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Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel

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You can look forward to free full breakfast, an arcade/game room, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Lakeside Bar & Grill, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(122 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

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Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a large window offering a view of a lake and greenery.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Lake View (with Sofabed)

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Lake View

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  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a large window offering a view of a lake and greenery.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View (Pet Friendly)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View (Pet Friendly)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a microwave.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a table, and a view of the outdoors.

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a lamp.

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, and a view of greenery through large windows.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a framed picture on the wall, and a dark headboard.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Located in Halifax, Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel is in the business district and on a lake. Bowlarama Spryfield and Halifax Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Dartmouth Crossing and Halifax Shopping Centre. Traveling with kids? Consider Museum of Natural History, or check out an event or a game at Scotiabank Centre. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snow tubing and sledding. Visit our Halifax travel guide
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250 St. Margaret's Bay Rd, Halifax, NS, B3N 1J4

What's nearby

  • A lake with autumn foliage, a sandy shore, and houses in the background.
    Chocolate Lake Beach
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A modern building with the sign "HALFAX SHOPPING CENTRE".
    Halifax Shopping Centre
    2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Saunders Park
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Long Lake Provincial Park
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Sir Sandford Fleming Park
    4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Halifax Station
    15 min drive
  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    4 min drive
  • Tim Hortons
    17 min walk
  • Dairy Queen
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • A&W Restaurant
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lakeside Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

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
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (5,995 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (28 inches high)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 9 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1970
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number STR2627T9042

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel located?

This family-friendly Halifax hotel is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Chocolate Lake Beach, Halifax Shopping Centre, and Long Lake Provincial Park. Emera Oval and Museum of Natural History are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1080 out of 1827 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 505 out of 1827 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1827 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1827 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1827 reviews

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8/10 Good

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Reasonable price, great location, easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location was perfect for us to Halifax and South shore trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, breakfast was good, staff was helpful, location was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location not far from Downtown Halifax or Bayers Lake. Clean location, great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel , comfortable beds , great breakfast and green space with the lake right outside
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Beautiful view of the lake, well located, clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean property, helpful staff, very good food at the restaurant, free breakfast. The view is also amazing! I'd stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, good breakfast, wish I had stayed longer to enjoy the amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a great place to stay away from the bustle of downtown, and the lake setting was peaceful and beautiful. Parking was a bit of an issue, particularly on the Saturday night, but hotel staff were available to help.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good location. Mice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was clean and comfortable and the staff were so friendly and helpful. There is free parking and a very good breakfast included and the location is only around 10 minutes from the city centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a great time there. Staff were so helpfull and also the breakfast was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff very helpful, location by the lake very nice, the breakfast was very good, rooms were clean, pool and arcade area was great, Had a little bit of trouble checking in but that was due to the power outage
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The front desk staff was very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The scenery
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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HANDLED MY CONCERNS IMMEDIATELY …… CLEAN ROOMS …… EXCELLENT BREAKFAST SELECTION DESK SERVICE VERY HELPFUL WITH RECOMMENDATIONS AND TRAVEL STAY IN HALIFAX. WILL RECOMMEND SERVICE AND CENTRAL LOCATION.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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staff were helpful and friendly room was clean and suitable. mattress on one of the beds could be replaced breakfast was excellent, hotel was busy but they move people around very efficiently good location for getting around Halifax and outskirts
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Located near the lake, the environment is very beautiful. The coffee in the lobby is excellent. Friendly and professional staff. I would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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well situated
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean hotel, good breakfast with a view and great beans! Pool and arcade are great, the gym could be a little bigger but does suffice. Room was clean and cleaning staff very helpful. Will stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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I had a wondeful stay at this hotel and would recommend to everyone! The hot breakfast was excellent with alot of choices and the staff was really friendly. My room was large, clean with a fireplace and huge tub in the bedroom everything needed for a romantic stay@ (executive room) which had a fabulous lake view. I would highly recommend staying at this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great. The only setback was a power outage the hotel experienced which delayed check-in time. However, staff were very accommodating and worked patiently to get every one settled in!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Rooms were clean and bed was comfortable Breakfast was excellent. Older hotel but well Maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was great location and continental breakfast was impressive!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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great breakfast and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026