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

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 large potted plant, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

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

1. The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

Downtown Halifax, 2.3 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Lucy

AED 551

AED 653 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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 bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a wine rack.

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

2. Prince George Hotel

Downtown Halifax, 2.4 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Erin

AED 536

AED 629 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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

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

3. The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

Downtown Halifax, 2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Karen

AED 548

AED 644 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

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

A lobby with a wooden reception desk, a vase with flowers, a bookshelf, and a fireplace.

4. The Halliburton

Downtown Halifax, 1.7 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Rebecca

AED 472

AED 554 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

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 elevator entrance with a glass door, a sign reading 'CLUB', and a staircase leading to a lobby area.

5. Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

Downtown Halifax, 2.7 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Corinne

AED 682

AED 801 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 hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table with flowers, a TV, and a kitchenette.

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

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a lamp.

6. Cambridge Suites Hotel

Downtown Halifax, 2.1 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Emily

AED 407

AED 478 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

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.

7. Four Points by Sheraton Halifax

Downtown Halifax, 2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Fred

AED 444

AED 521 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large island with bar stools, a flat-screen TV, and stainless steel appliances.

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.

8. Red George Inn and Suites

Downtown Halifax, 1.8 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Karyn

AED 405

AED 475 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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

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

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

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

9. Moxy Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2.9 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Amolik

AED 439

AED 515 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 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 hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large abstract chandelier, and a sign indicating the Westin hotel.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, green upholstered chairs, a decorative chandelier, and a plant-filled shelving unit.

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

10. The Westin Nova Scotian

Downtown Halifax, 1.5 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Walter

AED 466

AED 547 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a large window with a view of the sea.

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

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

11. Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2.7 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Yvonne

AED 532

AED 625 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 bar area with a counter, hanging lights, and a large window.

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

12. The Hollis Halifax a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel

Downtown Halifax, 2.2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Anna M

AED 515

AED 605 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

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.

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

13. Garden South Park Inn

Downtown Halifax, 1.6 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Monika

AED 389

AED 457 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 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 hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand with lamps.

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

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

14. Atlantica Hotel Halifax

South End, 2.9 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Chantal

AED 534

AED 626 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A multi-story hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with a sign, a parking area, and a well-lit facade.

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

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

15. Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Jon

AED 548

AED 644 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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 hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television screen.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, a seating area, and a lifeguard stand.

A hotel with multiple floors, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

16. Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2.8 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Benjamin

AED 439

AED 516 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 modern room with a large window, a red chair, a black floor lamp, and a painting on the wall.

17. Cameo Hotel and Suites

Downtown Halifax, 2.1 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Cam

AED 378

AED 444 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, a modern sofa, and a large mirror.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a brick facade and large windows.

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.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Halifax-Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2.8 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

John

AED 553

AED 649 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A reception area with two reception desks, a large window with a view of a bridge, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

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

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

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Halifax Downtown

Downtown Halifax, 2.2 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Carolyn

AED 541

AED 635 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the ceiling, tiled floor, and a poolside area with chairs and potted plants.

A modern indoor space with a glass wall, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a potted plant.

A bar area with a menu, bar stools, and seating with cushions.

A hotel reception area with three reception desks, a large abstract painting on the wall, and a potted plant.

20. The Barrington Hotel

Downtown Halifax, 2.6 km from Shakespeare by the Sea

Azhar

AED 422

AED 496 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Shakespeare by the Sea

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax	9.6 Exceptional 2,327 reviews	View
Prince George Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,970 reviews	View
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 2,718 reviews	View
The Halliburton	9.2 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,205 reviews	View

Top Shakespeare by the Sea Hotel Reviews

Prince George Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff, daily refresh, and they happily held our bags post check out so we were not toting them around."

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel with lovely amenities right on the boardwalk, which is super convenient for little shops and restaurants."

Red George Inn and Suites

8/10 Good

"Unique room. The low battery for the smoke detectors was beeping all night outside room in hallway. Kept us up all night. I read this happened to others, so that was a bit disappointing. Great location to boardwalk downtown Halifax."

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!"

Stylish Living at Inglis Heritage

10/10 Excellent

"In perfect walking distance to downtown, the grocery, the waterfront. Plenty of parking. My cat’s litter box fit well in the bathroom and wasn’t in the way (big plus). I felt safe being there alone. I’d stay there again! 10/10"

Beautiful 3-bedroom house in Halifax Downtown perfect for relaxing stays

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and nicely decorated home with a kitchen that was full of all the cooking elements needed for a long stay. Three comfortable beds. Great location that is an easy walk to the harbour boardwalk."

Inglis Heritage, Cozy 2-BDRM near Waterfront

10/10 Excellent

"The only disappoint was the poor parking options. We would have gladly paid for parking if we knew where to go."

Modern Amenities, Historic Charm, 4-Bdrm Retreat

8/10 Good

"Location is excellent! Close to good food, the water front and tourist attractions. The accommodations themselves have a lot to be desired. The apartment wasn't clean, there were burn marks on the couch and cuchions, and washroom shower drain required plunging to drain.There is also no designated parking, however we found a street nearby the gas station which allowed us to park the vehicle for the entire stay."

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?

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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. The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax

2. Prince George Hotel

3. The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

4. The Halliburton

5. Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

6. Cambridge Suites Hotel

7. Four Points by Sheraton Halifax

8. Red George Inn and Suites

9. Moxy Halifax Downtown

10. The Westin Nova Scotian

11. Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Halifax Downtown

12. The Hollis Halifax a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel

13. Garden South Park Inn

14. Atlantica Hotel Halifax

15. Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Downtown

16. Hampton Inn by Hilton Halifax Downtown

17. Cameo Hotel and Suites

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Halifax-Downtown

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Halifax Downtown

20. The Barrington Hotel

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Top Shakespeare by the Sea Hotel Reviews

Prince George Hotel

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

Red George Inn and Suites

Inglis Heritage: Cozy 2-BDRM near Waterfront

Timeless Comfort, Downtown Halifax Living

Stylish Living at Inglis Heritage

Beautiful 3-bedroom house in Halifax Downtown perfect for relaxing stays

Inglis Heritage, Cozy 2-BDRM near Waterfront

Modern Amenities, Historic Charm, 4-Bdrm Retreat

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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