Title: Swedish House, Bright and Modern Downtown Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Swedish House, Bright and Modern Downtown Retreat Apartment in Dartmouth with kitchen ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106570000/106566900/106566882/2409ee85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106570000/106566900/106566882/c537817a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106570000/106566900/106566882/47f3399c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106570000/106566900/106566882/dbe0f787.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106570000/106566900/106566882/85c9921f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Swedish House, a bright and modern retreat located at Ports on Portland. This boutique hotel setup offers a unique, custom-tailored experience with nine distinct spaces curated by local artists. Enjoy the lively ambiance of downtown Dartmouth just steps away from award-winning restaurants and bars. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2450 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Swedish House, Bright and Modern Downtown Retreat Summary: Step into the Swedish House at Ports on Portland, a vibrant and spacious unit that welcomes you with its sharp yellow and blue paint job. The living room comfortably seats five, providing a cozy and inviting space for relaxation or gatherings. The bedroom features a comfortable queen bed, highlighted by a striking yellow dot backdrop that brings the golden sun into your mornings. The bathroom is extremely modern and tastefully designed, adding a touch of luxury to your stay. The Space: Welcome to Ports on Portland, a unique boutique hotel experience situated on the edge of downtown Dartmouth. Our building features nine distinct and beautifully designed spaces, each curated by local artists to offer a truly memorable stay. Swedish House is a bright and modern retreat located in Ports on Portland, right in the heart of downtown Dartmouth. This boutique hotel setup provides a unique, custom-tailored experience just steps away from award-winning restaurants and bars. With limited parking, we recommend using Uber or the nearby bus services for convenience. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of Halifax and the vibrant, cheerful ambiance of Swedish House, perfect for stays ranging from one to seven nights. Our property is not your typical hotel. We offer a boutique setup that provides a unique, custom-tailored experience designed to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Each unit within our building has been thoughtfully prepared to reflect a distinct theme and atmosphere, ensuring that every stay feels special and different. Our zoning allows for short-term rentals, making it easy for you to stay for both quick trips and extended visits. We are continuously enhancing our amenities, such as transforming the rooftop area into a terrace for additional outdoor space. The Neighborhood: Come stay with us at Ports on Portland and enjoy a one-of-a-kind boutique experience in the heart of downtown Dartmouth. Whether you're here for a night out in the Bar District, a culinary adventure, or simply to soak up the vibrant atmosphere of Halifax, our unique spaces offer the perfect home base for your visit. Located right at the Bar District, you'll find yourself just a 30-second walk from some of the best award-winning restaurants and bars in the country. This vibrant area is perfect for those looking to explore the rich cultural scene and dynamic nightlife of Halifax. While parking is limited, the convenience of Uber and nearby bus services makes getting around easy. Embrace the charm of Halifax and discover the city's attractions just a short distance from our doorstep. Getting Around: Due to our central location and limited parking, we recommend using Uber or the nearby bus services for your transportation needs. This allows you to easily navigate the city and enjoy all the local hotspots without the hassle of finding parking. Please note that this is a lively downtown area. It’s not the place for those seeking a quiet retreat. You may hear people walking by at night from the nearby bars, and there may occasionally be homeless individuals passing by. However, there are no encampments nearby. Our building is old and, despite extensive renovations, the walls are still thin, so sound can travel. Other Things to Note: Please note that this is a lively downtown area. It’s not the place for those seeking a quiet retreat. You may hear people walking by at night from the nearby bars, and there may occasionally be homeless individuals passing by. However, there are no encampments nearby. Our building is old and, despite extensive renovations, the walls are still thin, so sound can travel. Due to our central location and limited parking, we recommend using Uber or the nearby bus services for your transportation needs. This allows you to easily navigate the city and enjoy all the local hotspots without the hassle of finding parking. There is NO parking. There is no AC, washer, or dryer. Please, note: the apartment is located at the 2nd floor without an elevator. Our provision of essential supplies is a testament to our dedication to your care, aiming to make your Halifax visit as worry-free and enjoyable as possible. We're happy to provide you with the following supplies for your convenience for FREE: ● Salt and pepper ● 2x toilet paper ● 1 paper towel ● 2 bath towels ● 2 washer pods, 2 dryer sheets (if unit has washer/dryer) ● 2 tide pods (if unit has dishwasher) If you require more than we have provided you are required to purchase extras yourself ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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However, there are no special amenities for children. No smoking in apt ($250); Lost keys ($100); Failing to recycle (... ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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 STR2526T5939 ### Property is also known as 6679a89f83b3080013fd99fd ## 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%7C44.66594%2C-63.56645&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rMkEvJUwTBUyeq5fIQyNGUyaRTI=) Dartmouth, Nova Scotia #### What's nearby - Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 4.3 km - Casino Nova Scotia - 6 min drive - 4.3 km - Halifax Citadel - 6 min drive - 4.3 km - Scotiabank Centre - 6 min drive - 4.7 km - Halifax Convention Centre - 6 min drive - 4.7 km #### Getting around - Halifax Station - 14 min drive - Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 23 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk - ‪Tim Hortons - ‬6 min walk - ‪Evan's Seafood Restaurant - ‬6 min walk - ‪Celtic Corner - ‬3 min walk - ‪Café Good Luck - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Swedish House, Bright and Modern Downtown Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Swedish House, Bright and Modern Downtown Retreat? