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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG

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

Photo gallery for Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG

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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr

Explore the area

Map
300 Esplanade, Sydney, NS, B1P1A7
  • World's Largest Fiddle
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Centre 200
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Whitney Pier Historical Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sydney, NS (YQY)
    ‪18 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
Premium bedding
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
Premium bedding
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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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
Premium bedding
  • 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
Premium bedding
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
Premium bedding
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
Premium bedding
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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Sydney

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG 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. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Sydney hotel, you'll be 24.9 km (15.5 mi) from Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Centre 200 - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whitney Pier Historical Museum - 4 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 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 by IHG

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with 2 restaurants and fitness centre
As a guest of Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG, 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 by IHG. 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 by IHG 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

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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
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Ski storage
  • 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 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.

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 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
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 STR2526T8600

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 by IHG?

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG 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 by IHG?

As of 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG on 18 Apr 2025 start from NZ$206.66, 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 by IHG?

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

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

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG has an indoor pool.

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

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What luxury perks are available at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG 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 by IHG 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 by IHG.

Is Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG 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 by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG 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 by IHG?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

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 by IHG?

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

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 1097 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 348 out of 1097 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1097 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 1097 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1097 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

6/10 Okay

dale

Travelled with partner
This hotel was fine
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Maria Luz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Lovely room. Great pool facility. We will book again. Parking lot by hotel was full and had to use supplemental parking lot that did not connect directly to hotel. There should be a breakfast bar for patrons.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne

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

4/10 Poor

Logan

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The sheets weren’t changed other people‘s hair. You can tell they were slept in and just made up again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dirty dining equipment, salt and pepper shackers were covered with dried on food as was the walls, coffee pot ect. I am a IHG member, this hotel increased the price of the room for what i believe to be corporate greed. The heat/air conditioner had to be upluged to turn it off. There's no reason why i should have to pay close to $300.00 for a one night stay. I will never vist this property again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Brianne

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Ok.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Slow elevators
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vikram

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel needs a refresh
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilfred

Courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I forgot my wallet in my room when I checked out. I returned 30 min later and cleaning staff had already returned it to the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New hotel with full dining and fitness facilities in the heart of historic Sydney and with a magnificent view of Sydney's beautiful harbour.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Dino

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lobby looks upgraded but room isn’t. Dirty/Stained carpet in room. Waterfront room had more of a view of the roof ac unit than the waterfront?
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with partner
The amount of smoking outside of the lobby was really not nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Amy

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dated but clean. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

WENDY

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Tristen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was A very comfortable enviroment
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Nadia

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

10/10 Excellent

Francis

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

4/10 Poor

Adelle

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and halls are extremely run down. The carpets are so used that the dirt and stains are ground in. The walls are much the same. Not worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024