Indoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews of The Barrington Hotel

3.5 out of 5
The Barrington Hotel
1875 Barrington St, Halifax, NS

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1219 out of 3089 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 970 out of 3089 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 473 out of 3089 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 262 out of 3089 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 165 out of 3089 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, close to all things
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gurpreet

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an excellent stay. The front staff was very helpful from check in to helping me plan my few days in Halifax. Rooms were a good size, neat and clean with all the needed amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 25, 2024
Dear Gurpreet,Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us on Expedia! We're delighted to hear that you had an excellent stay and found our front staff helpful throughout your visit. It's great to know that you appreciated the room size, cleanliness, and amenities.We look forward to welcoming you back to Halifax soon!Best regards,

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
I was informed by a staff member at the front desk about something when I went to check in. Second the room I had was so outdated and not nice. Stains on the bathroom floor and definitely did not look like the pictures that were posted. When I first walked in my room there was a weird smell. The lobby area is updated and nice. Hotel is in the right spot if walking to spots.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 25, 2024
Dear Jessica,Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced during your stay, particularly regarding the room condition and cleanliness. This does not meet our standards, and we are taking steps to address these concerns.We appreciate your comments and will work on improving these areas to ensure a better experience for our guests in the future.Best regards,

8/10 Good

Diwakar, Kitchener

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent old heritage style property. Good location . Friendly staff .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 25, 2024
Dear Diwakar,Thank you for your review on Expedia. We appreciate your kind words about our property's location and our friendly staff. We're pleased to hear that you had a positive experience with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was dated … but ok
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 25, 2024
Thank you for your feedback, James. We take your comments seriously at The Barrington Hotel and are committed to addressing them promptly to ensure a more satisfactory experience for all our guests.

6/10 Okay

Noreen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Parking not convenient, no hot tub, sans not working, rooms could use an update.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 25, 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Noreen. At The Barrington Hotel, we value your input and apologize for any inconvenience you experienced. We'll take your comments into consideration as we strive to enhance our amenities and update our rooms to better meet our guests' needs.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Eastport

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 25, 2024
Thank you for your glowing review, Nancy! We're delighted to hear you had a wonderful stay at The Barrington Hotel. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another exceptional experience in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 25, 2024
Thank you for your stellar review, Linda! We're thrilled to hear you had a fantastic experience at The Barrington Hotel. Your satisfaction is our utmost priority, and we're delighted to have met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable stay in the future.

8/10 Good

Fumiko

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 25, 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Fumiko. We're glad to hear you had a positive experience at The Barrington Hotel. Your input is valuable to us as we continuously strive to improve and provide the best possible service to our guests. We hope to have the opportunity to exceed your expectations on your next visit.

8/10 Good

Jeffery

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Window operator not properly secured. Hardwear falling out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 23, 2024
Thank you for staying with us and for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear about the issue with the window operator and hardware during your stay. Rest assured, we're addressing this promptly with our maintenance team to prevent any future occurrences.Your feedback is invaluable, and we hope it won't overshadow the rest of your stay. Should you choose to stay with us again, we're committed to providing you with an even better experience.If there's anything else we can assist you with, please don't hesitate to reach out.Best regards,

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, Halifax in may wasn’t overly chilly or too hot for anyone we came with. Awesome hotel and awesome restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 23, 2024
Dear Liam,Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing stay and enjoyed both the hotel and restaurant. We hope to welcome you back soon!Warm regards,

10/10 Excellent

bethany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and close to walk the water front
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 23, 2024
Dear Bethany,Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you found our location convenient for walking to the waterfront and that you had a comfortable stay.

4/10 Poor

james

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 23, 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent stay with us.We're disappointed to hear that your experience fell short of your expectations, and we apologize for any inconvenience you may have encountered during your time with us.Your feedback is valuable to us, and we will use it to identify areas for improvement to ensure a better experience for our guests in the future.If there are any specific issues you would like to address or if there's anything we can do to make it up to you, please feel free to let us know.We appreciate your honesty and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a more positive experience.Warm regards,

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Kim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located, fair rates & very clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 22, 2024
Hello Marie-Kim,Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our convenient location, fair rates, and cleanliness, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.Warm regards,

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Kim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In the heart of downtown Halifax, Will definitely go again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 22, 2024
Hello Marie-Kim,Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed our central location in downtown Halifax and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.Warm regards,

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 23, 2024
Thank you for the fantastic rating! We're thrilled to see that you had a flawless experience during your stay with us. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and it's wonderful to know that we met your expectations.If there's anything else we can do to make your next stay even more enjoyable, please don't hesitate to let us know. We can't wait to welcome you back for another perfect stay!Warm regards,

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 21, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our hotel and that our location met your expectations. Providing our guests with a comfortable and convenient experience is always our top priority.We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another memorable stay in the near future. If there's anything we can do to make your next visit even more enjoyable, please don't hesitate to let us know.Warm regards,

