Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel

3.5 star property
Comfortable hotel with 2 restaurants and fitness center

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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel

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Indoor pool
Property amenity
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Daily full breakfast (CAD 20 per person)

Overview of Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel

8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

300 Esplanade, Sydney, NS, B1P1A7
  • Popular LocationCrown & Moose1 min walk
  • Popular LocationGovernor's Pub2 min walk
  • Popular LocationDoktor Luke's - a Respectable Coffee House3 min walk
  • AirportSydney, NS (YQY)16 min drive
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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Sydney

Located in Sydney, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel is in the city center and on the waterfront. Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design and St Patrick's Church Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal and Seaview Golf & Country Club. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring nearby.

What's nearby

  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 2 min walk
  • Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science - 7 min walk
  • Centre 200 - 7 min walk
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 7 min walk
  • Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boston Pizza - 14 min walk
  • Tim Hortons - 6 min walk
  • Island Folk Cider House - 8 min walk
  • Governor's Pub - 2 min walk
  • Casino Nova Scotia - 7 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel

Hotel by the ocean
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Enjoy ocean views and more at the two onsite restaurants. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool with a waterslide
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A TV in the lobby, an elevator, and a computer station
  • ATM/banking services, concierge services, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the dining options, breakfast, and helpful staff
Room features
All 152 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CAD 7 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM–10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 20 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Crown and Moose Pub
  • SaltSpray Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Ski storage
  • Spa tub
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (5,600 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1987
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 35 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: CAD 3 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 20 per person
  • Self parking fee: CAD 7 per day
  • Pet fee: CAD 35 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 RYA-2023-24-03011340481118384-300

We should mention

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
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, fitness facility, or spa tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?

As of Mar 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel on Mar 27, 2024 start from CA $134.09, 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 Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of CAD 35 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?

Self parking is available for CAD 7 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Sydney, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design, St. George's Church & Cemetery, and Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science. Centre 200 and World's Largest Fiddle are also within 10 minutes.

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 428 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1000 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Estelle

Staff was kind.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Terry

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a nightmare. A little attention to snow removal would have helped. When we arrived at the room, we noticed there were no towels in the bathroom. The maid service was in the hall and I asked her for some towels. She said they were still in the laundry and she would get some later. She left three towels for three people for two days. The light fixture in the bathroom was falling down and I fixed it myself. The toilet refused to flush, after a little look I discover there was no water in the tank. After I wiggle and tapped on the flush mechanism it started to fill again and we were able to flush. The coffee machine in the room was not plugged in, so I looked under the desk and discovered a small power bar with about 6 items plugged into it, was a wonder it did not set the place on fire. Door key cards had to be inserted into the readers 10 to 15 times to open doors Very frustrating. Was not impressed with the property at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was great and w Everything he wanted
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The condition of the room was ok. A lot of bubbling old wallpaper. The bed was insanely comfortable tho! For that alone I would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarence

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a terrible snowstorm during my stay. Nobody could get in or out of the hotel for hours as the storm was severe. My server from dinner the previous night, Michael, as well as the chef, stayed at the hotel overnight, to ensure that every guest had a hot breakfast the next morning. I thought that this type of forethought and service was incredible. There were others that helped me to get my car out of the parking lot later in the day, and they were exceptional as well. Joey, who worked the front desk, enlisted a couple of the maintenance staff to help me out. I stay at this hotel two nights per month, as I am a sales rep, and it is one of my favorite places to stay in the Maritimes. It is times such as this, that confirm to me, that the management and staff are the best in the business.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly staff here
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Comfortable Beds
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Nearest Airport
Sydney, NS (YQY)