Situated opposite the Halifax Public Gardens, this grand hotel was built in 1927 and then expanded in the '70s. The guest rooms are tastefully decorated and range in size from average to spacious. The lobby is still preserved with historical charm and the ceiling is a replica of the ceiling found at the Parliament House in Ottawa. The rooms offer modern comforts and conveniences. The park gardens across the street should not be missed while visiting Halifax.
Smoke free premises. 262 units. 9 stories, interior corridors. Accessibility (Call).
3 day cancellation notice-fee imposed, pets (extra charge).
Guest Ratings
OVERALL GUEST SCORE
Excellent
Based on Ratings from 1139 guests
Showing reviews 1 - 5 of 50
10.0
Raymond
Exceptional
mature couple
09-23-2016
Pros: Excellent location, very friendly front desk staff. We were celebrating our 45th Wedding Anniversary and 70th Birthday and room was upgraded to a suite which was excellent.
Cons: Breakfast area was very disorganised with little or no management apparent. Tables not cleared although queue of hotel guests awaiting breakfast.
7.5
John
Good
mature couple
09-21-2016
Pros: Still a nice hotel with an olde grandeur. It has been beautifully maintained.
Cons: The aircon didn't turn off so I unplugged it. It then wouldn't start up again.
5.4
Hsyes
Fair
solo traveller
09-17-2016
Pros: The rooms and the friendly housekeeping girls. They were so helpful as I have a disability
Cons: I celebrated my birthday there. I ordered a bottle of champagne and nachos. When the waiter took it to my room he got sour cream and salsa all over the bi
9.2
Colin
Wonderful
review category group of friends
09-16-2016
Pros:
Cons: front desk staff were very inattentive
7.0
Sue
Good
young couple
09-16-2016
Pros: I had a 7am flight to catch and had requested a 4:45 am wake-up call. The call was never received so it made it very challenging to be ready for our booked airport taxi. This is unacceptable from any hotel but even more so from one such as the Lord Nelson.
Cons: See above!!
8.3
Susan
Very Good
solo traveller
09-15-2016
Pros: not only was the room clean but it smelled clean
Cons: The cost
10.0
Christine
Exceptional
review category group of friends
09-15-2016
Pros: good location, friendly staff,good food
Cons:
10.0
Andrew
Exceptional
young couple
09-09-2016
Pros: Breakfast was very impressive. Staff were always very quick to help with any issues. Thoroughly recommend this place.
Cons:
7.5
Tanise
Good
young couple
09-09-2016
Pros: Good location
Cons: Staff was a bit overwhelmed with convention folks.
5.4
Daniel
Fair
young couple
09-06-2016
Pros: The water pressure in the shower was nice.
Cons: The room service food was not even eatable. The bathroom was dirty and the towels were hard and scratchy. Room was nice but not worth the $$$
7.1
Carol
Good
mature couple
09-06-2016
Pros: Comfortable and clean, close to everything.
Cons: The card reader for the car park wasn't working. I had to go ask for a new card about eight times. They had the parking closed off close to the hotel door.
9.6
Frwb
Exceptional
family with young children
09-06-2016
Pros: Great location in central Halifax, very close to everything. Staff were extremely professional, very friendly and helpful.
Cons: Furniture in rooms were a little outdated and double beds versus queen size.
7.1
Gregory
Good
young couple
09-05-2016
Pros: The bed was very comfortable, and we enjoyed a quiet sleep - no loud partiers.
Close to other amenities
Cons: Something was malfunctioning with the parking booth so it was sometimes a hassle getting in and out. No pool!
8.8
Alistair
Excellent
family with young children
09-05-2016
Pros: Rooms very clean and easy to maintain at a comfortable temperature, staff helpful on arrival
Cons: A couple of minor gripes, such as failure to replenish drink facilities in the room on one occasion, but nothing serious
7.9
Lesley
Good
family with young children
09-05-2016
Pros: Location
Cons: The laminate flooring and Spartan room decor.
7.9
Normam
Good
solo traveller
09-05-2016
Pros: It was quiet this time- midweek.
Cons: Being told a $100.00 extra put on hold against extras or damages. This is the 10th time I've stayed there in the last 4years. They had my credit card details. Totally ridiculous way to deal with a repeat guest.
6.3
David
Pleasant
solo traveller
09-04-2016
Pros:
Cons: The room was very small. But had to pay same price as normal room.
