The Westin Nova Scotian

4.0 star property
Hotel with an indoor pool, a quick walk to Pier 21 National Historic Site

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Indoor pool
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is P12,125
P14,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21

Room options

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(68 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbor View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

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1181 Hollis St, Halifax, NS, B3H2P6

What's nearby

  • Pier 21 National Historic Site - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Maritime Museum of the Atlantic - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Scotiabank Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Halifax Citadel - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Bicycle Thief - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Garrison Brewing Co - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Wired Monk Coffee Bistro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Henry House Ltd - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Westin Nova Scotian

Upscale hotel near Pier 21 National Historic Site
Located close to Discovery Centre and Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk, The Westin Nova Scotian provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Seaport Social Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and ATM/banking services
  • A reception hall, free newspapers, and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 310 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (CAD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (CAD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 16 to 28 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Seaport Social Lounge
  • Seaport Social Restaurant

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 1930
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 50
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 35.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 25.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 16 to 28 per person
  • Self parking fee: CAD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: CAD 32 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, window guards, and a deadbolt lock
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 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Westin Hotel Nova Scotian
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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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Frequently asked questions

Does The Westin Nova Scotian have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Westin Nova Scotian?

As of Jun 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Westin Nova Scotian on Jul 20, 2025 start from P 12,125.32, 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.

Is The Westin Nova Scotian pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 35.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Westin Nova Scotian?

Self parking is available for CAD 25 per night. Valet parking is available for CAD 32 per night.

What time is check-in at The Westin Nova Scotian?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Westin Nova Scotian?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for CAD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is The Westin Nova Scotian located?

Located in Downtown Halifax, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Discovery Centre and Pier 21 National Historic Site. Maritime Museum of the Atlantic and Neptune Theatre are also within 15 minutes. Halifax Station is only a 1-minute walk.

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The Westin Nova Scotian Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 492 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 123 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Excellent stay, beautiful hotel, nice restaurant, and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Wonderful stay in a great location close to the waterfront. Easy parking as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Nice property Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Location to VIA Canada and the waterfront is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Perfect location. Staff were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Can't beat the comfort of the heavenly bed nor the hospitality of the Nova Scotia Westin team.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Safe, clean, secure and luxurious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Easy to get to other areas downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

great place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Comfortable beds and pillows. Staff was friendly, courteous and helpful with suggestions for places to eat in the area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

The guys at the main door were super helpful and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

It was a wonderful stay. Very quiet yet close to the middle of the city
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great staff, and very clean property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Loved the location! It was so easy to walk to the boardwalk or restaurants. Wish I had had a chance to use the pool, it was small but looked nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Excellent property, staff is very professional and pillows super comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Great location. Well maintained hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The Westin is a great hotel in downtown Halifax. Clean rooms, very friendly staff, and a great in-house restaurant! Pet-friendly too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Quiet, safe, helpful and friendly staff, delicious buffet breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10

Nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Loved the comfy bed and the hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Great place to stay. Good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Convenient enclosed short walk to and from VIA Rail station, and nice having Herz Rental Car in the basement. Unfortunately, it is a long walk from the elevator to the accessible room, but the room was very nice, and the walk -in shower was the best.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Excellent hotel. We will return
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Fantastic stay! Will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025