The Barrington Hotel, Halifax

The Barrington Hotel - A reconstructed 19th-century boutique hotel with indoor pool, award-winning restaurant, and direct pedway access

Located in Downtown Halifax's bustling center, The Barrington Hotel occupies six reconstructed mid-19th century Italianate-style buildings. This 4-star Halifax hotel features 200 rooms and suites equipped with pillowtop beds, free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, and 55-inch flat-screen TVs. The property houses the award-winning TEMPO food+drink restaurant, serving Canadian comfort food in an open-kitchen setting. Business travelers have access to seven event venues accommodating up to 120 guests, plus a 24-hour fitness center and heated indoor pool. Pet-friendly accommodations and comprehensive business amenities include work desks with chairs throughout all rooms. The Barrington connects directly to Scotia Square, CIBC Tower, Purdy's Wharf, and Casino Nova Scotia via the downtown pedway link. Key attractions within 0.5 miles include the Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk, Scotiabank Centre, Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

Pros

Direct indoor pedway access to major business complexes and casino

Open-kitchen restaurant design allows interaction with chefs

Located between multiple global dining options including Turkish, Korean, and Italian restaurants

Walking distance to seven notable landmarks within 0.5 miles

Cons

Parking requires additional fee ($24-26 per night)

Halifax Citadel and Central Library require 0.9-0.5 miles walk