Title: Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island Family-friendly vacation home in Big Tancook Island ## Photo gallery for Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island ![Marina - Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island (Big Tancook Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27320000/27312200/27312175/61323f99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island (Big Tancook Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27320000/27312200/27312175/a61f1f7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island (Big Tancook Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27320000/27312200/27312175/eafcadf8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island (Big Tancook Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27320000/27312200/27312175/6fecdbd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sun loungers - Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island (Big Tancook Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27320000/27312200/27312175/6a4576ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched by the ocean, this haven offers an idyllic retreat. Unwind in the jet tub, indulge in a BBQ on the patio with panoramic views, and snuggle up by the fire pit under starry skies. With a fully-equipped kitchen and games room featuring pool tables and flat-screen TVs. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island In addition to the ocean view master bedroom, with a king size bed, there is an ocean view queen size bedroom and a cozy third bedroom with two twin beds. Quality mattresses and linens complemented by fluffy pillows and duvets make for a very good night's rest. The roomy bathroom includes side-by-side sinks and a combination jet tub/shower. Also included is a stacking washer and dryer. The kitchen is fully equipped with the things needed to make great vacation meals. No get away would be compete without outdoor eating. A BBQ, table and chairs make the panoramic ocean view nothing short of enjoyable, or just lay back in one of the loungers to enjoy the night sky. To round out the property there are bicyles, games, DVDs, books and yard toys. After a day of hiking and sightseeing, take a leisurely bath in the jet tub, or relax in front of the big screen TV. Later, you can roast marshmallows on the fire pit at the shore's edge under a star filled night sky. Don't feel like relaxing, there is plenty to do in the lower level games room; play pool, foosball, air hockey, shuffleboard or darts or enjoy sports events or movies on the flat screen TV. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car available - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near the marina ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Golf - Table tennis - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90060000/90058500/90058492/9aa21cef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront beautiful property in a very private area. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-04261426442742247-200 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Oceanfront Elegant Home Games Room Picturesque House Oceanfront Elegant Home Games Room Picturesque Oceanfront Elegant Home Games Room Picturesque House Oceanfront Elegant Home Games Room Picturesque House ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.45924%2C-64.16189&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jLQk56HYNxXsDYoz0aj8R1sHFFs=) Big Tancook Island, NS #### Restaurants - The Deck Convenience and Grocery - Deep Cove Aqua Farms Ltd - Carolyn's Cafe - Doris's Diner ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island? ### What time is check-out at Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island? ### Where is Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Oceanfront Elegant Home with Games Room On Picturesque Big Tancook Island Reviews ## Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 28 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.4/10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven R. Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise!!! We recently spent a week at this stunningly beautiful property, and I am happy to say that it was the most amazing experience that we have ever had on vacation. The owner went above and beyond to provide all the amenities one could ask for. The entire island is a delight to explore, and the people are an eclectic mix of delightful personalities. The games room was magical for my grandchildren, and us adults, which is just icing on the cake. The bottom line is that Raymond's place has it all, for people that are looking for a peaceful, comfortable, and fun place to stay, in one of the most beautiful places imaginable. We will definately be coming back! ##### Steven R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen T. Sep 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great as usual... the most relaxing place on Earth!!!! ##### Karen T. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hugh T. Feb 2, 2019 #### Great house House is very well done and relaxing place to visit ##### Hugh T. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristy F., Schoeneck, Pennsylvania Jul 15, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Big Tancook Island Home - Beautiful property, friendly islanders! House was clean and had everything you could possibly need. Coffee on the back porch for sunrises, sea glass galore, the truck was a huge help to get belongings from the ferry dock. We had a beautiful week of weather, so we didn't utilize the movies, tv very much, but it looked well-stocked with dvds. Can't wait to return to this island treasure. ##### Kristy F. