Dalhousie University Accommodations
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About this property
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a health club and an indoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a television in a common area.
Amenities
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a health club and an indoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a television in a common area.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 6 restaurants and 4 coffee shops/cafes.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 500 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Conveniences include desks and desk chairs.
Location
With a stay at Dalhousie University Accommodations in Halifax (South End), you'll be steps from Dalhousie University and a 3-minute drive from Scotiabank Centre. This hotel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Halifax Citadel and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk.
What's nearby
Dalhousie University(0.1 Miles)
Rebecca Cohn Auditorium(0.1 Miles)
Nova Scotia Archives(0.3 Miles)
IWK Health Centre(0.4 Miles)
St. Mary's University(0.6 Miles)
Victoria Park(0.6 Miles)
Halifax Public Gardens(0.6 Miles)
Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Center(0.8 Miles)
Museum of Natural History(1 Miles)
Halifax North Common Park(1 Miles)
Halifax Central Common Park(1 Miles)
Halifax Central Library(1 Miles)
Halifax Court House(1.1 Miles)
Emera Oval(1.2 Miles)
Point Pleasant Park(1.2 Miles)
The preferred airport for Dalhousie University Accommodations is Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ)(22.9 Miles)
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Garden
Fitness facilities
Picnic area/Tables
Luggage storage
Vending machines
Location
1233 Lemarchant St., Halifax, Canada
Dalhousie University (0.1 Miles)
Rebecca Cohn Auditorium (0.1 Miles)
Nova Scotia Archives (0.3 Miles)
IWK Health Centre (0.4 Miles)
St. Mary's University (0.6 Miles)
Victoria Park (0.6 Miles)
Room options
12
Lemarchant Place 4 Bedroom Suite, Private Bathroom
Room details
4× Single Beds
Sleeps 4
750 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
10
Lemarchant Place 2 Bedroom Suite
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
300 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
9
Lemarchant Place 2 Bedroom Private Bathroom
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
200 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
8
Howe Hall Double Room Shared Bathroom
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
204 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
6
Gerard Hall Double Room Shared Bathroom
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
150 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
11
Howe Hall Single Room Shared Bathroom
Room details
1 Single Bed
150 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
6
Shirreff Hall Double Room Shared Bath
Room details
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
12
Lemarchant Place 3 Bedroom Suite, Private Bathroom
Room details
3× Single Beds
Sleeps 3
600 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
6
Gerard Hall Single Room -Shared Bathroom
Room details
1 Single Bed
118 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
1
Risley Hall Single Room -Shared Bathroom
Room details
1 Single Bed
118 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
5
Shirreff Hall Single Room Shared Bathroom
Room details
1 Single Bed
116 ft²
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Communal Kitchen
Guest reviews
9
Superb
Based on 632 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
12%
Couple
20%
Family
20%
Group
29%
Solo
17%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Dalhousie University Accommodations offers budget, dorm‑style lodging in a central, safe area, praised for helpful staff, generally very clean rooms, strong security, and practical perks like free parking, shared kitchens and lounges, laundry, and reliable Wi‑Fi.
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What guests think
Dalhousie University Accommodations offers budget, dorm‑style lodging in a central, safe area, praised for helpful staff, generally very clean rooms, strong security, and practical perks like free parking, shared kitchens and lounges, laundry, and reliable Wi‑Fi.
Common tradeoffs include very basic rooms with hard single beds, hallway noise after hours, no air conditioning in some halls, shared or coed bathrooms and showers, and kitchens that often lack utensils or have inconsistent upkeep. A few guests noted thin bedding, stuffy rooms or mismatched room descriptions, and occasional lapses in follow‑up. Expect a simple, affordable stay with campus conveniences rather than full hotel amenities.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic but practical, with free parking, shared kitchens and lounges, laundry, and secure keycard access; some guests also noted access to campus facilities. Drawbacks include no air conditioning in some halls, no in‑room TVs, and limited or confusing kitchen or laundry setup.
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Joan
26 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Very reasonable, centrally located, walked to downtown. Room basic, but very adequate. Convenient kitchen on the floor with fridge and stove. Can rent cooking equipment and cutlery, dishes, etc. very cheaply. Also can supply hair dryer. Thank you.
Very reasonable, centrally located, walked to downtown. Room basic, but very adequate. Convenient kitchen on the floor with fridge and stove. Can rent cooking equipment and cutlery, dishes, etc. very cheaply. Also can supply hair dryer. Thank you.
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Paula
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Both rooms (bed and bath) were spotless abs the bed was super comfortable. Great to be able to purchase soap and get Chan’s to do laundry. Convenient to downtown. Despite all this it’s still only a drab but functional dorm room. Would stay here again as it is good value for price.
Both rooms (bed and bath) were spotless abs the bed was super comfortable. Great to be able to purchase soap and get Chan’s to do laundry. Convenient to downtown. Despite all this it’s still only a drab but functional dorm room. Would stay here again as it is good value for price.
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Doreen
13 Aug 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff were very helpful, the property and room were great value for its price and the area felt safe and in a good location. There's also free parking and staff let us store our luggage for a few hours after we checked out. I would definitely recommend and would stay here again!
