Red George Inn and Suites

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near Halifax Citadel

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Interior entrance
Historic Walk Down | Living area
Garden
Exterior
Blue George Suite | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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5174 Bishop St, Halifax, NS, B3J 1C9
  • Place, Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Halifax Convention Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Scotiabank Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Blue George Suite

  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Governor's Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Willis Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Library Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Historic Walk Down

  • Garden view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Aft Castle

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Historic Loft Suite

  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Classic Apartment

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premier Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • City view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Design Loft

  • City view
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the area

Halifax

Downtown Halifax stay.At this Downtown Halifax hotel, you'll be steps from Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and within a 15-minute walk of Halifax Convention Centre. St Mathew's United Church and Alexander Keith's Brewery are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Spring Garden Road Memorial Public Library - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Halifax Convention Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Maritime Museum of the Atlantic - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Scotiabank Centre - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 6 min walk
  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabin Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Bicycle Thief - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Brown Hound - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante a Mano - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wired Monk - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Red George Inn and Suites

Family-friendly stay near Halifax Citadel
As a guest of Red George Inn and Suites, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. The family-friendly Red George Inn and Suites also features laundry facilities and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Georgian Halifax hotel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1860
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Red George Inn and Suites offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Kitchens offer microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in January 2021.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Children's books
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Printer
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

Guests will receive lockbox information

If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 10 per pet, per day (maximum CAD 100 per stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of CAD 25 and a deposit of CAD 100 per stay
  • Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 25.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: CAD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: CAD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: CAD 10 per pet, per day (maximum CAD 100 per stay) plus CAD 25 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Property Registration Number STR2526T0058

Frequently asked questions

How close is Red George Inn and Suites to the airport?

Red George Inn and Suites is 20.8 mi (34-min drive) away from the Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Red George Inn and Suites?

As of May 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red George Inn and Suites on May 21, 2026 start from CA $234, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Red George Inn and Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Red George Inn and Suites.

How close is Red George Inn and Suites to the beach?

This hotel is 3.6 mi (15-min drive) from Chocolate Lake Beach and 5 mi (19-min drive) from Sir Sandford Fleming Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Red George Inn and Suites offer free breakfast?

Red George Inn and Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Red George Inn and Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Nova Scotia (14-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Red George Inn and Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Red George Inn and Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Red George Inn and Suites have a pool?

Red George Inn and Suites does not have a pool.

Does Red George Inn and Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Red George Inn and Suites to downtown Halifax?

Red George Inn and Suites is 0.4 mi away from Halifax.

Red George Inn and Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, convenient and seamless check-in Great place!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kuldeep

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I’ve stayed in plenty of hotels, but this experience truly set a new bar. Space: The room was modern, clean, and very spacious. Larger than most city hotels I’ve stayed in. The room felt more like a modern condo than a standard hotel room. Location: It is extremely central and just a short, easy walk to both the train/bus stations and the downtown core. Check-in: The self-check-in instructions were detailed and made the arrival completely stress-free. Amenities: The bed was incredibly comfortable. The plentiful small appliances and a surprise of snacks that was such a thoughtful touch. Service That Goes Above and Beyond: The staff here are the real stars. They are genuinely friendly and went out of their way to ensure I was happy, taking the time to ask and listen to my feedback with a level of care you don't see often. I actually left a pair of pants behind after checking out. Most places would just toss them, but the staff took the initiative to call me immediately to let me know. That kind of integrity and attention to detail is hard to find! I highly recommended for anyone visiting the area. I'd definitely stay here again if I'm in Halifax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Stuart, Smoky Lake

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Leaving a review for my father in law: Great spot in downtown halifax. Liked the historic charm. This is my favorite area of the city. Great restaurants and a cafe just around the corner. David
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay at the Red George Inn in their Aft Castle room. Cozy and full of character and complementing the historic charm of the property. It truly feels like stepping into a piece of local heritage while still enjoying all the comforts you need. Communication from the host was excellent from start to finish—clear, friendly, and helpful. A beautiful, thoughtfully run place in an unbeatable location. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sydney, somerville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful stay at the Red George Inn! The location is unbeatable—right near all the best restaurants and the waterfront. The space is full of character and charm, and the self check-in was incredibly convenient for our late arrival after dinner. It felt great to stay somewhere that felt so local and 100% locally-owned. Excellent value for a quick trip, friendly service, and a truly welcoming place to call home for the night while in the city. Especially loved the exposed beams in the traditional dormer overlooking the lieutenant Governors mansion. Extra special for myself as my grandfather was once the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, so it was really cool to stay in a room overlooking his former residence. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Armandeep

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All was as it is supposed to be. Hosts were wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Real

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was relatively small. Bathroom was clean and appealing except for some dust around the mirror casing. Rug in room appeared relatively clean except for some dirt around the door entry. Mouse traps were probably necessary but a bit unnerving! Self check in and check out was a surprise. Cold night so room was cold upon arrival and took some time to heat up especially the furniture. Pros: downtown location, free parking, microwave, kettle, drip coffee maker, toaster, glasses and cups in the room. I would give it a 3.5 rating if I could.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026