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A grand lobby with a central round seating area, ornate ceiling, and a chandelier. - The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites (Halifax)
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A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, elegant furniture, and a large television screen. - The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites (Halifax)
A grand lobby with a chandelier, wooden doors labeled "The Arms," and a seating area with tables and chairs. - The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites (Halifax)
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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Historic elegance in downtown Halifax

Gracious gardens beckon across the street, offering a Victorian oasis in downtown Halifax. This historic property blends classic architecture with modern comfort. The Arms Restaurant serves excellent local meals while the patio provides a lovely setting for drinks.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a coffee maker, a clock, and a door.

Petite Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(127 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a laptop and a coffee cup, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(77 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(79 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, a wooden desk, a chair, and a mirror.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(70 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and an air conditioning unit.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(134 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Premium Suite, Park View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, a coffee maker, and a decorative feather on the wall.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(145 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CLASSIC TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CLASSIC

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located near a boardwalk/promenade, The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites is in Downtown Halifax neighborhood and is connected to a shopping center. Halifax Citadel is a notable landmark, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market and Halifax Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Scotiabank Centre. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our Halifax travel guide
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1515 South Park Street, Halifax, NS, B3J 2L2

What's nearby

  • A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
    Halifax Public Gardens
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A cityscape with a prominent clock tower, modern buildings, and a green field in the foreground.
    Halifax Citadel
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A large brick building with a clock tower, surrounded by a grassy field and several flags.
    Dalhousie University
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A red building with a sign reading "Scotiabank Centre" and a staircase leading up to it.
    Scotiabank Centre
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A modern building with a glass facade and a sign for Rogers Square.
    Halifax Convention Centre
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Rabbit Hole Cafe
    4 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • Stillwell Beergarden & Dairy Bar
    1 min walk
  • Your Father's Moustache
    1 min walk
  • Bliss Caffeine Bar
    2 min walk

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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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured self parking on site (CAD 35 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 19.50 to 29.50 for adults and CAD 19.50 to 29.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Arms

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Private wine tours
  • Stereo
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • 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
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 12,000 square feet of conference space
  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 9 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LED TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • 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
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 40 per accommodation, per week
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 19.50 to 29.50 for adults, and CAD 19.50 to 29.50 for children
  • Secured self parking fee: CAD 35.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 40 per accommodation, per week
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Cashless transactions are available
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 STR2627T0300

We should mention

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
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 40 per accommodation, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for CAD 35.00 per day.

What time is check-in at The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites located?

Located in Downtown Halifax, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Dalhousie University and Halifax Citadel. Halifax Convention Centre and Scotiabank Centre are also within 15 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 Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1798 out of 2585 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 538 out of 2585 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 2585 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 2585 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 2585 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Astrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, clean rooms, restaurant service was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dafna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and a very nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

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Absolutely beautiful hotel with lovely staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in great location for exploring the city. Nice size room and very friendly staff. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, Great signature cocktails in their bar. Located in easy walking distance of all the major attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

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Great stay close to downtown. Very comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and ambiance were amazing. Such a beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, room was comfortable, overall very happy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my go-to hotel when in Halifax. Great location, always spotless, great service. Rooms are spacious, beds comfortable, and feels like a luxury stay every time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay the staff were wonderful and made our anniversary extra special.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely Staff very helpful Restaurant was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chenoa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with exceptional customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with very helpful staff located right across the street from the gardens and close to the citadel and the river front.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Juliano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed with my extended family for one night in our way to the Bay of Fundy. Excellent location, the hotel itself is very good if a little dated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff , helpful , great food , great location .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie-ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Staff was very helpful and nice. Location is absolutely perfect. So centrally located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing during my stay, very accommodating and thoughtful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed at the Lord Nelson multiple times. Being an older hotel, every room seems to be slightly different but I’ve always enjoyed my stay. Comfortable beds, friendly staff and they even have guest laundry available. I would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eugene

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Everyone was great
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful. They offered us an umbrella when we were going out in the rain. YMCA day use was a nice plus only a block away. Restaurant was excellent too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miceala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were very comfortable and we felt the rooms were spacious. We appreciated the walking distance to the Public Gardens, Natural History Museum and Citadel. There were many dining options around in an easy walking distance and driving to the Harbour, Farmers market, etc was very easy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Anna Emilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, clean rooms. Helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Enzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!!! Garden right in front of hotel and hotel is smack in the middle of downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026