5.0
Oystein
Fair
solo traveller
09-04-2016
Pros: Reception area
Cons: Rooms big but lack comfort, noisy a/c, sloppy reception staff
5.8
Mainetraveler76
Okay
family with older children
09-02-2016
Pros: Loved the location (close to gardens, museums, Citadel & restaurants)! Some staff was very friendly. Loved sitting outside on the veranda!
Cons: Several staff members were rude (unsure why, was in response to a quick question). Bathroom was very small and poorly ventilated. Worst of all were all of the extra charges- parking, breakfast, fast wifi were all extra and not advertised as being an additional charge. $12.95 for a less than terrific continental breakfast? No thanks.
8.0
Andrew
Very Good
mature couple
08-29-2016
Pros: Location and public rooms
Cons: Like everywhere else we stayed in Nova Scotia the bed sheets were poly/cotton. It was very disappointing for a hotel of this standing, they should be 100% cotton, as is common through much of Europe. This mattered to us as my partner is allergic to polyester. Fortunately we travelled with our own cotton sheet but this just shouldn't be necessary. C'mon Canada up your game and The Lord Nelson could lead the way!
Also car parking expensive.
10.0
Jacob
Exceptional
mature couple
08-29-2016
Pros: the beauty of an old building that is restored and renewed
Cons: that we had to wait 3 hrs to get in our room
9.6
Lj
Exceptional
solo traveller
08-28-2016
Pros: very good bed and modern comfort along with the kind of furniture you might find in an elegant private home in Halifax. The front desk staff were always helpful and sent someone if necessary right away. The breakfasts were good and plentiful. The location is ideal. There are washing machines available for clients as well as the more usual ironing board etc. as well as a fitness room (machines only) and business room. Wi Fi easy to access.
Cons: The air conditioning in my room was very noisy, the staff in the dining room were sometimes rude, but I think they took on people for the summer season who were temporary.
7.9
Jody
Good
mature couple
08-27-2016
Pros: Location. Close availability of parking.
Cons: The room was good, but could use a little more interest or 21st century pzazz.
Cost of the parking.
4.6
Dissappointed
Disappointing
mature couple
08-27-2016
Pros: location
very helpful concierge
Cons: air conditioning loud and too cold, unable to regulate
petite suite not suitable for 2 people
had difficulty finding parking in their lot
extra charge for internet, not properly explained
5.8
Tara
Okay
mature couple
08-27-2016
Pros: Great location
Cons: Small room small bed small washroom. Food in dining room over priced, nice lobby. Nice staff.
10.0
Ken
Exceptional
mature couple
08-26-2016
Pros: Great spot very clean pleasant staff.
Cons: Expensive parking. Parking lot difficult access.
10.0
Natalie
Exceptional
mature couple
08-25-2016
Pros: It was the perfect location and loved the hotels period features.the rooms were spectacular.
Cons: The parking was a slight issue.
10.0
Ann
Exceptional
mature couple
08-25-2016
Pros: Hotel staff are courteous, attentive and nothing is too much effort for them. Our room was really lovely and we found the inhouse laundry very convenient. The restaurant inside the hotel is excellent, the food was a better quality and variety than
nearby restaurants, but prices were much the same. Consequently we ate inhouse for most meals. The location is fabulous and the gardens over the road are stunning. We walked to the wharf area and pier 21 on several occasions. We used the hotel shuttle service from the airport and return. Les, the driver was such a pleasant and helpful man with great local knowledge, we also booked a day tour with him to visit Peggy's Cove and other coastal areas. We had a wonderful day. We highly recommend Lord Nelson for your stay in beautiful Halifax and Les, if you need a driver.
Cons: There was nothing to dislike in this charming, beautifully maintained old hotel
8.8
Melissa
Excellent
review category group of friends
08-23-2016
Pros: Room was great! Staff was excellent. Enjoyed the Public Gardens which was just across the street !
Cons:
7.5
Gordon
Good
mature couple
08-23-2016
Pros: Location.
Cons: Well, after dinner we couldn't drive back to the hotel as the entire block was under road construction. It took us too long to convince workers we were guests of the hotel. Very poor communication to guests on the situation.
Plus the sounds of all night construction really sucked!
10.0
Nacho1972
Exceptional
mature couple
08-23-2016
Pros: Location was perfect. Made our reservation last minute and we couldn't have been happier. This was our last night in Nova Scotia and was a very nice ending to a very memorable vacation!
Cons:
9.2
Kristal
Wonderful
mature couple
08-21-2016
Pros: Great location. Beautiful lobby
Cons: Construction outside!