Staff were very helpful, the property and room were great value for its price and the area felt safe and in a good location. There's also free parking and staff let us store our luggage for a few hours after we checked out. I would definitely recommend and would stay here again!
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Jennifer
13 Aug 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
It was nice to have separate rooms with a Jack and Jill bathroom. A shared kitchen was next door. We never missed tv because we had our own laptops, and the Wi-Fi was great. But you should bring your own shampoo and bar of soap because theirs is tiny. Also there's no fan in the bathroom so the mirror gets fogged up. It's very safe with a locked entrance and locked elevator - only unlocked by swiping your keycard.
It was nice to have separate rooms with a Jack and Jill bathroom. A shared kitchen was next door. We never missed tv because we had our own laptops, and the Wi-Fi was great. But you should bring your own shampoo and bar of soap because theirs is tiny. Also there's no fan in the bathroom so the mirror gets fogged up. It's very safe with a locked entrance and locked elevator - only unlocked by swiping your keycard.
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Elliot
7 Aug 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great property. Clean, efficent, queit. The risley hall residence has no airconditioning and they only prpvide one pillow. Other than that a very pleseant stay.
Great property. Clean, efficent, queit. The risley hall residence has no airconditioning and they only prpvide one pillow. Other than that a very pleseant stay.
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Julia
30 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is very affordable, and in a great location, easy walk to best Halifax attractions (Camp Hill Cemetery, Public Gardens, waterfront, shopping, dining etc). Staff is friendly and helpful. Rooms are well worn, generally clean. No heating or AC that I could make work, my travel blanket was useful. Very quiet, very good security. Washroom and showers are shared by all guests on the floor. Linen and towels provided. Basic setup, perfect for travelling solo and exploring Halifax. Guests can use Dalplex fitness facility and dining hall (great options didn't use either myself).
The property is very affordable, and in a great location, easy walk to best Halifax attractions (Camp Hill Cemetery, Public Gardens, waterfront, shopping, dining etc). Staff is friendly and helpful. Rooms are well worn, generally clean. No heating or AC that I could make work, my travel blanket was useful. Very quiet, very good security. Washroom and showers are shared by all guests on the floor. Linen and towels provided. Basic setup, perfect for travelling solo and exploring Halifax. Guests can use Dalplex fitness facility and dining hall (great options didn't use either myself).
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Nathalie
16 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Étions au Gérard Hall, au 12e étage avec une superbe vue sur le port, en plus d’être à distance à pieds de tout ce qu’on voulait visiter donc, très appréciable! Nous y avons laissé l’auto stationnée durant tout notre séjour! Très appréciable! En temps de canicule, pas d’air climatisé donc il doit faire chaud et le petit vent ne doit pas fournir mais pour nous, ça n’a pas été un problème! Il fallait aller au 8 e pour mettre notre nourriture au frigo car notre salle commune était en rénovation mais au moins, on pouvait garder notre nourriture au frais. On aurait apprécié minimalement un grille-pain même si aucun accessoire de cuisson n’était disponible! Demeure toutefois un excellent rapport qualité-prix!
Étions au Gérard Hall, au 12e étage avec une superbe vue sur le port, en plus d’être à distance à pieds de tout ce qu’on voulait visiter donc, très appréciable! Nous y avons laissé l’auto stationnée durant tout notre séjour! Très appréciable! En temps de canicule, pas d’air climatisé donc il doit faire chaud et le petit vent ne doit pas fournir mais pour nous, ça n’a pas été un problème! Il fallait aller au 8 e pour mettre notre nourriture au frigo car notre salle commune était en rénovation mais au moins, on pouvait garder notre nourriture au frais. On aurait apprécié minimalement un grille-pain même si aucun accessoire de cuisson n’était disponible! Demeure toutefois un excellent rapport qualité-prix!
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Milton
6 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Given that we made a fairly late decision to go to Halifax on Canada Day weekend, we had few choices for affordable accommodation, so we decided to try Dalhousie. For the price, it is reasonable accommodations, and the students who run the front risk are certainly friendly and enthusiastic. But if you’re used to standard hotel rooms, you will be disappointed. No TV Z(except in the common room), a single bed, no shampoo (they do provide soap), and, of course, a shared bathroom. Location is OK for getting into downtown Halifax. Public transit service is frequent and cheap and it is walkable if you’re fit. I wouldn’t recommend for olde people, but young people on a budget would surely find this an economical option.
Given that we made a fairly late decision to go to Halifax on Canada Day weekend, we had few choices for affordable accommodation, so we decided to try Dalhousie. For the price, it is reasonable accommodations, and the students who run the front risk are certainly friendly and enthusiastic. But if you’re used to standard hotel rooms, you will be disappointed. No TV Z(except in the common room), a single bed, no shampoo (they do provide soap), and, of course, a shared bathroom. Location is OK for getting into downtown Halifax. Public transit service is frequent and cheap and it is walkable if you’re fit. I wouldn’t recommend for olde people, but young people on a budget would surely find this an economical option.
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Mary
4 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, quiet, convenient and a reasonable price, especially with free parking.
