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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront

3.5 out of 5

4.0/5 Very good

Guests rated this property 4.2/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Pet Friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Business Services

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-in
  • 24-hour vacancy between guest room stays

Explore the area

    Popular LocationCape Breton Centre for Craft and Design2 min walk
    Popular LocationCentre 2006 min walk
    Popular LocationCape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science7 min walk
    AirportSydney, NS (YQY)17 min drive

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  • Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Feature)

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    4.8/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Ocean view
    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed
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  • Standard Room, Non Smoking

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Partial ocean view
    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
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  • Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

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    4.1/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Partial ocean view
    • Sleeps 2
    • 1 Queen Bed
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  • Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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    Room amenities

    • Partial ocean view
    • Sleeps 5
    • 1 King Bed
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  • Room, 1 King Bed, View

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Ocean view
    • Sleeps 3
    • 1 King Bed
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  • Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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    4.7/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Partial ocean view
    • Sleeps 3
    • 1 Queen Bed
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  • Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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    3.9/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Partial ocean view
    • Sleeps 4
    • 1 King Bed
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  • Room, 2 Queen Beds, View (Waterfront View)

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    4.5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • Ocean view
    • Sleeps 4
    • 2 Queen Beds
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About this area

Sydney

Located in Sydney, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront is in the city center and on the waterfront. Johnson Lake Nature Reserve and Petersfield Provincial Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science and Membertou Heritage Park. 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.
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What's nearby

  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 2 min walk
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 6 min walk
  • Centre 200 - 6 min walk
  • St. George's Church & Cemetery - 7 min walk
  • Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science - 7 min walk

Getting around

  • AirportSydney, NS (YQY) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • SaltSpray Restaurant — 1 min walk
  • Crown and Moose Pub — 1 min walk
  • Tim Hortons — 4 min walk
  • The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse — 4 min walk
  • A Bite of Asia — 5 min walk
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About this property

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront

Eco-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and indoor pool
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an indoor pool and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a spa tub, and a 24-hour business center are onsite. All 152 rooms feature comforts like pillowtop beds and premium bedding, while conveniences include refrigerators and coffee makers. Free WiFi and MP3 docks are standard, as are flat-screen TVs with cable channels.
Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront offers 152 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Sydney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Green / Sustainable Property
This property participates in Green Key Eco-Rating Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Reservations are required for the use of certain onsite facilities
This information is provided by our partners.

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
  • Onsite parking is wheelchair accessible

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–10:30 AM: CAD 20 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Dry cleaning service
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Languages spoken

  • English

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center (5600 square feet of space)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille signage
  • In-room accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/tub combination

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Pay movies
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 4:00 PM - 4 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 35 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Dogs and cats only
2 per room (up to 50 lbs)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night
Free cribs (infant beds)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: CAD 3.45 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: CAD 20 per person (approximately)
  • Self parking fee: CAD 7 per day
  • Pet fee: CAD 35 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 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; 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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
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.

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront
Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront Hotel
Holiday Inn Waterfront Hotel Sydney
Holiday Inn Waterfront Sydney
Delta Hotel Sydney
Sydney Delta Hotel
Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront Nova Scotia
Sydney Waterfront Sydney
Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront Hotel
Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront Sydney
Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront Hotel Sydney

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront and receive a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront?
As of Mar 2, 2021, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront on Mar 11, 2021 start from CA $101, 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 Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
Is Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 per room) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of CAD 35 per accommodation, per day.
How much is parking at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront?
Self parking is available for CAD 7 per day.
What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM - 4 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront located?
Located in the heart of Sydney, this eco-friendly hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design, World's Largest Fiddle, and Centre 200. St Patrick's Church Museum and St. George's Church & Cemetery are also within 10 minutes.
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Rating 5 - Excellent. 342 out of 881 reviews
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Rating 4 - Good. 345 out of 881 reviews
4 - Good 39%
Rating 3 - Okay. 111 out of 881 reviews
3 - Okay 13%
Rating 2 - Poor. 56 out of 881 reviews
2 - Poor 6%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 27 out of 881 reviews
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4.2/5

Cleanliness

4.2/5

Staff & service

4.0/5

Amenities

4.1/5

Property conditions & facilities
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2/5 Poor

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

4/5 Good

Travelled with partner
Happy face iconLiked: Staff & service, amenities
There was absolutely nothing unique about the property. It did have a nice view of the Harbour.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

4/5 Good

Travelled with partner
Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not much unique - although it was a nice stay and nice staff. A little overpriced, however.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

5/5 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

5/5 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

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