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen T. Aug 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Island The property is beautiful. There were hiccups with key not being in lockbox, car having no gas for 1st day of vacation and then totally broke down when we had to transport family & belongings to Ferry but homeowner was quick to respond to everything and locals provided transport. Also property manager changed hands and we were not aware of this. Stressful start and finale but inbetween was great! This stuff happens! ##### Karen T. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristy F., Schoeneck, Pennsylvania Aug 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect as always! Had another amazing stay at this property. Was even more pleased with the new kitchen and upgrades! Enjoyed the Cadillac. We will be back! Thank you for everything! ##### Kristy F. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter F. Apr 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stress Free Gorgeous, well maintained property with beautiful sunrise views from bedrooms! Well equipped with everything you need! Just arrive with your groceries, relax and enjoy! Highly recommend!! ##### Peter F. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Chana M. Oct 19, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location #### Hi tech in a natural location Raymond’s place is in a gorgeous setting with amazing views and has all the hi tech amenities you could want. A little out of character for the rest of the island and the Wi-Fi radiation was very strong. However, Tancook Island is a gem and I enjoyed my time there very much. The listing didn’t mention that there’s no grocery store on the island, you can’t bring your car over on the ferry, and that there’s a car included with the house rental. It was lucky I checked a map before my trip. I didn’t recieve directions to the house after my booking and it’s lucky Raymond was available by phone when I got there because I needed his help to figure out where the car was parked, and how to unlock the hood and connect the battery in order to start it, in addition to getting directions to the house. The car needed a little work, but was drivable. All in all, it was the worst of the inconveniences to experience this amazing place. ##### Chana M. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Karen T. Aug 14, 2021 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect if you want peacefulness water and a lovely community with a step back in time. Lovely home with all the amenities. Perfect family vacation spot to spend quality time. ##### Karen T. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vikki S. Jun 23, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent accommodations on a beautiful and peaceful little island I’ve been in this house when it was owned by the prior owner. It blows me away how much it has been updated and modernized. Everything was in the rental that you could possibly need. After a seven day vacation in Tancook, I left stress-free and enjoyed the Rental immensely ##### Vikki S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Tammie D. Mar 24, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Experience Such a cute house on a great island. There were lots of friendly people on the ferry and island that helped us out when we needed help. Lots of outdoor things to do on the island. The game room was amazing. Very charming little place. Will defiantly return. ##### Tammie D. ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHERYL O. Sep 30, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### . . ##### CHERYL O. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandi A. Sep 11, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing getaway fabulous time ..property is gorgeous clean modern we highly recommend ##### Brandi A. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen T. Aug 12, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was beyond incredible in every way and already planning next year's trip Everything you could imagine was there. Every need taken care of. Beautiful home beautiful location ##### Karen T. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen H. Sep 18, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Vacation Spot The managers thought of everything with this rental. It is in a scenic location with a well maintained home and deck. Great games for kids and adults downstairs, nice property with fire pit. Thanks! ##### Colleen H. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda R. Aug 20, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun and Games We loved everything about it. A lovely seaside location, amazing sunrises right from bed, great amenities (i.e. dishwasher, a/c, DVD collection, fresh white towels, etc.). The "piece de resistance" was the games room. We played darts, foosball, Ms. Pac-man, air hockey, pool, etc. My daughter, son-in-law, and two grandkids, 16 and 13, joined us for a few days and we had a blast playing all the games. The location on the island couldn't have been better, being close to the South East Beach with a sand dune going out further than we even tried to walk. The water was only waist deep and warm (for the Atlantic Ocean) because it was so shallow. We might well go back another time because we enjoyed it so much. ##### Linda R. