Top 10 Hotels Near Shakespeare by the Sea in Halifax for 2026

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A grand lobby with a central round seating area, ornate ceiling, and a chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, elegant furniture, and a large television screen.

A bar area with a marble countertop, multiple shelves of liquor bottles, and bar stools.

A grand lobby with a chandelier, wooden doors labeled "The Arms," and a seating area with tables and chairs.

1. The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

Downtown Halifax, 2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

John

RM1,084

RM1,273 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a view of the water.

A modern hotel lobby with a staircase leading to the club area, glass walls, and a clean, contemporary design.

A dining area with round tables, chairs, and a view of the water.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a bar area, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

2. Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

Downtown Halifax, 2.7 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

John

RM1,279

RM1,502 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern living room with a curved sofa, a round coffee table, and a glass partition.

A bar area with a counter, hanging lights, and a large window.

A restaurant with wooden tables, cushioned booths, and shelves with decorative items.

A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, a blue chandelier, and a geometric wall art piece.

3. The Hollis Halifax a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel

Downtown Halifax, 2.2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Daniel

RM1,240

RM1,456 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a bar stocked with bottles.

A lobby with a sofa set, a coffee table, two potted plants, a fireplace, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a large window with a view of the sea.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large plant.

4. Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2.7 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Dharsika

RM863

RM1,014 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A deck with outdoor seating and a view of the water.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a refrigerator stocked with bottles.

A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with a sign, a parking area, and a well-lit facade.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Charles

RM1,160

RM1,362 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Atlantica Hotel" sign, a corner location with a visible entrance, and a parking area with cars.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand with lamps.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, white bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

6. Atlantica Hotel Halifax

South End, 2.9 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Christie

RM916

RM1,129 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A reception area with a 'Welcome to the Sea Bound Coast' sign, a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A lobby with a stone fireplace, a bench, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television screen.

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2.8 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Becky

RM1,200

RM1,409 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade and the name "GAHAN HOUSE" prominently displayed.

A hotel room with a sofa, a chair, a small table, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a grill, and a view of modern buildings.

A reception area with two reception desks, a large window with a view of a bridge, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2.2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Kori

RM651

RM765 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the ceiling, tiled floor, and a poolside area with chairs and potted plants.

A modern indoor space with a glass wall, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a potted plant.

A corner building with large windows, a statue, and a sign for NSCAD University.

A bar area with a menu, bar stools, and seating with cushions.

9. The Barrington Hotel

Downtown Halifax, 2.6 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Paul

RM808

RM949 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern lobby with a marble floor, a staircase with golden railings, and a stone pillar.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and modern chandeliers.

A lobby with a black marble floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

10. Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre, an Ascend Collection Hotel

8.2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Carrie

RM837

RM983 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A covered deck with a view of a lake, featuring a wooden railing and several chairs.

A breakfast table with croissants, a plate of food, a coffee pot, and a glass of orange juice.

A living room with a dark blue sofa, a coffee table with a floral centerpiece, a map on the wall, and framed pictures.

A wooden deck with a metal railing, overlooking a body of water.

11. Burgundy Dream Bed and Breakfast

16 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Jay

RM474

RM556 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A hotel entrance with stone walls, large glass doors, and a welcoming entrance area with potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel kitchen with a marble countertop, a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a breakfast bar with various food items.

12. Comfort Hotel Bayer's Lake

8.1 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Drew

RM683

RM802 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A bar area with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with chairs, a potted plant, and a glass door entrance.

A building with a sign that reads "REDWOOD GRILL".

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

13. Future Inns Halifax

Clayton Park West, 9.1 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

ian

RM534

RM627 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a water slide and a water fountain.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a brick wall, pendant lights, a chalkboard sign, and a wooden counter.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a fireplace, and a seating area with a patterned ottoman.

14. Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

8.2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Jennifer

RM615

RM722 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern lobby with a reception desk, blue seating area, and a large window.

A hotel room with a large window, a television, a small table with chairs, and a door.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with curtains.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue slide, clear water, and tiled flooring.

15. Delta Hotels by Marriott Dartmouth

7.6 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Maria

RM704

RM826 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, cushioned seating, and pendant lighting.

A modern outdoor seating area with fire pits, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a few lounge chairs around the pool.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Dartmouth

9 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Francis

RM743

RM872 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a central island, and a coffee machine.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a herringbone floor pattern.

A modern hotel room with a large desk, a flat-screen TV, and a comfortable seating area with bar stools.

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Dartmouth by IHG

8.7 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Rhonda

RM677

RM795 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a stone accent wall, and a chandelier.

A large indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a blue and white wall, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a coffee maker, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a heater, and a patterned armchair.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a coffee maker, and a mirror on the wall.

18. Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Birch Cove, 10.8 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Lara

RM652

RM765 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A Hampton Inn hotel with a large sign, multiple parking spaces, and a well-maintained lawn.

An outdoor patio area with brick flooring, wooden furniture, and a barbecue grill.

A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a sink, a coffee maker, and a seating area with a sofa and a small table.

