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Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

250 St. Margarets Bay Rd., Halifax, B3N 1J4, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Business center

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

Welcome to a friendly 3-star stay in Halifax, Nova Scotia, at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel. Located about 2.3mi from the city center, this hotel blends comfort with a touch of local charm and offers breakfast to help start busy days.

Featured amenities include pet-friendly accommodations (free), an on-site restaurant, and an indoor swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi, private on-site parking, and a fitness center add convenience, along with a 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, wheelchair accessibility, a kitchenette, and an elevator. Outdoor spaces like a terrace and garden await, with additional options such as meeting/banquet facilities (extra charges) and an on-site bar.

Located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, the address is 250 St. Margarets Bay Rd. The property has attracted 1,249 reviews. Minimum price starts from $94 per night.

Inside, a heated indoor pool invites a relaxing dip after a day of exploring Halifax, followed by American-style bites at Lakeside Bar & Grill. Outdoor spaces include a Terrace and a Garden, perfect for enjoying fresh air between sights. For events, meeting and banquet facilities are available (extra charges apply), while a 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi, and private on-site parking add ease. Fitness enthusiasts can stay active in the on-site gym, and pets are welcome on request with no extra charges.

Room choices range from standard Queen and King rooms to more expansive options like Deluxe Suite, Lake View and Suite, Lake View, Bathtub. Several rooms offer lake views, including Twin Room, Lake View and Grand, 2 Queen, Lake View. Pet-friendly selections such as King Room, Pets Allowed, and Room - 2 Queen, Lake View, Pets Allowed ensure furry companions are welcome. Most rooms are non-smoking, reflecting a focus on comfort and convenience for every traveler.

Located at 250 St. Margarets Bay Rd in Halifax, about 2.3mi from the city center, this stay is easy to reach for city exploring. Payment options include JCB, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club, and Discover, with cash not accepted. The setting combines on-site amenities with a convenient address for a balanced trip.

Closest airports

Halifax Stanfield International Airport

17.8mi

Most popular amenities

Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Business center

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Kitchenette

Elevator

Picnic area

Garden

Free toiletries

Rooms

Queen Suite in Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

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Suite, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

300 sqft

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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Lake View in Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

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Room - 2 Queen, Lake View

2 Queen Size Beds

270 sqft

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King Room - Pet-Friendly/Non-Smoking in Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

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King Room, Pets Allowed

1 King Size Bed

270 sqft

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Free toiletries

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King Suite with Lake View in Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

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1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

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One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds in Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

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Suite, 2 Queen Size Beds

2 Queen Size Beds

300 sqft

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King Room in Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

270 sqft

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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Pet-Friendly/Non-Smoking in Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

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Room - 2 Queen, Pets Allowed

2 Queen Size Beds

270 sqft

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Free toiletries

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King Suite with Sofa Bed - Non-Smoking in Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

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Suite, King Size, Sofa

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Microwave

Refrigerator

Free toiletries

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King Room with Lake View in Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

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King Room, Lake View

1 King Size Bed

270 sqft

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Queen Room with Roll-in Shower in Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

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Queen Room, Accessible

1 Queen Size Bed

205 sqft

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Queen Room with Two Queen Beds in Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

270 sqft

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Suite, Lake View, Sofa, Fireplace

1 King Size Bed

1 Sofa Bed

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Guest reviews

8.1

1,150 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Featured reviews:

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Anonymous

8.2

June 2025

The breakfast was excellent- hats off to you for such a lovely breakfast included with room rate. We will definetely stay here again. You upgraded my room which i really apprecitated, it was lovely. Didn't love the location but we only went for a wedding close by so it was fine.

Pillows on bed were not great too soft went flat. Asked for early check in if possible. Didn't mind so much it wasn't ready by checkin time but we had to wait in the lobby for 1 1/2 hour after that- was too long a wait. I suggest if that happens you extend checkout by same amount of time guests would appreciate that.

