Is parking available at the property?

Free self parking is available on-site.

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

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property has limited wheelchair accessibility.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Halifax (Clayton Park), within a 10-minute drive of Halifax Shopping Centre and Dalhousie University, and approximately 33 km from Stanfield International Airport.

Mount Saint Vincent University

What guests think

At Mount Saint Vincent University, travelers describe budget, no frills dorm-style stays with spacious multi bedroom suites on a quiet campus, friendly check-in, and easy parking, though the location is a drive from downtown and signage can be confusing.

Rooms are very basic; many note no air conditioning and warm temperatures, with fans supplied, and recurring comments about narrow or uncomfortable mattresses and thin pillows. Cleanliness feedback ranges from very clean to inconsistent, with several reports of stained linens, sticky surfaces, and unclean bathrooms. Suites include kitchens and on-floor laundry, some guests accessed a campus gym, and a few used nearby campus dining; breakfast is not provided. Overall, expect simple, affordable student residence-style lodging suited to budget-minded solo travelers, families, and groups.

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Facilities

Apartment-style suites include kitchens; laundry is available on each floor, and parking is easy. Some guests accessed a campus gym, though a few noted minor maintenance issues or missing kitchen items.

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Julia

Aug 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Was great, n8ce for everyone in a party of 4 to have their own room, and have 2 bathrooms, plus full kitchen. Rhe only downside was not having AC, but at least there were fans in all the rooms.

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Chantale

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved having a room each for a couple nights as we travel from Toronto to East coast. This was an easy place for the 5 of us . Free laundry was a bonus and we appreciated the facilities abailable and full kitchen. They provided some basic dishes. Towels and soap are available as well. Everything was basic , but worked well for our needs.

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Robert

May 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and quiet. Have laundry, fridge, ironing board, microwave and toaster

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Linda

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It is a very basic place to stay at a very reasonable price. Check in was easy and there is easy parking.

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Nadine

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The price & layout of the apartment was good & the location/parking convenient. There are some low cost upgrades that would make it better for tourists. The faucet we used needs new washer to stop leaking, wasting water. Dish supplies were good but a couple dish towels would be helpful for cleanup. Printed directions for the TV would help. It's great as a college dorm, but could be made nicer for tourists.

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Lorraine

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good large space with kitchen and 2 bathrooms. Stayed at the 4 bedroom apartment.

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Yan

Jul 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Tucked away at the end of street with grassland in front, very quiet (saw a deer family there), but also means a few minutes drive to any other facilities. An apartment with 4 single-bed bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a kitchen with basic cooking kit, simple, clean and spacious. Laundry on each floor and can purchase detergent in case you forget. Both are very reasonably priced. No housekeeping, but reception is there till 10pm and helpful.

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susan

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really clean! We stayed at this property in August and the price was right. The check in was easy and the room was very basic but very clean. There was no air conditioning but the fans kept things nice and cool. The gym was awesome, within walking distance, and free. It was a 5 minute walk to the school dining with had a great breakfast.

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David T

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good location. Good place to stay for those who want to do self-catering. Fully equipped with kitchen, dining area and 2 bathrooms. Relatively inexpensive accommodation. Signs of student abuse/neglect but a good stay overall.

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Morgan

Aug 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very kind! They also informed me there was a fitness center I could access as a guest. I would be happy to stay here again!

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms and suites very clean, but feedback is mixed. Several reviews report stained linens, sticky surfaces, or unclean bathrooms, and occasionally unwashed dishes.

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Alan

Aug 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and great value

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William Park Chiang

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The place was dirty with soiled towers or marking on the towers indicating them as not ckean..

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Hammam

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hostel was exceptionally clean and very affordable — an excellent choice for budget travelers.

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Richard

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and good price

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Ian

Jun 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Filthy bathrooms

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Stephen

Aug 17, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The price is right but you certainly get what you pay for. We booked the 4 bedroom apartment. Location was great and the campus is quite beautiful. However, rooms were not clean, surfaces were sticky. Furniture was stained. Rooms were really hot (no ac). If you are looking for a hostel, this is great. If it’s a hotel you are looking for, pay the extra money and don’t stay here.

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Krista

Nov 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice room, great price, clean.

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Crystal

Jul 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We rented a 4 bedroom (twin bed) apartment with 2 bathrooms. It was spacious and well laid out. The problem was the cleanliness and condition of the bathrooms in particular. One had water damage and paint pealing off the ceiling both had floors gritty with dirt and sand. I was told that other units had been renovated but this unit was not yet.

