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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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Exterior
Room amenity
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Lobby
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
980 Parkland Dr, Halifax, NS, B3M 4Y7
  • Kearney Lake Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Mount Saint Vincent University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
    ‪12 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)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 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)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 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, Mobility Accessible (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 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 (Roll-In Shower)

  • 415 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Walk-In Shower)

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 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 (Hearing)

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

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 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 Jun 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Halifax - Bedford by IHG on Jun 29, 2025 start from $161.68, 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. 399 out of 858 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 858 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 858 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 858 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 858 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pathmanathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, it was a good property with good amenities, and convenient highway access.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheree

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, comfy bed, easy parking and convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

8/10 Good

Cecelia

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

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool could have been clean more often.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

natasha

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

shana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great family hotel

Great stay, the pool was a good size and the kids loved the waterslide. Only downfall of the hotel was one elevator was down so a lot of waiting for the elevator or going up and down to get where you’re going.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louisa

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

Can’t wait to go again!

Amazing location! Easy to access, lots of amenities and the pool was great fun for us. We ended up staying an extra night due to the great service and room being so comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Morteza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
kids running in the hall way
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deidre

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

8/10 Good

haley

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The water slide was fun and the beds were really comfy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christine

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Renee Louise

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was a really weird smell on our second night, and I think somebody had gotten arrested and it could’ve been pepper spray, and my throat has been sore ever cents
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Raha

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One month ago When I booked the room they accepted my debit card but a day before my reservation they called me and asked me about another credit card and I didn’t trust them to give my information because I have to many spam calls and I said I will tell you tomorrow when I get there Yesterday when I get there they told me my room is not available and they gave me a new room but it was beside street and wasn’t the same as what I reserved and had plans for my kids I frastrided with that and it wasn’t what I expected
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Adrianne

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

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was great. Water was super warm and the water slide was lots of fun. Breakfast had great options. Our family had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything but need to control wayer around pool area, wasnt draining and a lot of water on tile floor .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristian

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025