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7.6

4,312 reviews

Hotel Halifax

Hotel Halifax

1990 Barrington Street, Halifax, B3J 1P8, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

Hotel Halifax

Welcome to Hotel Halifax, a charming 4-star hotel located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Our prime location on 1990 Barrington Street puts you just a short 0.5mi walk away from the vibrant city center, where you can explore local shops, indulge in delicious dining options, and immerse yourself in the lively culture of Halifax.

With over 4312 rave reviews, our hotel is a favorite among travelers seeking a comfortable and convenient stay. Our spacious and non-smoking rooms offer a range of amenities including free WiFi, air conditioning, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Take a break and relax in our indoor swimming pool or work up a sweat in our free fitness center. Enjoy a delicious meal at our on-site restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar. Our pet-friendly policy ensures that your furry friends can also join in on the fun with additional charges.

Starting at just $119 per night, Hotel Halifax offers affordable luxury in a prime location. Whether you're visiting for business or leisure, our friendly and accommodating staff are available 24/7 at our 24-hour front desk to cater to your every need. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable stay at Hotel Halifax, where comfort, convenience, and impeccable service await you.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at our on-site restaurant, Harbor City Bar & Grill. With its family-friendly and traditional ambiances, you can enjoy a delicious meal in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Our menu offers a variety of American and seafood cuisines, ensuring that there is something for everyone to savor. Whether you're craving a classic burger or fresh seafood, our talented chefs will delight your taste buds with their culinary creations. So sit back, relax, and let us take care of your dining needs at Harbor City Bar & Grill.

At Hotel Halifax, we understand the importance of convenience when it comes to payment options. We accept a wide range of payment methods including Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Discover, and Visa. Please note that we do not accept cash as a form of payment. Our goal is to ensure a hassle-free experience for our guests, and our flexible payment options make it easy for you to settle your bill with ease.

Indulge in ultimate relaxation and leisure at our indoor swimming pool. Open all season long, our heated pool provides the perfect escape from the bustling city. Take a refreshing dip or simply lounge poolside while enjoying the tranquil ambiance. The pool is conveniently located within the hotel, allowing easy access for our guests. So whether you want to unwind after a long day of exploring or need a quick swim to energize your morning, our indoor swimming pool is the perfect oasis for you to enjoy during your stay at Hotel Halifax.

Get ready to make lasting memories at Hotel Halifax, where comfort, convenience, and impeccable service await you. From our pet-friendly policy to our spacious and non-smoking rooms, we strive to cater to all your needs. With our prime location in the heart of Halifax, you'll have easy access to explore the vibrant city center. Enjoy a delicious meal at our on-site restaurant, Harbor City Bar & Grill, or take a relaxing dip in our indoor swimming pool. Our friendly and accommodating staff are available 24/7 at our 24-hour front desk to ensure that your every need is catered to. So pack your bags, and get ready for an unforgettable stay at Hotel Halifax.

Closest airports

Halifax Stanfield International Airport

16.5mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Lake view

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Kids' meals

Free toiletries

Rooms

Double Room with Two Double Beds in Hotel Halifax

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Room - 2 Double

2 Double Beds

310 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Relax and unwind in our spacious Double Room with Two Double Beds, perfect for families with ample space and comfortable amenities like a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning. Enjoy a peaceful stay with private bathroom and indulge in complimentary toiletries.

Double Room with 2 Double Beds and Balcony - Harbor View in Hotel Halifax

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Room - 2 Double, Harbour View, Balcony

2 Double Beds

310 sqft

Lake view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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This air conditioned room with views of the harbor and a balcony features a 55-inch Smart TV with Google Chromecast, desk and refrigerator. A tea/coffee maker is also included.

Junior King Suite with Sofa Bed in Hotel Halifax

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Junior Suite, Sofa

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

400 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Elegantly designed, our Junior King Suite with Sofa Bed offers a spacious retreat with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and inclusive amenities such as a refrigerator and tea/coffee maker. Perfect for families, it accommodates 2 adults and 2 children, providing comfort and convenience for a memorable stay.