Clean, quiet, convenient and a reasonable price, especially with free parking.
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Tom
6 Aug 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Very basic accomodation. Shared washrooms could have been a bit less stark. Also laundry facilities should have clearer labeling and instruction. Maybe the students get an orientation but the guests have to guess how to operate the machines and figure out which are the washers and which are the dryers. Also doors on public rooms (kitchen, lounge) didn't always open and there was no notice about when those rooms were available for use.
Very basic accomodation. Shared washrooms could have been a bit less stark. Also laundry facilities should have clearer labeling and instruction. Maybe the students get an orientation but the guests have to guess how to operate the machines and figure out which are the washers and which are the dryers. Also doors on public rooms (kitchen, lounge) didn't always open and there was no notice about when those rooms were available for use.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are frequently described as very clean. However, several reviews mention inconsistent upkeep of shared bathrooms or kitchens, occasional shower issues, and a few isolated complaints about water quality or odors.
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Patrice
8 Aug 2022
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Stayed 7 nights
Pour : de bonnes résidences étudiantes, malgré leur âge, bon désign. Contre: salles de bains douches mal ou pas nettoyées, les mêmes serviettes à main sales et bouteilles de shampoing abandonnées dans les douches pendant 6 jours de mon séjour, là dpuis quand? Management répond qu'ils laissant les affaires des gens dans les douches (y compris des serviettes sales?), diverses équipes de nettoyage rencontrées sur le plancher qui disent toutes que c'est "une autre équipe" qui fait les salles de bains, ils sont là pour les chambres seulement. Mystère...
Pour : de bonnes résidences étudiantes, malgré leur âge, bon désign. Contre: salles de bains douches mal ou pas nettoyées, les mêmes serviettes à main sales et bouteilles de shampoing abandonnées dans les douches pendant 6 jours de mon séjour, là dpuis quand? Management répond qu'ils laissant les affaires des gens dans les douches (y compris des serviettes sales?), diverses équipes de nettoyage rencontrées sur le plancher qui disent toutes que c'est "une autre équipe" qui fait les salles de bains, ils sont là pour les chambres seulement. Mystère...
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Yadav
2 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Not bad for the price paid. But water in the shower was not clean. My skin started to itch and turned red after showering. Happened to my partner as well.
Not bad for the price paid. But water in the shower was not clean. My skin started to itch and turned red after showering. Happened to my partner as well.
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Cheryl
13 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice option instead of a very pricey hotel. My sister and I spent a few days in Halifax and we each had our own room (typical dorm room) and a connecting bathroom. Very basic of course but great for just having a place to sleep. Very impressed with the cleanliness of the rooms also. Didn’t check out any common areas or kitchen or pool. We would do this again.
Very nice option instead of a very pricey hotel. My sister and I spent a few days in Halifax and we each had our own room (typical dorm room) and a connecting bathroom. Very basic of course but great for just having a place to sleep. Very impressed with the cleanliness of the rooms also. Didn’t check out any common areas or kitchen or pool. We would do this again.
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Paula
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Both rooms (bed and bath) were spotless abs the bed was super comfortable. Great to be able to purchase soap and get Chan’s to do laundry. Convenient to downtown. Despite all this it’s still only a drab but functional dorm room. Would stay here again as it is good value for price.
Both rooms (bed and bath) were spotless abs the bed was super comfortable. Great to be able to purchase soap and get Chan’s to do laundry. Convenient to downtown. Despite all this it’s still only a drab but functional dorm room. Would stay here again as it is good value for price.
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Kathy
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The university is great, easy check in, nice staff, safe, super clean, awesome showers. There is a clean communal kitchen down the hall to cook and store food and there is a nice tv room which I made use of both. My only complaint is the beds, you need to be ok with sleeping on a hard glorified cot. These mattresses are hard, my bed had noisy springs and it was zero comfort. Having said that, my 25 year old son, had zero issues and had two great nights sleep. So it is very likely I have become “sensitive” in my years but I can’t do the dorm beds thing again. However in terms of all the other stuff, I’d give it 10/10 for safe, clean, economical, centrally located (with free parking) accommodation.
The university is great, easy check in, nice staff, safe, super clean, awesome showers. There is a clean communal kitchen down the hall to cook and store food and there is a nice tv room which I made use of both. My only complaint is the beds, you need to be ok with sleeping on a hard glorified cot. These mattresses are hard, my bed had noisy springs and it was zero comfort. Having said that, my 25 year old son, had zero issues and had two great nights sleep. So it is very likely I have become “sensitive” in my years but I can’t do the dorm beds thing again. However in terms of all the other stuff, I’d give it 10/10 for safe, clean, economical, centrally located (with free parking) accommodation.
