Downtown Halifax Travel Guide

Halifax

A large, historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and modern skyscrapers in the background.
A large, historic building with a clock tower, arched windows, and a grand entrance.
A historic building with ornate architecture, including a clock tower and arched windows.
A library with wooden furniture, bookshelves, and portraits.
A library with a red armchair, bookshelves, and a staircase.

Stay near popular Downtown Halifax attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Halifax

Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown

Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown

4 out of 5
1990 Barrington St Halifax NS
The price is ฿6,936 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿6,936
฿8,145 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (517 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here. The location was great to get to the waterfront for the Sail GP races and tour the citadel with many restaurants nearby. Comfortable rooms friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown
The Barrington Hotel

The Barrington Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St Halifax NS
The price is ฿6,795 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿6,795
฿7,979 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
7.8/10 Good! (5,068 reviews)
"The location is perfect if you wanna be out and about around the downtown area (we were there for a concert at the Garrison Grounds) the rooms themselves needs major upgrades..no a/c very old n dingy! Other downfall is there is no parking at the hotel itself so it’s a little chaotic to park in a ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

The Barrington Hotel
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

5 out of 5
1700 Grafton Street Halifax NS
The price is ฿8,159 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿8,159
฿9,634 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,164 reviews)
"Great stop ! Close to waterfront. Steps away from citadel."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Prince George Hotel

Prince George Hotel

4 out of 5
1725 Market St Halifax NS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿8,841 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿8,841
฿10,381 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,768 reviews)
"Great location with friendly staff. Really enjoyed the patio off the lobby"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Prince George Hotel
Moxy Halifax Downtown

Moxy Halifax Downtown

3.5 out of 5
5417 COGSWELL STREET Halifax NS
The price is ฿6,795 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿6,795
฿7,979 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,174 reviews)
"Great location close to waterfront and restaurants. Very friendly staff. Rooms are clean, uncluttered and industrial decor. Bed was very comfortable. I would definitely stay here again. There is a bar in the lobby and seems to be a popular place. Food invthe restaurant was very good too. Really enjoyed ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

Moxy Halifax Downtown
Cambridge Suites Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St Halifax NS
The price is ฿7,947 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿7,947
฿9,332 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,590 reviews)
"The counters and furniture tops were sticky. Floor was dirty and sticky and needs to be replaced"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Cambridge Suites Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown Halifax

Find the best Downtown Halifax areas for the activities you enjoy most.

South End

South End is beloved for its captivating waterfront views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Nova Scotia Archives and Rebecca Cohn Auditorium.

North End

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in North End. You might want to make time for a stop at Emera Oval or Cornwallis Street Baptist Church.

Clayton Park

The restaurants and waterfront are a few reasons travellers visit Clayton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Canada Games Centre and Halifax Mainland Common Park, a few notable attractions nearby.

Fairview

While there might not be top attractions in Fairview, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Halifax Mainland Common Park and Fairview Lawn Cemetery.

Fairmount

Fairmount might not have many top sights, but Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.



Downtown Halifax Travel Guide