Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site. Parking is limited, and no reservation is required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Pets are allowed with a fee of CAD 20.00 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

What is the location like in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is centrally located in Halifax, just a 3-minute drive from Bayers Lake Business Park and 12 minutes from Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk. It is approximately 8.1 miles from Dartmouth Crossing and 7.4 miles from Dalhousie University.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, the property features an indoor pool and an outdoor heated pool. The operational hours are not specified, but the pool is available year-round.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 3 children aged 18 years and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford

Average nightly price at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$84
February	US$98
March	US$170
April	US$131
May	US$172
June	US$179
July	US$176
August	US$216
September	US$200
October	US$159
November	US$133
December	US$95

What guests think

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG, travellers highlight clean, comfortable rooms, a convenient location, and staff, while families enjoy the waterslide, but recurring complaints note highway noise, elevator outages, pool closures/towel shortages, and occasional pests.

The included hot breakfast gets many compliments, though some reported limited variety and slow replenishment at peak times. Facilities center on the pool, but guests also cite hot tub outages and occasional pool cleanliness or temperature problems. Room comfort is generally strong, yet some mention tricky key cards, weak internet, or uncomfortable sofa beds. Expect a convenient, family-leaning stay with some operational tradeoffs.

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Facilities

Family-friendly pool with waterslide is a highlight, but reviews repeatedly note towel shortages, occasional cloudy or too-hot water, and scheduled lesson closures; the hot tub is often out of service. Elevator outages cause delays, while parking and EV chargers are available (though chargers sometimes don’t work).

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Jesse

21 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room wasn't ready until about an hour after check in time. Staff were very nice and I don't believe it was their fault, I think they were understaffed. No towels in the pool area was probably the first time I experienced that in a hotel. We asked front desk and they couldn't help. The breakfast buffet had odd machines from what was expected (pancakes instead of waffles, juice machine that was surprisingly frustrating to operate) and the service staff were buzzing around cutting in front of guests and generally in the way when it wasn't even busy. They were nice but seemed like they felt like they needed to be rushing around. The experience would be better if they were more discreet and patient in performing their duties. No one seemed to care how our stay was and didn't ask. The cleaning ladies we met were so nice.

6

Yann

19 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The pool was not great, the hot tube was down.

6

Christopher

24 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean but there was nobody at the front desk the couple of times we went down to ask a question, going to the pool both after check in and in the morning there were no towels and the dirty towel bins were both overflowing

10

Frank

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very clean and parking was easy and felt safe. The bathroom was a bit tight.

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Maria

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

If you are going to close the pool from 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM on Mondays & Wednesdays for private swimming lesson through V V Aquatics, then let Expedia know and post it on your website. We picked this location due to the pool / water slide and my young son was heartbroken when we were not allowed to use the pool during our stay (he's 8yrs old so bedtime is early) while the private lessons were going on. No notice at the front desk - nothing to advise paying guests. Total sham!

2

Karen

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

broken pullout bed pool heater was broken so the pool was hotter than a hot tub offered a smaller room to make up for the broken pullout price was too high charged for suite and it was one room with two tvs side by side on the wall

10

Elvira Ivy

21 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

EV chargers were not working but other that it was a good staycation for us.

6

Iulia

2 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

We booked one night as a family staycation over Christmas and our daughter has always wanted to try the “hotel with the big slide that you can see from the highway”. The staff were friendly, check in was simple and the slide was a blast, but the pool was quite cold. We went to the pool in the evening and were warned by another guest that there were no pool towels and we had to use our room towels. On my way up to the room, I checked with the front desk and he confirmed there were no towels and if we used our room ones, we couldn’t get fresh ones until the next day. There were 2 elevators but only one working one. Breakfast would have been mediocre if the food would have been replenished in the trays, or when it was some things were I realize there was a hockey tournament so lots of people in the hotel, however that would not have been a surprise to management so they could have been more prepared for the amount of people booked in.

10

Sylvain

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

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shana

15 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay, the pool was a good size and the kids loved the waterslide. Only downfall of the hotel was one elevator was down so a lot of waiting for the elevator or going up and down to get where you’re going.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is inconsistent: many guests found rooms very clean, but multiple reports mention mice or other pests, occasional stained or dirty areas, and cloudy pool water. Common areas sometimes had trash, and a few bathrooms needed better maintenance.

