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A spacious living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and a view of a body of water.

A modern indoor pool area with clear glass flooring, large stone columns, and wooden slatted walls allowing natural light.

A bar area with a marble counter, green bar stools, and a stone floor.

A modern indoor pool area with three seating areas, each with a cushion and rolled towels.

1. Muir, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Halifax

Downtown Halifax, 2.4 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Irene

AED 1,268

AED 1,489 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a wooden desk, and a comfortable chair.

A rooftop terrace with modern lounge chairs and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on a cabinet, and a city view through large windows.

A modern lobby with marble walls, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a dining area with a round table.

2. The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

Downtown Halifax, 2.3 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Lucy

AED 549

AED 651 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a table, chairs, and a heater.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, black and white patterned chairs, and a fruit bowl on the counter.

A modern living room with dark wood flooring, a dark wood coffee table, and a sofa. There is a dining area with white chairs and a table. The kitchen has dark cabinets and a white countertop.

A modern interior with a geometric patterned ceiling, a seating area with patterned chairs, and a view of a brick wall and window.

3. Prince George Hotel

Downtown Halifax, 2.4 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Erin

AED 557

AED 654 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern lobby with two white sofas, a floor lamp, a fireplace, and a reception desk with a wooden backdrop.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table with flowers, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A wooden deck with a hot tub, indoor gym, and a large window.

4. Cambridge Suites Hotel

Downtown Halifax, 2.1 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Emily

AED 392

AED 461 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A grand lobby with a central round seating area, ornate ceiling, and a chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, elegant furniture, and a large television screen.

A grand lobby with a chandelier, wooden doors labeled "The Arms," and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A bar area with a marble countertop, multiple shelves of liquor bottles, and bar stools.

5. The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

Downtown Halifax, 2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Karen

AED 546

AED 642 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and a view of the water.

A waterfront hotel with a modern building and traditional architecture, featuring a dock and a clear view of the water.

A dining area with round tables, chairs, and a view of the water.

A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a bar area, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

6. Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

Downtown Halifax, 2.7 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Corinne

AED 680

AED 798 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A brick building with a sign for Haliburton House Inn, featuring a window with a planter of flowers.

A living room with a fireplace, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, and a bookshelf.

A formal dining room with a long table set for a meal, elegant chairs, and framed artwork on the walls.

A garden with a water feature, a stone wheel, and various plants.

7. The Halliburton

Downtown Halifax, 1.7 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Kathleen

AED 470

AED 552 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A loft-style living room with a brick wall, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A bedroom with a brick wall, a fireplace, a TV, a desk with a chair, a bed with a blanket, and a window with curtains.

A window view of a restaurant with outdoor seating, a sign reading 'ZAZA STONE,' and a blue curtain partially covering the window.

A row of three distinct buildings with numbered doors, each with a blue flower pot at the entrance.

8. Red George Inn and Suites

Downtown Halifax, 1.8 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Charles

AED 450

AED 529 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a sofa, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern building with a neon sign reading "moxy" above the entrance.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating, and lockers.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, seating, and a bar.

9. Moxy Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2.9 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Amolik

AED 464

AED 545 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A bar area with a counter, stools, and a variety of bottles.

A modern restaurant interior with a patterned wall, wooden tables, and beige chairs.

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

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a fireplace.

10. Four Points by Sheraton Halifax

Downtown Halifax, 2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Fred

AED 492

AED 577 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and round tables, a bar area, and a view of the kitchen in the background.

A lobby with a large geometric chandelier, a smaller hanging chandelier, and a wall with a blue abstract painting.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large abstract chandelier, and a sign indicating the Westin hotel.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

11. The Westin Nova Scotian

Downtown Halifax, 1.5 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Walter

AED 509

AED 598 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a bar stocked with bottles.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large plant.

An indoor swimming pool with a checkered floor pattern, lounge chairs, and a high ceiling with a truss structure.

A lobby with a sofa set, a coffee table, two potted plants, a fireplace, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

12. Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2.7 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Yvonne

AED 554

AED 651 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern living room with a curved sofa, a round coffee table, and a glass partition.

A restaurant with wooden tables, cushioned booths, and shelves with decorative items.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, a blue chandelier, and a geometric wall art piece.

13. The Hollis Halifax a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel

Downtown Halifax, 2.2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Anna M

AED 524

AED 615 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A reception area with a 'Welcome to the Sea Bound Coast' sign, a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A self-service kiosk area with a refrigerated beverage dispenser, a payment terminal, and shelves stocked with snacks and beverages.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, two yellow armchairs, a small table, and large windows with curtains.

A hotel swimming pool with a shallow area, lounge chairs, and exercise equipment.

14. Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2.8 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Benjamin

AED 438

AED 514 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a chair, a small table, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a red chair, a small table, and a large window offering a city view.

An outdoor seating area with a gray sofa and chairs, a round table, and striped cushions.

A historic building with a prominent arched entrance and a large window on the second floor.

15. Cameo Hotel and Suites

Downtown Halifax, 2.1 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

KEVIN

AED 377

AED 443 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A pink Victorian-style building with a central entrance, two side wings, and a symmetrical facade.

A hallway with patterned wallpaper, a wooden chair, a table with a vase, and a door leading to another room.

A dining area with a fireplace, a television mounted above the fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.

A hallway with patterned wallpaper, a wooden staircase, and an exit sign.

16. Garden South Park Inn

Downtown Halifax, 1.6 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Monika

AED 388

AED 455 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A deck with outdoor seating and a view of the water.

