Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre

Photo gallery for Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Property preview
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe
Room amenity
Free daily full breakfast

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is NZ$257
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Explore the area

View map
250 St. Margaret's Bay Rd, Halifax, NS, B3N 1J4
  • Chocolate Lake Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Halifax Shopping Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Dalhousie University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View (Refrigerator & Microwave)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(96 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Lake View (Fireplace)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View (Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Lake View (Pet Friendly)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Lake View (Refrigerator)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator (Refrigerator)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Lake View (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View (Refrigerator & Microwave)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Halifax

A family-friendly stay in Halifax awaits you at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel. You'll be 4.8 km (3 mi) from Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Bayers Lake Business Park. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .The restaurant, Lakeside Bar & Grill, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a conference centre. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Halifax hotel include Dalhousie University and Scotiabank Centre.

What's nearby

  • Chocolate Lake Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Halifax Shopping Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dalhousie University - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Halifax Citadel - 5 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Halifax Station - 13 min drive
  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 5995 square feet (557 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A vending machine, an arcade/games room, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Halifax hotel is smoke free.

  • 142 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 5995 sq ft of conference space
  • 557 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1970
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel offers 142 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Halifax hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lakeside Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (5,995 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (71 centimetre high)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 9 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1970
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number STR2526T9042

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Best Western Chocolate
Best Western Chocolate Lake
Best Western Chocolate Lake Hotel
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Halifax
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel Halifax
Chocolate Lake
Chocolate Lake Best Western
Chocolate Lake Hotel
Best Western Halifax
BEST WESTERN PLUS Chocolate Lake Hotel Halifax, Nova Scotia
Halifax Best Western
BEST WESTERN PLUS Chocolate Lake Hotel Halifax Nova Scotia
Plus Chocolate Hotel Halifax
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel Halifax
Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel Hotel Halifax

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel?

Yep, Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel?

As of 23 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel on 19 Oct 2025 start from NZ$257.26, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel?

Yep, Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Chocolate Lake Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Does Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel have a pool?

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel has an indoor pool.

What makes Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel.

Is Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, an arcade and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, visitors highly rate the free full breakfast here! Served daily, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel?

No, Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 849 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 439 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 1520 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They should have a spare blanket in the cupboard
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bimal

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty standard rooms - they were very clean, as was the hotel itself. Room had a fridge and microwave. Staff were super friendly. Breakfast included - sign states it gets busy in the later morning. We went around 7:30, it's not too crowded and staff were attentive and kept everything available. Small bar area. I didn't eat in the restaurant - but food is served in the latter part of the day. There is a deck area with seating accessible through the bar/restaurant offering a beautiful view of Chocolate Lake. Half of the hotel rooms are lake facing. I'd recommend requesting. Walk to the harbor area is takes about an hour. Ubers were readily availalbe and cost around $14 to the closer harbor area. Didn't use - but there's also a gym which looked decent for a hotel of that size, a pool and a games room. Only negative comment is that one elevator wasn't working so the wait for the one working could take some time. It was a minor inconvenience. No hesitation in recommending.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilee

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was Great! The free breakfast was one of the best we’ve had!! All was clean and beautiful views from the hotel to the lake!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. The breakfast was really good and staff were aways so happy. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

asfuyh*

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great for our needs and breakfast was excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location. 15 minutes from downtown Halifax
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great except only 1 elevator working.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ray

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night, descent room, comfortable bed, not far from downtown Halifax within decent driving distance, quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dinelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No Penguins! Booo
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Nice view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kristijan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashlee

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The staff were great, the bed was very comfortable and clean and the room was pretty good. The bathroom could use better cleaning - cobwebs in the corners and there was a half used bar of soap in the shower, which was pretty gross. Otherwise it was fairly clean. The real draw to this hotel though is the waterfront. It's right on a lake with beautiful chairs overlooking the lake, picnic tables and a pergola. The restaurant overlooks the lake and there isn't a more beautiful place in the world to eat breakfast or drink morning coffee. The breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was similar to.many built a few decades ago. Modern, could use a few more outlets in rooms, clean, average breakfast, and most major amenities. Really liked yhe coffee maker in the lobby-had my daily cappuccino! Overall a positive experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHARON

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely to be by the lake and feel like being in the country in the middle of a busy city - Halifax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the lake. Clean hotel. Good breakfast. Plenty of parking on hotel property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

samar

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was located on a lake with lots of outside sitting areas, the food was excellent along with the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Caitlin

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was fine. One of the two elevators was down the entire week but that was only an issue during checkout. The rooms are clean, the breakfast is good, the staff are very polite. Great view of the lake. Convenient location to many areas of the HRM.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025