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LESA

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

RUN AWAY FROM THIS PLACE. We live 3 hours from the airport and got in late, and this was our only option without spending $400 + for some sleep. Gross - Mold, dirty and not even a mattress protector on the beds. I put it as 5-star so it goes to top and someone might read it. My husband slept in the car - this should speak volumes. Dirty, counters not even wiped - black mold in the fans. I feel so bad for the students going to live here. I slept on top of the bed and barely slept.

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Charles

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great value. My family of four had plenty of space. Much better than a cramped hotel room and much less expensive. Everything was clean. would definitely stay again when in Halifax.

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Rooms

Dorm-style, very basic rooms and spacious multi-bedroom suites suit families and groups; many mention no air conditioning and warm rooms, with fans often provided. Bed comfort is a recurring drawback, with narrow or firm mattresses and thin pillows.

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Cici

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice place to stay and good for big family to have one unit.

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Renn

May 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

skimpy pillow,uncomfortable bed led to poor night’s sleep .Maybe ok for a student ,young person but not for an older adult Otherwise very pleasant

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Julia

Aug 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Was great, n8ce for everyone in a party of 4 to have their own room, and have 2 bathrooms, plus full kitchen. Rhe only downside was not having AC, but at least there were fans in all the rooms.

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Jianjun

Jul 9, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

University residence. Spacious apartment, 4 individual rooms, 2 washrooms in the apartment, single bed is not perfect but acceptable. Short drive to down

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Michelle

May 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The apartment style was perfect for me and my kids. Unfortunately the beds are a bit rough to sleep on.

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Brenda

Aug 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beds a bit narrow

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Jules

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

We enjoyed our stay and would recommend it. We had a 4 bedroom suite with 2 bathrooms. It was very spacious . For us the only flaw was that we found the mattresses to be uncomfortable. We knew ,in advance, that there was no air conditioning,so we brought two fans. We were pleased to see that they also provided fans.

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Amber

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great price. Note that they only take bookings through Expedia, so you still have to pay in person. Great for our group of 4. Mirrors are inside the doors of the cabinet and no a/c but was fine with the fan and windows open. No breakfast or tea towels.

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William

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

For the cost, this is an excellent option for staying in Halifax. It was clean, secure, and inexpensive. Bathrooms are shared, though the room did have its own sink. No frills, and very basic. Room was a little warm, but a fan was provided. About a ten minute drive from downtown. Would absolutely recommend.

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Louise

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Price was very reasonable. Apartment was perfect for 4 people but would have liked air conditioning as it was quite warm. It was very comfortable which I would recommend.

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Service

Service is generally friendly and helpful, with easy check-in and staff addressing requests; reception typically operates until about 10 pm. A few guests reported mixed experiences, including difficulty getting accurate directions and one complaint about nighttime security noise.

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Helenita

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Location is great. Parking is easy. The environment is safe and quiet. The unit is very comfortable and clean. Staff were friendly and helpful.

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Derek

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hard to find listed on Bedford Hwy main road but located on Seton Road.I began at rear wentrance main entrance is on third floor. Called security who redirected me to Phillip fromt desk agent who was very polite and helpful. ROOM IS TOO HOT even with open window. 2 washrooms for whole floor.

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Jul 30, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was clean and tidy, the front desk staff was very nice.

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YING

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were really helpful and nice. Lots of space in the apartment.

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Kathy

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Je ne recommande pas cet endroit qui est loin du centre-ville en autobus. Il n’y a pas de restaurant autour et aucune possibilité de manger dans l’établissement. Les indications pour s’y rendre ne sont pas évidentes. J’ai du découvrir le campus pour y arriver. L’endroit était très propre et les personnes accueillantes. Le gardien de sécurité la nuit n’était pas discret. Il parlait devant les fenêtres ouvertes en pleine nuit. Ma chambre était cette à côté des grandes portes qui ont claques à chaque heure puisque les gens allait et venait. Je ne recommande ps cet endroit la nuit si vous voulez dormir. J’ai discuté de cela avec le gardien patrouilleur et il était impoli.

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JAINAM

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The stay is very friendly and the staff is respectful and also takes into consideration any special requests

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Bernardo

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and quiet, easy access after hours

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Victoria

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was exactly as expected. Staff were all helpful and courteous and polite. They made sure I had all of the info I needed to access wifi and enjoy my stay.

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Thuy

Jun 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We, a senior and aunt, a niece and mother with her 3 young children, feel safe in this greenery university residence with its friendly and effective staffs. The apartment is roomy. 1 minor issue: may be we missed the instruction in the hotel confirmation, without a kind man we met at 166 Belford Hwy, who guided us all thw way to the check in "lobby", we could not figure out where.