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

A modern hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a refrigerator stocked with bottles.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Jon

AED 546

AED 641 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Atlantica Hotel" sign, a corner location with a visible entrance, and a parking area with cars.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, white bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted circular light fixture.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

18. Atlantica Hotel Halifax

South End, 2.9 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Chantal

AED 503

AED 591 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern interior with a stone fireplace and a model sailboat mounted on the wall.

A hotel swimming pool area with lounge chairs, a seating area, and a pool with a safety ladder.

A spacious hotel lobby with a central fireplace, seating arrangements, and a modern chandelier.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Halifax-Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2.8 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

John

AED 599

AED 703 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A modern building with a glass facade and the name "GAHAN HOUSE" prominently displayed.

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a grill, and a view of modern buildings.

A hotel room with a sofa, a chair, a small table, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2.2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Carolyn

AED 550

AED 646 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Shakespeare by the Sea

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Muir, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Halifax	10.0 Exceptional 518 reviews	View
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax	9.6 Exceptional 2,329 reviews	View
Prince George Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,964 reviews	View
Cambridge Suites Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 2,852 reviews	View
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 2,724 reviews	View

Top Shakespeare by the Sea Hotel Reviews

Four Points by Sheraton Halifax

10/10 Excellent

"Room was great. Staff very nice. Car parking only a few paces from the foyer. Only complaint was one elevator was not working so that meant a longer wait for the remaining elevator."

The Barrington Hotel

8/10 Good

"A Very great place..always like to stay there"

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

10/10 Excellent

"Really might be the Best Place to stay in Halifax. Loved it."

Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Good location, overpriced but still comparable to others in the area."

Red George Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Such a charming and historic stay in the BEST part of Halifax! The owners made check-in very easy and were super accommodating. If you want to be close to all the attractions in Halifax while staying in one of the city's surviving historic buildings, check this place out! Free parking and sunny rooms is a plus. Thank you!"

Prince George Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were excellent Rooms clean Gio restaurant was best we ate at in Halifax"

The Hollis Halifax a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is in a great location for walking around Halifax. Our room was very spacious and housekeeping was great. Hot tub is very small and the showers were closed when we went in the evening."

Inglis Heritage: Cozy 2-BDRM near Waterfront

10/10 Excellent

"Pros: Great location and very clean Neg: no place to park and being a basement it smelled a little musty"

Timeless Comfort, Downtown Halifax Living

8/10 Good

"Clean room and great location!"

Other attractions near Shakespeare by the Sea

A park with a gravel path, tall trees, and a lake in the background.

Point Pleasant Park

9.0/10 (162 reviews)

Point Pleasant Park is just one of the places to see in Halifax, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

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A large brick building with the sign "Pier 21" and a clock.

Pier 21 National Historic Site

9.2/10 (39 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Pier 21 National Historic Site, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

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Park Place Theatre

Enjoy a show at Park Place Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

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Prince of Wales Tower

Find out about the history of Halifax when you spend time at Prince of Wales Tower. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

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Saint Mary's University Art Gallery

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Saint Mary's University Art Gallery during your travels in Halifax. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 during your travels in Halifax. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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Mary E. Black Gallery

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mary E. Black Gallery in Halifax. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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Shambhala Centre

Enjoy an outing to Shambhala Centre during your stay in Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Shakespeare by the Sea?

Shakespeare by the Sea is located in a historic area of Halifax known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 27 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Shakespeare by the Sea?

The Westin Nova Scotian is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Shakespeare by the Sea. Other good options within 5 miles include The Barrington Hotel and Cambridge Suites Hotel.

How many hotels will I find close to Shakespeare by the Sea?

Expedia has 27 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Shakespeare by the Sea.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Shakespeare by the Sea, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Shakespeare by the Sea.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Shakespeare by the Sea?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Shakespeare by the Sea, click here.

What can I see and do near Shakespeare by the Sea?

Pier 21 National Historic Site, Discovery Centre, and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Point Pleasant Park, George's Island Lighthouse, and Nova Scotia Archives. You can watch performances at Rebecca Cohn Auditorium, Neptune Theatre, and Alderney Landing if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Shakespeare by the Sea?

With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around Shakespeare by the Sea is a breeze. If you're hopping a train into the city, Halifax Station is the closest station to South End. You can learn about options for water transportation at the local port.

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Our top choices for Shakespeare by the Sea hotels

1. Muir, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Halifax

2. The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

3. Prince George Hotel

4. Cambridge Suites Hotel

5. The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

6. Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

7. The Halliburton

8. Red George Inn and Suites

9. Moxy Halifax Downtown

10. Four Points by Sheraton Halifax

11. The Westin Nova Scotian

12. Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown

13. The Hollis Halifax a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel

14. Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax Downtown

15. Cameo Hotel and Suites

16. Garden South Park Inn

17. Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Downtown

18. Atlantica Hotel Halifax

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Halifax-Downtown

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Halifax Downtown

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Top Shakespeare by the Sea Hotel Reviews

Four Points by Sheraton Halifax

The Barrington Hotel

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown

Red George Inn and Suites

Prince George Hotel

The Hollis Halifax a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel

Inglis Heritage: Cozy 2-BDRM near Waterfront

Timeless Comfort, Downtown Halifax Living

Other attractions near Shakespeare by the Sea

Point Pleasant Park

Pier 21 National Historic Site

Park Place Theatre

Prince of Wales Tower

Saint Mary's University Art Gallery

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

Mary E. Black Gallery

Shambhala Centre

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