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex C., Calgary, AB Jul 25, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property. Everything was perfect! A lovely getaway by the sea. Everything was provided that we could ever need and the house was very clean and welcoming. Our kids loved the “dream” basement. ##### Alex C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHERYL O. Jul 7, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tancook Island We all enjoyed our stay very much. Amanda made sure that we had everything we needed and the place was extremely clean. The house is beautiful and we loved the game room! So helpful to have a vehicle to use on the island as well. We will be back. ##### CHERYL O. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jacqueline D. Jul 1, 2019 Liked: Location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Tancook house Great location, beautiful house! ##### Jacqueline D. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### michael jordan h. Jun 29, 2017 #### This is Atlantic Canada! Lovely seaside home but view impeded by flotsam on shore and a large shed in line of sight. The home itself is probably the nicest dwelling on the island and, trust us, you'll never be bored inside if weather socks you in. This is one dear, quirky island well worth visiting but give it no less than a week, including off-island day trips and island exploration, to sink in. Great sunrise! Love the limo! ##### michael jordan h. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane C. Sep 13, 2016 #### Another Great Visit to Tancook Island! This was our fifth visit to Tancook Island using the "Oceanfront Elegant Home" as our "Home Away from Home". We arrived on the island in the fog to find the car parked in its spot by the wharf, gassed and rearing to go! The first trip to Southeast Cove carried some of the luggage, the 16-month-old, her mother, grandmother and Auntie to open the house while the remaining two stayed at the wharf with the rest of the luggage to await the car's return for them. In no time at all we were all in residence, choosing our bedrooms and lighting the BBQ for our first meal. The next few days passed quickly as we rediscovered the many pleasures of this island paradise and enjoyed the fine, well appointed house which was ours to call home for a few days. And our 16-month-old went around shouting, "Happy! Happy" for 4 days!!! Thank you for making this wonderful adventure available to us! ##### Diane C. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline L., Burritts Rapids, Ontario Canada Jul 11, 2016 #### Surfside Serenity When we chose to visit Nova Scotia this summer, we opted to see it a little differently: this involved selecting an out of the way place as a base for exploring. This rental proved the perfect base camp. We were warmly welcomed aboard the ferry: the locals had a chuckle at a our 8 Rubbermaid bins filled to the brim. Once at the dock, a local man (Neil) offered to take our belongings to the rental for us - saving us numerous trips back and forth. The kindness and openness of these island folk is not to be underestimated. Salt of the earth people with goodness in their hearts and warm smiles every day. The accommodations were exemplary. Sumptuous beds, comfortable sofas. The children enjoyed the games room a plenty! Especially on our first three days here - when rain punctuated the days and nights. And, of course, thank heavens for Netflix and YouTube, and free Wi-if! Through our past VRBO experiences, we pack the house to bring to the house: here, everything was furnished - from TP to soap to laundry detergent and fabric softener, to cleaning products and more. There was simply no need to bring all the gear we usually do. We spent many days walking the coastline and meandering gravels roads. We came face to face with many white tail deer. We collected oodles of sea glass (mermaid tears) and searched for fossils at fossil beach. TIme your mainland adventures right, (to / from ferry) to nearby towns of Chester, Lunenburg and of course Halifax. The region is one waiting to be discovered. Still, selfishly, we hope Big Tancook remains lesser known so we can enjoy its serene quietude again in years to come. 5Star, no holds barred, a perfect island getaway. Attentive and kind hosts (the Bouthiliers) with keen eye to detail, offering every luxury one could want. Campfires by the water... It doesn't get much better than this. Thank you for the memories. ##### Jacqueline L. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane C. Oct 12, 2015 #### Return Journey Our family enjoyed another quiet and peaceful vacation on Tancook Island. The weather was spectacular. We enjoyed the September sunshine during the day and the star filled skies at night. We missed the eclipse of the "blood" moon by two days and regret not having stayed the extra time to witness this celestial event with an unobstructed view of the Heavens. During our nightly fire pit blazes, we warded off the cool September air and managed, at least, to keep the fire side of our bodies warm enough to linger outside after dark to search the Milky Way for stars and constellations. We watched the jets streak overhead to the "eastern and western" as they raced towards their far distant destinations, glad we were in a little part of Heaven on earth that was peaceful enough to hear the sonic booms that followed them. Thanks for Marybeth and Sherry who catered to our every need with efficiency and good humor. We are already making plans for a fourth visit to this island retreat. ##### Diane C. