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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG

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

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2 restaurants, breakfast served
Meeting facility
Indoor pool
Exterior
2 restaurants, breakfast served

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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300 Esplanade, Sydney, NS, B1P1A7
  • Place, Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, World's Largest Fiddle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Centre 200
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NS (YQY)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(64 reviews)
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Sydney

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG places you next to Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk and Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design. This 152-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Centre 200 - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cossit House Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Philthy Philly's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Daniel's Restaurant & Lounge - ‬6 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 a fitness center
At Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for CAD 7 per day. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a hot tub, meeting rooms, and a conference center.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and pillow menus ensure a restful night. MP3 docks, refrigerators, and coffee makers are also standard.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide and a fitness center.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CAD 7 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck 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
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Eave Restaurant & Bar
  • The Crown Cafe & Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • 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 center
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (6,300 square feet of space)

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1987
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • 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 available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 6 2025 to March 13 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 35 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Service fee: CAD 3.45 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: 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 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-4 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number STR2526T8600

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features 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).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone 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

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

As of Jan 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG on Feb 18, 2026 start from $107.09, excluding 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.

What is there to do around Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

This hotel is located in Sydney, just steps from Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design and Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk, and within a short walk of Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science. You'll also find World's Largest Fiddle and Centre 200 less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

Yes, parking is offered for CAD 7 per day. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG feature a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

Is Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG good for couples?

This waterfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an indoor pool, a bar, and an ocean-view restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG for a fee of CAD 35 per accommodation, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG is Sydney, NS (YQY), which is 9 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

No, at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG.

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 434 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Donn, Dartmouth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only gripe was construction noise during the day. Renovations on floor above. Otherwise quite a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Kyle

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was fine. Wish i was told i would have to pay an additional 100 dollars on check in. Been to many hotels and this is the first time ive had to pay anything like that. Typically the cars would be charged AFTERWARDS and only if any damages were done. Very unlikely ill be back solwly because of that.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It was what I expected bu the place needs an uplift.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Bob

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel was dirty and noisy due to renovations. Please include this information on your booking site
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Hasan

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carpet was dirty, bathroom needs update specially the shower. Nobody mentioned about paid parking until check out. Would be nice to
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Neil

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Tired hotel - in need of a good refurb. Check in staff were pleasant and helpful. Outside my door was a pile of dirty plates and glassware - I thought I’d been sent to the wrong room. Bed very soft / but clean sheets and a spotless bathroom - hot shower and clean towels. The area surfing big the hotel it a big dubious. Over
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Muhammad

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service
The pool side area was really poor with no towels or staff around requested to bring towels on reception then took 40-45 minutes to get the towels to use in pool with the kids. Breakfast was a surprise to have order only one specific meal per person and was not a buffet service was really disappointing. Bathroom has no toothbrushes or toothpaste. Like small things and paid $400 for one night for 1 bedroom that’s honestly a lot and i’d never been recommended to anyone else even will tell all of my friends not to go there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Francisco

Liked: Staff & service
The location is great, but the hotel is in dire need of renovation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and dinner options were very good. Staff were nice. Building was under renovations which was needed as the rooms/hallways needed a refresh. Location was good to wharf and restaurants. Beds were comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Najiya

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the view over the harbour.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

charmaine

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Marco

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very outdated, noise with renovation immediately above us was loud, we knew about it, but was surprised the room rate was still where it was considering the condition and noise. Was in meetings all day so had the DND on the door, when asked for extra towels and cups, etc. for coffee, it was sloppily done (didn’t take away used towels, didn’t include coffee lids, etc), the second night they didn’t even go into the room (DND sign was removed) and left the extra towels, etc in a garbage bag in front of the door for us to find when we returned from dinner. Not very welcoming, nor accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renovations being done without much inconvenience to the customers
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Staff & service
Parking lot is in poor condition. Water power stopped around 830 am. Must have been due to rennovations.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, had a nice view of the waterfront and could see the worlds biggest fiddle from the our room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good- staff, room had a great view, dining room/ lounge food was good except the coffee - not hot and tastes bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lech

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The other two Holiday Inn properties we stayed in on this trip offered free breakfast. We didn’t qualify apparently. The property is under renovation. At no point during the booking process was this disclosed. The A/C was exceedingly loud, the taps dripped, there were huge stains in the bathtub. We were still charged full price. Snack area was a huge rip off. $4 for a chocolate bar? They were $2 at the other properties. Access stairs to the lower parking lot were blocked off. Would not stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic breakfast, great location near many things to do downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Room and hotel were ok, unfortunately booking though Expedia does not warn that the hot tub was not working and that you need to book a specific package for the ‘free’ breakfast. This was disappointing as the breakfast and hot tub were two of the reasons we chose this hotel with our kids for vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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