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David
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Basic but also economical, however the showers is Risley hall could use some attention they are very tired, and the kitchen work surfaces didnt seem to be cleaned daily either
Basic but also economical, however the showers is Risley hall could use some attention they are very tired, and the kitchen work surfaces didnt seem to be cleaned daily either
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Alexandra
9 Aug 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Excellent endroit pour séjourner à Halifax. Bien situé, excellent service, chambre et espaces communs très propres. Merci beaucoup 😊
Excellent endroit pour séjourner à Halifax. Bien situé, excellent service, chambre et espaces communs très propres. Merci beaucoup 😊
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christine
16 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The rooms were very nice with a lot of storage, a desk and a sink which was a huge plus. The bathrooms and showers were always clean and the staff were very kind. The common area/ kitchen area had a stove, mircowave and full fridge which was very nice. The rooms also had a fan. The bed was the perfect size for me the mattress and pillow were actually pretty good considering the accommodation was a school dorm. There was a lot of public transit around but walking to/ from major sites and museums including the harbour front was short. I felt totally safe as a solo female and I would stay again if I was ever in Halifax!
The rooms were very nice with a lot of storage, a desk and a sink which was a huge plus. The bathrooms and showers were always clean and the staff were very kind. The common area/ kitchen area had a stove, mircowave and full fridge which was very nice. The rooms also had a fan. The bed was the perfect size for me the mattress and pillow were actually pretty good considering the accommodation was a school dorm. There was a lot of public transit around but walking to/ from major sites and museums including the harbour front was short. I felt totally safe as a solo female and I would stay again if I was ever in Halifax!
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Elliot
7 Aug 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great property. Clean, efficent, queit. The risley hall residence has no airconditioning and they only prpvide one pillow. Other than that a very pleseant stay.
Great property. Clean, efficent, queit. The risley hall residence has no airconditioning and they only prpvide one pillow. Other than that a very pleseant stay.
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Emilly
9 Aug 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Very clean rooms, pretty quiet and not too crowded when we stayed. Great option for affordable accommodations with more privacy than a hostel.
Very clean rooms, pretty quiet and not too crowded when we stayed. Great option for affordable accommodations with more privacy than a hostel.
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Rooms
Rooms are basic dorm style with single beds, desks and occasional sinks; Wi‑Fi is reliable, and some suites offer adjoining rooms with a shared bathroom. Recurrent downsides are hard mattresses, hallway noise, a lack of air conditioning or opening windows in some buildings, and minimal in‑room amenities such as no TV.
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Jean-Gilles Pelletier
5 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Single bed. I chose a «double» room. was not aware it was 2 seperate rooms! It was great for my 23 year old son and I. the lady at the counter worked the whole time I was there (sometimes with others) and she was most helpful. Simple and clean rooms. PLEASE look at your desk «chairs» which are in fact a rocking chair and too low to use the desk comfortably with a computer.
Single bed. I chose a «double» room. was not aware it was 2 seperate rooms! It was great for my 23 year old son and I. the lady at the counter worked the whole time I was there (sometimes with others) and she was most helpful. Simple and clean rooms. PLEASE look at your desk «chairs» which are in fact a rocking chair and too low to use the desk comfortably with a computer.
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Kwene
23 May 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Fantastic location as it is walkable to just about anything you might need. The staff (students) here are very nice and competent. They answered all my questions politely and were knowledgeable. The place could have been very comfortable except... ...the windows in the room cannot be opened so it felt stuffy and rather 'trapped' inside. Add in the dark hallways, very enclosed bathroom units and it all seemed very enclosed...even when the room was big enough to be comfortable. They provide two small facial soaps and towels, but no shampoos.
Fantastic location as it is walkable to just about anything you might need. The staff (students) here are very nice and competent. They answered all my questions politely and were knowledgeable. The place could have been very comfortable except... ...the windows in the room cannot be opened so it felt stuffy and rather 'trapped' inside. Add in the dark hallways, very enclosed bathroom units and it all seemed very enclosed...even when the room was big enough to be comfortable. They provide two small facial soaps and towels, but no shampoos.
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Judith
5 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean, conveniently located. Had trouble with people noise after quiet hours
Clean, conveniently located. Had trouble with people noise after quiet hours
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Amelia
12 Aug 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Its good if your looking for cheap if you want a place to sleep this isnt it. You will hear every door on the floor above you and down the hall slam close, try sleeping when at 2-30 to 4 am people are slaming the hall doors shut ever 4 - 10 minutes
Its good if your looking for cheap if you want a place to sleep this isnt it. You will hear every door on the floor above you and down the hall slam close, try sleeping when at 2-30 to 4 am people are slaming the hall doors shut ever 4 - 10 minutes
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Kathy
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The university is great, easy check in, nice staff, safe, super clean, awesome showers. There is a clean communal kitchen down the hall to cook and store food and there is a nice tv room which I made use of both. My only complaint is the beds, you need to be ok with sleeping on a hard glorified cot. These mattresses are hard, my bed had noisy springs and it was zero comfort. Having said that, my 25 year old son, had zero issues and had two great nights sleep. So it is very likely I have become “sensitive” in my years but I can’t do the dorm beds thing again. However in terms of all the other stuff, I’d give it 10/10 for safe, clean, economical, centrally located (with free parking) accommodation.
