Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Bayers Lake Business Park

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Exterior
Suite, 1 Bedroom (King) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Indoor pool
Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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980 Parkland Dr, Halifax, NS, B3M 4Y7
  • Place, Hemlock Ravine Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kearney Lake Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Walk-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Walk-In Shower)

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobility)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 417 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • 415 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Walk-In Shower)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(49 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 346 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom (King)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 578 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 577 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 546 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Walk-In Shower)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 268 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Communications)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 417 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Halifax

City center retreat .Your stay at this Wedgewood hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Kearney Lake Beach and Mount Saint Vincent University. Canada Games Centre and Bayers Lake Business Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Hemlock Ravine Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kearney Lake Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Dalhousie University - 13 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Halifax Citadel - 13 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 13 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 24 min drive
  • Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sou’wester In The Cityy - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG

4-star hotel near Bayers Lake Business Park
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 2074 square feet (193 square meters) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Halifax hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2074 sq ft of conference space
  • 193 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG offers 120 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • 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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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: CAD 20.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: CAD 20.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR2425T3644

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Canada Select.

Property is also known as

Bayer's Lake
Quality Bayer's Lake
Quality Bayer's Lake Halifax
Quality Inn Bayer's Lake
Quality Inn Bayer's Lake Halifax
Holiday Inn Express Halifax Bedford Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Halifax Bedford

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG is 18.4 mi (22-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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG on Jun 7, 2026 start from $209, 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Kearney Lake Beach and 6.8 mi (13-min drive) from Chocolate Lake Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Nova Scotia (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG features an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG to downtown Halifax?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG is 5.5 mi away from Halifax.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 428 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1005 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, good breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Oluwaseun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

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The room and hotel open spaces were spotless and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ma Caress

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean and staffs were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent very clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor

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Yes room was clean and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the beds comfortable and the breakfast was good. We would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Naudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, clean property, conveniently located right off the highway. Perfect place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Teresa

Staff was amazing facility is under construction
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Percy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, rooms spacious. Good value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Jean-Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room and good breakfast choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were pleasant property was clean inside Nd exterior
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are lovely and very accommodating. Very clean and large room. The bed was so comfortable too. Would go back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

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Room was clean, bed was comfortable, and staff was courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Shruthi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a decent stay for the price . very minimal breakfast options though ..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Shruthi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay on that budget.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gordie

The beds were so comfortable and the gentlemen at the front desk that
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast very good, great service at front desk and rooms very nice and comfortable. A+ for cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was easy to find, a lot of parking, and overall cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Loved the pool
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Shelley

The staff were great and the room was clean. The elevator and the pool were closed due to a flood, which
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025