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The Westin Nova Scotian

4.0 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near Discovery Centre

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Overlooking the Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk, The Westin Nova Scotian offers a serene escape with its garden and spa tub. Relax by the indoor pool or unwind in the coffee shop/cafe, while enjoying amenities like an on-site restaurant, hair salon, and WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $217
$255 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20

Why we love this property

Dining for every palate
Local cuisine awaits at the restaurant, while the cafe and bar offer more casual spots. Full breakfast and vegan, vegetarian options add delicious diversity.
Plush sleep awaits
Slip into soft bathrobes after a restful night on pillowtop mattresses. Hypo-allergenic and premium bedding ensure sweet dreams all night.

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(91 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, City View (Balcony) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, City View (Balcony)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS, B3H2P6

What's nearby

  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Halifax Port - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pier 21 National Historic Site - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Discovery Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Scotiabank Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 37 min drive
  • Halifax Station - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rooms Coffee | Listen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Water Polo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Henry House - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Westin Nova Scotian

  • When you stay at The Westin Nova Scotian, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Pier 21 National Historic Site and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Seaport Social Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a health club, and a fitness center. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 310 rooms
    • Arranged over 11 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 19
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • Guests are recommended to download the property's Marriott Bonvoy mobile app before check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (CAD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite valet parking (CAD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu
  • Children's games

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sledding nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 17 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1930
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 42
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Digital TV channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

Seaport Social Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Seaport Social Lounge - Onsite lobby lounge. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 16 to 28 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 50 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CAD 25.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 35.00 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Self parking costs CAD 28 per night with in/out privileges
  • Valet parking costs CAD 35 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision

Policies

Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, window guards, and a deadbolt lock on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Union Pay

Cashless transactions are available.

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Property Registration Number STR2526T8155

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Westin Nova Scotian offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Westin Nova Scotian does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Westin Nova Scotian?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Westin Nova Scotian?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of CAD 35.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Westin Nova Scotian?

Yes. Self parking costs CAD 28 per night. Valet parking costs CAD 35 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Westin Nova Scotian?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of CAD 50 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Westin Nova Scotian?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nova Scotia (18-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Westin Nova Scotian and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours and segway rentals. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. The Westin Nova Scotian also has a health club.

Are there restaurants at or near The Westin Nova Scotian?

Yes, Seaport Social Restaurant offers local cuisine.

What's the area around The Westin Nova Scotian like?

The Westin Nova Scotian is in Downtown Halifax, a short 4-minute walk from Halifax Station and 19 minutes' walk from Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

The Westin Nova Scotian Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were excellent, with a variety of choices and fresh, delicious food. (19 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight for many guests, with its saltwater feature, hot tub, and late operating hours being particularly enjoyed. (12 reviews)
  • The hot tub was a nice and relaxing amenity after a long day of shopping and sightseeing. (7 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

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Cory, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent breakfast buffet, helpful staff, lovely hot jacuzzi, well located adjacent to the ViaRail station, comfortable bed, nice sized bedrooms, good location all in
douglas, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view and rooms
Barry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was great, front desk & valet service was excellent
Jakeb, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great staff.
Martin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was clean and staff very polite.
Marie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, oversized rooms, nicely decorated, great breakfast & lounge, easy parking, lovely staff. This is our new go-to in Halifax! Will be back!
pamela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very courteous staff, helpful
Joseph, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great staff
Diane, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very helpful. Great service
ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Susan, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room courteous staff nice pool and spa.
Patricia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location excellent staff loved the lobby bar
Jana, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Who doesn’t like an upgrade! Awesome location and spectacular view of the Harbour! Clean bathroom great shower and love the Westin Soap!
Susan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff at the Westin were so friendly and helpful! We were very impressed!
Cheryl, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was good, staff were good and friendly and very helpful. The room was clean and ready for us a bit earlier so that’s a bonus.
Mark, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Nice pool and gym. Great happy hour.
Ian, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good

The hotel was nice but the rooms were dated, especially for the price you pay for. The hotel is nicely located and the staff was very friendly. Overall, we did enjoy our stay but don’t think will be back.
Veronique, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location Great staff
Andrew, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff. Fantastic food
Work, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location, very walkable. Great hotel, just disappointed there was no continental breakfast.
Liz, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place to stay in Halifax

Excellent location across the cruise ship terminal and museums.
Beatrice, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

When in Halifax, we stay at the Westin.. Provides us everything we need. Dog friendly, great location down by the water. Approachable staff.
Brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room, convenient location and Professional staff.
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay in a great location close to the waterfront. Easy parking as well.
Jaki, 1-night trip