The university is great, easy check in, nice staff, safe, super clean, awesome showers. There is a clean communal kitchen down the hall to cook and store food and there is a nice tv room which I made use of both. My only complaint is the beds, you need to be ok with sleeping on a hard glorified cot. These mattresses are hard, my bed had noisy springs and it was zero comfort. Having said that, my 25 year old son, had zero issues and had two great nights sleep. So it is very likely I have become “sensitive” in my years but I can’t do the dorm beds thing again. However in terms of all the other stuff, I’d give it 10/10 for safe, clean, economical, centrally located (with free parking) accommodation.
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Leila
8 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A little noisy you may need earplugs
A little noisy you may need earplugs
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Eliza
13 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The property itself was great - clean, modern, safe and within walking distance of most of downtown. The only issue were the beds; the mattresses were insanely uncomfortable and the bedding really thin, which made for some really cold nights. Otherwise, everything was fine.
The property itself was great - clean, modern, safe and within walking distance of most of downtown. The only issue were the beds; the mattresses were insanely uncomfortable and the bedding really thin, which made for some really cold nights. Otherwise, everything was fine.
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Nathalie
16 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Étions au Gérard Hall, au 12e étage avec une superbe vue sur le port, en plus d’être à distance à pieds de tout ce qu’on voulait visiter donc, très appréciable! Nous y avons laissé l’auto stationnée durant tout notre séjour! Très appréciable! En temps de canicule, pas d’air climatisé donc il doit faire chaud et le petit vent ne doit pas fournir mais pour nous, ça n’a pas été un problème! Il fallait aller au 8 e pour mettre notre nourriture au frigo car notre salle commune était en rénovation mais au moins, on pouvait garder notre nourriture au frais. On aurait apprécié minimalement un grille-pain même si aucun accessoire de cuisson n’était disponible! Demeure toutefois un excellent rapport qualité-prix!
Étions au Gérard Hall, au 12e étage avec une superbe vue sur le port, en plus d’être à distance à pieds de tout ce qu’on voulait visiter donc, très appréciable! Nous y avons laissé l’auto stationnée durant tout notre séjour! Très appréciable! En temps de canicule, pas d’air climatisé donc il doit faire chaud et le petit vent ne doit pas fournir mais pour nous, ça n’a pas été un problème! Il fallait aller au 8 e pour mettre notre nourriture au frigo car notre salle commune était en rénovation mais au moins, on pouvait garder notre nourriture au frais. On aurait apprécié minimalement un grille-pain même si aucun accessoire de cuisson n’était disponible! Demeure toutefois un excellent rapport qualité-prix!
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Kristi
18 Jun 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Quiet, bare bones accommodation. Reserved what was described as a suite, ended up with two adjoining rooms with a bathroom between them, which didn't match the initial image or description. Fine for the proce.
Quiet, bare bones accommodation. Reserved what was described as a suite, ended up with two adjoining rooms with a bathroom between them, which didn't match the initial image or description. Fine for the proce.
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ROBERT
4 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Visited Halifax for the sail gp races. Dalhousie was a delightful find. Everything was very clean. Everyone was very pleasant and helpful no tv but excellent WiFi. College restaurant was easily walkable and everything else readily accessible via metro bus service. Vert nice stay
Visited Halifax for the sail gp races. Dalhousie was a delightful find. Everything was very clean. Everyone was very pleasant and helpful no tv but excellent WiFi. College restaurant was easily walkable and everything else readily accessible via metro bus service. Vert nice stay
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Service
Service is consistently described as friendly and helpful, with smooth check‑in and assistance like luggage storage or room changes for noise. One guest reported poor follow‑up regarding forgotten items.
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Phil
1 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice facility and a central location… Staff were very friendly and helpful… Will definitely stay there again
Nice facility and a central location… Staff were very friendly and helpful… Will definitely stay there again
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Florence
15 Aug 2023
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Had this incident not happen, I would have said wonderful stay. For someone who wants the basics and pay really cheap and be in a great downtown location, it is perfect! As I said, I would have recommended if I had not forgotten my 2 pieces of clothing in the room and had so much trouble receiving help finding them. The same evening after I checked out, I realized I forgot 2 pieces of clothing. After emptying my entire suitcase and seeing they were missing, I called them and was told it was not found. After I insisted, they said no one could check the room again that night but promised I would be called back the next day. No one ever called back the next day; I had to call 5 times to get answers, and every time I was promised a call back that I never actually got. The last time I called, an hour after being promised a call back within 15 minutes, they said they did not find anything and they could not do anything for my missing items valued at almost 200$. They make you sign a waiver at check in saying « not responsible for any stolen items » so they won’t to do do anything about it. In conclusion, I had to CHASE down an answer by calling a total of 7 times in 24 hours, they honestly did not seem to care for my situation at all, and I felt no empathy or desire to help, nor did I receive any apologies. Anyways, I still don’t have my items, so I assume they were either discarded or stolen, and it really ruined the whole trip.
