The Dartmouth center is about 1 mile west of Cole Harbour Place and 3 miles northeast of Nova Scotia College of Art and Design.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Below are reviews of the city of Dartmouth, NS from an actual visitor's perspective.
Visited Playdium.
Great area for shopping and close to the downtown amenities.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Temple
Great!
Great!
Great!
Bingo!
Shopping and plenty of places to eat.
Very nice city, we were there for business no time to visit but will come back in vacation for sure.
Location was great!
Shopping!
Restaurants in the area for delivery because we were sick on arrival.
Shopping!
The hotel was close to all amenities! Shopping, restaurants, etc.
The hotel was close to all amenities! Shopping, restaurants, etc.
Good area for hotel in shopping district.
Very close to essential stores. Late night eats, Dollarama, grocery store, gas, recreation centre, bank. Ten mins. drive to Mic Mac Mall
Shopping in Dartmouth Crossing and close to Mic Mac Mall
Close to airport
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.
Were the hotel was located, easy access to bridges and ferry.
The water front is nice.