The Hollis Halifax is a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton hotel on Hollis Street, one of the main downtown streets running parallel to the harbour. Its all-suite format is the main draw: each room is a suite with a separate sleeping area and living space, which gives families and longer-stay guests extra room to spread out compared with a standard hotel room. The location is hard to fault for sightseeing. The waterfront and the boardwalk are a few minutes' walk downhill, Historic Properties and the ferry terminal are close, and Province House, the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia and the old town's restaurants and pubs are all within easy reach. Citadel Hill is a short climb up Duke Street or Prince Street. As with other DoubleTree hotels, guests are traditionally welcomed with a warm chocolate chip cookie at check-in, a small touch that families tend to remember. The hotel suits couples who want more space, parents travelling with children, business travellers on longer trips and anyone who prefers a downtown base within walking distance of almost everything. Services and amenities can change, so confirm what is offered when you book.
Location and getting around
Hollis Street puts you one block from the waterfront and a short stroll from the best of old Halifax. Walk north along the boardwalk to Historic Properties, the Alderney ferry to Dartmouth and the Maritime Museum, or south toward the Seaport, Pier 21 and the Seaport Farmers Market.
The Grand Parade, St. Paul's Church and the Old Town Clock are close, and Barrington Street has shops and eateries. The Via Rail station and the cruise terminal are a taxi ride or a long walk away. The airport is about thirty-five kilometres out, so plan a taxi or rideshare.
Rooms and choosing well
The suite format works well for families, since children can sleep or watch television in one space while adults relax in another. Ask for a higher floor for a harbour or city view and a quieter room, and check whether your suite includes a kitchenette or just a mini-fridge and microwave, since this varies. If you are travelling with a group, ask about connecting suites. Parking in the city centre is typically charged by the day, so factor that into the cost if you are driving.
Who it suits
Families, groups of friends, couples on a longer stay and business travellers. Compared with the Cambridge Suites, which is also an all-suite downtown hotel, the Hollis is closer to the harbour and part of a global loyalty programme, which appeals to Hilton Honors members. In the colder months the hotel makes a warm base close to the museums and restaurants, and in summer it puts you in the middle of the waterfront's busiest season.
Why stay here
- ✓All-suite layout with separate living area
- ✓Downtown location near the waterfront
- ✓Walk to Historic Properties and the ferry terminal
- ✓Warm cookie welcome at check-in
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓On-site restaurant
- ✓Air conditioning and Wi-Fi
- ✓Parking available for a fee
Good questions
Are all rooms suites at The Hollis?+
Yes, it is an all-suite hotel, with a separate sleeping area and living space in each suite.
How close is it to the waterfront?+
Hollis Street runs close to the harbour, so the boardwalk is a few minutes' walk away.
Is it good for families?+
The extra space in a suite suits families well. Ask about connecting suites if you are travelling with a larger group.