8.8
Ada
Excellent
mature couple
08-20-2016
Pros: Great location for seeing the city. Comfy rooms.
Cons:
7.1
Anna
Good
review category group of friends
08-19-2016
Pros: Location was close to downtown walking distance.
Cons: Lights went out on second day
Other than that staff were all friendly and helpful
9.6
Cynthia
Exceptional
mature couple
08-19-2016
Pros: Great location , nice restaurant/pub.
Cons:
10.0
Kathleen
Exceptional
mature couple
08-18-2016
Pros: We loved our stay. Great location. Loved the south end of town.
Cons:
9.2
Kenneth
Wonderful
mature couple
08-18-2016
Pros: Beautiful hotel, nice rooms and very comfortable beds.
Cons: The hotel arranged for a car service to pick us up at the airport and somehow that got messed up and there was no car waiting.
8.8
Lacey
Excellent
mature couple
08-17-2016
Pros: Beds were super nice....
Cons: The walk from parking was a nightmare .... Not enough signs ... Get mixed up easily.
9.6
Tony
Exceptional
review category group of friends
08-16-2016
Pros: Great location
Comfortable rooms
Friendly staff
Cons: Extra cost for upgraded wifi
6.7
Solo
Pleasant
solo traveller
08-15-2016
Pros: The loby was beautiful and the great location was why I picked this hotel.
Cons: I felt unsafe being a solo female traveler in a room that was not only at the end of the hall, but around a corner all by itself out of view from the rest of the hallway AND next to the stairwell door!
5.0
Julie
Fair
family with older children
08-13-2016
Pros:
Cons: Small room, small bed (my 6' husband's feet hung off the bed). Poor service during check-in.
4.6
Mertgun
Disappointing
family with young children
08-13-2016
Pros: nice location
Cons: very small , not comfortable beds ,2 false fire alarms in one week! try to explain your 7 years old child why you need to evacuate the room 2 pm at the evening! nobody gave explanation from the hotel staff what was going on!!!
7.1
A
Good
mature couple
08-12-2016
Pros: Nice gym. Friendly staff. Good location.
Cons: Very bland reception given the statue of the hotel. Need to offer coffee, or cookies. Constant smokers in front of building was a turn off.
6.7
Hannah
Pleasant
young couple
08-11-2016
Pros: Very comfy bed and sheets!
Cons: It was a little too pricey for a tiny room with no parking or breakfast included. The wifi was dodgy and it cost more to have decent internet connection.
9.6
Rochelle
Exceptional
family with young children
08-11-2016
Pros: We got a complimentary upgrade :) and the king sized bed was amazingly comfortable!!
Cons:
7.1
Judi
Good
mature couple
08-09-2016
Pros: Room was good and we had a lovely view of the park.
Cons: Parking arrangements were not clear and as there is no lift up from parking 2, we had to exit, unload and then re-park. Not ideal!
And when we arrived there was no one to ask!
10.0
Clyde
Exceptional
mature couple
08-09-2016
Pros: Location! Being right across the street from such a beautiful garden was spectacular. And the walk to the wharf was invigorating and enjoyable. The room was very comfortable and relaxing. Plenty of room to stretch and not feel claustrophobic. Enjoyed our stay!
Cons: Having to pay to park my car at the hotel when I'm a paying guest already is not okay, and even if it was necessary,$24 a day is definitely a lot for paying guests of the hotel.
8.8
Melanie
Excellent
review category group of friends
08-08-2016
Pros: Location, location, location!
Cons: Slow check in, room wasn't ready till 4pm, concierge was never around. Hotel felt understaffed.
6.3
Christina
Pleasant
solo traveller
08-06-2016
Pros: The location is the best part! Right off spring garden Rd so it's perfect! And if weathers bad u don't have to go outside to get to parkland mall, there's a cinema there and a few shops, drugstore.
Bed was comfortable! Free wifi
Cons: Wasn't that clean! Kept finding long black hair in different places ) I have short blond so not mine!) was hair on bathroom floor and on a towel, also on one of the beds, I had two beds in my room so I just slept in the other. I didn't bring it up as I was over tired and was only in the hotel one night.
Have to pay for parking! 28 plus tax! Ridic!
9.2
Jill
Wonderful
mature couple
08-06-2016
Pros: Beautiful building, centrally located
Cons: Air conditioning a little noisy. There was a mistake made with our keys. Porters were very helpful
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