Melville Cove Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Browse personal items that survived the Titanic, enjoy dinner with a sea view and shop in the lively market along this scenic walkway.

Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
Point Pleasant Park showing general coastal views, a park and landscape views

St. Mary's University

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy the student vibe at St. Mary's University as part of your travels around Halifax. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

St. Mary's University
Mount Saint Vincent University

Mount Saint Vincent University

Enjoy the student vibe at Mount Saint Vincent University during your stay in Halifax. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Mount Saint Vincent University
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic which includes a playground as well as a large group of people

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Climb aboard a century-old ship and discover Atlantic Canada’s seafaring tales and maritime heritage at this harborfront museum.

Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
Museum of Natural History

Museum of Natural History

Immerse yourself in Nova Scotia’s impressive biodiversity and history and say hello to Gus, Halifax’s favorite tortoise.

Museum of Natural History
Point Pleasant Park

Point Pleasant Park

Discover forest trails, harbor views, wartime heritage and Shakespeare at this peninsula park that sees the forest meet the Atlantic Ocean.

Point Pleasant Park

Activities

The Best of Halifax Tour with Peggy's Cove

Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove

NZ$156
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Best of Halifax Tour + Peggy's Cove
Peggy's cove

Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour

NZ$193
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove, Lunenburg and Titanic Cemetery Full Day Tour
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax

NZ$126
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Peggy's Cove Express from Halifax
Old Town Lunenburg

Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore

NZ$211
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour of Nova Scotia's South Shore
Halifax Walking Food Tour

Halifax Walking Food Tour

NZ$223
per adult
Halifax Walking Food Tour
2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax

2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax

NZ$180
per adult
2 Hour Fishing Experience in Halifax
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Our pick of the best Melville Cove Hotel Deals

Cambridge Suites Hotel
Cambridge Suites Hotel
3 out of 5
1583 Brunswick St, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$284 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$284
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,940 reviews)
"My partner and I loved pur stay there, the location so ideal, our suite so practical and the breakfast option included daily so convenient. The only thing we didn't enjoy was how thick the pillows on the bed were."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Cambridge Suites Hotel
HFX Airport Hotel
HFX Airport Hotel
2.5 out of 5
60 Sky Blvd, Goffs, Goffs, NS
The price is NZ$255 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$255
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Goffs. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,159 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

HFX Airport Hotel
The Barrington Hotel
The Barrington Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$330 per night from 2 July to 3 July
NZ$330
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (4,173 reviews)
"Quiet, older hotel. Yes, it’s dated, but it was clean and comfortable. The bed was really comfy. Our room was large and not stuffed full of furniture. You could even catch the 320 bus from the airport, it drops you off 1/2 block from the hotel. You are really close to the Waterfront, and close to ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

The Barrington Hotel
Moxy Halifax Downtown
Moxy Halifax Downtown
3.5 out of 5
5417 COGSWELL STREET, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$344 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$344
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (599 reviews)
"Great location and great property. Family, couple and friend trip friendly."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Moxy Halifax Downtown
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
3 out of 5
973 Wilkinson Ave, Dartmouth, NS
The price is NZ$207 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$207
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Dartmouth. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,309 reviews)
"Great stay! Pool and hot tub was nice! Glad there was parking."

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
5 out of 5
1700 Grafton Street, Halifax, NS
The price is NZ$460 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$460
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Halifax. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,683 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Sutton Place! The room was very clean, the bathroom was lovely and the robes are extremely comfortable!!"

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax
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Other neighbourhoods around Melville Cove

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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 Halifax Shopping Centre.

Cowie Hill
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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.

Armview
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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.

Westmount
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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.

Fairmount
Fairview Cemetery featuring a cemetery and a memorial

North End

4/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in North End. You might want to make time for a stop at Emera Oval or Cornwallis Street Baptist Church.

North End
Halifax Public Gardens which includes a garden and a pond

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.

South End

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