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Katia

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

I saw mices in the hotel, twice. My colleague had a mouse in her bedroom, for 2 weeks.. I have texted the frontdesk about it.. no reply. I will not go back to this hotel, ever.

2

Keshav

21 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Found rat in the room

8

James Quinton

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was okay and you get what you paid for however the swimming pool looks cloudy and a bit dirty, to be fair it was warm to swim in. I found under the bed a sticky trap for the bugs which was disgusting. The staffs are pleasant and attentive.

10

Lisa

7 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast very good, great service at front desk and rooms very nice and comfortable. A+ for cleanliness

6

Ryan

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had pizza for supper the night before it was sitting on the desk in our room. We were woken up at 3 AM to a mouse chewing on the box trying to get in to eat the pizza.

6

Nicolas

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Pretty average. Saw bugs in the bathroom. The pool is great for the kids.

2

Geri

22 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Heard scratching in the hotel room walls followed by a mouse running across the floor and going under sofa bed. Went to front desk to ask for another room, was provided a lower quality room that had not been cleaned, window opened, bedding had been used, toilet was full of toilet paper. Went back down to front desk and was provided another room - still lower quality than what had been booked and paid for. Was given a bottle of water for my inconvenience. Approached the front desk the next morning and Brock tye front desk agent was rude and dismissive. Told me I booked through Expedia so not his problem and nothing he could do. Refused to let me speak to manager.

2

Maria

1 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pool has rust, heavy wear and tear. Pool area furniture and cushions all stained. Room garbage left in the hallways (take-out containers, pizza boxes, trash cans, etc). Room cleaners constantly on their cell phones while garbage in hallways sit all morning.

4

Deanne

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The check in was where it started. Staff were rude when we checked in. Seemed annoyed for no reason. One card didn’t work so went back down to get it fixed and again didn’t seem happy to help. Called down once we were in our room and no one answered. No towels for the pool, asked for a few more at the desk and he seemed very annoyed I asked For more to only have 2 and not 3 that asked for. There were kids running in the halls till way past 11:30pm and no one came to tell them to stop. I know we weren’t the only ones that were disturbed by this as we heard others at checkout were making the same complaint. Pool was not very clean. The water was cloudy. A few positive things- my child loved the water slide. All in all the room was ok. Carpet were stained. Beds were clean and comfortable. The only reason I’m giving a 2 star is because the lady working the breakfast area refilling the stations was nice to me and the guy at the desk when checking out was nice. Breakfast was pretty good. Sadly disappointed with the stay for the money it cost to stay there and especially since we were locals and wanted to spend a night there for my child’s birthday to enjoy the waterslides. Try v to support local businesses.

2

Pothier

25 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was a mouse in the washroom, it came from under the vanity. It was terrible

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Rooms

Rooms are generally modern and comfortable with good beds, but several guests report finicky key cards, noisy or inconsistent HVAC/internet, and uncomfortable or broken sofa beds; some rooms facing the busy road are affected by traffic noise.

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Martin

25 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

It was close to highway and local restaurants was only 10 minutes away. The air conditioner was noisy going on and off louder it seems than normal

8

Jesse

20 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Need to fix door swipe unlocking. They don't work well at all.

8

rong yang

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

In general it is very good and the only reason it gets a four star is that the blind is deformed and it is out of railing that it doesn't close fully. Light comes in from the gaps in the morning wakes me up before my schedule.

2

Nawzad

2 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very noisy it feels like sleeping on the road You could hear everything from outside the windows are not sealed properly

10

Elizabeth

22 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was great, bed was super comfortable. Was close to where we needed for the night

8

Afshin

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Food Options (Breakfast): The breakfast was acceptable but not perfect. While it provided some basic options, it lacked variety and quality could be improved. Bed Comfort: The bed was comfortable, providing good rest throughout the stay. This was one of the better aspects of the accommodation. Internet Access: The internet access was poor. Connection was unreliable and very slow, making it difficult to perform even basic tasks online. Transport Access: Transportation access was unsatisfactory. It was either not conveniently located or lacked easy options for getting around the area.

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Karen

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

broken pullout bed pool heater was broken so the pool was hotter than a hot tub offered a smaller room to make up for the broken pullout price was too high charged for suite and it was one room with two tvs side by side on the wall

8

Jules

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was good. Mattress of the pullout sofa was lumpy though. And the pool was closed in the morning for private swim lessons.

