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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG

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

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Indoor pool
Exterior
Lobby
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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980 Parkland Dr, Halifax, NS, B3M 4Y7
  • Kearney Lake Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Bayers Lake Business Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Mount Saint Vincent University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Walk-In Shower) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Room amenity

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

  • 415 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 346 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (King) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom (King)

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 268 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 417 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Halifax

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

What's nearby

  • Kearney Lake Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bayers Lake Business Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Mount Saint Vincent University - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Dalhousie University - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 12 min drive - 8.3 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
  • ‪Falafel Factory - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's Market - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG

4-star eco-certified 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 eco-certified 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.

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.

Languages

English

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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

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
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.

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 Aug 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG on Sep 4, 2025 start from $149.26, 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 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

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 416 out of 913 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 913 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 913 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 913 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 913 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Courtney

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall it’s decent. Beds are very comfy which makes up for the long drive. Pool is a little cloudy but the kids had fun. The whole pool is 4ft basically. Rooms are decent. Ours is a basic size.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location. Staff was nice and friendly. Room was relatively quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shubhangi

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Insects and rats in my room, no compensation no suitable action.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Vijaykumar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Breakfast was not good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay at the hotel

The stay at this hotel was very pleasant. The check-in went without any issues and the staff was very friendly. The room was a great sized room and very clean. The bed was extremely comfortable and the bathroom/shower was very accommodating. My stay was very enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was really surprised to learn beds are only made every 4 days.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
We went for a family birthday stay, the kids had a blast and the pool was amazing 10/10 would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect all except the coffee in the lobby was always cold
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

cathy

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elvira Ivy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
EV chargers were not working but other that it was a good staycation for us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cosmos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique experience. Loved and enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Danielle

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel cancelled reservation and sent no email. Said Expedia cancelled, however Expedia did not cancel as I got emails asking how my stay was, and to rate my stay. Staff were very un helpful, and very rude.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very pleasant hotel.

Really nice hotel. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Batool, Saint John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staffs were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area needs to vented somehow its way to hot and not enough air.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect but Elevator was pretty slow other than that was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten L, Sooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Miranda

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We did have an amazing stay!! Right where we want to be located.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025