6/10 Okay

Matt

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 22, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback and for choosing to stay with us at Barrington Hotel.We appreciate your honest rating and the opportunity to improve our services. We regret that your experience did not meet your full expectations, and we would love to hear more about how we can enhance your stay in the future.Your satisfaction is incredibly important to us, and we are committed to addressing any areas of concern to ensure that all our guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay.Please feel free to reach out to us with any further feedback or suggestions you may have. We value your input and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a more satisfying experience at Barrington Hotel.Warm regards,

2/10 Terrible

Babak

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a good hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 21, 2024
We apologize that your recent stay at Barrington Hotel did not meet your expectations. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we're committed to making improvements. Please consider giving us another chance to provide you with a better experience in the future.Sincerely,

2/10 Terrible

Babak

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not a good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 21, 2024
We apologize that your recent stay at Barrington Hotel did not meet your expectations. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we're committed to making improvements. Please consider giving us another chance to provide you with a better experience in the future.Sincerely,

8/10 Good

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, great staff. Great central location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 21, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Barrington Hotel and found our staff to be great and our location convenient.Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and it motivates us to continue providing excellent service to all our guests. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for another wonderful stay.Warm regards,

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 21, 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent stay at Barrington Hotel. We're delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with us.If there's anything specific you think we could do to improve and earn that extra star next time, please don't hesitate to let us know.We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable stay in the future.Best regards,

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 22, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback and for choosing to stay with us at Barrington Hotel.We appreciate your honest rating and the opportunity to improve our services. We regret that your experience did not meet your full expectations, and we would love to hear more about how we can enhance your stay in the future.Your satisfaction is incredibly important to us, and we are committed to addressing any areas of concern to ensure that all our guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay.Please feel free to reach out to us with any further feedback or suggestions you may have. We value your input and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a more satisfying experience at Barrington Hotel.Warm regards,

10/10 Excellent

Brae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 22, 2024
Thank you so much for the fantastic rating! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience during your stay at Barrington Hotel.Your perfect score means the world to us, and we are delighted to know that you were completely satisfied with your time here. Providing exceptional service and comfort to our guests is our top priority, and we're thrilled to hear that we succeeded in meeting your expectations.If there's anything else we can do to make your next stay even more enjoyable, please don't hesitate to let us know. We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic stay at Barrington Hotel.Warm regards,

8/10 Good

Armand, Surrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great customer service.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 20, 2024
Hi Armand,Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience with our customer service. Your feedback is truly appreciated, and we'll be sure to share your positive comments with our team.We look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip!Best regards,

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful and I wS able to have a wonderful nights sleep.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 20, 2024
Hi Jim,Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that our staff made your stay pleasant and that you had a restful night's sleep. Your positive feedback means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience.Best regards,

10/10 Excellent

ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 20, 2024
Thank you greatly for your exceptional rating Ken!

6/10 Okay

Courteney

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room had strong odour
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 19, 2024
Hello Courteney,Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear about the odour in your room and will address this issue promptly to ensure a more pleasant experience for our future guests.Warm regards

4/10 Poor

kerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The parking at Scotia Square is terrible. Not convenient with leaving parkade. The room is not made up every day. Had to call for fresh towels each day. Rooms are dated
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 19, 2024
Hello Kerry,Thank you for sharing your concerns. We're sorry to hear about the issues with parking, housekeeping, and room condition. Your feedback is valuable, and we will work on improving these areas to enhance our guests' experience.Warm regards,

6/10 Okay

Brad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The place is pretty dated as it’s really old. That being said- The manager and staff were great- fixed any issues we had.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 21, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on your recent stay at Barrington Hotel. We appreciate your candid comments and are glad to hear that our staff, especially our manager, was able to address any issues promptly and provide you with great service.Your feedback serves as a valuable tool for us to identify areas for improvement, and we will take your comments into consideration as we continue to make enhancements to our hotel.We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with an even better experience.Warm regards,

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in the heart of downtown Halifax. Connected to many nearby properties with pedways. Nicely appointed rooms, if not a tad outdated decor (which actually gave the room some character IMO). Spacious bathroom. Wasn't overwhelmingly noisy (weekday stay; not sure what weekend would be like). Handy bar fridge, microwave and coffee maker in room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 20, 2024
Hi John,Thank you for your fantastic review! We're glad you enjoyed our excellent location and the convenience of the pedways. We hope to welcome you back soon, whether it's during the week or over a weekend .Best regards,

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, New Tecumseth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, cozy. Good spot, close to resturants, entertainment areas and harbour.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only downfall with this Hotel is the guest parking, it really should be revisited, it's very inconvenient. 4☆☆☆☆
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 17, 2024
Dear Brian,Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for giving us a 4-star rating. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay overall. We apologize for any inconvenience you experienced with our guest parking. Your comments are very important to us, and we will certainly take them into consideration as we strive to improve our services. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience.Best regards,

8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 17, 2024
Dear Bernard,Thank you for your review and for giving us a 4 out of 5 rating. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you had a good stay with us. If there's anything specific you think we could improve, please let us know. We always strive to enhance our guests' experiences and your insights are invaluable.We hope to welcome you back soon!

