Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Centre 200 - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
World's Largest Fiddle - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal - 19 min drive - 24.9 km
Getting around
Sydney, NS (YQY) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Tim Hortons - 6 min walk
Boston Pizza - 14 min walk
Steel City Sports Bar - 13 min walk
Governor's Pub - 2 min walk
Smitty's - 13 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel
Situated by the ocean, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Sydney. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at SaltSpray Restaurant, which is one of 2 restaurants and serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a spa tub. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
152 rooms
Arranged over 10 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless 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.
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 19
Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (CAD 7 per day)
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Waterslide
Children's menu
What to do
Beach nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Ski lessons nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference center (5600 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Ski storage
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1987
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Spa tub
Waterslide
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Room amenities
Be entertained
MP3 docking station
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
SaltSpray Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean, this family restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Crown and Moose Pub - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Service fee: CAD 3.45 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 20 per person
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 35 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)
Parking
Self parking costs CAD 7 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or spa tub without adult supervision
Policies
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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
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, an IHG Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of CAD 35 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs CAD 7 per day. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with activities like boat tours, hiking, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming and spelunking. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the spa tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel also has a waterslide and a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring ocean views.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel like?
Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel is located on the boardwalk/promenade, a short 2-minute walk from Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design and 7 minutes' walk from Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Dec 28, 2024
Not bad
Our stay was not bad. We book our stay so we could have a diferent christmas, the hotel does not have breakfast so we have to pay extra for it only to find out the cafe is closed for the holidays. Plus the parking is not free. However it was a good stay, the kids loved the pool and the room was clean.
Maria Luz
Maria Luz, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 9, 2024
Great hotel that should reconsider parking charge
Great hotel. Have stayed a couple of times now for hockey. Restaurant has great breakfast. I am very surprised however that they charge for parking. I would expect to pay that at a hotel in a large city but Sydney?? Plus the condition of the parking lot is poor. Very hard to find parking when the hotel is busy and it’s very awkward with the small lot on top and most of the parking down a large hill behind - steeply sloped and can be slippery.
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
Vikram
Vikram, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 8, 2024
WENDY
WENDY, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 28, 2024
Nadia
Nadia, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 17, 2024
john
john, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 15, 2024
Just ok.
The beds need to be updated.
PATRICK
PATRICK, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2024
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 5, 2024
Nice property overall. The hot tub was not working other then that it was clean
Conrad
Conrad, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2024
Lovely view of the harbour from our spacious room. Restaurant recently renovated restaurant staff very pleasant and accommodating. Great meal!
Judy
Judy, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 2, 2024
Ideal location, friendly staff and spacious room for the price, as well as an outstanding view from the room. Somewhat noisy however.
Marc
Marc, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Staff was very friendly and rooms were very clean and comfortable
Bria
Bria, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 30, 2024
Location
John
John, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Our entire stay was fantastic! The staff were terrific & the room was very comfortable. The only improvement - I believe the king mattress in our room should be replaced.
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 29, 2024
Gwen
Gwen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2024
Good
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 25, 2024
waterfront is beautiful
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Sep 24, 2024
Calvin
Calvin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
heather
heather, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Sep 23, 2024
Only good thing was the view.
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2024
Our room was upgraded & allowed us to watch cruise shios arriving ,& departing Sydney Harbour. Awesome view.
Ed
Ed, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
Close, efficient, all necessitys
Terrence N
Terrence N, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
Sep 20, 2024
Unfortunately the only rooms available were handicap. Which I felt bad for using them, garbage truck picking up had his back up beaper going. No parking but had to pay. No complimentary breakfast, not enough amenities in the room. Extra fees when booking in. Overall I would not stay at this location again.