Guest Room with Harbor View in Hotel Halifax

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Room With Harbour View

1 Queen Size Bed

310 sqft

Lake view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Relax in our spacious and stylish Guest Room with Harbor View, featuring a queen-size bed, a private bathroom, and breathtaking views of the lake. Plus, enjoy modern conveniences like a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning. A perfect retreat for two adults.

Queen Room in Hotel Halifax

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

310 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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This inviting Queen Room offers a spacious and comfortable stay for two adults. Enjoy the luxury of a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning, as well as many other convenient amenities such as a tea/coffee maker and free toiletries.

King Room in Hotel Halifax

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King Room

1 Queen Size Bed

310 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Our King Room offers a spacious and comfortable retreat for two adults, featuring a cozy sitting area, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and a refrigerator. Enjoy a restful stay with air conditioning, complimentary toiletries, and a relaxing cup of tea or coffee.

Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds - Harbor View in Hotel Halifax

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Room - 2 Queen, Harbour View

2 Queen Size Beds

310 sqft

Lake view

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Welcome to our Queen Room with 2 Queen Beds - Harbor View! With its spacious 312 sqft, breathtaking harbor view, cozy queen beds, and no-smoking policy, this room is perfect for a relaxing stay for 2 adults.

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Room With Harbor View

315 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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This air conditioned room with views of the harbor features a 55-inch Smart TV with Google Chromecast, desk and refrigerator. A tea/coffee maker is also included.

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Room - 2 Double, Harbour View

2 Double Beds

310 sqft

Pet Friendly

Wifi

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

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Suite, 2 Bedroom

1 King Size Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

Kitchen

Free wifi

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Harbour View, Sofa

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

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Premium, 2 Queen Size Beds, Harbour View

2 Queen Size Beds

2 Double Beds

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Guest reviews

7.6

4,312 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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June

9.1

September 2024

Hotel Halifax is wonderful! By being connected to Scotia Square, there are so many options, whether it's enjoying a quick bite before a tour at a fast food place, catching a bus around the corner, or taking the pedway to walk to the waterfront and adjoining hotels! The staff are pleasant and helpful. The Harbour City Grill Restaurant is amazing!... Their Lobster roll is The Best!!! The breakfast buffet has a nice selection , and the pizzas are made perfectly. Our room on the 6th floor had a perfect view of the harbour. The bed was so comfortable. We were glad we stayed for a week! Thank you Hotel Halifax! We would not hesitate to return!

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Guillaume

8.2

October 2024

Very nice looking rooms and lobby. Control of air conditionning was easy and not too noisy. The hotel restaurant had very good food. Easy to acces from square and parking. Liked my stay overall.

My first room was right next to the elevator and the noise was pretty annoying. Room 618. The elevators keep going up and down all the time on a regular and continous cycle, even at night, even without anybody inside. I guess it must be a mechnical reason to keep them working properly, but two different person at the desk could not explain why. They changed my room on the next day, so I had only one bad night. The rest of the stay when smoothly.

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Louise

9.1

October 2024

I had a great stay at Hotel Halifax. The hotel is quite old and run down, as described in many reviews, but the price point reflects this, and I had a very comfortable and enjoyable stay. Location was great, very central, and I appreciated the close proximity to the foodcourt in the Scotia Centre as well as the airport bus stop. Staff were very professional and friendly, check in and check out were a breeze. The room was spacious and comfortable with a good bathroom and mini fridge. I was really happy to have a balcony and large windows, was great for natural light, could open for fresh air, and I loved having a harbour view. For the price, it was unbeatable. Bathroom was clean and there were lots of towels. Wifi was superb.

As others have described, the carpet was old and the room smelled like stale cigarettes + air freshener. So it wouldn't suit someone who gets asthma or migraines from those things. Furniture was old, some stains on chairs. Dusty under the beds. Alarm clock randomly woke me up in the middle of the night on my first night before I unplugged it. There weren't many power outlets, but enough for my needs.

