My ItineraryHalifax Hostel
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Address
HI - Halifax
1253 Barrington St
B3J 1Y3 Halifax
Canada
Tel. 1-902-4223863
Fax. 1-902-4220116
hfxhostel@ns.sympatico.ca
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Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews HI - Halifax
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13 May 2012 Jill, Scotland
Staff were very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Thanks guys! :-)
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20 Apr 2012 Claire, Canada
Very much enjoyed ourselves. Many thanks for your hospitality and helpfulness. Appreciated having a laundry available.We could walk everywhere! We can't wait to get back!!
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16 Apr 2012 David, England & Wales
I shall stay again when next in Halifax.
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15 Feb 2012 David, Canada
This is one of the best, if not THE best, hostel I've ever stayed in. I've only ever stayed in a couple of different hostels in North America, but I've stayed in hostels all over Europe and this one is exceptional. Thanks again to H.I. Halifax! David Cullen
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01 Jan 2012 Andrew, Canada
It was a good experience overall.
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01 Nov 2011 Pascal, Switzerland
Thank you very much! =)
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26 Sep 2011 Linley, Australia
A really good hostel
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09 Sep 2011 Robin, Scotland
All-in-all, excellent. No grounds at all for criticism.
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29 Aug 2011 Christine, New Zealand
Our room was up the stairs from the laundry and got very hot at times!
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22 Aug 2011 Bonnie, USA
Washing machines are in basement level as was my dorm room. BUT I had to climb up to street level and go down again. Their is a hallway but it needs repair. Not good for seniors or disabled.Very close to bay walk and eateries
Hostel Overview
The Heritage House hostel is located in downtown Halifax, just 200m from the bus and train stations, so getting here is easy!! And remember that the Airport Shuttle will drop you at the door and pick you up at the Westin - aslo 200m away! Halifax, founded in 1749, to establish British strength in North America has much history and culture, including a cool, summer Jazz Festival, a funky Busker's Festival, the International Tattoo, and the Titanic Graveyard. The hostel is close to the city's best music and pubs, and a pleasant 10 minute stroll from the Harbour Front/Boardwalk and some of the best seafood you'll enjoy in Canada!! And if it's cooking for yourself that you choose we have a large, well equipped, self catered kitchen.The weekend Farmer's Market, an asian food speciality shop as well as various large grocery stores are all within a short walk's distance. And remember that your hi card will get you discounts at several nearby local restaurants.
Our newly painted 160 year old heritage building is clean and safe and exudes a great vibe. Our private/family rooms, dorm rooms all include linen in the cost PLEASE LEAVE YOUR SLEEPING BAGS AT HOME. There are coin operated internet kiosks as well as laundry for your convenience.
On summer time we host a great Wednesday Pub Crawl, on Fridays we provide a convenient and affordable BBQ and surprise you with a cheap pancake breakfast three times a week. Jam nights, frisbee nights, great Sunday night Blues Jam and Wednesday night karoke just 2 doors down - there is a lot to like!!The hostel is a great base from which to explore the rest of the Maritimes. Heritage Hostel is where you want to be!!
We also provide two internet kiosks for a charge and free wireless access for our guests. We hope that we see you soon.
Members: $30.00 Non-Members: $35.00 Privates From: $57.00
24h cancellation policy
Hello everyone,
HI Halifax is starting monthly rent again in November this year.
We charge for
shared bedroom with shared bathroom $400 + tax single bedroom with shared bahtroom $450 + tax single bedroom with ensuite $500 + tax
if you are interested just give us a call 902-422-3863
Hostel bed capacity
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Opening times
Opening times (daily/weekly):
Winter Hours: November 1 to June 1 - 7:30am to 12am
Summer Hours: June 1 to October 31 - 7:30am to 1am
Open Year Round!
Closed: Christmas Day, December 25
Opening times (over the year):
Open Year Round
Map & Directions
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | 200m from the Acadia Bus Lines Station on Barrington Street |
| Metro: | The metro city bus system is available out the front door of the hostel |
| Parking: | There is only street parking available at the hostel The cost is $1.00/40 min. from 8am to 6pm. From 6pm to 8am, the street parking is free Saturday and Sunday street parking is free There is also limited underground parking for $5.00/night |
| Location: | City Centre location, nr corner of Barrington & South |
| Rail: | 200m Via Rail Station |
| Airport: | The Halifax International Airport is 32 km from downtown Halifax. That’s a long walk with a heavy pack! Here are your best options: Airporter Shuttle// 902.873.2091 Runs daily from downtown Halifax to our International airport. Departures from the airport to downtown begin at 4.45 am and are scheduled at various intervals until the last departure at 12.30am. The best drop off location is at the Westin Hotel on Hollis Street, 200m from our hostel! Pickups from the Westin Hotel to the airport begin at 4.45am, with the last shuttle leaving for the airport at 8.00pm A one way fare will cost $21.00 total. Children under 10 years old are free when traveling with an adult. |
Attractions & Facilities
Attractions
 | Museums/art galleries nearby | | City centre location |
| Historical sites nearby | | River/harbour/lake nearby |
| Hiking area | | Main attractions nearby |
| Swimming pool at or near hostel | | Nightlife nearby |
| Forested/wooded area | | Restaurants nearby |
| Shopping centre/market nearby | | Hostel with a difference |
| Winter sports | | Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in HI - Halifax |
Facilities
 | Discounts and concessions available |  | Family rooms available |
 | TV room |  | Self-catering kitchen |
 | Groups welcome |  | Common room(s) |
 | Sheets in price |  | Travel/Tour bureau |
 | Laundry facilities |  | Internet access |
 | Credit card accepted |  | Individual traveller welcome |
 | Luggage Store |  | Lockers available |
 | Non smoking room/area |  | Basic store available at or near the hostel |
 | Sports |  | BBQ |