Some of the best spots to visit in Dartmouth are educational and historic places. Visit the Black Cultural Center to learn about some of the first black families in Nova Scotia. The Quaker House is an 1785 construction near the Dartmouth Heritage Museum. Escape some of the bustle of Halifax by taking a visit to Dartmouth. You'll still enjoy the gorgeous Nova Scotia waterfront and history, but get a bit more relaxation while you do.
When to Visit Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Winter in Nova Scotia is cold and rainy, and few people want to visit during that time of year. Though you'll find low hotel rates, enjoying the scenery and taking walks outdoors won't be nearly as appealing. Since that's a big part of what you should do while visiting Dartmouth, opt out of a winter visit, at least the first time you go.
The nicest weather in Dartmouth is June through September, when the average temperatures are in the 60s and 70s. It never gets extremely hot in Dartmouth or Halifax, so even a mid-July visit may have a few days where you need a light jacket. Fall is a bit chilly, but the fall foliage in Nova Scotia is unbeatable, and you won't have to deal with as many tourists once summer is over.
Below is a chart of the current pricing seasonality of hotels and motels in Dartmouth, NS:
Dartmouth by Star Rating
Below we've posted 3 graphs demonstrating mean nightly cost patterns by star rating class in Dartmouth, NS. You can use these illustrations to determine the best seasons to make a reservation in Dartmouth for upcoming travels.
Luxury Hotel Options in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Stay in Luxury in Dartmouth by choosing the 3.5-star Hearthstone Inn Halifax-Dartmouth. You'll also find several lovely upscale properties in nearby Halifax, including the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, and the Hollis Halifax a Doubletree Suites by Hilton Hotel. Each of these luxury properties offers accessible bathrooms and in-room accessibility. The Hollis Halifax also offers roll-in showers.
Feel good about choosing the Hearthstone Inn Halifax-Dartmouth; this property uses energy-saving lighting and has a recycling program. Amenities like coffee in the common spaces and dry cleaning services available for guests help you feel appreciated and pampered. The 24-hour front desk is there for you at any time. This smoke-free property has a fitness room and a 24-hour business center. Rooms offer fun amenities like four-poster beds and work desks with swivel chairs.
Book a room or a suite with a harbor view at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel. Rooms and suites feature attractive red and beige decoration, with comfortable chairs and plus a workspace with a desk. The bathrooms are designed partially open-plan, giving you more space to enjoy those designer toiletries. Book spa services, like massages or facials, or a hair appointment at the salon to feel pampered. The indoor pool has a spa tub to help you relax.
Modern rooms with chic decor in cool tones are what you'll find at the Hollis Halifax property. Beds feature pillow top mattresses, and double sofa beds are also available in each room. The bathroom is a true delight, with its rainfall shower head. This property features an indoor pool in a gorgeous open room with a high ceiling. The fitness facility is right next door and overlooks the pool via glass walls. The concierge will help you book a limo or town car, arrange airport transportation, or assist with booking tours or buying tickets.
Affordable Options in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
3 Star Average Prices: $138.00
Hotels can get expensive, especially if you travel a lot, have a business budget to stick to, or are staying somewhere for more than a few days. A few properties stick out when it comes to the biggest savings on your Dartmouth, Nova Scotia trip. Choose these budget locations for competitive room rates.
The Coastal Inn Dartmouth has 56 guest rooms, each featuring a kitchenette, a pillow top bed, and free Wi-Fi. Both the front desk and the business center are open 24 hours. Breakfast is free and newspapers in the lobby are available for you to read. The property also has laundry facilities and fitness facilities.
At the Travelodge Suites Halifax Dartmouth, you'll enjoy complimentary amenities like free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, free parking, and free lobby newspapers. Coffee and tea are available for free in the lobby all day. The front desk is 24-hours, and the hotel has a little library and a business center, too. Fitness facilities help keep you active while you're away from home.
Both of these budget properties offer rooms with accessible bathrooms and in-room accessibility.
Best Discounts in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Ensure you're getting the very best room rate in Dartmouth by checking for discount qualifications. If you're a senior citizen, a member of AAA or CAA, or in the government or military, you qualify for room discounts at certain hotel locations. The Comfort Inn Dartmouth offers a 10 percent room rate discount for seniors, AAA members, and CAA members. Get a 10 percent discount for military personnel, seniors, and AAA or CAA members at the Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel.
The Comfort Inn Dartmouth is a 2.5-star downtown hotel where up to 3 kids 17 and under can stay for free with a parent, as long as they use the room's existing bedding. The kids will love amenities like free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Parents will enjoy having access to laundry facilities, free coffee in the lobby all day, and express-check out.
The Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel is a three-star choice located in nearby Halifax. Rooms are very comfortable, with pillow top beds, down comforters, video game consoles, and cable TV on a flat-screen. An on-site ATM, game room, and bar are available for guest use. The lobby has a fireplace, which is a lovely spot to sit and read the free newspaper. Outside, discover the lovely garden. An indoor pool and fitness facilities are available as recreation. This property offers in-room accessibility, roll-in showers, and accessible bathrooms.