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Morgan

Aug 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very kind! They also informed me there was a fitness center I could access as a guest. I would be happy to stay here again!

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Location

Set on a quiet, safe campus a short drive from downtown, with trees, trails, and occasional wildlife; parking is straightforward. Without a car, transit takes longer, and several guests found the residence buildings and entrance hard to locate or up a steep hill.

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Roser

Jul 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Up a hill 12 min walk insane.

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Sheng

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Quiet, safe, a little bit far from downtown if u don’t have a car. It takes around 40 minutes to take a bus to downtown.

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Kerrie

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Was great for a place to sleep. Close to downtown and great price

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John

Jun 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A lovely spot close to downtown but in a quiet setting. A great value for the money!

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Duane

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Easy access.....lovely view with pond!

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William

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

For the cost, this is an excellent option for staying in Halifax. It was clean, secure, and inexpensive. Bathrooms are shared, though the room did have its own sink. No frills, and very basic. Room was a little warm, but a fan was provided. About a ten minute drive from downtown. Would absolutely recommend.

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Ahmed

Jul 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great area

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Marie

Aug 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The place was okay but kind of confusing to locate. The address they have doesn't match the GPS. It was so frustrating. Had to call the university several times just to get the correct direction. I'm not sure if I would like to come back & stay there again. Not easy to find.

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Elizabeth

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Good affordable place to get a good night’s sleep. No frills. With a car, it is very easy to get around. Public transit is doable. Lovely campus - trees and trails and a pond.

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Feng

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything is good except for finding the building entrance

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Dining

No breakfast is provided and there is no on-site restaurant, so most guests self-cater using in-suite kitchens. A few mentioned a nearby campus dining hall with a good breakfast within walking distance.

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Allison

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The kitchen could be a bit better equipment for cooking for families but other then that it was a great inexpensive option for accommodations.

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Sonia

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Travelling with a friend and her 2 teenage daughters. For the same price as a hotel room, we had 4 single bed bedrooms with a living room and kitchen. Bedding was included but kind of harsh and the bin with kitchen necessities was missing some key pieces(no plates, only 2 plastic bols, 1 glass) We still had a great stay, really quiet, free at the door parking and not that far from downtown.

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Chantale

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved having a room each for a couple nights as we travel from Toronto to East coast. This was an easy place for the 5 of us . Free laundry was a bonus and we appreciated the facilities abailable and full kitchen. They provided some basic dishes. Towels and soap are available as well. Everything was basic , but worked well for our needs.

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Sarah

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay with family. Full size kitchen and living area. Very convenient and affordable for travel on a budget.

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Amber

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great price. Note that they only take bookings through Expedia, so you still have to pay in person. Great for our group of 4. Mirrors are inside the doors of the cabinet and no a/c but was fine with the fan and windows open. No breakfast or tea towels.

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Isabel

Aug 19, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Nous avions la suite avec 4 chambres, c'était parfait pour nous. Tout était inclus et nous avons pu nous reposer et manger tranquillement à la résidence en famille.

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Lorraine

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good large space with kitchen and 2 bathrooms. Stayed at the 4 bedroom apartment.

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Kathy

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Je ne recommande pas cet endroit qui est loin du centre-ville en autobus. Il n’y a pas de restaurant autour et aucune possibilité de manger dans l’établissement. Les indications pour s’y rendre ne sont pas évidentes. J’ai du découvrir le campus pour y arriver. L’endroit était très propre et les personnes accueillantes. Le gardien de sécurité la nuit n’était pas discret. Il parlait devant les fenêtres ouvertes en pleine nuit. Ma chambre était cette à côté des grandes portes qui ont claques à chaque heure puisque les gens allait et venait. Je ne recommande ps cet endroit la nuit si vous voulez dormir. J’ai discuté de cela avec le gardien patrouilleur et il était impoli.

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susan

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really clean! We stayed at this property in August and the price was right. The check in was easy and the room was very basic but very clean. There was no air conditioning but the fans kept things nice and cool. The gym was awesome, within walking distance, and free. It was a 5 minute walk to the school dining with had a great breakfast.

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David T

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good location. Good place to stay for those who want to do self-catering. Fully equipped with kitchen, dining area and 2 bathrooms. Relatively inexpensive accommodation. Signs of student abuse/neglect but a good stay overall.

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Mount Saint Vincent University

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Apartment, 4 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom

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