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Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Dalhousie University

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
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Free daily full breakfast
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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250 St. Margaret's Bay Rd, Halifax, NS, B3N 1J4
  • Place, Chocolate Lake Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Halifax Shopping Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Dalhousie University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(97 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Lake View (with Sofabed)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View (Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View (Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Pet Friendly King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Handicap Room, High Speed Internet Access, Refrigerator, Coffee Maker

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Room with Lake View

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Lake View, Flat Screen Television, Microwave And Refrigerator, Coffee Maker

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Lake View, Refrigerator, High Speed Internet Access

  • Sleeps 4

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Sofabed, Lake View, Microwave And Refrigerator, Soaker Tub, Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite-2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, One Bedroom, 2 Flat Screen Tvs, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Lake View, Refrigerator, 32-Inch Flat Television, Exterior Corridor, Ground Level

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-1 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

1 Queen Bed Suite Wifi Microwave Refrigerator Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Suite-1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, 2 Flat Screen Tvs, Lake View, Fireplace, Refrigerator, Full Breakfast

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Halifax

On lake.You'll find Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and Bayers Lake Business Park within 3 miles (5 km) of this Halifax hotel. Also, Chocolate Lake Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Halifax Shopping Centre is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Chocolate Lake Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Halifax Shopping Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dalhousie University - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Halifax Citadel - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 13 min drive
  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel

Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Dalhousie University
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 5995 square feet (557 square meters) and includes a conference center. A vending machine, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Halifax hotel is smoke free.

  • 142 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • 5995 sq ft of conference space
  • 557 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1970
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel offers 142 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Halifax hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (28 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR2526T9042

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel to the airport?

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel is 24.1 mi (27-min drive) away from the Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel on Dec 9, 2025 start from $112.16, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Chocolate Lake Beach and 1.4 mi (3-min drive) from Sir Sandford Fleming Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel offer free breakfast?

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel offers free full breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Nova Scotia (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel have a pool?

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel features an indoor pool.

Does Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel to downtown Halifax?

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel is 2.5 mi away from Halifax.

Reviews

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 880 out of 1566 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 447 out of 1566 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1566 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1566 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 1566 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were comfortable and food was ok. Whenever asking for addition towels or blankets they were quick to deliver.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Difficult to regulate room temp. No tea/ coffee: water in room. Lots of street noise. Poorly stocked shop in hotel ( no soap to do laundry).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great visit and staff was very friendly and helpful. Enjoyed the visit and highly recommend this when staying in Halifax.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the lake and sitting by the water for morning coffee. Also appreciated being able to bring our pup with us as he is elderly and we did not want to leave him with strangers.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service
Overall, we had a great stay at the hotel. While the furniture in our first room was a pretty worn and there was an odd odor, the staff did their best to help. They weren’t able to move us the first night, but as soon as a room became available the next morning, they found us a much better one. Which made a world of difference in our stay. The staff was friendly and eager to make things right, and Expedia was also very helpful throughout the process. We appreciated the service and ended up enjoying the rest of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable. Wish they had extra towels already in the room and you didn’t have to request them.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

naveenjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find location, clean and great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property looks dated ex scratched up old table near elevator. Bathroom was super tiny with no counter space at all. Area around the hotel seemed unsafe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Veronica, Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Shaby rooms good staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent friendly staff. Clean rooms, lots of amenities. Amazing arcade
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lake front beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time visiting this hotel after a great experience the first time in 2022. The rooms are clean with comfy beds. The staff are fabulous. The restaurant is lovely -- with a couple of vegetarian options on the menu. It's amazing that this hotel has access to the shoreline of Chocolate Lake, and I love having the option to sit outside and enjoy the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chereise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean rooms friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I fell in love with the lake, dining on the patio, and having breakfast was refreshing. Sitting on the lawn in the evenings, listening to my audiobook while guests swam in the lake, was also very calming. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I would definitely. I recommend this hotel as an eco-retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, very accommodating. Nice hot breakfast, lots of options. Clean and quiet. Can relax right on Chocolate Lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, awesome location, great breakfast, great Bar - just needs to be open later
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Amenities
Good hotel and experience. The rooms were clean, the staff kind and good food !!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025