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Daphne

9.1

September 2024

I loved the breakfast menu. One of your chefs has a connection with a friend of mine and he came out on purpose to say that he had made my breakfast eggs Benedict, which were absolutely gorgeous. The location was great for a conference that was based at the Marriott, although of course, the massive construction on Barrington Street, made it difficult to find the entrance! Not your fault. Staff were superb throughout, they were tours coming and going and the odd problem with the elevators, but they were in there, organizing things and focussing on giving everyone the most convenient check-in, etc. I had dinner with you as well and it was very good.

The parkade is hard to navigate but that is not the fault of the hotel. I did very much appreciate there were signs throughout the parade, indicating the location of the elevator to the hotel.

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Riddell

8.2

September 2024

Beds were really soft and comfortable. Lots of dogs in common areas and I like dogs. Nice to see so many people making good use of the dog friendly policy

Elevator doors close really quickly which isn't great for older people or people like us with a stroller. There is construction going on in front of the hotel which was noisy and slightly disrupts access to the street level and the car entrance is hard to spot in the construction site. Beds were a single and half so my wife and I had to sleep in separate beds. Staff couldn't find my booking when I arrived which caused some panic but a supervisor came over and found it in seconds.

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Jim

8.2

August 2024

Just about everything other than the construction around the site which could not be controlled by the hotel. Other than that, we ate dinner at the restaurant. the staff were pleasant, attentive and competent. The food was pretty good and fair value for your money. Also the hotel was well located. Close to the Waterfront/Harbour promenade, the Citadel and easy egress for travel to Peggy's Cove and Lunenburg, etc.

A small point, but...the automatic close on the elevator doors was far too short. Sometimes if people were coming out of the elevator and you were trying to go in the door would be closing before you had a chance.

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Elizabeth

8.2

July 2024

The staff were friendly particularly Yvette in the restaurant. Hotel was busy and you were constantly waiting for an elevator. One unit was under repair. Beds were comfortable and there was plenty of hot water.

Advertising was misleading in saying it was a six minute walk to shops etc at the wharf. No mention was made that the walk was up and down steep hills. We are seniors and it was our first time in Halifax. We had no idea how difficult walking would be from this location. I was surprised that rooms are only cleaned and beds made up if your stay is five days or longer. Here we are on our first getaway since Covid and I'm having to make my own bed daily. We asked to be on a higher floor and instead we were given first floor. Our small window overlooked a courtyard where others could see into our room. Lastly, when we booked there was no mention of all the construction around the hotel making it difficult to find and to walk about.

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Josie

8.2

September 2024

I reserved a Double Room With Balcony for myself and two teenagers. The room was much more spacious than I had expected. The room was also very clean. The balcony was a very nice size and had an amazing view of the harbour. The room had a giant flat screen TV which was easy to access in regards to finding television or connecting to your phone to play music. The beds were comfy! There were lots of electrical outlets for charging within reach of the beds which was a bonus. Everything needed for a shower- shampoo, conditioner and body wash was supplied, as well as fresh towels.The room had a mini fridge, an ironing board and a blowdryer which was convenient. We arrived over an hour early and our room was ready! Not sure why this is only a 3 star hotel because it should be a 4.5 in my personal opinion!

The bathroom was tiny- There's barely enough room to close the door behind you but maybe the bathrooms in the queen and king rooms are bigger... The staff were not very friendly and made me feel like a nuisance for asking questions. The resteraunt/bar was closed upon arrival which was before 2PM on a Saturday. Maybe it was closed due to a private event but that was a bummer. I also didn't like the late check-in time of 3PM as checkout is 11AM and working as a housekeeper in the past for many years know that it doesn't take 4 hours to clean a room. An hour max!

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Choyce

9.1

September 2024

The staff especially Cathy at the front desk was great and so helpful. Really appreciate the early check in. Pool was good, room nice. I will stay again.

It was so hard to park and get into the hotel because of road construction. Then when the mall shuts at night it took us 30 min to find our way to the door of the hotel as every way we tried it was blocked off and locked and evaluators not working. Other guest's were so confused to as the city blew up the main entrance street which is not the hotels fault but maybe we needed a big heads up how hard it is to get back in the hotel at night. This was in the summer. Hope it's over with soon.