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Anonymous

9.1

June 2025

Your facility seems to be in excellent shape still. We stayed at your hotel several years ago and liked the location so we decided to try you again. We sure weren't disappointed as everything looks to be functioning right along. Your breakfast room is great as are your selections for food as they change a little every day. We had a little glitch on arrival as the clerk couldn't find our reservation but her supervisor came over and got everything straightened out. All your staff were pleasant to deal with and on a nice sunny day it is just great to lounge out back in one of your lawn chairs and chill out. Thanks again for helping us have a very pleasant stay. Keep up the good work.

Only the fact that your one elevator was down but that didn't put a crimp into our plans period.

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Chris

8.2

April 2025

room upgrade overlooking lake , good breakfast and dining room , and location perfect for our stay

The only thing that was inconvenient was the bathroom sink , the drain stopper was broke and couldn't drain the sink . the sink was unusable for the first night and Maintenance couldn't fix until the next day . the next night after maintenance repaired , they didn't check their work as it still was not working properly . no compensation , we stayed 2 nights and they advertised $50.00 gift card for 2 nights stay ,which we didn't get or they didn't offer ???

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Christina

9.1

September 2024

The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The building was well maintained. Breakfast was at a great time and a great value. The pool was very clean albeit a bit on the cooler side. My kids loved playing the vintage arcade games like pac man and street fighter. The views were beautiful and it was lovely to be able to sit by the lake. We did not swim but we saw multiple people going in for a swim or a ride on a paddle board. The showers were very hot and the water pressure was a waterfall! Bed were comfy. Our room had a microwave and a refrigerator with a very small freezer.

We were put in a pet friendly room and you could definitely tell by the smell, so if that's an issue for you then I would be sure to let them know you do not want a pet friendly room. It's great that they allow pets and for anyone traveling with an animal this would be a great option. The rooms seemed to be well sound proof as I didn't hear much from the other rooms. The outside door did not lock as stated at night and there were no cameras for security. The area did not seem to be a high crime area but something to keep in mind. There also was a lot of trash left on the grounds but that seems to be an issue throughout Halifax.

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Erin

8.2

March 2025

The room was spacious and clean and the beds are super comfortable. Great place to stay with a family, we always enjoy the retro arcade and the pool. The breakfast is top notch!

We ordered supper from the restaurant and had to wait quite a long time for it to be ready. We were called to say it was ready, when it wasn’t and had to wait around 15 more minutes. When we got the food it wasn’t even warm, as though it was waiting for a while for us to come get it. It tasted good, but we were disappointed in the service and likely won’t order from there again.

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Victor

8.2

August 2024

The hotel employees were so friendly and nice, especially the cleaning staff. The breakfast was superb - excellent food, tons of food choices, lineups moved quickly and serving dishes were replenished quickly and efficiently, right up to the last minute of breakfast hours.

The only negatives were: 1) our bathroom door was rubbing (the floor transition, I think), making it hard to open and close (plus, it was noisy) 2) my daughter stepped on a safety pin on the floor that pricked her foot, but it wasn't ours, so we could only assume it was left on the floor 3) the window was obscured. Seemed like it was dirty outside or almost like window tint that bubbles up

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Abdul

8.2

July 2024

The hotel is situated right next to a lake in a nice part of the city. The rooms are very comfortable and nice. The lake next door is a big plus for the view and for outdoor activities.The breakfast was excellent, with great variety- You also have the option of having the breakfast outside overlooking the lake and that was the highlight of my stay. Parking is available free of charge as well.

Although in a nice part of the city. it is not in or within walking distance of downtown or the sea. Will need to either have your own transportation or use Uber( which is surprisingly expensive in the city).

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Samantha

8.2

May 2024

Friendly staff, especially in the restaurant for breakfast & dinner. The food was great- breakfast had lots of selection, and was always stocked and fresh. Usually had eggs and some type of meat (bacon, sausage, ham) as well as fruit, yogurt, pancakes, bagels and bread, and little pastries and muffins. Coffee was also good. I recommend the BBQ bacon jam burger for dinner. There is also a nice lobby bar with great and affordable drinks. Rooms were clean, modern, and spacious. Good location close to downtown Halifax and about 30 mins from airport.

