South End Travel Guide

Name: Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
Price range: £226
Rating: 9.2

Halifax

Point Pleasant Park featuring heritage elements and military items

Point Pleasant Park which includes heritage elements and military items

Point Pleasant Park showing a pebble beach, a sunset and landscape views

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Popular places to visit

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Browse personal items that survived the Titanic, enjoy dinner with a sea view and shop in the lively market along this scenic walkway.

Point Pleasant Park which includes general coastal views, a park and landscape views

St. Mary's University

Enjoy the student vibe at St. Mary's University as part of your travels around Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Climb aboard a century-old ship and discover Atlantic Canada’s seafaring tales and maritime heritage at this harborfront museum.

Halifax Public Gardens

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Halifax’s Victorian-style gardens are a hidden gem for heritage and respite in the city center. Walk among fountains, ponds and manicured gardens.

Point Pleasant Park

5/5(5 reviews)

Discover forest trails, harbor views, wartime heritage and Shakespeare at this peninsula park that sees the forest meet the Atlantic Ocean.

Museum of Natural History

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Immerse yourself in Nova Scotia’s impressive biodiversity and history and say hello to Gus, Halifax’s favorite tortoise.

Things to do

The Best of Halifax Tour with Peggy's Cove

Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

£70

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour

£86

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

£56

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore

£94

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Halifax Walking Food Tour

£100

per adult

2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax

£80

per adult

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Top hotels in South End

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

1515 South Park Street, Halifax, NS

£155

20 Jul - 21 Jul

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,506 reviews)

"Fantastic hotel in the heart of downtown Halifax. The staff were friendly, courteous and responsive. Particular thanks to Abel - an amazing help!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

The Barrington Hotel

1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS

£122

6 Jul - 7 Jul

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...

7.8/10 Good! (4,211 reviews)

"We won’t return"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

1700 Grafton Street, Halifax, NS

£204

13 Jul - 14 Jul

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,687 reviews)

"Check in was simple and enjoyable! Room had a lovely view over downtown where everything is within walking distance. Can't wait to return for a longer stay"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Cambridge Suites Hotel

1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS

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£120

30 Jul - 31 Jul

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,953 reviews)

"Great location. Wonderful space for a family of 5. Breakfast in the mornings was a huge bonus."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Prince George Hotel

1725 Market St, Halifax, NS

£156

13 Jul - 14 Jul

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,365 reviews)

"Overall great but washroom in Room needs updating. Higher toilet, slow close lid, maybe a shower over bathtub and a shower wand, ventilation fan."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, NS

£226

20 Jul - 21 Jul

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)

"Location was great! Food, rooms general ambience were wonderful."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around South End

Halifax showing heritage architecture and an administrative building

Downtown Halifax

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

Downtown Halifax is beloved for its captivating waterfront views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Neptune Theatre and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

Armview

Armview might not have many top sights, but Sir Sandford Fleming Park and Chocolate Lake Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fairview Cemetery featuring a cemetery and a memorial

North End

4/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in North End. You might want to make time for a stop at Emera Oval or Cornwallis Street Baptist Church.

Melville Cove

While Melville Cove isn't home to many top sights, Chocolate Lake Beach and Sir Sandford Fleming Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Westmount

While there might not be top attractions in Westmount, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Halifax Shopping Centre and Chocolate Lake Beach.

Cowie Hill

While Cowie Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chocolate Lake Beach and Sir Sandford Fleming Park.