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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG

3.5 star property
Waterfront hotel in Sydney with indoor pool and bar/lounge

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Daily full breakfast (CAD 20 per person)
Meeting facility
Indoor pool
Reception
Front of property
Located in Sydney by the ocean, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront offers a relaxing retreat with an indoor pool and waterslide. Unwind at the spa tub or enjoy stunning ocean views while savoring breakfast at one of two on-site restaurants. With helpful staff, free newspapers, and laundry services available.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Ski facilities
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski storage
  • Fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub
  • Waterslide
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business centre

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is Rp2.119.523
Rp2.529.853 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
300 Esplanade, Sydney, NS, B1P1A7

What's nearby

  • Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • World's Largest Fiddle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Centre 200 - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Membertou Heritage Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Boston Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Steel City Sports Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Governor's Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Smitty's - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG

Situated by the ocean, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG is a great choice for a stay in Sydney. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at SaltSpray Restaurant, which is one of 2 restaurants and serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a hot tub. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 152 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 4 AM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 19
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
    • Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 19

Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 23 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (CAD 7 per day)
    • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Water slide
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Skiing lessons nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (6300 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Ski storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1987
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Water slide
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
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Room amenities

Be entertained

  • MP3 docking station
  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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Special features

Dining

SaltSpray Restaurant – Overlooking the ocean, this family restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Crown and Moose Pub – This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
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Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Service fee: CAD 3.45 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 20 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 per cent

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 6 June 2025 to 31 December 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for CAD 10.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 35 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)

Parking

  • Self-parking costs CAD 7 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number STR2526T8600

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.

Also known as

Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront
Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront Hotel
Holiday Inn Waterfront Hotel Sydney
Holiday Inn Waterfront Sydney
Delta Hotel Sydney
Sydney Delta Hotel
Holiday Inn Sydney Waterfront Nova Scotia
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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

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

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 23 kg per pet. There's a charge of CAD 35 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

Yes. Self-parking costs CAD 7 per day. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 4 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as boat tours, fishing and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming and cave exploring. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG also has a water slide and a fitness centre.

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring ocean views.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG is located on the boardwalk, a short 3-minute walk from Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design and 7 minutes' walk from Cape Breton Centre for Heritage and Science. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The property offers a variety of nearby dining options and on-site restaurants with great breakfast. (9 reviews)
  • The pool area was great, with a water slide and clean facilities that kids enjoyed. (18 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, tasty, and delicious with friendly servers. (18 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Good

Good dining options at the hotel and in close proximity to the hotel.
Liz, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

The property was clean & well maintained. The staff was courteous & pleasant. Great location, lots of dining nearby.
Denise, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The hotel is in an excellent
ann, 7-night trip

8/10 Good

The hotel itself is tired but renovations are underway so that should improve. Great staff and location
Patricia, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Old, but nice view and close to the peer.
Michel, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Food options.
Cecile, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Loved free breakfast…anything from menu!
Charlene, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location
Patrick, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice
Lesley, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The service was excellent and friendly staff
Irma, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

clean ,friendly, obliging,great beds
PATRICK, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

It served our purpose, right on the boardwalk
Nancy, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyed the check-in proceaa...quick, and hotel manager was extremely friendly 👌
Dave, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

They charge for parking
Ken, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Hotel is run down but it’s a nice area
Jared, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Room was clean and had a great view but needs renovations to address room and hotel age
Ronald, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Pool area was very clean.
Amanda, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Nothing explained to us at check in about pool amenities or anything at all. More adult friendly rather than kid friendly
Amanda, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Smokers out front. No cats. Kids in the hottub
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It looked very nice and the rooms we stayed in were spacey.
Nathaniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Had a couple fighting from 12:30 am until 5.am finally security shower up.
Wayne, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

They had construction in the room next to us, plus the Hot tub was out of service, and the pool ladders were loose/dangerous
Wesley, 2-night trip

6/10 Okay

The bath tub doesn’t look quite clean with black stains. The view of the room is very good. The gym really needs to be upgraded. My child did enjoy the water slide.
Chunyan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We had a nice stay . Kids love the pool and slide . Friendly staff clean comfortable rooms.
Cecilia, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

Run down/ old
zubina, 2-night trip