Located along the Esplanade boardwalk in Cape Breton Island, this waterfront hotel is 8 minutes walk from Casino Nova Scotia. It features an indoor pool with waterslide, 2 on-site restaurants and free in-room WiFi. Cable and satellite TV are provided in all rooms at Holiday Inn Sydney. All modernly furnished rooms include coffee-making facilities. A microwave and fridge are available in select rooms. An on-site fitness center offers convenience for those who wish to work out. Holiday Inn Sydney Nova Scotia is also equipped with a business center. This hotel is 3.1 mi from Mayflower Mall. Fortress of Louisbourg is 27 mi away.
Solo travelers in particular like the location they rated it **8.8** for a one-person stay.
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Where to eat?
Guests can enjoy dining at the following restaurants and bars:
- SaltSpray: Open for breakfast from 7:00am to 10:00am.
- Crown and Moose: Open for dinner from 5:00pm to 11:00pm.
- Eave Restaurant & Bar: Offers American and Seafood cuisine. Open for dinner and cocktail hour. Features a modern and romantic ambiance. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available.
- The Crown Cafe & Restaurant: Serves American cuisine. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktail hour. Offers a family-friendly and modern ambiance. Vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options are available.
What’s nearby?
- Mariners Park (450 m)
- Wentworth Park (800 m)
- Open Hearth Park (1.1 km)
- Petersfield Provincial Park (2 km)
- Play Palace (3.1 km)
- Smelt Brook Park (8 km)
- Glen Morrison Park (13 km)
- Colliery Lands Park (14 km)
- Dominion Beach Provincial Park (15 km)
- Groves Point Provincial Park (15 km)
- Lake Edwards Pond (12 km)
- Ben Eoin 3 Ski Lift (25 km)
- Ben Eoin 2 Ski Lift (25 km)
- Ben Eoin 1 Ski Lift (26 km)
- Indian Beach (8 km)
- Sydney (Nova Scotia) Airport (9 km)
All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Policies
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
Pre-paid credit cards and debit cards cannot be used to guarantee a reservation. A credit card is required when booking.
A damage deposit of CAD 250 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Check-in: From 16:00
Check-out: Until 11:00
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what apply to each option when making your selection.
Children of all ages are welcome.
Cribs and extra beds aren’t available at this property.
There’s no age requirement for check-in.
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cash is not accepted.
Fees
Parking: Public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs CAD 7 per day.
Rooms information
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Standard Queen Room with Roll-in Shower – Mobility Access
$119.00This accessible room features a queen bed, roll-in shower, free Wi-Fi, cable/satellite TV and in-room movies. It is suitable for 1-2 guests.
Executive King Room with Sofa Bed
$364.00This spacious room features a king bed and a sofa bed, perfect for families or groups of up to 3 guests. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, cable TV, a desk, and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a bathtub or shower, a hairdryer, and toilet paper.
Standard King Room
$135.00This room features a king bed, free Wi-Fi, cable TV and a desk. A refrigerator is included. A seating area is provided. It is suitable for 1-2 guests.
Premium King Room with Sofa Bed
$169.00This spacious room features a king bed and a sofa bed, perfect for families or groups of up to 4 guests. Enjoy the convenience of a microwave and fridge, along with free Wi-Fi, cable/satellite TV and in-room movies.
Standard Queen Room
$119.00This room features a queen bed and a sofa bed, perfect for a comfortable stay for up to 2 guests. It includes free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen cable TV, a desk, and a refrigerator.
Standard Room
$132.00The Standard Room at Holiday Inn Sydney – Waterfront offers a comfortable stay with a 16 sq m space. It features a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a bathtub or shower, and a hairdryer. The room also includes a desk, a seating area, and tea/coffee making facilities. It is perfect for 1-2 guests.
Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
$139.00This double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a TV with cable channels, a seating area, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit has 2 queen beds. It is suitable for 2 guests.
Standard King Room with Harbor View
$143.00Enjoy a stunning harbor view from this comfortable room, featuring a king-size bed, free Wi-Fi, cable/satellite TV, and in-room movies. It comfortably accommodates 2 guests.