10/10 Excellent
Karen, Calgary
Traveled with family
Sep 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karen
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Downtown Sustainable Garden House
2.0 star property
Art Deco guest house near Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Laundry
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
6121 Allan St, Halifax, NS, B3L 1G7
- Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences CenterPlace, Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Center8 min walk
- Halifax CitadelPlace, Halifax Citadel15 min walk
- Halifax Waterfront BoardwalkPlace, Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk20 min walk
- Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)Airport, Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)28 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Design House, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen
Design House, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen
- 1798 sq ft
- 3 bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
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About the neighborhood
Halifax
North End stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this North End guesthouse, you'll find Emera Oval and Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Center. Also, Museum of Natural History is within half a mile (1 km) and Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk is within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
- Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Halifax Citadel - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
- Dalhousie University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
- Scotiabank Centre - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
- Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
Getting around
- Halifax Station - 9 min drive
- Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) - 30 min drive
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- Wendy's - 6 min walk
- The Cheeky Neighbour Diner - 5 min walk
- The Bonfire - 5 min walk
- Dilly Daily - 4 min walk
- Tony's Pizza Donairs & Subs - 5 min walk
About this property
Downtown Sustainable Garden House
Art Deco guest house near Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
As a guest of Downtown Sustainable Garden House, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Downtown Sustainable Garden House also features laundry facilities and express check-out. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Halifax guesthouse.
- 3 guestrooms or units
- Built in 1908
- Self-service laundry
- Express check-out
- Terrace
- Garden
- Outdoor picnic space
- Smoking in designated areas
Downtown Sustainable Garden House offers 3 accommodations with washers/dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels.
Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in October 2024.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- In-room washer/dryer
- Laundry facilities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Parking and transportation
- Free covered self parking on site
Things to do
- Books
- Games
- Video library
Accessibility
- No elevator
Room amenities
Entertainment
- 50-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
Bedroom
- Pillow menu
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Towels provided
More
- Bulk dispensers for toiletries
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Heating
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
- Iron/ironing board
- Laundry detergent
- LED lighting
- Recycling
- Reusable coffee/tea filters
- Washer/dryer
- Water-efficient showers
- Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Deposit: CAD 200 per accommodation, per stay
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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.
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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Property Registration Number STR2425A7885
We should mention
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Property is also known as
Sustainable House Halifax
Downtown Sustainable Garden House Halifax
Downtown Sustainable Garden House Guesthouse
Downtown Sustainable Garden House Guesthouse Halifax
Frequently asked questions
How close is Downtown Sustainable Garden House to the airport?
Downtown Sustainable Garden House is 20 mi (30-min drive) away from the Stanfield Intl. Airport (YHZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Downtown Sustainable Garden House have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Downtown Sustainable Garden House.
How close is Downtown Sustainable Garden House to the beach?
This guesthouse is 2.1 mi (7-min drive) from Chocolate Lake Beach and 3.4 mi (8-min drive) from Sir Sandford Fleming Park. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Downtown Sustainable Garden House offer free breakfast?
Downtown Sustainable Garden House does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Downtown Sustainable Garden House?
No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Casino Nova Scotia (3-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Downtown Sustainable Garden House?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
Is there free parking at Downtown Sustainable Garden House?
This guesthouse offers free self parking.
Does Downtown Sustainable Garden House have a pool?
Downtown Sustainable Garden House does not have a pool.
Does Downtown Sustainable Garden House have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.
How close is Downtown Sustainable Garden House to downtown Halifax?
Downtown Sustainable Garden House is 0.9 mi away from Halifax.
Downtown Sustainable Garden House Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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10/10
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8.0/10
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10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness