for two nights, and our first evening dinner was fantastic! Both the food and service was incredible. Unfortunately, it was all downhill from there. The service at breakfast the next morning was terrible. It was so bad that the table behind us left after waiting 40 minutes for their food, which only showed after they left. Later that day, we ordered a charcuterie board, and it came without any crackers or napkins. Don't bother getting a room with a 'view'. Our view was only accessible via a tiny window, which had a noisy portable AC unit attached. The front lawn is covered in goose feces, so you cannot sit and enjoy the view there either. Overall, a very disappointing experience. We will not be back.

The property is a very well maintained site of historic interest. It is located in a national park so there are many points of ecologic importance nearby. The guest experience is unique.

Enjoyed our stay and the old world charm at the Dalvay.

The hotel staff were very friendly, the room was clean, the atmosphere of the hotel was perfect for a couple’s get away, the food in the restaurant was delicious and the location by the bike trail and beach was great. The hotel is having a bit of a challenge with geese on the property but they did not bother us while we were there.

Historic place with a great ambience and a superb restaurant. Great surroundings, too.

This is a beautiful Inn by the beautiful beach. Loved the room with our view of the raging water. Loved the friendly staff that were always accommodating with giving a blanket, putting a log on the fire or making a drink in a special way just for me!!! Would defiantly go back.

Beautiful historic property. Amazing wood work. Cozy fireplaces. Awesome food

Easy access to beach, unique old fashion living experience. We had to kill 2 bugs in the room!

What a serene lovely place to stay! My husband and I were celebrating our 25th anniversary and just loved it there! Across the street from. The ocean, a view on the lake property were breathtaking! Great place to walk or just relax on the chairs outside with our glass of wine! Staff couldn’t have been more welcoming or friendly! Thanks so much for a lovely time there! JMMW

Property looked nice from a distance. Cost $32 to enter the area. Room on 3rd floor no elevator. Room had no Tv, no Coffee maker, no telephone, no radio, just 2 chairs, one bed one dresser one small window. Bathroom very small with no shelves, no hooks for clothing to hang. Next day no bed made, no new towels, no room service at all. View from window in room 19 showed exterior damage on next door dormer, missing shingles. Staff friendly, Food very over-priced. $26 for one porkchop with one scoop of potato and one beet cut into 4. Advertised price $214 was charged $219 / night. This place badly needs new management.

Dalvay-by-the-sea is a classic summer hotel, very quiet location near the beach. Very clean, friendly staff and well managed.

We will definitely Come back, What a peaceful and historical place, it’s a gem!!!

Toally awesome. Still smiling :) From the first moment I arrived to the last. Staff were wonderful. Next time I go will be longer.

Dalvay by the Sea Hotel is an absolutely beautiful place to stay! My lifelong friend and I always take a couple of days to get together every summer.Since we needed to stay on PEI because of Covid, we decided to try Dalvay by the Sea Hotel! We had a wonderful time and enjoyed our time there very very much! I is a grand place to stay! Most times it would be fully booked for the whole summer with tourists from away, but not this summer, again because of COVID , PE Islands jump at the chance to stay at this beautiful old landmark, you will not regret it!

If you enjoy 19th century luxury living (which we do - of course that means no TV or radio, but they do have free wifi), amazing place with beautiful varnished wood fittings and frames everywhere, impeccable service, massive stoked fireplaces - which were necessary because we stayed there at the very end of their season (27 October) and the rooms were distinctly cool. Lovely grounds with Dalvay Lake and the sea beaches of PEI National park 10 minutes' walk away.

We loved everything about the Dalvay! The staff were exceptional, going above and beyond in every way. They were all incredibly kind and helpful. The hotel itself is stunning with plenty of space to relax, sit by the fire, grab a drink, read a book, enjoy a good meal... we almost never left! And the location is perfect. Only 25 minutes from the airport, it's quiet and secluded but also close enough to downtown when you wanted to get out for a bit. And the walk to the beach was lovely. We adored everything about our stay and we will certainly be back!

The building was magnificent. The staff was more than helpful. I would like to have seen each of the rooms in period decor, not just mine. It was not swimming weather but the beaches were very accessible and the facilities better than most.

Restaurant too fussy with very limited menu. Bedroom and bathroom absolutely freezing

Service was great. It is an amazing place with so much history. Good experience overall.