4

Julien

28 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The sound proofing is horrible. You hear the highway and everything in the hall way

4

Bernice

11 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and looked fine. The problem was with noises so you couldn’t sleep. You could hear traffic all night long. It was noisy. The heater/air conditioner made a constant ticking noise.

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Service

Service is often friendly and accommodating at the desk and breakfast, yet several reviews describe rude or unhelpful interactions, disorganized or delayed check-ins, and limited responsiveness to problems.

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10

Corwin

26 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel is excellent, From the time we checked in to the time we checked out. The guy and the beautiful lady ( that was training for a few hours that day) at the front desk ,that i didnt get their names were very courteous and friendly. The rooms were clean, comfortable and spacious. Breakfast was awesome. Would definitely go back

6

Shelly

23 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was not ready upon arrival. There was at least 30 people waiting for their rooms . We finally got our room at 4:35 pm when check in was at 4 pm. The staff seemed very disorganized

10

Katelyn

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean rooms and the staff were amazing. The mowing breakfast staff were always cleaning and making sure everything was full and hot.

8

Quinn

29 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was friendly and made requested changes

10

Courtney

18 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk person was so outgoing and made me laugh. He's very good at his job and amazing with the public

6

Munashe

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The cleanliness of the property is great and is located in a convenient area with parks, stores, and restaurants nearby. Customer service was at times below average and at moments very poor. There were a couple of instances where we were questioned by staff for asking for extra towels or an extra blanket. Staff were reluctant to bring it and explained to us that we already have it in our room or that they had no extra blankets to give out. We were only given towels for 2-3 guests when we stated and paid for 4 guests, this did not seem to be relayed to house cleaning services and was a constant need for request on our 4 night stay- at times just dealing with limited towels. Next, staff members and a manager were seen being confrontational with another guest at the breakfast buffet, accusing them of going up too many times and telling them “they’ve had enough to eat”. I was very disappointed to see such distasteful customer service at this establishment. Many nearby guests were uncomfortable with the customer service displayed. The buffet was also not able to keep up with the capacity of guests and was constantly running out of hot food items at the same time (bacon, sausage, eggs). Lastly, the gym facilities could be improved as it has poor ventilation and stale odours.

2

Geri

22 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Heard scratching in the hotel room walls followed by a mouse running across the floor and going under sofa bed. Went to front desk to ask for another room, was provided a lower quality room that had not been cleaned, window opened, bedding had been used, toilet was full of toilet paper. Went back down to front desk and was provided another room - still lower quality than what had been booked and paid for. Was given a bottle of water for my inconvenience. Approached the front desk the next morning and Brock tye front desk agent was rude and dismissive. Told me I booked through Expedia so not his problem and nothing he could do. Refused to let me speak to manager.

10

Shauna

9 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful clean room.

4

Deanne

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The check in was where it started. Staff were rude when we checked in. Seemed annoyed for no reason. One card didn’t work so went back down to get it fixed and again didn’t seem happy to help. Called down once we were in our room and no one answered. No towels for the pool, asked for a few more at the desk and he seemed very annoyed I asked For more to only have 2 and not 3 that asked for. There were kids running in the halls till way past 11:30pm and no one came to tell them to stop. I know we weren’t the only ones that were disturbed by this as we heard others at checkout were making the same complaint. Pool was not very clean. The water was cloudy. A few positive things- my child loved the water slide. All in all the room was ok. Carpet were stained. Beds were clean and comfortable. The only reason I’m giving a 2 star is because the lady working the breakfast area refilling the stations was nice to me and the guy at the desk when checking out was nice. Breakfast was pretty good. Sadly disappointed with the stay for the money it cost to stay there and especially since we were locals and wanted to spend a night there for my child’s birthday to enjoy the waterslides. Try v to support local businesses.

4

Hamid

31 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room itself was clean! But staff were so unfriendly and their customer service at the front desk was very disrespectful like ignoring and not welcoming!!!!

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Location

Convenient for Halifax/Bedford with easy highway access and nearby restaurants and shops; several guests appreciated the accessibility. Some noted traffic noise due to the busy road.

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Jaswinder

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect location

8

Mike

10 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel was clean and room was modern. Conveniently close to Mount St Vincent university and Bayer’s Lake shopping centre.

10

Andy

8 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I liked the location, so easy to get to and in a quiet area, with gas stations and restaurant close by, and the Staff was great.

