West End Travel Guide
St. John's
Popular places to visit
Bowring Park
Bowring Park is just one of the places to see in St. John's, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
George Street
Enjoy nights of singing, drinking, dancing and live music at the party capital of downtown St. John’s, two blocks of clubs and bars.
The Rooms
Browse the work of talented artists and dive into thousands of years of history at the largest cultural center in Newfoundland.
Port of St. John's
Explore the waterfront in St. John's with a trip to Port of St. John's. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Cape Spear Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of St. John's with a stop at Cape Spear Lighthouse. Visit the shops and lively bars in this relaxing area.
Signal Hill National Historic Site
Retrace historic moments of this landmark hill, the site of wartime defenses and where the first transatlantic wireless signal was received.
Things to do
Historic St. John's Newfoundland and Cape Spear Tour
Top hotels in West End
Leaside Manor by The Leaside Group
"Good location, interesting and characterful property, good breakfast, served on a large communal table which was great for helping residents chat and share travel tips! Humpback whales seen by us on the shoreside less than a hour away from the hotel"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites
"We spent 5 nights total at the hotel. The 2nd night, our room or bathroom wasn't cleaned (we had to connect with the front desk for refills on body wash and conditioner, as well as toilet paper). The 3rd night, our room was half cleaned (only 1 of 2 beds were made). The 4th night, my child was playing ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton St. John's Airport
"Everything was great. Got in late because of a cancelled flight due to fog and wind. We received help from the front desk with dining and Hester helped us with travel instructions in the morning."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Jag Boutique Hotel
"Room was clean. Staff were friendly. Mojo Bar is great, good drinks, rocknroll vibe. We were travelling as a group and wanted rooms together which we didn’t get. Some of the room layouts have the bathroom door opening right into the bed and has a motion light that is triggered by movement from the ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Sandman Signature St. John's Hotel
"My favorite place to stay"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre by IHG
"The room’s heater had chunks of dust, the pool was absolutely disgusting. My two year old put her hand in someone’s phlegm they spit on the side of the pool, which had a ring of dirt at the water line. The floor looked like it was mopped with a dirty bathroom mop because there were small hairs and ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West End
Waterford Valley
While Waterford Valley isn't home to many top sights, Village Shopping Centre and Deadman's Bay Path Trailhead are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mundy Pond
Though Mundy Pond may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Avalon Mall and Village Shopping Centre.
Kenmount East
While there might not be top attractions in Kenmount East, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Avalon Mall and Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden.
Kenmount West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kenmount West and surrounding area, you can visit Avalon Mall and Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden.
Central
While Central isn't home to many top sights, Mary Brown's Centre and George Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
Rabbittown
When in Rabbittown, you can plan a visit to The Rooms and Mary Brown's Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
