MALLARD INN, St. John's

Mallard Inn - Historic Quidi Vidi village retreat with harbor views, gourmet breakfast service, and hiking trail access

Located in the historic fishing village of Quidi Vidi, this boutique St. John's hotel comprises two guest houses with 8 spacious king suites. Each 435-square-foot room features a king-sized bed, ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower, minibar, and views of the garden, mountains, and sea. The Mallard Inn delivers daily breakfast trays between 8:30-9:00 AM, including fresh orange juice, baked goods, fruit, jam, and butter. Rooms are equipped with Tivoli Radios offering Bluetooth connectivity and Wi-Fi, deliberately excluding TVs to enhance the natural experience. The property sits next door to the acclaimed Mallard Cottage restaurant and within 0.5 miles of Quidi Vidi Village Plantation. Signal Hill National Historic Site, Fort Amherst Lighthouse, and Government House are all within 1 mile. The hotel's position places it 10 minutes from downtown and 20 minutes from St. John's International Airport.

Pros

Direct access to world-renowned hiking trails, fishing spots, and berry-picking areas

Staff provides guided activities including foraging and local excursions

Situated next to Newfoundland's largest microbrewery, Quidi Vidi Brewery

Unique location in a 16th-century fishing village with protected harbor views

Cons

No televisions in rooms

6 miles distance from international airport