The Westin Nova Scotian

Hotels
Westin
8.3 (797 reviews)
1181 Hollis Street , Halifax , ca

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Dirty items in the room
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.55
Some cleaning details took the shine off; generally clean but noted issues with dirty items.
Service
9.55
Staff were friendly, helpful, and provided exceptional service throughout the facility.
Location
9.05
The location is fantastic for the waterfront and other attractions.
Room Quality
8.05
Rooms were comfortable, although some showed signs of wear and tear.
Amenities
8.05
The hotel facilities are good, but some amenities like the buffet were limited.
Value for Money
8.55
The breakfast and location provided good value overall, despite some pricing concerns.
Food and Beverage
7.05
Breakfast was noted as poor value for money, but the restaurant food was praised.
Overall Experience
8.55
Despite some issues, the overall stay was positive and enjoyable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 00:18

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
The Westin Nova Scotian offers elegantly designed guest rooms with modern amenities including cable TV, in-room safes, and mini-fridges, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Dining Experience
Indulge in a culinary journey at The Seaport Social, the hotel's on-site restaurant, serving a diverse menu of delicious food and drinks to satisfy every palate.

Convenient Facilities
With a state-of-the-art fitness centre, indoor heated pool, foreign currency exchange, and car rental desk, The Westin Nova Scotian ensures a convenient and enjoyable stay for all guests.

Experience luxury and convenience in the heart of Halifax at The Westin Nova Scotian. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that the hotel offers complimentary 2 megabit WiFi service, suitable for most internet tasks. Bandwidth increase to 5 megabit is available at CAD 12 per 24-hour period.

Please note that guests must provide a credit card upon check-in. Name on the credit card must match the guest's name. If the guest is using a third party credit card, they must contact the property for the authorization form.

Valet Parking is available for a cost of $27 CAD plus applicable taxes per day.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: YHZ

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs CAD 25 per day.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 797 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.55
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.05
Amenities: 8.05
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 7.05
Overall Experience: 8.55
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emiline extended_group ca
10
2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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Stephanie couple ca
10
2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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PAULO solo_traveller br
10
Pros:

De tudo. A localização é fora de série. Perto do porto e do calçadão da cidade. O hotel tem um nível superior. Recepção, restaurante, quartos e pessoal. As pessoas merecem uma menção a parte, pela simpatia e cordialidade.

Cons:

Não me recordo de nada.

2026-04-23 via Nuitee
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sophierH6096AX Business
10
Great stay—excellent service, prime location; minor noise and limited toiletries.
Pros:

Overall, it was a very pleasant stay. One downside was the noise after 10 p.m., with people talking loudly in the hallways without much regard for others trying to rest.
As for cleanliness, nothing to complain about—everything was very clean and well maintained on a daily basis. The only minor remark would be that the toiletries were a bit limited: items like body lotion and cotton swabs were not replenished after the initial use during a four-day stay. Excellent service, with very kind and attentive staff. The restaurant team stood out for their professionalism and high standards.
Finally, the location is exceptional—very close to the convention centre and Point Pleasant Park.

2026-04-19 via Tripadvisor
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dianasY7926PK Family
10
Stay for sport event in town
Pros:

Excellent place to stay when looking for quiet/ comfort and convenience with the family in a central location.
We were able to arrive in Halifax and relax watching a large flatscreen, fall asleep in a very comfortable bed with cozy and soft duvet. The rainfall shower feels great after a long day at a sports event!
We also really love that there is a restaurant onsite with room service. The food is delicious and you can order quickly online!
We will definitely stay here again, staff are lovely and polite. Entire hotel is sparkling clean, like you could eat off the floor.
Diana

2026-04-19 via Tripadvisor
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lewispontifex Business
10
Great Hotel
Pros:

Nice hotel in a great location with friendly staff and wonderful food! I would stay here on every trip to Halifax.

2026-04-19 via Tripadvisor
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sherryhE5650AJ Business
6
Meh
Pros:

The hotel is noce, good location but the room i reserved woth 2 befs was not available and they tried to put me in a single. I was with my adult son so no way. Was not impressed with having to argue my way into my requested room after a red eye flight

2026-04-17 via Tripadvisor
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F8825TGkatial Business Chicoutimi, Saguenay, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region, Quebec
8
Pleasant environment for a business meeting
Pros:

Excellent service! Food provided during the conferences was delicious and some healthy options were offered. I particularly enjoyed having veggies and fruits. The gym has a good variety of training "toys".
The location is excellent since there are lots of shops, restaurants and an amazing sidewalk by the water within walking distance.

