Melville Cove Travel Guide
Halifax
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Popular places to visit
Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
Browse personal items that survived the Titanic, enjoy dinner with a sea view and shop in the lively market along this scenic walkway.
Dalhousie University
Explore the campus of Dalhousie University as part of your travels around Halifax. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Scotiabank Centre
Catch an event at Scotiabank Centre during your trip to Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Halifax Citadel
You can study the exhibits at Halifax Citadel, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Halifax. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Casino Nova Scotia
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Casino Nova Scotia during your time in Halifax? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Halifax Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Halifax Convention Centre during your trip to Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Things to do
Halifax Premium Driving Tour: Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery
Half-Day Historical Tour of Halifax
Halifax Small Peggy’s Cove Express
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Annapolis Valley
Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Top hotels in Melville Cove
The Barrington Hotel
I appreciate this is an aging hotel and it's been 5 years since I stayed here previously but absolutely nothing has been done and it was showing it's age 5 years ago. There is a reason why the hotel was de-branded by Delta. On a positive note the location is great and I HOPE they do re-invest this ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
HFX Airport Hotel
Breakfast menu is not as good as it used to be. Juices appear to be watered down a bit. Very basic. Disappointed that channels available are not varied. For instance I watch Ian Hanomansing on cbc every night. Canadian channel was not on the tv. There were some cbc channels but not the national. ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites
The hotel was lovely. The rooms are small with not a lot of room to relax or use the desk provided. The showers are small and water leaked everywhere. The bathroom shelf was tilted so things kept falling off. The service was incredible. I did like the experience of staying in a historical, beautiful ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Cambridge Suites Hotel
Everything is good
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hearthstone Inn Boutique Hotel Halifax - Dartmouth
Free parking and breakfast was included. Not a cold continental but a hot breakfast, very nice.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
Nespresso was very nice with theadditi
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Melville Cove
Armview
Armview might not have many top sights, but Sir Sandford Fleming Park and Chocolate Lake Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Cowie Hill
While Cowie Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chocolate Lake Beach and Mont Blanc Anchor Site.
Westmount
While there might not be top attractions in Westmount, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Halifax Shopping Centre and Chocolate Lake Beach.
Fairmount
Fairmount might not have many top sights, but Chocolate Lake Beach and Halifax Shopping Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
North End
You'll enjoy the bars and live music in North End. You might want to make time for a stop at Shakespeare by the Sea or Maritime Command Museum.
South End
South End is beloved for its captivating waterfront views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Nova Scotia Archives and Rebecca Cohn Auditorium.