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Liz

8.2

July 2024

Large clean room. Our room had kind of a cement deck you could sit out on. Room had a fridge! Bonus! Pool was warm & just what you need to relax after a day of driving. About a 10 min walk downhill to casino!

Hotel is surrounded by buildings all around like you're in the middle of a city. Construction was going on all around the streets making it difficult to find where the correct parking area was. RAMP! To get to our room on the lower floor there was a carpeted ramp. We had all our flight luggage so you can imagine at least 60 lbs on a trolley trying to prevent it from running over my sister as she was ahead & I tried to prevent it speeding down. One of the staff helped us. More signs for hotel elevator! There is a separate elevator for parking garage plus 1 for a business tower in same lobby

Points of Interest Around Hotel Halifax

Attractions

Halifax City Hall

0.1mi

St. Paul's Anglican Church

0.2mi

Province House

0.2mi

Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market

0.3mi

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

0.3mi

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

0.3mi

Alexander Keith's Brewery

0.5mi

Government House

0.5mi

Halifax Public Gardens

0.6mi

Halifax Cruise Port

1mi

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

1mi

Point Pleasant Park

1.7mi

Fairview Lawn Cemetery

2.4mi

Old Town Clock

6.9mi

Peggy’s Cove

19.8mi

Restaurants

Harbour City Bar & Grill

Cuisines

  • American
  • Seafood

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Traditional

Pools

Location

  • Indoor

Features

  • Heated

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Hotel Halifax

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Lake view

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Kids' meals

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Hotel Halifax

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Hotel Halifax

Can I bring my pet to Hotel Halifax?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at Hotel Halifax. However, please note that there may be additional charges for bringing your pet.

At what times are check-in and check-out at Hotel Halifax?

The check-in time at Hotel Halifax is 03:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Is there parking available at Hotel Halifax?

Yes, there is parking available at Hotel Halifax. The parking is located at a nearby location and is a public parking lot. The cost for parking is C$30 per day. It is important to note that no reservation is required for parking at the hotel.

How much does a stay at Hotel Halifax cost?

The beginning rate for stays at Hotel Halifax is $119. Bear in mind that pricing can alter depending on room configurations and dates. For a precise figure, enter your stay dates.

Which room categories can I book at Hotel Halifax?

Hotel Halifax offers a variety of rooms including Double Rooms with Two Double Beds, Queen Rooms with 2 Queen Beds - Harbor View, Junior King Suites with Sofa Bed, Guest Rooms with Harbor View, Queen Rooms, Double Rooms with 2 Double Beds and Balcony - Harbor View, and King Rooms. All rooms are non-smoking. Double Rooms and Queen Rooms accommodate 2 adults and do not allow children, while Junior King Suites and Double Rooms with Balcony can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children. The room sizes for all these types are 312 sqft except for the Junior King Suite which is 398 sqft. Bed sizes vary depending on the room type.

Which amenities can guests enjoy at Hotel Halifax?

Guests at Hotel Halifax have several options for how to spend their time at the hotel. They can relax and enjoy the indoor swimming pool, which is heated and available all year round. For those who prefer to soak up the sun, beach chairs and loungers are provided. The fitness center is also available for guests who want to stay active during their stay.

When it comes to dining, guests can enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, Harbour City Bar & Grill. This family-friendly restaurant offers a traditional ambiance and serves American and seafood cuisine.

Overall, guests at Hotel Halifax have a range of leisure amenities to choose from, including the pool, beach chairs, fitness center, and the restaurant. Whether they want to relax, stay active, or enjoy a meal, there are options available for everyone.

Does Hotel Halifax have a pool for guests?

The hotel has one pool available called Pool 1. It is available all season and is located indoors. The pool also has the feature of being heated.

Does Hotel Halifax have on-site restaurants?

Yes, Hotel Halifax has an on-site restaurant called Harbour City Bar & Grill. The restaurant offers a family-friendly and traditional ambiance. They serve American and seafood cuisines.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at Hotel Halifax?

No, Hotel Halifax does not accept cash as a payment option. They only accept credit cards such as Mastercard, JCB, American Express, Discover, and Visa.