2/10 Terrible

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 16, 2024
Hello Andrea, Thank you for reviewing our hotel.

8/10 Good

Frank

Off site parking was a pain.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 16, 2024
Dear Frank,Thank you for your feedback and for staying with us. We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the off-site parking and appreciate your understanding.Best regards,

8/10 Good

Katherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel is comfortable and good value in downtown Halifax. However, the hotel is showing wear. Bedside clock didn’t work. Only two towels provided.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 15, 2024
Hello Katherine,Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you found our hotel comfortable and good value in downtown Halifax. We apologize for the issues you encountered with the wear and tear and the amenities provided. Your comments will be shared with our team to ensure improvements are made for future guests.Warm regards,

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms are in need of an upgrade very soon but clean and convenient and reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 14, 2024
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on your recent stay with us. We're glad to hear that you found our rooms clean, convenient, and reasonably priced. We understand your concerns regarding the need for upgrades, and please know that your feedback is invaluable to us as we strive to enhance our guests' experience. Rest assured, we're actively considering improvements to our rooms to ensure they meet the highest standards of comfort and aesthetics. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and provide you with an even better experience in the future.Best regards,

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy clean and reliable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizangela da Costa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a quiet place and a clean one. But the ladt at check-in reception was rude.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 14, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent stay with us. We're delighted to hear that you found our hotel to be a quiet and clean place, as providing a peaceful and comfortable environment for our guests is one of our top priorities.However, we are truly sorry to learn about your experience with our receptionist during check-in. Please accept our sincere apologies for any rudeness you encountered. This is certainly not reflective of the level of service we aim to provide, and we will address this matter with our team to ensure it doesn't happen again.Your satisfaction is important to us, and we appreciate your valuable feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide you with the exceptional service you deserve.Warm regards,

8/10 Good

Denise

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No parking on site
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 12, 2024
Hello Denise,Thank you for reviewing our hotel. We appreciate your feedback regarding the parking situation. We'll take this into consideration and explore potential solutions to improve convenience for our guests in the future. Warm regards,

8/10 Good

Chenying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking area is far away.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 12, 2024
Hello Chenying,Thank you for sharing your experience. We understand that the distance to the parking area may have been inconvenient for you. We'll review our options to enhance accessibility and convenience for our guests.Warm regards,

8/10 Good

Amanda

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 13, 2024
Thank you greatly for your exceptional rating Amanda!

8/10 Good

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Parking is a bit confusing and not super close. An optional valet service would go a long way. Hotel is totally fine but not a lot of amenities and customer service is very mediocre. Not bad, just nothing extra or special that would make me go “that was nice.”
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 11, 2024
Dear Nicole,Thank you for sharing your feedback. We understand your concerns about the parking situation and the absence of valet service. Your input is valuable as we continuously strive to improve.We apologize for any inconvenience you experienced during your stay, including any shortcomings in our customer service. We will review your comments with our team to ensure we address these areas for improvement.While we regret not meeting your expectations with our amenities, we hope you found your overall stay satisfactory. We would appreciate the opportunity to welcome you back and provide a more exceptional experience.Best regards,

8/10 Good

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Excellent staff. Easy parking. Perfect location. Dank room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 16, 2024
Dear Mike,Thank you for your positive comments about our staff, parking, and location. We apologize for the condition of your room and are addressing this issue to ensure a better experience in the future.Best regards,

2/10 Terrible

SANJAY

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms are too old condition, exhaust fan inside bathroom doesn’t work. The next door tv noise was transparent. Too old bed soggy and wasn’t able to sleep whole night. Didn’t have all necessary accessories in bathroom. I was supposed to stay three nights but I checked out next morning canceled and booked Sutton Place Hotel, the very best.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 11, 2024
Dear Sanjay,We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you experienced during your stay. Your comfort is our utmost priority, and we regret any shortcomings that may have affected your visit. Sincerely,

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It is outdated
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Guest Services on May 11, 2024
We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the outdated facilities, Paul. Your feedback is valuable, and we'll take it into consideration as we strive to improve our guests' experiences at The Barrington Hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quite
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 11, 2024
Thank you greatly for your exceptional rating and comments Karla!

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great prices, the beds were super comfy, hotel at night was nice and quiet, convenient to waterfront and casino and dining options. Little older building but overall a lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 10, 2024
Thank you, Brittany, for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our great prices and found our beds super comfy. we're delighted that you had an overall lovely stay. We hope to welcome you back soon for another wonderful experience!

6/10 Okay

Tyler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from Patrick on May 10, 2024
Thank you for your survey Tyler!