Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel

3.5 star property
Waterfront hotel in Sydney with indoor pool and bar/lounge

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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel

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Standard Room
Indoor pool
Property amenity
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Daily full breakfast (CAD 20 per person)

Overview of Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel

8.2

Very good

Property highlights

  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Map
300 Esplanade, Sydney, NS, B1P1A7
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski storage
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Spa tub
  • Waterslide
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

About this area

What's nearby

  • On the boardwalk
  • Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lebanese Flower - 5 min walk
  • Napoli Pizzeria - 6 min walk
  • Kenny's Pizza - 20 min walk
  • Boston Pizza - 14 min walk
  • Maple Leaf Restaurant - 2 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.

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Follows standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Reservations are required for the use of certain onsite facilities
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 152 rooms
  • Arranged over 10 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 4:00 PM - 4 AM
  • Express check-out available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • 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
  • 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
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • 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:
  • Service fee: CAD 3 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 20 per person

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from August 14 2023 to September 30 2023 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the dining venues

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, health club, fitness facility, or spa tub without adult supervision

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; masks are required in public areas; reservations are required for some onsite facilities.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
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?
You can check in from 4:00 PM - 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 kayaking, 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. One of the dining venues will be unavailable from August 14 2023 to September 30 2023 (dates subject to change).
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, a short 2-minute walk from Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design and 7 minutes' walk from Centre 200.

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

mary, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

One bed needs replacement.
Gert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Cape Breton Hospitality at a great hotel
Excellent location to Centre 200 and the pub on location is so great for convenience, good food and great service
Janelle, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

There was trash bags all over the second floor
Marc, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Sebastien, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Exquisite Stay in Sydney
Excellent room with a view of the bay/harbor and the world's largest fiddle! King bed offered superior comfort. The hot tub provided total muscle rejuvenation, whilst the waterslide was an unexpected thrill. Breakfast was tasty and delicious
patrick, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ricardo, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good