Location
Stay Close To What Matters
Homeward Inns of Canada places you in the heart of Antigonish, just minutes from St. Francis Xavier University, major restaurants, shopping, sporting venues, and local attractions. Whether you’re visiting for business, education, sports, or a Cape Breton adventure, you’re never far from where you need to be.
In The Centre Of It All
One of the biggest advantages of staying at Homeward Inns is our location. Guests can walk to nearby restaurants, grab a coffee around the corner, pick up supplies, or reach StFX University in just minutes. Our convenient position also makes us an ideal stop for travellers heading to or from Cape Breton Island.

Perfect For StFX Visitors

Whether you’re visiting a student, attending convocation, moving into residence, or cheering on the X-Men and X-Women, Homeward Inns offers a convenient and comfortable place to stay.
The university campus is only minutes away, making early morning events and late evening celebrations easy and stress-free.
Popular destinations nearby include:
Food, Coffee & Essentials Nearby
After a long drive, sometimes convenience matters most. Within minutes of the property you’ll find popular restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, pharmacies, gas stations, and everyday essentials.
Whether you’re staying for one night or several weeks, everything you need is close at hand.
Gateway To Cape Breton
Many guests use Homeward Inns as their first or final stop when exploring Nova Scotia.
Located along the Trans-Canada Highway corridor, we’re ideally positioned for travellers heading toward:
Explore Antigonish


Known for its welcoming community, vibrant university atmosphere, and rich Scottish heritage, Antigonish offers something for every visitor. Whether you’re here for a StFX event, a family visit, business travel, or simply passing through, you’ll find a town that blends small-town charm with plenty to see and do.
From local shops and restaurants to seasonal festivals, live music, beautiful beaches, and scenic hiking trails, there is always something worth exploring nearby. Conveniently located close to many of the area’s most popular destinations, Homeward Inns makes an ideal home base for discovering everything Antigonish has to offer.
All Photos By: James Smeaton Photography



