Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront

300 Esplanade, Sydney, NS B1P1A7 Canada (CAN)
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3.5 Star Property
46.138493-60.196236
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  • Has an indoor pool!
  • The Avg. Group Discount is 27.0%!
  • Gym is available on property
  • 152 rooms in hotel
  • 7 floors in hotel
  • 14 suites in hotel
  • Check-in time: 3pm
  • Has environment-friendly policy
  • Group score of 10.0/10
  • 5 meeting rooms in hotel

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Verified reviews of Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront by IHG

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"Great night had by all"
Overall score5.0/ 5
We took our great niece for a sleep over, went to the pool, she had a fantastic time !
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from CA flag
20-Mar-2026 Verified review, stayed from Fri Mar 20 to Sat Mar 21 2026 at a C$190.99 average nightly rate.

Property description

Welcome to our Cape Breton Island hotel where we strive to set a new standard for customer service, contemporary décor and memorable experiences. Located on the waterfront, our Sydney, Nova Scotia hotel is one of the top island destinations in the world. Our Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront is in the heart of Cape Breton, placing you within walking distance of world-class dining, sweeping waterfront views and many local must-see attractions. The perfect starting point for your Eastern Canada exploration, we endeavor to provide more than just a roof over your head and a quiet place to sleep at night. A full-service hotel, the Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront provides: •Pool with 55 ft. Waterslide •IHG Green Engage Hotel features •Free WiFi •Pet Friendly Policy •Business Centre •Fitness Centre •6439 sq. ft. of Meeting Spaces •Onsite Dining

Green sustainability

You can be assured that when you stay at an IHG Green Engage Hotel, you are participating in an advanced, world-wide sustainability effort. We understand that it is important for you to have an active role in protecting our environment and that’s why we’ve made it easier for you to choose a hotel that matches your sustainable values.

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 3pm
Check-out: 11am
Year of last renovation: 2017
Floors: 7
Rooms: 152
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 152
Rooms with disabled access:
Suites: 14
Room windows: Windows don't open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 5 View spaces
Meeting space: 67492 sq. feet
Event space: Holds 250 people
Dist. to food/bars: On-site
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: 1.2 Miles
Dist. to the nearest gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar hours: 11am- 10pm
Pool Info:
Indoor heated poor with 55 foot waterslide
Ownership: Barney River Investments
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
6pm one day prior to arrival
Nightly parking: 5.00
Typical group deposit: 25%
Total taxes: 17.30%
Total misc. fees: £0.00 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Occupancy Tax: 2.00% (CBRM Marketing Levy)
GST: General Sales Tax: 7.00 GST %
PST: Provincial Sales Tax: 8.00 PST %

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • ATM
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Boat Launch
  • Bus parking
  • Central location
  • Clothes drying
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Jogging path
  • Laundry facilities
  • Licensed bar
  • Movies in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Sauna
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV room
  • Voicemail

Airport & shuttle information

14 km from JA Douglas McCurdy Airport

Local shuttle info: Taxi/ rental car

Breakfast information

SaltSpray Restaurant The crown jewel of fine dining in Sydney, Nova Scotia, SaltSpray Restaurant at the Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront is home to a regional Canadian menu with sweeping panoramic views of the harbour. Modern décor is complimented by large windows that frame the room, lending themselves to create an immersive fine dining experience. There’s something on the menu for everyone.

Pet friendly?

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Pets allowed with fee Service Animals Allowed Pets Walking Area Available Pet Deposit per Stay: 35 CAD Pet charge of 35 dollars per stay per room to cover additional cleaning costs. Small to medium size cats and dogs, less than 50 lbs. Maximum of two pets per room.

Parking information

Self Parking $7.00 plus taxes per night

Internet/Wi-Fi

Free wifi, upgraded bandwidth and access points in November 2017.

About Holiday Inn

  • Full-service hotel offering three different experiences: Holiday Inn Express ideal for the business traveler, Holiday Inn Resorts for family fun and relaxation, and the Holiday Inn Club Vacations, suitable for family and friends with spacious accommodations
  • Offering comfort and family-oriented service, children stay and eat free at Holiday Inn properties
  • Free high-speed internet access
  • Restaurants and bars on-site with good food and drinks for all ages
  • Indoor or Outdoor swimming pools based on location
  • Great exercise facilities
  • Based on select properties, Holiday Inn's The Hub is the perfect entertainment spot and gaming area with a media lounge, fire pits, etc.