Had this incident not happen, I would have said wonderful stay. For someone who wants the basics and pay really cheap and be in a great downtown location, it is perfect! As I said, I would have recommended if I had not forgotten my 2 pieces of clothing in the room and had so much trouble receiving help finding them. The same evening after I checked out, I realized I forgot 2 pieces of clothing. After emptying my entire suitcase and seeing they were missing, I called them and was told it was not found. After I insisted, they said no one could check the room again that night but promised I would be called back the next day. No one ever called back the next day; I had to call 5 times to get answers, and every time I was promised a call back that I never actually got. The last time I called, an hour after being promised a call back within 15 minutes, they said they did not find anything and they could not do anything for my missing items valued at almost 200$. They make you sign a waiver at check in saying « not responsible for any stolen items » so they won’t to do do anything about it. In conclusion, I had to CHASE down an answer by calling a total of 7 times in 24 hours, they honestly did not seem to care for my situation at all, and I felt no empathy or desire to help, nor did I receive any apologies. Anyways, I still don’t have my items, so I assume they were either discarded or stolen, and it really ruined the whole trip.
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Alison
11 Jul 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Very helpful staff. Excellent security to the building, elevators and rooms. Loved the pictographic signs in the corridors showing us where we could find laundry, food options, etc.
Very helpful staff. Excellent security to the building, elevators and rooms. Loved the pictographic signs in the corridors showing us where we could find laundry, food options, etc.
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Doreen
13 Aug 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff were very helpful, the property and room were great value for its price and the area felt safe and in a good location. There's also free parking and staff let us store our luggage for a few hours after we checked out. I would definitely recommend and would stay here again!
Staff were very helpful, the property and room were great value for its price and the area felt safe and in a good location. There's also free parking and staff let us store our luggage for a few hours after we checked out. I would definitely recommend and would stay here again!
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Kathy
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The university is great, easy check in, nice staff, safe, super clean, awesome showers. There is a clean communal kitchen down the hall to cook and store food and there is a nice tv room which I made use of both. My only complaint is the beds, you need to be ok with sleeping on a hard glorified cot. These mattresses are hard, my bed had noisy springs and it was zero comfort. Having said that, my 25 year old son, had zero issues and had two great nights sleep. So it is very likely I have become “sensitive” in my years but I can’t do the dorm beds thing again. However in terms of all the other stuff, I’d give it 10/10 for safe, clean, economical, centrally located (with free parking) accommodation.
The university is great, easy check in, nice staff, safe, super clean, awesome showers. There is a clean communal kitchen down the hall to cook and store food and there is a nice tv room which I made use of both. My only complaint is the beds, you need to be ok with sleeping on a hard glorified cot. These mattresses are hard, my bed had noisy springs and it was zero comfort. Having said that, my 25 year old son, had zero issues and had two great nights sleep. So it is very likely I have become “sensitive” in my years but I can’t do the dorm beds thing again. However in terms of all the other stuff, I’d give it 10/10 for safe, clean, economical, centrally located (with free parking) accommodation.
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Marie-France
1 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
I thoroughly enjoyed my short stay at Dalhousie. Excellent value! Thank you for the kind and efficient welcome and service.
I thoroughly enjoyed my short stay at Dalhousie. Excellent value! Thank you for the kind and efficient welcome and service.
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Kathleen
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great value, central location, felt very safe, staff were helpful and other guests/students very pleasant. Would stay again.
Great value, central location, felt very safe, staff were helpful and other guests/students very pleasant. Would stay again.
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Shiva
18 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The front desk staff were so kind and helpful. I had a problem with noisy nights and they provided me with a quiet room. I appreciate their help.
The front desk staff were so kind and helpful. I had a problem with noisy nights and they provided me with a quiet room. I appreciate their help.
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Jy
27 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Nice! Lovely staffs, clean and cozy room.
Nice! Lovely staffs, clean and cozy room.
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derek
10 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean and quiet. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Walkable downtown. Great stay!
Clean and quiet. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Walkable downtown. Great stay!
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Location
Central, walkable location near downtown sights, waterfront and transit, and many guests felt safe on campus. Also convenient for Dalhousie events.
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Shon-tiyon
28 Jun 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The University is in great proximity to sites, food, shopping, and entertainment. Although it is a short taxi ride from the train station, it is possible to walk on a beautiful day. This place is clean with a very helpful, informed, young staff. If anything, I would advise contacting the University first to find out your specific dorm of residence as Orbitz is known to just provide a general dorm address. Also, contact the University ahead of time in regards to payment for your stay as this is another area in which Orbitz still needs to correct. Even if you click the "pay now" option with Orbitz, your reservation will in reality just be a hold and you will have to pay the full amount upon arrival. Other than these two areas in which Orbitz has to make improvements; one will be delighted with this choice...especially if you are considering or have any family or friends considering studying at the college level in Canada.
The University is in great proximity to sites, food, shopping, and entertainment. Although it is a short taxi ride from the train station, it is possible to walk on a beautiful day. This place is clean with a very helpful, informed, young staff. If anything, I would advise contacting the University first to find out your specific dorm of residence as Orbitz is known to just provide a general dorm address. Also, contact the University ahead of time in regards to payment for your stay as this is another area in which Orbitz still needs to correct. Even if you click the "pay now" option with Orbitz, your reservation will in reality just be a hold and you will have to pay the full amount upon arrival. Other than these two areas in which Orbitz has to make improvements; one will be delighted with this choice...especially if you are considering or have any family or friends considering studying at the college level in Canada.