2026-04-17 via Tripadvisor
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Louise155032 Solo travel Montreal, Quebec
10
Enjoy the Westin in Halifax
Pros:

The hotel is beautiful, the staff is great, the amenities are spectacular

2026-04-17 via Tripadvisor
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Elliot couple ca
10
Pros:

We had a very comfortable room with a view if the harbour. Staff were very friendly and professional.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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David couple ca
6
Cons:

Room was not well set up.
Only one comfortable chair.
Internet difficult to access

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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756vanessal Couples
10
Great Hotel
Pros:

Always an amazing experience! The customer service is top notch. I can’t say enough good things.

2026-04-13 via Tripadvisor
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tshep42 Couples Halifax, Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia
8
Pretty Good
Pros:

Room was clean and nice but a little on the small side. It wasn’t Fairmount small but just a bit tighter. Harbour side rooms have a great view. Nice sized desk if you’re working in your room.
My only complaint is the water pressure in the shower is pretty low.
Service was friendly and helpful to a person.
Location is right downtown on the waterfront. Very close to the Farmers Seaport Market, Pier 21, and lots of restaurants.

2026-04-12 via Tripadvisor
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Shirley couple ca
10
2026-04-11 via Nuitee
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kerouac2 Solo travel Paris, Ile-de-France
6
Perfect for robotic businesspeople.
Pros:

This is a very nice soulless chain hotel that I would appreciate if I were on a business expense account. The room was identical to the rooms in all of these big chains, immaculate, quiet, huge television, good bathroom. It is not at all my style of hotel, but I voluntarily chose it for last minute convenience.

2026-04-10 via Tripadvisor
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elisabethbG2939HL Friends getaway
10
Exceptional Easter Brunch
Pros:

I visited the Westin for Easter Brunch last Sunday. A friend of mine had won two tickets to the brunch as a door prize at an event and invited me to join her. I was looking forward to the experience and, having experienced brunch buffets at many upscale hotels and resorts in various countries in my life, expected a certain level of food quality and choice.

The Westin far outstripped those expectations. Not only were the presentation and variety of offerings stunning, but even more impressively, the quality of every single item I sampled was excellent. It's difficult to pick out specific examples without writing a book, but I can't leave without mentioning the various gelées on the dessert table. Their presentation was lovely, but the exceptional flavours of the passionfruit and raspberry gelée and the raspberry and rose gelée cake layer were beyond any I've experienced from a professional kitchen. There's a culinary genius (or several) in the back of the house!

While I'm an omnivore with virtually no food restrictions, my companion is vegan and came slightly dubious about what would be available to her. Not only were dishes clearly marked to indicate safety for a number of common food restrictions, but when she asked our server about vegan-safe options, a chef immediately came from the kitchen to give her a personalized tour of what was available --which was more dishes than she could try in a sitting.

I originally accepted her invitation thinking it would be a unique experience, as I would not normally consider paying Westin holiday brunch prices for any buffet, no matter how extensive. We can now chalk that attitude up to my lack of imagination. The quality, choice, service, and overall attention to every detail of customer experience add up to a bargain. I'm already planning my next visit.

2026-04-10 via Tripadvisor
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400bertinn Business Montreal, Quebec
10
Great place to be
Pros:

Very great place to be solo or with friends or family

2026-04-09 via Tripadvisor
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travelsrw_opets Family Bancroft, Ontario
10
Nice hotel with old style charm
Pros:

Thoroughly enjoyed this hotel! We were in town to visit family. Location was perfect for us. Got a room with harbour view which was lovely. Loved that it is so dog friendly! Our granddog was able to have a sleepover, no questions asked. Used the gym which was adequate though not exceptional. Good shower pressure, clean room. Nice amenities. Carpets are a bit tired but overall a great stay.

2026-04-08 via Tripadvisor
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Discover56428105408 Family
10
I ask for toothpaste and didnt get it
Pros:

Great atmosphere very clean and quiet

2026-04-08 via Tripadvisor
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C7739HEmicheller Business
10
The Westin is my go-to
Pros:

The Westin has become my go-to hotel now when I am in town. It’s clean and classy and very quiet. Also love the location down on the waterfront.

2026-04-08 via Tripadvisor