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HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

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Dining
Reception
Free WiFi
Front of property
Dining

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

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1253 Barrington St, Halifax, NS, B3J 1Y3
  • Place, Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Halifax Convention Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Scotiabank Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Quadruple Room | Free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Triple Room | Free WiFi

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Halifax

Located in Downtown Halifax within a short walk of Scotiabank Centre, HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Dalhousie University. This 16-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a terrace, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Halifax Port - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Halifax Convention Centre - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Scotiabank Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Halifax Citadel - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 3 min walk
  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Water Polo - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Crème - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rooms Coffee | Listen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk

About this property

HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, access to locker space, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a communal living room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens. Housekeeping is available on request.
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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel Hotel
HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel Halifax
HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel Hotel Halifax

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Halifax within a short 12-minute walk of Scotiabank Centre and also 17 minutes on foot from Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk. You'll also find Halifax Port and Neptune Theatre less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel?

As of Jan 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel on Jan 28, 2026 start from $104.21, 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.

Is parking available on site at HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel feature a casino on the premises?

No, HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel?

The closest major airport to HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel is Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ), which is 20.8 mi away (33 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel?

No, at HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

HI Halifax Heritage House - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
HI Halifax was a lovely stay in a Good Location in the city! Really great value with a clean fun aesthetic. Would certainly consider coming back or visiting their other locations Staff members were super friendly. Wish I took time to share the common areas with fellow travellers.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying, very comfortable, clean with everything we need
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025