The Holiday Inn highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Previously known as:
Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront, an IHG Hotel, Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront An Ihg Hotel

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Meeting rooms and event rooms at Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Sydney event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
(Metres)
Size
(sqm)
Event
5'/6
Event space layout
Crescent
Crescent tables layout
Classroom
Classroom meeting layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout
U-shape
U-shape meeting layout
Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout
Theatre
Theatre layout
Reception
Reception desk for meetings
Regist.
desk
Registration desk for meetings
Jack Yazer Room 20 x 18 x 11 360 --/-- -- -- 25 20 20 --/-- 50 70 --
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Jack Yazer Room

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
3875.0 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
20 x 18 x 11 M
Floor level:
Is there natural light?
No
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
No
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
    Full-day space rental fee:
    $300.00 USD
    Executive Boardroom 28 x 20 x 10 560 --/-- -- -- -- -- 12 --/-- -- -- --
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    Executive Boardroom

    Room type:
    General Meeting Room
    Total size:
    6027.8 Sq. Miles
    Dimensions:
    28 x 20 x 10 M
    Floor level:
    Is there natural light?
    No
    Are there obstructions?
    No
    Are there built in screens?
    No
    Is there a built in stage?
    No
    Is there built in A/V?
    No
    Amenities available
      Full-day space rental fee:
      $300.00 USD
      Fleur de Lis Room 20 x 25 x 10 500 --/-- -- 25 24 24 20 --/-- 50 50 --
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      Fleur de Lis Room

      Room type:
      General Meeting Room
      Total size:
      5382.0 Sq. Miles
      Dimensions:
      20 x 25 x 10 M
      Floor level:
      Is there natural light?
      No
      Are there obstructions?
      No
      Are there built in screens?
      No
      Is there a built in stage?
      No
      Is there built in A/V?
      No
      Amenities available
        Full-day space rental fee:
        $150.00 USD
        Cabot Room 22 x 50 x 10 1100 --/-- -- 60 36 36 30 --/-- 110 130 --
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        Cabot Room

        Room type:
        General Meeting Room
        Total size:
        11840.3 Sq. Miles
        Dimensions:
        22 x 50 x 10 M
        Floor level:
        Is there natural light?
        No
        Are there obstructions?
        No
        Are there built in screens?
        No
        Is there a built in stage?
        No
        Is there built in A/V?
        No
        Amenities available
          Full-day space rental fee:
          $400.00 USD
          Mariner Ballroom 75 x 50 x 10 3750 --/-- -- 160 80 80 50 --/-- 400 400 --
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          Mariner Ballroom

          Room type:
          General Meeting Room
          Total size:
          40364.7 Sq. Miles
          Dimensions:
          75 x 50 x 10 M
          Floor level:
          Is there natural light?
          No
          Are there obstructions?
          No
          Are there built in screens?
          No
          Is there a built in stage?
          No
          Is there built in A/V?
          No
          Amenities available
            Full-day space rental fee:
            $750.00 USD

            FAQs about Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront by IHG

            What time is check in?

            Check in time is 3pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

            What time is check out?

            Check out time is 11am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

            How many rooms does Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront by IHG have?

            There are 152 rooms in the property.

            Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront by IHG?

            Yes, they have 5 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

            What kind of breakfast is at Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront by IHG?

            SaltSpray Restaurant The crown jewel of fine dining in Sydney, Nova Scotia, SaltSpray Restaurant at the Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront is home to a regional Canadian menu with sweeping panoramic views of the harbour. Modern décor is complimented by large windows that frame the room, lending themselves to create an immersive fine dining experience. There’s something on the menu for everyone.

            What parking is available at Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront by IHG?

            Self Parking $7.00 plus taxes per night

            How much does internet cost?

            Free wifi, upgraded bandwidth and access points in November 2017.

            Can I get a AAA rate at Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront by IHG?

            Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA Rate - 1 King Bed Premium Sofa Bed 470 Sq Ft Premium Room Harbour View

            Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront by IHG?

            Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

            Is there a gym at Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront by IHG?

            Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

            Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront by IHG?

            Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Indoor heated poor with 55 foot waterslide.

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