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Élyse
14 Jun 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Felt really safe as a solo traveller! Like how close it was to everything and how calm and beautiful the neighborhood was. Great accommodations.
Felt really safe as a solo traveller! Like how close it was to everything and how calm and beautiful the neighborhood was. Great accommodations.
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Ushi
14 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
My after midnight check in was very smooth and straightforward. Room basic, but spacious and spotless clean. Also the shared bathroom was very clean Stayed at the more central located Gerard Hall.
My after midnight check in was very smooth and straightforward. Room basic, but spacious and spotless clean. Also the shared bathroom was very clean Stayed at the more central located Gerard Hall.
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Paul
17 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location
Great location
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Kathleen
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great value, central location, felt very safe, staff were helpful and other guests/students very pleasant. Would stay again.
Great value, central location, felt very safe, staff were helpful and other guests/students very pleasant. Would stay again.
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Wing Yan
9 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
It is very clean and well-managed. Also easy to get to major attractions in the city.
It is very clean and well-managed. Also easy to get to major attractions in the city.
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Jeffrey
2 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location for Dalhousie convocations.
Excellent location for Dalhousie convocations.
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Julia
30 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The property is very affordable, and in a great location, easy walk to best Halifax attractions (Camp Hill Cemetery, Public Gardens, waterfront, shopping, dining etc). Staff is friendly and helpful. Rooms are well worn, generally clean. No heating or AC that I could make work, my travel blanket was useful. Very quiet, very good security. Washroom and showers are shared by all guests on the floor. Linen and towels provided. Basic setup, perfect for travelling solo and exploring Halifax. Guests can use Dalplex fitness facility and dining hall (great options didn't use either myself).
The property is very affordable, and in a great location, easy walk to best Halifax attractions (Camp Hill Cemetery, Public Gardens, waterfront, shopping, dining etc). Staff is friendly and helpful. Rooms are well worn, generally clean. No heating or AC that I could make work, my travel blanket was useful. Very quiet, very good security. Washroom and showers are shared by all guests on the floor. Linen and towels provided. Basic setup, perfect for travelling solo and exploring Halifax. Guests can use Dalplex fitness facility and dining hall (great options didn't use either myself).
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Paul
20 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Cheap and close to Spring Garden Rd. and all amenities.
Cheap and close to Spring Garden Rd. and all amenities.
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derek
10 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean and quiet. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Walkable downtown. Great stay!
Clean and quiet. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Walkable downtown. Great stay!
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Dining
Self‑catering is possible in shared kitchens, but utensils are often not provided (sometimes rentable) and access or cleanliness can be inconsistent. Some guests used the campus dining hall or nearby eateries, with food described as acceptable but simple.
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Joan
26 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Very reasonable, centrally located, walked to downtown. Room basic, but very adequate. Convenient kitchen on the floor with fridge and stove. Can rent cooking equipment and cutlery, dishes, etc. very cheaply. Also can supply hair dryer. Thank you.
Very reasonable, centrally located, walked to downtown. Room basic, but very adequate. Convenient kitchen on the floor with fridge and stove. Can rent cooking equipment and cutlery, dishes, etc. very cheaply. Also can supply hair dryer. Thank you.
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Kathy
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The university is great, easy check in, nice staff, safe, super clean, awesome showers. There is a clean communal kitchen down the hall to cook and store food and there is a nice tv room which I made use of both. My only complaint is the beds, you need to be ok with sleeping on a hard glorified cot. These mattresses are hard, my bed had noisy springs and it was zero comfort. Having said that, my 25 year old son, had zero issues and had two great nights sleep. So it is very likely I have become “sensitive” in my years but I can’t do the dorm beds thing again. However in terms of all the other stuff, I’d give it 10/10 for safe, clean, economical, centrally located (with free parking) accommodation.
The university is great, easy check in, nice staff, safe, super clean, awesome showers. There is a clean communal kitchen down the hall to cook and store food and there is a nice tv room which I made use of both. My only complaint is the beds, you need to be ok with sleeping on a hard glorified cot. These mattresses are hard, my bed had noisy springs and it was zero comfort. Having said that, my 25 year old son, had zero issues and had two great nights sleep. So it is very likely I have become “sensitive” in my years but I can’t do the dorm beds thing again. However in terms of all the other stuff, I’d give it 10/10 for safe, clean, economical, centrally located (with free parking) accommodation.
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David
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Basic but also economical, however the showers is Risley hall could use some attention they are very tired, and the kitchen work surfaces didnt seem to be cleaned daily either
Basic but also economical, however the showers is Risley hall could use some attention they are very tired, and the kitchen work surfaces didnt seem to be cleaned daily either
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Paulina
11 Jul 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Łazienki wymagają częstszego sprzątania. Można wykupić posiłki w kantynie - dość smaczne, ale bez duszy i ładu/składu - masa pokrojonych w kostkę składników do nałożenia. Nie można korzystać z windy (tylko dla personelu) - pytałam, bo miałam bardzo ciężki bagaż i pokój na trzecim piętrze (nie zaoferowano mi pomocy). Pod akademikiem jest przystanek autobusowy.
