Downtown St. John's Travel Guide

St. John's

A modern building with a slanted roof and large glass windows.
A modern building with a glass facade and a stone entrance.
A multi-level atrium with glass railings and tiled floors.
A bronze statue of a man with a walking stick in a park.
A monument with statues of soldiers and a central figure raising a sword.

Stay near popular Downtown St. John's attractions

A storefront with a sign for 'Open Late Night For Food Service' and 'Fresh Live Atlantic Lobster'.

George Street

8.8/10 (1,713 reviews)
Enjoy nights of singing, drinking, dancing and live music at the party capital of downtown St. John’s, two blocks of clubs and bars.
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Things to do

Historic St. John's Newfoundland and Cape Spear Tour

Historic St. John's Newfoundland and Cape Spear Tour

฿2,102
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Historic St. John's Newfoundland and Cape Spear Tour
St. John's Audio Walking Tour

St. John's Audio Walking Tour

฿283
per adult
St. John's Audio Walking Tour
Friendly St. John’s: A Newfoundland Port Self-Guided Audio Tour

Friendly St. John’s: A Newfoundland Port Self-Guided Audio Tour

฿502
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Friendly St. John’s: A Newfoundland Port Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown St. John's

Jag Boutique Hotel

Jag Boutique Hotel

4.5 out of 5
115 George Street West St. John's NL
The price is ฿5,050 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿5,050
฿6,040 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,410 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful well maintained hotel!"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Jag Boutique Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview

DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview

3.5 out of 5
2 Hill O'Chips St. John's NL
The price is ฿5,209 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,209
฿6,230 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre

Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre

4 out of 5
120 New Gower Street St. John's NL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,691 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
฿6,691
฿8,402 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean room and liked there was bottles of water in room at no extra charge."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre
The Murray Premises Hotel

The Murray Premises Hotel

3.5 out of 5
5 Becks Cove St. John's NL
The price is ฿6,022 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿6,022
฿7,202 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in St. John's. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,745 reviews)
"Great location, close to Water and George St and right on the harbour. Lovely! Ample parking, good grab and go breakfast, clean rooms and pleasant staff."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

The Murray Premises Hotel
Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland

Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland

4.5 out of 5
115 Cavendish Square St. John's NL
The price is ฿5,353 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿5,353
฿6,722 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in St. John's. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and friendly staff but needs updating and the restaurant is expensive."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland
Hilton Garden Inn St. John's Newfoundland, Canada

Hilton Garden Inn St. John's Newfoundland, Canada

3 out of 5
150 New Gower Street St. John's NL
The price is ฿5,935 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,935
฿7,098 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in St. John's. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent service!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Hilton Garden Inn St. John's Newfoundland, Canada
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Where to stay in Downtown St. John's

Find the best Downtown St. John's areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings and a river in the foreground.

Central

While Central isn't home to many top sights, Waterford River Walk and Mary Brown's Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

A blue cabin on stilts by a rocky shore with a flag.

Quidi Vidi

You'll enjoy the parks and historical sites in Quidi Vidi. You might want to make time for a stop at Quidi Vidi Lake or Signal Hill National Historic Site.

A coastal town at dusk with buildings illuminated against a darkening sky.

West End

If you're spending some time in West End, Village Shopping Centre and Lester's Farm Market are top sights worth seeing.

Churchill Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Churchill Park and surrounding area, you can visit The Rooms and Spirit of Newfoundland.

A coastal village with colorful houses nestled on a hillside, a dock with boats, and a rocky mountain backdrop.

The Battery

When in The Battery, you can plan a visit to Johnson Geo Centre and Port of St. John's, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown St. John's Travel Guide