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 ฿4,727 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿4,727
฿5,653 total
22 Jul - 23 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. ...
Jag Boutique Hotel
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
The price is ฿6,667 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
฿6,667
฿8,373 total
15 Aug - 16 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Awesome location and great amenities."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John's Conference Centre
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 ฿5,307 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,307
฿6,347 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,046 reviews)
"It was great"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
The Murray Premises Hotel

The Murray Premises Hotel

3.5 out of 5
5 Becks Cove St. John's NL
The price is ฿6,001 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿6,001
฿7,177 total
22 Jul - 23 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! (1,749 reviews)
"The parking on site was easy. The rooms were unique and not just like any typical room. I loved the feel of the old building, but either way comfy beds and lots of space. Location is excellent as well."

Reviewed on 21 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 ฿6,098 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿6,098
฿7,658 total
18 Aug - 19 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 ฿5,914 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿5,914
฿7,073 total
16 Aug - 17 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! (1,006 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay! Staff is great as always and the hotel itself is clean and beautiful! Close to downtown it’s very walkable."

Reviewed on 20 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, Mary Brown's Centre and George Street 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 Confederation Building and Suncor Energy Fluvarium.

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