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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG

Property class: 3.5

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You can look forward to dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the water outside.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a table, and a view of a body of water and buildings.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a patterned armchair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a table, and a view of a body of water and buildings.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a table, and a view of a body of water and buildings.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room

A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Sydney, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG is in the city center and on the waterfront. St Patrick's Church Museum and Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Marine Atlantic Ferry Terminal and Cineplex Cinemas Sydney. Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design and Exhibition Grounds are also worth visiting. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Sydney travel guide
Map
300 Esplanade, Sydney, NS, B1P1A7

What's nearby

  • A large red violin sculpture in front of a modern building.
    World's Largest Fiddle
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The exterior of the Bank of Montreal building with a dome and a sign for Old Sydney Society.
    Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Centre 200
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    7 min walk
  • A Bite of Asia
    5 min walk
  • Doktor Luke's Coffee House
    3 min walk
  • Daniel's Restaurant & Lounge
    6 min walk
  • Boston Pizza
    14 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG

  • Hotel by the ocean
  • Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An indoor pool along with a waterslide
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
    • Express check-in, luggage storage, and an elevator
    • Concierge services, free newspapers, and a front-desk safe
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 152 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Pillowtop mattresses, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
    • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CAD 7 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: CAD 20 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Eave Restaurant & Bar
  • The Crown Cafe & Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (6,300 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1987
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from January 30 2026 to August 29 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Fitness facilities

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 35 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: CAD 3.45 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CAD 20 per person
  • Self parking fee: CAD 7 per day
  • Pet fee: CAD 35 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: CAD 10.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number STR2526T8600

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

As of Sep 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG on Sep 7, 2026 start from $160, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of CAD 35 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for CAD 7 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Sydney, this hotel is steps from Sydney Waterfront Boardwalk and Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design. St. George's Church & Cemetery and Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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