Łazienki wymagają częstszego sprzątania. Można wykupić posiłki w kantynie - dość smaczne, ale bez duszy i ładu/składu - masa pokrojonych w kostkę składników do nałożenia. Nie można korzystać z windy (tylko dla personelu) - pytałam, bo miałam bardzo ciężki bagaż i pokój na trzecim piętrze (nie zaoferowano mi pomocy). Pod akademikiem jest przystanek autobusowy.
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Veronika
3 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
It was super nice and handy to have my own room with a sink. I felt very safe and comfortable. The only thing I did not like and didn't expect is that the kitchen did not have any kitchen wear so I could not cook my own meals. However, I could use the fridge, though it smelled bad and was full of expired and rotten food which made me hesitant to use it.
It was super nice and handy to have my own room with a sink. I felt very safe and comfortable. The only thing I did not like and didn't expect is that the kitchen did not have any kitchen wear so I could not cook my own meals. However, I could use the fridge, though it smelled bad and was full of expired and rotten food which made me hesitant to use it.
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Mary Grace
25 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
It’s a good price (really good price) for the budget traveller. Shared bathrooms and kitchen is always clean and friendly staff. There are some things for rental but I ended up buying my own for the duration of the trip (like mug, utensils).
It’s a good price (really good price) for the budget traveller. Shared bathrooms and kitchen is always clean and friendly staff. There are some things for rental but I ended up buying my own for the duration of the trip (like mug, utensils).
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Ryoko
7 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The facility and room are very clean. If I could use dishes at least a cup for tea ir coffee, it would be nice.
The facility and room are very clean. If I could use dishes at least a cup for tea ir coffee, it would be nice.
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Tom
6 Aug 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Very basic accomodation. Shared washrooms could have been a bit less stark. Also laundry facilities should have clearer labeling and instruction. Maybe the students get an orientation but the guests have to guess how to operate the machines and figure out which are the washers and which are the dryers. Also doors on public rooms (kitchen, lounge) didn't always open and there was no notice about when those rooms were available for use.
Very basic accomodation. Shared washrooms could have been a bit less stark. Also laundry facilities should have clearer labeling and instruction. Maybe the students get an orientation but the guests have to guess how to operate the machines and figure out which are the washers and which are the dryers. Also doors on public rooms (kitchen, lounge) didn't always open and there was no notice about when those rooms were available for use.
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Benita
24 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Understood “Kitchen” to include plates/utensils. Nothing available, not even to borrow or rent from the residence….upset our plans to have “in-house” coffee in our pyjamas
Understood “Kitchen” to include plates/utensils. Nothing available, not even to borrow or rent from the residence….upset our plans to have “in-house” coffee in our pyjamas
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ROBERT
4 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Visited Halifax for the sail gp races. Dalhousie was a delightful find. Everything was very clean. Everyone was very pleasant and helpful no tv but excellent WiFi. College restaurant was easily walkable and everything else readily accessible via metro bus service. Vert nice stay
Visited Halifax for the sail gp races. Dalhousie was a delightful find. Everything was very clean. Everyone was very pleasant and helpful no tv but excellent WiFi. College restaurant was easily walkable and everything else readily accessible via metro bus service. Vert nice stay
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jeff
2 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very affordable. Great parking. Great staff.
Very affordable. Great parking. Great staff.
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Shauna-Kay
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was conveniently located, and accessible to most amenities. However, beds were uncomfortable and the noise level made it difficult to sleep. I appreciated that parking was convenient and a workout facility was close by.
The property was conveniently located, and accessible to most amenities. However, beds were uncomfortable and the noise level made it difficult to sleep. I appreciated that parking was convenient and a workout facility was close by.
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Sinéad
19 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I found this a great place to stay as a solo female traveller. It felt safe, and although a little warn down everything was cleaner than I expected. Having access to the pool and gym was also nice. It had tge benefits of a hostel while being able to have your own space.
I found this a great place to stay as a solo female traveller. It felt safe, and although a little warn down everything was cleaner than I expected. Having access to the pool and gym was also nice. It had tge benefits of a hostel while being able to have your own space.
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Fouad
16 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice staff nice location
Nice staff nice location
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Tobie
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean
Very clean
FAQs about Dalhousie University Accommodations
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 10:30 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property is not wheelchair accessible. Specific accessibility features are not detailed, so guests may want to contact the hotel for more information.
What is the hotel's location in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Halifax's South End, just steps from Dalhousie University and a 3-minute drive from Scotiabank Centre. It is approximately 1.7 miles from Halifax Citadel and 1.8 miles from the Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an indoor pool. Operational hours are not specified, so guests should check with the hotel for details.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 19 years old.
- 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, debit cards, and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
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General
Picnic area/Tables
Vending machines
Shared Microwave
Shared Refrigerator
Smoke-Free Property
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Activities
Garden
Fitness facilities
Health Club
Library
Television in Common Areas
Services
Meeting rooms
Luggage storage
24-Hour Front Desk
ATM/Banking
Laundry Facilities
Reception Hall
Wedding Services
Parking
Parking (Self) (free)
Parking (Limited)
Internet
Free wi-fi