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth S. Jul 29, 2015 #### Peace and Quiet We had a wonderful stay. The house has everything and very comfortable. It is in a quiet location and has a beautiful view. We hiked the beautiful island and had a fabulous lunch at The Tancook Island Cafe. I would recommend this rental for all!!!! ##### Elizabeth S. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane C. Oct 23, 2014 #### Coming Home to Tancook Being no stangers to the awe inspiring natural beauties of Big Tancook Island and enjoying kinship with the island's residents, our reason for renting this house was to rediscover the peace and contentment of our past island experiences of years ago. And rediscover we did! The Milky Way still lights the skies and illuminates the island at night. Sunrises and sunsets remain spectacular. Beach combing for treasures yet delights the soul. Enjoying the peace and quiet, hearing the ocean waves splash on the shore, sitting on a rock watching the tide come and go and seeing the island deer prancing across the fields all served to renew our love for Tancook. Added to all this was the delightful seaside home in which there was everything needed for our comfort and well being. Thank you to Marybeth, Sherry and Sandi for their warm welcome and for the care and concern they showered on us to ensure our stay was perfect in every way. Thank you to the owners who had the vision for this peaceful retreat and willingly shared it with us. Even though we arrived in Chester to discover our car's battery was dead, our enjoyment was not diminished! We are already looking forward to our next visit to 200 Big Tancook Island Road. ##### Diane C. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Old Orchard Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Wolfville-Hotels-Old-Orchard-Inn-Spa.h903228.Hotel-Information) > > [Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Annapolis-Royal-Hotels-Digby-Pines-Golf-Resort-Spa.h890065.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Glengarry Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Glasgow-Hotels-Best-Western-Glengarry-Hotel.h6213.Hotel-Information) > > [Super 8 by Wyndham Windsor NS](https://www.expedia.ca/Wolfville-Hotels-Super-8-By-Wyndham-Windsor-NS.h1710981.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Dartmouth-Hotels-Sandman-Signature-Dartmouth-Hotel.h92611337.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Hotel Bayer's Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Comfort-Hotel-Bayers-Lake.h4258037.Hotel-Information) > > [Inn on Prince Hotel & Conference Centre Truro](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Glasgow-Hotels-Inn-On-Prince-Hotel-Conference-Centre-Truro.h428538.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge by Wyndham Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Sydney.h13904.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Sydney-Waterfront.h27986.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Dartmouth](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Halifax-Dartmouth.h27486693.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Chocolate-Lake-Hotel.h11505.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Dartmouth by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-And-Suites-Halifax-Dartmouth.h34504431.Hotel-Information) > > [Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre, an Ascend Collection Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Halifax-Tower-Hotel-Conference-Centre.h76690078.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott Halifax Dartmouth](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Halifax-Dartmouth.h27486696.Hotel-Information) > > [Tru By Hilton Yarmouth](https://www.expedia.ca/Yarmouth-Hotels-Tru-By-Hilton-Yarmouth.h58323252.Hotel-Information) > > [Alt Hotel Halifax Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Alt-Hotel-Halifax-Airport.h6159326.Hotel-Information) > > [Keltic Lodge At The Highlands](https://www.expedia.ca/Ingonish-Beach-Hotels-Keltic-Lodge-At-The-Highlands.h90103667.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn by Hilton Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Membertou-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-By-Hilton-Sydney-Nova-Scotia.h4905064.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Stellarton by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Glasgow-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Stellarton.h2066604.Hotel-Information) > > [The Simon Hotel Sydney](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Cambridge-Suites-Hotel-Sydney.h8311.Hotel-Information) > > [HFX Airport Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Goffs-Hotels-HFX-Airport-Hotel.h528264.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Dartmouth-Hotel-Suites.h2256605.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Dartmouth](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Dartmouth.h15692.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Halifax - Dartmouth](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-By-Hilton-Halifax-Dartmouth.h2432733.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Bridgewater Hotel & Convention Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Lunenburg-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Bridgewater-Hotel-Convention-Centre.h3812334.Hotel-Information) > > [Inverary Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Baddeck-Hotels-Inverary-Resort.h3845323.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Halifax-Airport.h1942038.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Halifax Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Halifax-Airport.h1379443.Hotel-Information)