24-04-2025
5 Charming Boutique Hotels Around Halifax, Nova Scotia
Aerial view of the city of Halifax and Citadel Historic Site, Nova Scotia, Canada. Photo taken with drone.
Halifax is known for its warmth and hospitality—and one of the best places to experience the friendly Atlantic Canadian trope can be in a cozy boutique hotel. The city might be smaller than its capital cities in Quebec or Ontario but it still has its fair share of great properties to check out.
The following boutique hotels in and around Halifax offer something for all kinds of travelers, from a downtown hotel with an award-winning restaurant onsite to a nature-focused getaway complete with a full-service spa. Here are five charming boutique hotels to check into when visiting Nova Scotia:
The Halliburton Hotel is a trio of townhouses on Morris Street boasting just 29 rooms and suites. It's an incredibly cozy retreat right in the center of the city. The guestrooms range from expansive studio suites to more modest queen rooms, each of which is well-appointed with in-room snacks, coffee bars, and more.
Tucked in between Oland's Brewery and Bilby Park in the North End, Brewery Park is a great option for travelers looking to experience a more local-leaning side of Halifax. The boutique hotel boasts gorgeous architectural details like clapboard wood siding but also includes creature comforts like kitchenettes complete with wet bars. This property is also the first in the city to provide 24-hour self check-in.
The Halifax Rooftop is a stunning newly renovated bed & breakfast that feels like stepping into a cool friend's vacation home. The North End property boasts floor-to-ceiling windows, beautiful balconies, and a lush courtyard with an outdoor spa. It's worth noting this property only has three rooms which gives it a very private feel.
Nalu Retreat & Nordic Spa is just outside of the city and offers a unique experience for travelers to really immerse themselves in nature without sacrificing the luxuries of a high-end boutique hotel. The property features four-season geodesic domes that include a fireplace, private decks with hot tubs, full kitchens, and an outdoor shower.
It doesn't get more Nova Scotian than this oceanfront property —but keep in mind that it's a bit outside of the downtown core, in Eastern Passage, and is definitely best for those traveling with a car. The Inn at Fisherman's Cove boasts incredible views of the 200-year-old working fishing village just steps outside the property.