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Swedish House, Bright and Modern Downtown Retreat? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Swedish House, Bright and Modern Downtown Retreat located? > Located in Downtown Dartmouth, this apartment building is steps from Royal Canadian Legion Military Museum and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk. Ferry Terminal Park and Alderney Landing are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Swedish House, Bright and Modern Downtown Retreat Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 9.0 Eco-friendliness ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krystopher Aug 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication There was nothing to dislike about this property. Easily accessible, many dining options around, the ferry and bus stops are nearby and the area looks nice enough to take an easy stroll. ##### Krystopher Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Natasha B. Jun 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Halifax Music Fest Weekend Swedish house was a cute and perfectly sized apartment for me and my husband. We loved that we were so conveniently located to many great places to eat and to lovely parks and markets to enjoy. We walked most everywhere but the bus and ferry were also just steps away when needed. The only draw backs were the road noise right outside the bedroom window and the lack of A/C (an oversight made when booking as its not a listed feature). It was hot in the apartment when we arrived but cooled as the temperature dropped with the rainy weather. Luckily it was a cooler weekend so the inside temp was good with the windows left open. Overall we were happy with our stay at the Swedish house and we had an amazing time touring Dartmouth and Halifax. The whole weekend ended with an amazing performance from The Killers at the Halifax Music Fest. ![The commuter Ferry at Alderney Landing, just a few blocks from our door.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7152f051-0c4d-4e7c-91de-a3ed9dc89e19-1751311317553.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Some of the garden at Leighton Dillman Park.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b343212b-d6d6-4a18-a0be-983e4ed6ed7a-1751311320113.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![The tall ship at Cable Wharf in Halifax.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c1641f31-c5fb-4d74-bab7-e55a268433c5-1751311317751.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Drunken lamp posts art installation on the boardwalk in Halifax.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b5145b1c-4634-4be7-89ff-61acb8c23f37-1751311318069.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Natasha B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lorne Oct 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### Lorne Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deb & Julie Jun 1, 2025 ##### Deb & Julie Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Halifax-Marriott-Harbourfront-Hotel.h888370.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Nova Scotian](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-The-Westin-Nova-Scotian.h40709.Hotel-Information) > > [Mount Saint Vincent University Residence - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Mount-Saint-Vincent-University-Residence.h11513110.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hollis Halifax a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-The-Hollis-Halifax-A-DoubleTree-Suites-By-Hilton-Hotel.h41224.Hotel-Information) > > [Saint Mary's University Residence Summer Accommodations](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Saint-Marys-University-Residence-Summer-Accommodations.h11099004.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-The-Sutton-Place-Hotel-Halifax.h51088534.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Halifax-Bedford.h1304359.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Halifax-Downtown.h1639806.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Comfort-Inn.h19352.Hotel-Information) > > [Commons Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Commons-Inn.h1311296.Hotel-Information) > > [Stunning 1-Bedroom Furnished Apartment Overlooking Beautiful Halifax Harbour](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-1-Bedroom-Furnished-Apartment-Overlooking-Halifax-Harbour.h37887830.Hotel-Information) > > [Atlantica Hotel Halifax](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Atlantica-Hotel-Halifax.h7803.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Halifax](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Hotel-Halifax.h10047.Hotel-Information) > > [Homewood Suites by Hilton Halifax-Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Homewood-Suites-By-Hilton-Halifax-Downtown.h8128515.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-By-Hilton-Halifax-Downtown.h2808.Hotel-Information) > > [The Halliburton](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-The-Halliburton.h1947.Hotel-Information) > > [Windmill walk](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Windmill-Walk.h36822749.Hotel-Information) > > [Prince George Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Prince-George-Hotel.h22435.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Suites Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Cambridge-Suites-Hotel.h2858.Hotel-Information) > > [Future Inns Halifax](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Future-Inns-Halifax.h908475.Hotel-Information) > > [Garden South Park Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Garden-South-Park-Inn.h6612005.Hotel-Information) > > [Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Chateau-Bedford.h20624.Hotel-Information) > > [Muir, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Halifax](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Muir.h70316139.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott Halifax Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Halifax-Downtown.h1107696.Hotel-Information) > > [Moxy Halifax Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Moxy-Halifax-Downtown.h91626033.Hotel-Information) > > [Dalhousie University Accommodations](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Dalhousie-University-Accommodations.h18035187.Hotel-Information) > > [The Barrington Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-The-Barrington-Hotel.h27989.Hotel-Information) > > [The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-The-Lord-Nelson-Hotel-Suites.h460519.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Points by Sheraton Halifax](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-Halifax.h806113.Hotel-Information)