Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront By Ihg, Sydney

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About the Hotel

300 Esplanade, Sydney, Canada, B1P 1A7
Very good
7.9
7.7
/10
3.8
3.5
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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront By Ihg offers contemporary comfort with stunning views of the Bras d'Or Lakes. This 3-star Sydney hotel features a heated indoor pool, a waterslide, and on-site dining options, making it suitable for families and business travelers alike.

Rooms & Amenities

All guestrooms at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront feature free WiFi, air conditioning, and flat-screen cable TVs. Many rooms offer views of the waterfront and are equipped with a refrigerator and coffee-making facilities. Guests can enjoy the amenities such as premium bedding and maintaining convenience.

Dining Options

Dining options at the hotel include EAVE Restaurant & Bar, which serves modern Cape Breton flavours, and The Crown Café & Bar, offering hearty pub fare and live entertainment. Kids under 11 eat free when ordering from the main menu in any on-site restaurant.

Leisure & Events

The Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront features a heated indoor pool and a waterslide, providing leisure opportunities for guests of all ages. Additionally, a fully equipped Fitness Center ensures convenience for those wishing to maintain their routine. Event spaces, including the Mariner Ballroom, offer over 598.2 m² for gatherings and conferences.

Attractions & Activities

The hotel is within proximity to several attractions, including the Fortress of Louisbourg and the Miner's Museum. Visitors can explore the Cabot Trail and enjoy stunning coastal scenery. The location allows easy access to cultural hotspots and golfing opportunities at Highland Links Golf Course.

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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront By Ihg offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
King Suite Sofa Bed
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
Standard King Room Harbour View
2 persons
185 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
Premium King Room Sofa Bed
2 persons
205 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Heating
Air conditioning
Standard Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
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Facilities

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront By Ihg offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.0/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Skiing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Bowling
  • Golf course
  • Squash
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu
  • Water slides

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront By Ihg Location

300 Esplanade, Sydney, Canada, B1P 1A7
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300 Esplanade, Sydney, Canada, B1P 1A7
Nearby
74 Esplanade St
The Big Fiddle
2000 ft
Store
Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design
1800 ft
246 Esplanade St
Sydney Merchant Mariners Memorial
300 ft
60 Esplanade St
A Land of our own
1800 ft
Museum
St Patrick's Church Museum
1700 ft
Church
St. George's Anglican Church & Graveyard
1400 ft
Museum
Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science
1500 ft
333 Charlotte St
Sydney Downtown Development Association
1800 ft
Library
Cape Breton Regional Library
1300 ft
Park
Mariner's Park
1800 ft
246 Esplanade
Merchant Mariner Monument
600 ft
74 Esplanade
Worlds Largest Fiddle
1500 ft
Esplanade Near the wharf
The statue of a lion
1200 ft
Library
McConnell Library
1300 ft
Church
United Heritage Church Sydney
1700 ft
Museum
Jost Heritage House
2000 ft
33 Charlotte St
J.F.W. DesBarres Statue and Park
1800 ft
Restaurants
Fuzzy's Fries
400 ft
322 Esplanade
Selkie's Neighbourhood Diner
800 ft
390 Charlotte St
No Quarter Deli & Market
900 ft
209 Charlotte St
Tim Hortons
900 ft
197 Charlotte St # 203
Kenny's Pizza
2000 ft
89 Townsend
New Moon Restaurant
2000 ft
78 Townsend St
Getting around
City Centre
Sydney4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Sydney, NS (YQY)21 min  ·  8.7 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site at CAD 7 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of CAD 16 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, French, Chinese, Hindi
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
10
Number of rooms:
180
Former name
Delta Hotel Sydney

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront By Ihg from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 438 verified reviews
7.6/10
Very good
68%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.5/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Comfort
8.4/10
Facilities
8.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.8/10
Location
9.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Staff
8.4/10
Value for money
7.3/10
Guest reviews
based on 427 reviews
7.9/10
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