Hotel is a bit dated in certain areas, could use some refreshing. The gym had the basics, but the treadmill was not in great condition- made loud banging noises while walking on it even at low speed. Beds and pillows were kind of lumpy but bearable.

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Karen

8.2

November 2024

Good breakfast, lots of selection - hot and constantly refreshed. I ate at the Grill two nights, both meals were great, service excellent. The view over the lake was a pleasant surprise. Comfortable bed, great water pressure for a vigorous hot shower!

The weekend was busy, so breakfast was a bit more of a circus, but well handled by staff. Hot water temperature verges on dangerous - serious risk of scalding!

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Keith

8.2

February 2025

All but the bedding set up. Certainly, a pleasant, receptive staff and more than suitable room for our needs.

I did know the bedding would be so short and not cover me fully (I sleep with my shoulders covered whereas my wife does not so my negativism is not applicable to all). Later, I learned the covering bedding is tucked short at the end for some unknown reason. At my next hotel, I stretched it out and had a decent night's sleep.

Points of Interest Around Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

Attractions

Fairview Lawn Cemetery

1.4mi

Halifax Public Gardens

2.2mi

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

2.3mi

Halifax City Hall

2.5mi

St. Paul's Anglican Church

2.5mi

Province House

2.6mi

Government House

2.6mi

Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market

2.6mi

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

2.7mi

Alexander Keith's Brewery

2.7mi

Point Pleasant Park

2.7mi

Halifax Cruise Port

2.8mi

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

2.9mi

Old Town Clock

6.7mi

Peggy’s Cove

17.5mi

Restaurants

Lakeside Bar & Grill

Cuisines

  • American

Pools

Location

  • Indoor

Features

  • Heated

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Business center

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Parking On Site

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Kitchenette

Elevator

Picnic area

Garden

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax

Can I bring my pet to Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel in Halifax. They allow pets for free and there are no extra charges. However, it is important to note that pets are allowed on request, so make sure to inform the hotel in advance about your furry friend. Enjoy your stay with your pet!

When are the check-in and check-out times for Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax?

At Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax, we have arranged the check-in post 03:00 PM and the room should be vacated by 11:00 AM.

Can guests park for free at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax?

Yes, there is parking available at the Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax. The parking is free, private, and on-site. However, it is not possible to make parking reservations.

What's the nightly rate at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax?

Accommodations at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax can start from $94. Be aware, rates are influenced by room type and selected dates. Ensure to specify your stay dates for up-to-date pricing.

What types of rooms does Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax offer?

The Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel in Halifax offers a variety of room options. These include Queen Rooms with Two Queen Beds, King Rooms, Queen Suites, and King Suites with Lake Views. All rooms are non-smoking and have an occupancy of either 2 adults and 1 child or 4 adults and 3 children. The bed sizes range from Queen size to King size.

What are the main attractions at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax?

Guests at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities provided by the hotel. They can take a dip in the indoor swimming pool, which is available all year round and is heated for added comfort. For those looking to stay active, there is a fitness center where guests can work out and stay in shape. Additionally, the hotel offers evening entertainment for guests to enjoy during their stay.

When it comes to dining, guests can visit the on-site Lakeside Bar & Grill restaurant. This restaurant offers American cuisine, providing guests with delicious meals and a comfortable dining experience.

Overall, guests at the hotel have a range of leisure amenities to choose from, including swimming in the indoor pool, working out in the fitness center, and enjoying evening entertainment. The on-site restaurant, Lakeside Bar & Grill, offers a convenient option for delicious meals during their stay.

Does Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax have a pool for guests?

Yes, the hotel has a pool. The pool is indoors, heated, and only available for adults.

Is there an in-house restaurant at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax?

Yes, the Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax has a restaurant on site called Lakeside Bar & Grill. The restaurant serves American cuisine.

Does Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax accept credit cards?

Yes, Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel - Halifax does accept credit cards. However, cash payments are not accepted at this hotel. Accepted credit card options include Diners Club, Visa, American Express, JCB, Mastercard, and Discover.