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4.0 out of 5

"I took the train to Halifax, so being able to walk directly to and from the train station was very convenient. Being next to the Boardwalk was also ... " More

By a verified traveller on Thu 20 Apr 2023

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Hotel Description

4-star hotel near Pier 21 National Historic Site

Heart of Halifax

Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Halifax hotel, you'll find Pier 21 National Historic Site and Discovery Centre. Maritime Museum of the Atlantic and Neptune Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

Business services

This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public areas, and valet parking. There's a gym on site, and a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop are also provided.

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
CA $144* Per night/room 31 Mar. - 1 Apr.

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

The Westin Nova Scotian ratings based on 6 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.0 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Westin Nova Scotian

Everyone (4) Couples (1) Family (1)
3 out of 5

Posted by on 3 Aug. 2022

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 29 Mar. 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

16 Apr. 2021 by Matthew Mackenzie - General Manager

Thank you for your support and feedback from your recent stay at the WESTIN. Travel can be intimidating during these unique times so we are always appreciative of the support our guests provide. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Please contact our team if there is anything more we can do to enhance your next stay. Sincerely, Matthew

3 out of 5
Everything was great except the check in line was long and only one person at the desk. Took 30mins!

Posted by on 1 Mar. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

17 Mar. 2020 by John

Thank you for staying with us and I apologize for the delayed check in. Be well, John

5 out of 5
I took the train to Halifax, so being able to walk directly to and from the train station was very convenient. Being next to the Boardwalk was also a huge plus

Posted by on 20 Apr. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Apr. 2023 by General Manager

Dear Mark,The train nearby helps make our guests' stay much more convenient and we love to see that it was the highlight of your visit. We hope that you had a blast exploring the area nearby, especially the Boardwalk. Thank you so much for the perfect rating. Come back and visit us again anytime at The Westin Nova Scotian. From The Westin Nova Scotian Team

4 out of 5
There was mold in the shower

Posted by on 10 Jul. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

15 Jul. 2022 by Glenn Bowie, General Manager

Hello Danielle, I am thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your stay with us. Our team works very hard to not only meet, but also exceed expectations and it makes my day when they succeed. Thank you for the feedback regarding your shower. I have passed this information along to our engineering and housekeeping teams for their follow up. Have a great evening and see you soon! Glenn

5 out of 5

Posted by on 8 Mar. 2020

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Comment from Hotel Management

17 Mar. 2020 by John

Thank you! Be well, John

About the The Westin Nova Scotian

Location 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS B3H2P6

Property Features

The Westin Nova Scotian offers its guests an indoor pool, a health club, and a spa tub. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and 17 meeting rooms are available. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Westin Nova Scotian. For a fee, parking is available. This 4-star Halifax hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 310 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • Built in 1930
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Valet parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Halifax Station (0.1 km / 0.1 mi)
  • Parking: Valet parking and self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

The Westin Nova Scotian offers 310 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Halifax hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • LCD television
  • Digital channels
  • Movies for purchase
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Cribs (free)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

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.

Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 19
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. 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. Guests are recommended to download the property's Marriott Bonvoy mobile app before check-in.

Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and smart lock details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. Guests are recommended to download the property's Marriott Bonvoy mobile app before check-in.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 25.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets: CAD 35.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, window guards, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. 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).

  • Children stay free
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Number of children who can stay free - 3
  • Debit cards
  • UnionPay
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Children stay free 18
  • Credit card pre-authorization
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guest stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Guests must register online prior to arrival
  • Property mobile app recommended for guests
  • Property mobile app name Marriott Bonvoy

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 16–28 per person
  • Self parking fee: CAD 23.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: CAD 30.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 35.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 50 (subject to availability)
  • 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.

Hotel Names

  • 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
  • The Westin Nova Scotian Halifax
  • The Westin Nova Scotian Hotel Halifax

You should know

  • Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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