Best Value Options in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Stay in a hotel that you'll enjoy from the moment you walk into the lobby until the moment you put your luggage back in your car. Truly feel like you got a good value for your money by booking at a property with amenities you'll use and comfortable rooms you'll enjoy.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Dartmouth is located at 240 Brownlow Avenue. This three-star hotel features comfortable rooms and spacious suites, with separate sitting and sleeping areas. The amenities here are stellar: you'll find a children's pool with a water slide, a coffee shop, a business center, and a sauna. Luggage storage helps you keep your room less cluttered, and the multilingual staff has stellar reviews from former guests.
At the Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Halifax - Dartmouth, the indoor pool features sun lounge chairs, a water slide, and skylights. Rooms are painted in stylish combinations of light blue, beige, and brown. Eat your free breakfast next to the lobby fireplace. The business center, fitness space, and front desk are all open 24-hours. Wi-Fi is free, and the hotel has an on-site convenience store so you'll never be far from a snack or a drink.
Each of these properties offers in-room accessibility and accessible bathrooms. Delta Hotels also has rooms with roll-in showers.
More Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Hotels With Pools
Staying at a hotel with a pool helps many families provide entertainment and activity for children. Indoor pools are also lovely for relaxing after a long day of sightseeing or business meetings. Use the pool as a way to work out, or simply for fun.
The Doubletree by Hilton Halifax Dartmouth features a pool with comfortable sun lounge chairs and fitness facilities for your recreation purposes. The hotel also has a coffee shop, a bar, and a business center. The lobby features a fireplace and an elevator. Free Wi-Fi and free lobby newspapers help you stay connected to the news. A small convenience store and a restaurant are also on-site at this hotel. Take advantage of concierge services for booking tours and tickets.
The indoor pool at Delta Hotels by Marriott Halifax features skylights and seating areas, plus potted plants in the corners. A spa tub is also available when you need to warm up and relax your muscles. Enjoy the coffee shop each morning, and the bar and lounge area in the evenings. Free Wi-Fi, fitness facility access, and a pet-friendly policy make this an attractive hotel for families. A business center, concierge services, valet parking, and town car services add convenience for business travelers.
Both of these pool properties offer rooms with roll-in showers. In addition, the Doubletree by Hilton Halifax Dartmouth has in-room accessibility and accessible bathrooms.
Nova Scotia is a beautiful part of Canada, and a visit to Dartmouth puts you near Halifax without forcing you to suffer through Halifax tourists. Enjoy the waterfront, the trees, and the local culture and history.
FAQs about hotels in Dartmouth
Recent traveler reviews of Dartmouth, NS
Below are reviews of the city of Dartmouth, NS from an actual visitor's perspective.
"The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Temple"
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Temple
Barbara A., from 17-Feb-2024
"Great!"
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Great!
Martin G., from 15-Sep-2023
"Great!"
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4.0 / 5
Great!
Martin G., from 12-Sep-2023
"Great!"
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4.0 / 5
Great!
Martin G., from 12-Sep-2023
"Bingo!"
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5.0 / 5
Bingo!
Joanne M., from 29-Aug-2023
"Shopping & Eating!"
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4.0 / 5
Shopping and plenty of places to eat.
Nancy L., from 02-Jul-2023
"Very Nice City"
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5.0 / 5
Very nice city, we were there for business no time to visit but will come back in vacation for sure.
Michelle Ann D., from 20-Jun-2023
"Great Location"
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5.0 / 5
Location was great!
Tammy B., from 28-May-2023
"Shopping!"
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5.0 / 5
Shopping!
Lila M., from 23-Dec-2022
"Restaurants with delivery service in area."
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4.0 / 5
Restaurants in the area for delivery because we were sick on arrival.
Francine L., from 24-Nov-2022
"Shopping!"
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5.0 / 5
Shopping!
Roy B., from 15-Nov-2022
"Convenient Location"
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5.0 / 5
The hotel was close to all amenities! Shopping, restaurants, etc.
Jody B., from 16-Oct-2022
"Good Location"
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4.0 / 5
The hotel was close to all amenities! Shopping, restaurants, etc.
Jody B., from 14-Oct-2022
"Good area in shopping district."
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5.0 / 5
Good area for hotel in shopping district.
Michel A., from 21-Jul-2022
"Convenient Location"
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4.0 / 5
Very close to essential stores. Late night eats, Dollarama, grocery store, gas, recreation centre, bank. Ten mins. drive to Mic Mac Mall
Tameeka F., from 21-May-2022
"Close to Mall"
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5.0 / 5
Shopping in Dartmouth Crossing and close to Mic Mac Mall
Darlene M., from 25-Nov-2019
"Close to airport"
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4.0 / 5
Close to airport
Cathy D., from 10-Nov-2019
"Very pleasant stay"
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5.0 / 5
I grew up in Fairview, tell I was about 14 years old, and I loved it there, Dutch Village Road. Dartmouth was quite country at that time, in the 40's and 50's. It is quite built up now. We didn't get a chance to scout around, because I had other things to do, like visit my sister in Bedford, and visit a couple of friends. That took up much of my time. It was nice to see some of the places that I remembered as a child.
William A., from 27-Sep-2019
"Conveniently located"
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4.0 / 5
Were the hotel was located, easy access to bridges and ferry.
Patricia L., from 01-Aug-2019
"Dartmouth Waterfront"
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5.0 / 5
The water front is nice.
Robert J., from 19-May-2014
The average traveler rating of the city of Dartmouth, NS shown above is
4.5 out of 5 based on 20 reviews