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The Barrington Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Scotiabank Centre and Casino Nova Scotia, The Barrington Hotel provides a bar, a health club, and a business center. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Tempo Food and Drink, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and two bedside lamps.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(233 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a wardrobe.

Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(362 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a small table.

Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(224 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a view of the city through large windows.

Business Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(65 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a view of the city through large windows.

Business Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(65 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near a boardwalk/promenade, The Barrington Hotel is in Downtown Halifax, a walkable area in Halifax with great shopping. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Neptune Theatre, while those who have shopping on the agenda may want to visit Halifax Shopping Centre and Dartmouth Crossing. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Scotiabank Centre. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Halifax travel guide
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1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS, B3J 3L6

What's nearby

  • A docked sailboat with people on it, a pier, and a building in the background.
    Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A waterfront building with two domed towers, a bridge, and a cityscape in the background.
    Casino Nova Scotia
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A modern building with a glass facade and a sign for Rogers Square.
    Halifax Convention Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A red building with a sign reading "Scotiabank Centre" and a staircase leading up to it.
    Scotiabank Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Neptune Theatre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Halifax Station
    16 min walk
  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    3 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    3 min walk
  • Harbourstone Sea Grill & Pour House
    4 min walk
  • The Lower Deck
    3 min walk
  • Tempo Food + Drink
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour offsite parking (CAD 29.90 per night)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; CAD 7 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tempo Food and Drink

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Microwave on request
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Guests arriving by vehicle are encouraged to park at the nearest parking garage prior to checking in. The nearest parking garage is located at 1901 Albemarle Street, Halifax, NS, B3J 3L9. Parking ticket may be validated at the front desk for the listed offsite parking fee, which includes in-and-out privileges. Contact the property for additional parking information.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 40.25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of CAD 40.25
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 100 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 7.00 to 25.00 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: CAD 29.9 per night(750 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: CAD 40.25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) plus CAD 40.25 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 smoke detector
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-2020-00-00136400000000000-0

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Does The Barrington Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–11:00 PM.

Is The Barrington Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 100 lbs per pet. There's a fee of CAD 40.25 per accommodation, per week. A cleaning fee of CAD 40.25 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at The Barrington Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Barrington Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Barrington Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Halifax, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and Scotiabank Centre. Neptune Theatre and Casino Nova Scotia are also within 10 minutes. Halifax Station is 16 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Barrington Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2045 out of 5441 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1657 out of 5441 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 994 out of 5441 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 447 out of 5441 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 298 out of 5441 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute and affordable, restaurant was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and a very strategic location. I'll definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Historic Hotel and the staff do a good job keeping it clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible location!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, great bed and quiet . Great location to explore the waterfront board walk of HALIFAX. Would return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and a good place to have breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to everything nice stag and very good restaurant reasonable prices rooms were very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice hotel. The hotel is central downtown and very easy to walk around. Clean and safe. Staff were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, comfortable beds, friendly staff and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great location to walk down to the Harbour . Offered paid parking and allowed us a late checkout which was nice with a baby
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved how close the hotel was to everything downtown. We were able to walk everywhere and not take the car.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location, clean room and staff super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy access to the water front.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very helpful and the property and room were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location. We'll priced.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ladies at the desk were friendly and helpful when checking us in. Rooms are clean and spacious. Beds are comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property very clean. We enjoy been right downtown walk away from everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Price was good and is a great location to enjoy Halifax- for the budget minded, the 320 express bus from the airport stops across the street which saved us about $100 compared to taxi and was only 20 minutes longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in an excellent location that is close to the waterfront, many restaurants around, and the tansport is convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The king bed was very comfortable and the room was very clean. The staff were friendly and assisted with questions we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the waterfront, good restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026