Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront By Ihg, Sydney

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront By Ihg - Harbor-front hotel with indoor waterslide, regional dining, and proximity to Cape Breton attractions

Situated on the edge of Sydney's waterfront, this 3-star Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront By Ihg features an indoor pool with a 55-foot waterslide and two on-site restaurants serving regional Canadian cuisine. All guestrooms boast premium bedding, pillow menus, free WiFi, air conditioning, and tea/coffee facilities, with select rooms offering harbor views. The SaltSpray Restaurant showcases sweeping waterfront views, while the Crown and Moose Pub off the main lobby provides a lively British atmosphere for relaxation. Business travelers benefit from meeting rooms decorated with contemporary decor and neutral tones, plus dry cleaning services and a fitness center. This Sydney hotel serves as the perfect starting point for touring Cape Breton Island's historic villages, the Fortress of Louisbourg, and playing a round at the Highland Links Golf Course. Located just 9.5 miles from Sydney Airport, the property offers convenient access to the Merchant Mariner Monument (0.5 miles) and Casino Nova Scotia Sydney (0.5 miles).

Pros

Children under 11 eat free when ordering from the main menu

Indoor heated pool includes a waterslide for guests of all ages

On-site fitness center available for workout convenience

Located near Cape Breton University and NSCC

Meeting rooms feature contemporary decor ideal for business events

Cons

Located 9.5 miles from Sydney Airport requiring transportation arrangements

Limited entertainment options within the immediate hotel vicinity