The Barrington Hotel 3*
Main amenities
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Wi-Fi
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24-hour services
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Express check-in/ -out
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness/Gym
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On-site Dining
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Meeting facilities
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Child-friendly
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Air conditioning
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Pets
Location
Offering a casino, a sauna, and a game area, the 3-star The Barrington Hotel Halifax is conveniently located a 17-minute walk from the interesting Museum of Natural History. Boasting a fitness centre, the hotel is in the very heart of the city, just near the briny Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.
This comfortable hotel in South End where a long boardwalk is dotted with shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market is 2.1 km from the suspension Angus L. MacDonald Bridge and within a 300-metre distance of such shopping venues as Harbourside Market. The large museum "Art Gallery of Nova Scotia" is within 5 minutes' walk of The Barrington, while Point Pleasant Park is 3 km away. Visit Griffin's Pond, 1.1 km from the property, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Canada. Cultural experiences in the area feature the historic Old Burying Ground Cemetery, situated not far from this Halifax hotel. 6773 - Gottingen St After Cogswell St bus stop is at a distance of 550 metres from The Barrington Halifax.
The modern property features 200 rooms with tea/coffee making equipment, and such comforts as air conditioning. Bathrooms, fitted with a separate toilet and shower/tub combinations, also provide guests with hairdryers and towels.
The Barrington Hotel offers the American restaurant serving American specialities. Gastronomic options include a lounge bar. Serving Canadian specialities, Tempo Food + Drink is 5 minutes' walk away.
Review by hotel critic
As a landscape photographer with a love for tranquil and scenic environments, I found the Barrington Hotel in downtown Halifax to be a solid choice for our corporate retreat. Its good location, mere steps from the harbour and various restaurants, suited our team's need for accessibility and a bit of local exploration during downtime. We primarily utilized one of the seven event venues for our strategy sessions. The adaptable spaces easily accommodated our needs, whether for a focused breakfast meeting or an extensive training seminar. The presence of experienced planners ensured a seamless experience, allowing our team to concentrate on our agenda. While we didn't partake in the breakfast offerings, I appreciated the convenience of on-site dining and the attentive staff in the Tempo restaurant. Each member of the housekeeping team was helpful in keeping our environment conducive for work. The Barrington proved to be a reliable haven for business travelers, with essential amenities supporting a productive and comfortable stay.
Important information
- Children and extra beds
- Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
