There’s magic in a good hotel bar—you never know who is coming or going or what interesting things they might be getting up to pre- or post-cocktail. Hotel bars are one of the best ways to cultivate a feeling of travel at home, or on the other hand, enjoy a nightcap before heading up to your hotel room or a refreshment before exploring your destination.
Halifax doesn’t have as many options as its big city neighbours like Montreal or Toronto—but it does have a handful of great options that are worth checking out whether you’re a local or just visiting.
It’s best to LevelBar in the Prince George Hotel come summertime when you can grab a seat on the outdoor patio. The rooftop space offers a unique view of Downtown Halifax and feels like having a drink in a huge city. The bar and patio both have daily happy hours and we suggest chasing your beverage of choice with an order of the local Digby scallop crudo or fresh oysters.
The thing about the Muir Hotel is that—although it’s arguably the highest-end hotel in the city—it is committed to showcasing local Atlantic Canadian hospitality and culture and Drift is no exception. The bar and restaurant specializes in all things local (especially seafood). We recommend the steamed PEI mussels with Lightfoot & Wolfville flora wine and frites alongside a French 75 with Benjamin Bridge brut and East Coast gin.
The Arms is a traditional English pub tucked into the Lord Nelson Hotel. It’s cozy and comfortable with absolutely no pretension—and the perfect spot to tuck into a pint and some English-style fish and chips or an Atlantic lobster roll. The Arms also serves brunch on the weekend with standout items that include buttermilk fried chicken and sweet potato hash.
The Seaport Social in the historic Westin Nova Scotian is a beautiful hotel lobby bar—but it’s particularly worth visiting in the summer months when you can grab a spot on the dog-friendly patio. The fresh seafood (especially the oysters and pan-seared scallops) is always a delicious bet, best washed down with a glass of local wine.
Sutton Place Hotel Halifax is relatively new in the city—but it has quickly proven to be a very good option for those looking for luxury accommodations. Chop Steakhouse & Bar is self-described as the “choicest steak experience” but there’s also a large selection of fresh and local seafood available as well. The chili garlic shrimp is unique and delicious while the cherry blossom mojito stands out as an equally unique cocktail.
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Finding a great bookstore while traveling can be just as satisfying as spending the day at a beloved museum or sacred monument—and that’s certainly the case in Istanbul. The city is packed with hidden second-hand bookstores and flea market-style book alleys. The thing is—the majority of these places sell books written in Turkish, which, while beautiful to look at, mightn’t be the most practical if you’re looking for something to bring back to your hotel and read (unless of course, you speak Turkish).
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