Places to stay in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Halifax is the commercial centre of Atlantic Canada. It is a safe, clean municipality home to charming seaside communities, sparkling coves and miles of rugged Atlantic shoreline. The municipality encompasses the former cities of Halifax and Dartmouth, the Town of Bedford and the County of Halifax - an area larger than Prince Edward Island, and home to forty percent of the province's population. Places to eat in the region include A & W Restaurant, Far East Cuisine, Battered Fish Restaurant Food Court, and The Dill Pickle Sandwich Bar.
We currently have 50 accommodations in and around Halifax with other regional listings available for Hotels, Motels, Campgrounds, Bed & Breakfasts and other properties. You can filter listings by the available types:
Wondering where to stay? Visitors have access to a large number of hotels in the town, though there are a large number of nearby Bed and Breakfasts. If you are travelling in the area, Halifax is located close to Birchbark Lake, Petpeswick Shoal, Fish Hawk Nest River, Ellenvale and Emerys Cove.
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Halifax offers excellent cuisine, live theatre, a professional symphony, numerous art galleries, museums, and the excitement of city living, the charms of small-town life and the pristine beauty of nature all in one place.
Other local Halifax information and places to visit.
Halifax is 2 km away from Dartmouth, 9 km away from Herring Cove, 9 km away from Eastern Passage and 11 km away from Bedford.
Halifax is located at longitude -63°34'31.150 and latitude 44°38'55.905.
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Sweet Basil Bistro ( Dining / Fine ). Located at 1866 Upper Water Street, Halifax. Sweet Basil Bistro offers friendly and relaxed dining in the heart of Halifax's Historic Properties. This upscale bistro has all the ambience of an Italian Trattoria, while offering both an interesting menu and innovative
Five Fishermen Seafood Restaurant ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 1740 Argyle Street, Halifax. An easy stroll from any of Halifax's major hotels, The Five Fishermen offers the finest in Nova Scotia seafood.
Enjoy a relaxed evening in a nautical setting of brass, timber and stained glass.
Our famous complimentary steamed mussels and salad bar are a great start.
www.fivefishermen.com 
Gio Restaurant ( Dining / Fine ). Located at 1725 Market Street, Halifax. Gio will surprise you with its innovative menu and presentation. The atmosphere is relaxed, yet elegant and the service is top notch. Spectacular Sunday brunch featured weekly from 11am-2:30pm.
Current menu available at www.princegeorgehotel.com/dining.asp
Hours of Operation:
Luncheon - Weekdays
Dinner - Nightly (except Sundays)
Bar - Nightly (except Sundays)
Reservations: For reservations, private functions and events at gio, please phone 902-425-1987 or email adventure@giohalifax.com.
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www.giohalifax.com
Captain John's Fish Co. ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 1869 Upper Water Street, Halifax. Fresh seafood. Halifax's only fresh seafood market and grill. Enjoy homemade fish chowder, fish & chips, charbroiled salmon or live lobster. Dine on our waterfront deck, or have your fresh seafood packaged for travel. The best oceanside patio dining in the city! Open early to late.
The Barrington Steakhouse And Oyster Bar ( Dining / Steak ). Located at 1662 Barrington Street, Halifax. Barrington Steakhouse and Oyster Bar focuses on Atlantic Beef products, Maritime beef, aged and cut in house.
Our beef is cooked to perfection, and served with fine wines, craft beer and maritime oysters to provide guests with a memorable experience.
barringtonsteakhouse.ca
Fife and Drum Pub & Eatery ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). Located at 1919 Upper Water Street, at Halifax Marriott, Harbourfront, Halifax. Unparalleled service and a pristine waterfront setting dictate the remarkable hotel experience that awaits at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel. Far from conventional, this luxury hotel's location overlooking Halifax Harbour beckons guests with a variety of well-designed accommodations to meet their travel needs.
Located just steps away from the vibrant Halifax business district, World Trade & Convention Centre and a lively waterfront casino, the hotel's on-site amenities include the Interlude Spa, an all-new fitness centre and refreshing indoor pool. Delicious coastal cuisine and signature drinks are featured at the harbourstone sea grill & pour house restaurant and lounge, starting with an impressive breakfast buffet. A Starbucks® coffee lounge is also located inside the hotel lobby for quick access to favorite beverages, pastries and more.
Featuring upscale meeting space and a team of event professionals, the hotel's location in Halifax, NS is ideal for business or social travel and events.
www.halifaxmarriott.com
Closed or unlisted properties
- The Pepperberry Bed and Breakfast closed or delisted.
- Welcome Inn Halifax Bed and Breakfast closed or delisted.
- Captain Spry Bed and Breakfast closed or delisted.
- Jonah By The Sea Bed & Breakfast closed or delisted.
- The Verandah B&B closed or delisted.
- Julie's Walk Bed & Breakfast closed or delisted.
- Garden View Bed and Breakfast closed or delisted.
- Moony Resort closed or delisted.
Renamed properties
- Comfort Inn at 560 Bedford Highway may have been previously known as Econo Lodge
- Holiday Inn Express at 980 Parkland Drive may have been previously known as Quality Inn
- The Barrington Hotel at 1875 Barrington Street may have been previously known as Delta Barrington
- Hampton Inn at 1960 Brunswick Street may have been previously known as Citadel Halifax Hotel
- Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel at 1919 Upper Water Street may have been previously known as Casino Nova Scotia Hotel
- Hotel Halifax at 1990 Barrington Street, Scotia Square may have been previously known as Delta Hotels
- Chateau Bedford at 133 Kearney Lake Road may have been previously known as Holiday Inn
- Atlantica Hotel at 1980 Robie Street may have been previously known as Holiday Inn Select
- The Hollis Halifax - a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel at 1649 Hollis Street may have been previously known as Radisson Suites Hotel
- Coastal Inn Halifax at 98 Chain Lake Drive may have been previously known as Lakeview Inn and Suites Halifax