8

ryan

20 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Was nice. It is just out side halifax proper. But convenient

6

Craig

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We found the location to be Pretty great, but due to the hotel being near a busy street and our room facing the busy road it was a bit loud. The elevator was creating a roaring sound most of the night. I personally wouldn't book here again!

10

Pathmanathan

22 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall, it was a good property with good amenities, and convenient highway access.

10

Sheree

21 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great place to stay, comfy bed, easy parking and convenient location

8

DEBORAH

21 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms good location for our needs good

8

Sally

2 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great spot! Very convenient for the city! Room was clean and spacious, and had all the facilities you need. The road outside is a little noisy in the room, however a pair of earplugs sort that out. Id recommend this hotel.

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Joseph

11 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Liked that it was close to Halifax. A bit noisy at night with highway.

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Dining

Included hot breakfast is frequently praised for being tasty with a decent selection. During busy periods some guests found variety limited or items not replenished quickly, and gluten friendly options were few.

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Jesse

21 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room wasn't ready until about an hour after check in time. Staff were very nice and I don't believe it was their fault, I think they were understaffed. No towels in the pool area was probably the first time I experienced that in a hotel. We asked front desk and they couldn't help. The breakfast buffet had odd machines from what was expected (pancakes instead of waffles, juice machine that was surprisingly frustrating to operate) and the service staff were buzzing around cutting in front of guests and generally in the way when it wasn't even busy. They were nice but seemed like they felt like they needed to be rushing around. The experience would be better if they were more discreet and patient in performing their duties. No one seemed to care how our stay was and didn't ask. The cleaning ladies we met were so nice.

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Jacquelin

18 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, kid friendly hotel. Great breakfast included! Pool was great with huge water slide!

6

Munashe

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The cleanliness of the property is great and is located in a convenient area with parks, stores, and restaurants nearby. Customer service was at times below average and at moments very poor. There were a couple of instances where we were questioned by staff for asking for extra towels or an extra blanket. Staff were reluctant to bring it and explained to us that we already have it in our room or that they had no extra blankets to give out. We were only given towels for 2-3 guests when we stated and paid for 4 guests, this did not seem to be relayed to house cleaning services and was a constant need for request on our 4 night stay- at times just dealing with limited towels. Next, staff members and a manager were seen being confrontational with another guest at the breakfast buffet, accusing them of going up too many times and telling them “they’ve had enough to eat”. I was very disappointed to see such distasteful customer service at this establishment. Many nearby guests were uncomfortable with the customer service displayed. The buffet was also not able to keep up with the capacity of guests and was constantly running out of hot food items at the same time (bacon, sausage, eggs). Lastly, the gym facilities could be improved as it has poor ventilation and stale odours.

10

Lisa

7 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast very good, great service at front desk and rooms very nice and comfortable. A+ for cleanliness

10

Ed

29 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

They do a great job at this hotel. The room was clean and like new. Breakfast was solid. Management great. Definitely recommend.

8

Darryl

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice rooms. Clean, friendly staff, great breakfast (included). And a pool!

10

Faith

19 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel provided a wonderful stay. They were even able to accomodate an early check in for us. The location is good as well, as there are several restaurants/stores just around the corner (in walking distance). It also has good highway access. The breakfast spread was quite good too. Overall, an excellent stay - thank you!

10

Julie

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing free Breakfast!

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Iulia

2 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

We booked one night as a family staycation over Christmas and our daughter has always wanted to try the “hotel with the big slide that you can see from the highway”. The staff were friendly, check in was simple and the slide was a blast, but the pool was quite cold. We went to the pool in the evening and were warned by another guest that there were no pool towels and we had to use our room towels. On my way up to the room, I checked with the front desk and he confirmed there were no towels and if we used our room ones, we couldn’t get fresh ones until the next day. There were 2 elevators but only one working one. Breakfast would have been mediocre if the food would have been replenished in the trays, or when it was some things were I realize there was a hockey tournament so lots of people in the hotel, however that would not have been a surprise to management so they could have been more prepared for the amount of people booked in.

8

Celiegh

25 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was great, wish there was more selection for breakfast

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4	5	6	7	8 $189	9 $161	10 $173
11 $143	12 $125	13 $143	14 $149	15 $146	16 $204	17 $194
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15 $107	16 $124	17 $127	18 $126	19 $139	20 $127	21 $131
22 $107	23 $139	24 $152	25 $155	26 $267	27 $871	28 $279
29 $124	30 $134

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