Alt Hotel St. John’s is at 125 Water Street, right on the harbour side of downtown, and its own pages describe views over the harbour and the channel. The hotel is part of the Germain family of Canadian hotels and has a clean, contemporary design that contrasts with the heritage buildings around it. On-site, Terre Restaurant and Terre Café handle meals and coffee, and there is free luggage storage in the lobby at all times. Underground heated parking with electric vehicle charging is available for a nightly fee, and the hotel notes St. John’s International Airport is about a 15-minute drive away. Check-in is at 3 pm and checkout at noon.
Location and getting around
The hotel is on Water Street, so you can walk to restaurants, the harbour front and the downtown shops, and George Street is close. It is also near the cruise terminal, and a downtown pickup point for several guided tours is a short walk away. Signal Hill and The Rooms are a taxi ride, and the airport takes about 15 minutes by road. For Cape Spear and the Southern Shore you will want a car, and the underground parking helps if you rent one.
The rooms and the feel
Expect modern, simple rooms with a design focus, and a social ground floor with a restaurant and a cafe. It is a good option for travellers who like contemporary style and straightforward service, and the free luggage storage is handy if you arrive early or leave late. The harbour views are the main upgrade, so ask for a room facing the water. Breakfast arrangements and room details are listed on the hotel's site, so check them before you book.
Who it suits and what to know: it suits couples, solo travellers and small groups who want a stylish, central base without paying for a luxury hotel. The parking height limit is about 6 feet 2 inches, so tall vehicles should contact the hotel first, and space for oversized vehicles is limited. Downtown can be lively at night, so request a room away from the street if you are a light sleeper.
Why stay here
- ✓Harbour-view rooms
- ✓Terre Restaurant and Terre Café
- ✓Underground heated parking
- ✓Electric vehicle charging
- ✓Free lobby luggage storage
- ✓Contemporary design
- ✓Near the cruise terminal
- ✓About 15 minutes from the airport
Good questions
Where is Alt Hotel St. John’s?+
It is at 125 Water Street in downtown St. John’s, on the harbour side. It is close to restaurants, George Street and the cruise terminal.
Does the hotel have parking?+
Yes, it has underground heated parking with electric vehicle charging for a nightly fee. The height limit is about 6 feet 2 inches, so tall vehicles should check first.
What are check-in and checkout times?+
Check-in is at 3 pm and checkout is at noon, and free luggage storage is available in the lobby. Early arrivals are accommodated when a room is ready.
