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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG

3.5 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with 2 restaurants and a fitness center

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Daily full breakfast (CAD 20 per person)
Front of property
Indoor pool
Meeting facility
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Gym

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Located in Sydney, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG 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 Cineplex Cinemas Sydney. Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science and Exhibition Grounds are also worth visiting. 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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300 Esplanade, Sydney, NS, B1P1A7

What's nearby

  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Centre 200 - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Membertou Heritage Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Steel City Sports Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Smitty's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Casino Nova Scotia - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Daniel's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG

Hotel by the ocean
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and ocean views. 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
  • Express check-in, a vending machine, and a front-desk safe
  • A TV in the lobby, wedding services, and laundry services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
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. Guest reviews highly rate 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 to 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
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • In-room 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
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (6,300 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 provided

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
Express check-in available
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 at the property
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.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 6 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

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. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: CAD 3.45 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 STR2526T8600

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, fitness facility, or hot 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

As of Aug 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG on Sept 12, 2025 start from CA $169.0, 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 by IHG 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 by IHG?

Self parking is available for CAD 7 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Sydney, this hotel is steps from Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk and Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design. St. George's Church & Cemetery and Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science are also within 10 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 437 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1006 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good dining options at the hotel and in close proximity to the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Helmut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great waterfront restaurant view. Greataccess to things and places we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Amenities
Very close to cruise ship port
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean & well maintained. The staff was courteous & pleasant. Great location, lots of dining nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in an excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel itself is tired but renovations are underway so that should improve. Great staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Old, but nice view and close to the peer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Keith

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A tired property with a relatively high room rate
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cecile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved free breakfast…anything from menu!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
superb
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Pool
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was excellent and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
They are in the process of renovations. The rooms are older but clean. Bathroom was in rough shape but they discounted our room to make up for it. TV was older no casting or streaming. The view of the harbour and the cruise ships was incredible. Nice boardwalk along the harbour. Great location to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK

Liked: Cleanliness
clean ,friendly, obliging,great beds
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the check-in proceaa...quick, and hotel manager was extremely friendly 👌
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It served our purpose, right on the boardwalk
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jared

Liked: Staff & service
Hotel is run down but it’s a nice area
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They charge for parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I felt that the staff could have been more accommodating. For example, is the restaurant open for breakfast?, Nope. Only to find out that the restaurant was open
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool area was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025