A lobby with a stone fireplace, blue chairs, and a round table.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Halifax - Dartmouth

8.6 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Lisa

RM653

RM767 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a mix of dark and red exterior walls, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a vase of flowers, a staircase, a fireplace, and a dining area with chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, tiled walls, and a poolside area with white chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a TV, a table with breakfast, and a window with curtains.

20. Coastal Inn Halifax

8 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Dale

RM625

RM734 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Shakespeare by the Sea

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 2,583 reviews	View
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,190 reviews	View
The Hollis Halifax a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 918 reviews	View
Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown	8.8 Excellent 871 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Downtown	8.6 Excellent 1,014 reviews	View

Top Shakespeare by the Sea Hotel Reviews

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful service. The food is tremendous, service was so thoughtful. The location is fantastic. Definitely is worth the price."

Cambridge Suites Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was clean and the staff friendly. The included breakfast was a great start to my day; something there for everyone. Would definitely come back again."

The Barrington Hotel

8/10 Good

"Staff was tremendous, location was perfect, room and everything was comfortable and adequate. Would be nice if parking was included. Other than that no complaints!"

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

10/10 Excellent

"Staff very helpful and the room was beautiful."

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

8/10 Good

"Honestly the front desk feels perpetually confused and unhelpful there. It’s odd. However, the rooms are well-appointed and it’s great value. Other staff we encountered were great. Would recommend."

Four Points by Sheraton Halifax

8/10 Good

"It is a good location. Clean. Quiet. Works for me."

The Halliburton

10/10 Excellent

"This was a really cute boutique hotel with great walkability of downtown Halifax and the Harbour. The rooms were unique and well maintained for a building of its age. The staff was friendly and very helpful. I would highly recommend giving this hotel a try if you are in the area."

The Westin Nova Scotian

8/10 Good

"The location was great and the room was clean."

Red George Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"A great spot to stay on a visit to Halifax with our two dogs. Check in instructions were detailed and easy to follow once I found them in my Hotels.com messages. The property was clean and well furnished. Location was perfect for going down to the Halifax waterfront. Parking behind the property was an absolute bonus!"

Other attractions near Shakespeare by the Sea

A grassy area with a large sculpture of a ship's anchor, a picnic table, and a lighthouse in the distance.

Point Pleasant Park

9.0/10 (162 reviews)

Discover forest trails, harbor views, wartime heritage and Shakespeare at this peninsula park that sees the forest meet the Atlantic Ocean.

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A large brick building with the sign "Pier 21" and a clock.

Pier 21 National Historic Site

9.2/10 (39 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Pier 21 National Historic Site, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

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Park Place Theatre

Enjoy a performance at Park Place Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

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Prince of Wales Tower

Find out about the history of Halifax with a stop at Prince of Wales Tower. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

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Saint Mary's University Art Gallery

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Saint Mary's University Art Gallery during your travels in Halifax. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 during your travels in Halifax. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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Mary E. Black Gallery

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Mary E. Black Gallery in Halifax. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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Shambhala Centre

Enjoy an outing to Shambhala Centre during your stay in Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shakespeare by the Sea?

Shakespeare by the Sea is located in a historic area of Halifax known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 21 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Shakespeare by the Sea?

The Westin Nova Scotian is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Shakespeare by the Sea. Other good options within 5 miles include The Barrington Hotel and Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown.

How many hotels will I find close to Shakespeare by the Sea?

Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Shakespeare by the Sea.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shakespeare by the Sea, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Shakespeare by the Sea.

What can I see and do near Shakespeare by the Sea?

Pier 21 National Historic Site, Discovery Centre and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Point Pleasant Park, George's Island Lighthouse and Nova Scotia Archives. You can watch performances at Rebecca Cohn Auditorium, Neptune Theatre and Alderney Landing if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to Shakespeare by the Sea?

With so many transport options, seeing the area around Shakespeare by the Sea is simple. If you're taking a train into town, Halifax Station is the closest station to South End. You can explore your water travel options at the local port.

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Our top choices for Shakespeare by the Sea hotels

1. The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

2. Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

3. The Hollis Halifax a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel

4. Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown

5. Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Downtown

6. Atlantica Hotel Halifax

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax Downtown

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Halifax Downtown

9. The Barrington Hotel

10. Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre, an Ascend Collection Hotel

11. Burgundy Dream Bed and Breakfast

12. Comfort Hotel Bayer's Lake

13. Future Inns Halifax

14. Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

15. Delta Hotels by Marriott Dartmouth

16. Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Dartmouth

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Dartmouth by IHG

18. Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

19. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Halifax - Dartmouth

20. Coastal Inn Halifax

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Top Shakespeare by the Sea Hotel Reviews

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

Cambridge Suites Hotel

The Barrington Hotel

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

Four Points by Sheraton Halifax

The Halliburton

The Westin Nova Scotian

Red George Inn and Suites

Other attractions near Shakespeare by the Sea

Point Pleasant Park

Pier 21 National Historic Site

Park Place Theatre

Prince of Wales Tower

Saint Mary's University Art Gallery

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

Mary E. Black Gallery

Shambhala Centre

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