A modern, smoke-free property overlooking the ocean, the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel is steps away from the Ferry Stop and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Standard guest room amenities include plush, pillowtop beds, flat screen cable television, an ergonomic work space, and a mini fridge. Concierge level rooms include access to a private lounge with a continental breakfast. The Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel is connected to Casino Nova Scotia with a skywalk. A full-service spa, indoor pool, and 24-hour fitness center are also available on site, as is the Stone's Throw patio during the summer season. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the Harbourstone Sea Grill & Pour House offers Canadian coastal cuisine. Guests can also get their morning latte at Balancing Rock, conveniently located in the hotel lobby. Nearby attractions include the Halifax Scotiabank Centre, Alexander Keith's Brewery, and the Halifax Public Gardens.
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Guests rave about the hotel's location directly on the city's pretty boardwalk, in between the Historic Properties and Casino Nova Scotia. The Halifax Metro Ferry service, HMCS Sackville floating museum, the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, and many shops, restaurants, and entertainment options are within comfortable walking distance. Most guests find that the Halifax Public Gardens are well worth the 20-minute uphill trek (or short drive, for less avid walkers).
Many guests have given the front desk, housekeeping, and wait staff rave reviews for their personable and professional customer service, commenting often on their smiling faces. The concierge receives top marks for her knowledge of the area, including popular day trip destinations such as Peggy's Cove.
The rooms are generally described as sparkling clean, tastefully decorated, and modern. Several guests claim the beds are the "most comfortable" they have ever slept in, and note that the harbor view rooms and access to the Concierge Lounge are well worth the premium rate.
Though some guests enjoy a view of the harbor, others have a view of the hotel rooftop, ventilation system, or the pool. The last is a great plus for guests with children who like an early morning swim, but seems to be a minus for most other guests.
While some guests enjoy the new, more modern look in the lobby, others find it a bit "corporate" and lacking its former warmth. A few others were disappointed to find these same qualities in the front desk staff.
Some pet owners find the additional "cleaning fee" a bit steep, while other guests have been dismayed to find pets, as opposed to service animals, in common areas.
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