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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel

3.5 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with 2 restaurants and fitness centre
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
February 2025
March 2025

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View from property
Front of property
Indoor pool
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Parking available
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb

Explore the area

Map
300 Esplanade, Sydney, NS, B1P1A7
  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • St. George's Church & Cemetery
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Sydney, NS (YQY)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - twin
Blackout curtains
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Sydney

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel puts you in the heart of Sydney, steps from Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design and within a 10-minute stroll of St. George's Church & Cemetery. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, an indoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .The family restaurant, SaltSpray Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. Crown and Moose Pub is the hotel's own pub, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and waterslide. 5600 square feet (520 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and ski storage. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Sydney hotel include Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science and Centre 200.

What's nearby

  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 2 min walk
  • Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science - 7 min walk
  • Centre 200 - 7 min walk
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 7 min walk
  • Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal - 19 min drive

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

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with 2 restaurants and fitness centre
As a guest of Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel, you'll find an indoor pool, a waterslide, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 5600 square feet (520 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and ski storage are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Sydney hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 152 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • 5600 sq ft of conference space
  • 520 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1987
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel offers 152 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and a safe. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Sydney hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (CAD 7 per day)
  • RV/bus/lorry 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
  • Indoor pool
  • Ski storage
  • Spa tub
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • 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 centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (5,600 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent 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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 35 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: CAD 3.45 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from 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 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03011340481118384-300

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?

As of 22 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel on 17 Feb 2025 start from NZ$211.22, including 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 parking available at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel has a self car park for CAD 7 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel has an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What luxury perks are available at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel features an indoor pool, 1 hot tub and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds and premium bedding.

What makes Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and ocean-view dining, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel.

Is Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and a waterslide, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?

No, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 435 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1000 reviews" "

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

10/10 Excellent

Elaine, Belleville

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Food was good to
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a little tired looking but overall would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

john

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

PATRICK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Just ok.
The beds need to be updated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

RUTH

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Amenities
I like how it was handy to the waterfront and restaurants… great view!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room with a good view if the waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful two night stay. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. We had two concerns. One was the air conditioning would not work and the staircase for the outside accessible ramp is in rough shape on one side.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Conrad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice property overall. The hot tub was not working other then that it was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view of the harbour from our spacious room. Restaurant recently renovated restaurant staff very pleasant and accommodating. Great meal!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location, friendly staff and spacious room for the price, as well as an outstanding view from the room. Somewhat noisy however.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and rooms were very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John, Cold Lake

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Gwen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024