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Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel

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

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Exterior
Lobby
Property amenity
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View (Refrigerator & Microwave)
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May

Explore the area

Map
250 St. Margaret's Bay Rd, Halifax, NS, B3N 1J4
  • Chocolate Lake Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Halifax Shopping Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Dalhousie University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Lake View (Fireplace)

Lake view

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

Highlights

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

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

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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

Highlights

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

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

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator, Lake View (Refrigerator)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator (Refrigerator)

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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

Lake view

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave | Private kitchen

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

Highlights

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

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About the area

Halifax

A family-friendly stay in Halifax awaits you at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre. 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 Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk and Dalhousie University.

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪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, microwaves and coffee/tea makers 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.

Languages

English, French

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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

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • 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

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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 10 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel on 11 May 2025 start from NZ$240.93, 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. 755 out of 1390 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 412 out of 1390 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1390 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1390 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1390 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dana, Sable River

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, great friendly staff, delicious dinner and good breakfast. Price was good also.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We travelled for medical.appts and the hotel was great. Comfortable bed and the restaurant was really good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Lovers at chocolate lake

It was a nice room. Obviously it's an older hotel, but it's very well kept. The heating / AC could have been a little more powerful. But other than that we had an amazing time. And the buffet breakfast was 100% worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convienent;
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family, Business traveller
We love the arcade games
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Check in was made easy and fast!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good spot and fast service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. No issues
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was a mix-up with my original booking with Expedia and the receptionist, Cullen provided excellent customer service. She was friendly, professional and sorted out my issue quickly and efficiently.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Auly

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Customer service. Location is easily accessible. The ambience is relaxing and luxurious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jaime

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Hope

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sharne

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is very helpful & kind.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gustavo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the lake view
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Parking sucks.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Britney

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Aytac

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I didn't like the room we stayed in. we checked in so late around 10 pm didn't pay attention the same night but realized the smell of the room was so bad besides room was so cold we tried to work the heat did not work and heat was so noisy that my husband couldn't sleep with the noiseroom was too cold with two young children and it had such weird funny smell because we thought only one more night we could handle the smell but was not worth the money and two pillows had hair I was not happy to over all breakfast was ok but make sure to check the room and the beds before check in
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela F, W Henrietta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 8 nights during Christmas holiday. Friendly staff great breakfast. Clean comfortable rooms. Beautiful grounds
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

SANDEEP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024