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The Westin Nova Scotian

4.0 star property
4-star hotel with indoor pool, near Pier 21 National Historic Site

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The Westin Nova Scotian

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Breakfast, dinner, brunch served; local cuisine
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Breakfast, dinner, brunch served; local cuisine

Overview of The Westin Nova Scotian

8.0

Very Good

Property highlights

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
Map
1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS, B3H2P6
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Spa tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace

Room options

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Harbor View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Harbor View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About this area

What's nearby

  • In Downtown Halifax
  • Scotiabank Centre - 15 min walk
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 18 min walk
  • Casino Nova Scotia - 2 min drive
  • Dalhousie University - 2 min drive
  • Halifax Citadel - 4 min drive
  • Bayers Lake Business Park - 9 min drive
  • Dartmouth Crossing - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 33 min drive
  • Halifax Station - 1 min walk

Restaurants

  • The Bicycle Thief - 7 min walk
  • Sushi Nami Royale - 14 min walk
  • Cabin Coffee - 8 min walk
  • Talay Thai Restaurant - 3 min walk
  • The Wooden Monkey - 13 min walk

About this property

The Westin Nova Scotian

When you stay at The Westin Nova Scotian, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and Dartmouth Crossing. 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 and dinner. A bar/lounge, a health club, and a fitness center are other highlights at this upscale hotel.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Follows industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Contactless room service is available

Safety measures

Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 310 rooms
  • Arranged over 11 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3 PM - midnight
  • Express check-out available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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
  • 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

Required at check-in

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

Children

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

Pets

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

Internet

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

Parking

  • Onsite self parking (CAD 23.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite valet parking (CAD 30.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

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
  • 24-hour room service

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
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1930
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 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 pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Closed captioned TV
  • 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

Special features

Dining

Seaport Social Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, 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 16–28 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 25.00 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 23.00 per night with in/out privileges
  • Valet parking costs CAD 30.00 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global).

Policies

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 smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03011802531378514-1181

Also known as

Westin Hotel Nova Scotian
Westin Nova Scotian
Westin Nova Scotian Hotel
The Westin Nova Scotian Hotel Halifax
The Westin Nova Scotian Halifax, Nova Scotia
Westin Hotel Halifax
Halifax Westin
Westin Halifax
The Westin Nova Scotian Hotel
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The Westin Nova Scotian Hotel Halifax

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.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at The Westin Nova Scotian?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property and guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at The Westin Nova Scotian?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
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 23.00 per night. Valet parking costs CAD 30.00 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Westin Nova Scotian?
You can check in from 3 PM - 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-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 spa 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 1-minute walk from Halifax Station and 18 minutes' walk from Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk.

Reviews

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Very Good

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