The Halliburton is a small boutique hotel in the South End, created from historic townhouses on a quiet, tree-lined street not far from the Public Gardens. It is the hotel for travellers who prefer a house-like atmosphere to a big lobby: rooms differ from one another, the scale is intimate and the neighbourhood feels residential while remaining a short walk from the harbour and downtown. If your idea of a good city break includes old buildings, a bar and restaurant with personality and a sense of staying somewhere with a story, this is one of the best fits in Halifax.
Location and getting around
The South End is one of the most pleasant parts of Halifax for walkers, with historic streets, university buildings and the greenery of the Public Gardens. From here you can walk to Spring Garden Road for shops and cafes, to the Halifax Central Library, and downhill to the waterfront boardwalk in around fifteen to twenty minutes.
The Citadel is also within a walk, and the harbour ferry and the Seaport are a little further. In winter, when snow or wind makes long walks less appealing, taxis and buses are easy to find, and many guests happily spend an evening in the hotel's own bar and restaurant instead.
Rooms and character
Because the hotel occupies several older buildings, rooms vary in size, layout and style, from compact doubles to larger rooms and suites. That variety is part of the appeal, but it also means you should read the room descriptions carefully and ask for what suits you, whether that is a quiet room, extra space or a particular outlook.
Older buildings may have stairs, narrow corridors and limited step-free access, so mention accessibility needs when you book. Dining, drinks and any extras change over time, so check when you book what is available on your dates.
Who it suits
Couples, history lovers, solo travellers and anyone who wants a quieter and more distinctive base than the large downtown hotels. It also suits visitors to the universities and hospitals nearby, who will find the location convenient. Good to know: boutique hotels have fewer rooms, so they can sell out early on summer weekends, graduation periods and festival dates, and it pays to book ahead. Rates tend to be moderate to upper mid-range, with better value in the colder months.
Parking arrangements differ from those of a large hotel, so ask about it when you reserve if you are driving. Pair a stay here with a morning in the Public Gardens, an afternoon at the Citadel and a seafood dinner by the harbour, and you will see why many travellers consider the South End the nicest corner of the city to wake up in.
Why stay here
- ✓Historic townhouse setting
- ✓Quiet leafy South End street
- ✓Walk to the Public Gardens
- ✓Walk to Spring Garden Road
- ✓Individually styled rooms
- ✓Hotel bar and restaurant
- ✓Intimate boutique scale
- ✓Walk downhill to the waterfront
Good questions
Where is The Halliburton?+
It is in the South End, near the Public Gardens and Spring Garden Road, and about a fifteen to twenty minute walk from the waterfront.
Are all the rooms the same?+
No. The hotel spans several historic buildings, so size and layout vary. Read the room details and mention any needs when you book.
Is it good for couples?+
Yes. The boutique scale, character and quiet street suit couples and solo travellers looking for something more distinctive than a chain hotel.
