See all properties

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel

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

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel

A bar area with wooden accents, bar stools, and a well-stocked liquor shelf.
A hotel reception area with a herringbone patterned wall, a reception desk, and a potted plant.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a view of trees and hills.
A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and large windows offering views.
A modern restaurant with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a bar area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included

Explore the area

View in a map
250 St. Margaret's Bay Rd, Halifax, NS, B3N 1J4
  • Place, Chocolate Lake Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Lake Provincial Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Halifax Shopping Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(120 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a large window offering a view of a lake and greenery.

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

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Lake View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a large window offering a view of a lake and greenery.

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a microwave.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Pet Friendly King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a table, and a view of the outdoors.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a lamp.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Lake View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, and a view of greenery through large windows.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

A hotel room with two beds, a framed picture on the wall, and a dark headboard.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

You may also like

Ad
Exterior

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Halifax - Dartmouth

Dartmouth
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,320 reviews
$182 nightly
The price is $213
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Halifax - Dartmouth

About the neighborhood

Halifax

On lake.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Halifax hotel, you'll find Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre. Long Lake Provincial Park and Sir Sandford Fleming Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Chocolate Lake Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Long Lake Provincial Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Halifax Shopping Centre - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Ashburn Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Sir Sandford Fleming Park - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 15 min drive
  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 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, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers 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.

Similar properties

Reception
Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Birch Cove
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 2,268 reviews
$161 nightly
The price is $189
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Chateau Bedford, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

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 self 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

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 STR2627T9042

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

Best Western Chocolate
Best Western Chocolate Lake
Best Western Chocolate Lake Hotel
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Halifax
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel Halifax
Chocolate Lake
Chocolate Lake Best Western
Chocolate Lake Hotel
Best Western Halifax
BEST WESTERN PLUS Chocolate Lake Hotel Halifax, Nova Scotia
Halifax Best Western
BEST WESTERN PLUS Chocolate Lake Hotel Halifax Nova Scotia
Plus Chocolate Hotel Halifax
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel Halifax
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel Hotel Halifax

Frequently asked questions

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

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel is 24.4 mi (31-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 Aug 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel on Sep 6, 2026 start from $221, including 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 15-minute walk from Chocolate Lake Beach and 1.5 mi (6-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 (5-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.

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1055 out of 1802 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 494 out of 1802 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1802 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1802 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1802 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Remi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location, and the hotel is very inviting!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly the room was great and breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a great price. Breakfast was great and staff very friendly. We will definitely be staying here again !!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room great location great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leighann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant was wonderful , food excellent, breakfast buffet was also excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff, the restaurant in the hotel hade excellent food
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roseanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was plentiful and decent for a hotel breakfast. We ate there for breakfast during our whole stay
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the hotel was excellent! The staff were friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was top notch every morning and the view of Chocolate Lake was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Every part of our stay was wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sameer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay Higly recommend, Stayed 5 days no complaints, good customer service
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrianus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, rooms were clean. There is a nice breakfast included with lots of options.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and nice restraunt
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

kimberlay

Liked: Staff & service
Breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very nice, I visit regularly and everything is always great! The restaurant has amazing food! Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was your typical hotel breakfast .. hot and good
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Milby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room very friendly staff restaurant was also great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ramu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s very good hotel stay with family and staff is very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable room with a lovely view of the lake. Dinner and breakfast excellent and all served by very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast internet great pool very good breakfast comfortable beds lots of hot water and good pressure
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and excellent food for free breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was so comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lakeside bar was the perfect place to relax and work. The staff were great and always helpful. I loved having a view of the water and a space to walk around outdoors.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

Explore More Ways to Travel with Travelocity