- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Pleasant locationGuests rate the location 6.1 out of 10, at 5780 West Street.
Convenient Downtown Location Experience the heart of Halifax at Commons Inn, just a stone's throw away from the iconic Halifax Common and the historic waterfront.
Comfortable Accommodations Relax in our guest rooms equipped with private bathrooms. Upgrade to a deluxe room for added convenience with a microwave and a mini-refrigerator.
Nearby Attractions Explore the rich history of Halifax with a visit to the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, located only 1 km from Commons Inn. Dalhousie University campus is also within close proximity, just 2.4 km away.
Book your stay at Commons Inn now for a memorable Halifax experience!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
Rooms
5.3
Guest rating
Rated 5.3 out of 10 by 1,048 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness4.1
- Service7.6
- Location6.1
- Rooms5.1
- Amenities5.1
- Value7.1
- Food & drink2.1
Guests mention
AffordableFriendly staffConvenient location
LorneCanadaWaste of money and experience.
Nothing
There is no parking. NO ELEVATOR and very little to their "deluxe room". Also, they have a rodent issue. I woke up to the garbage bag I left in the washroom shredded. One pillow per person. 1 ply toilet paper.…
LeslieUnited KingdomBed was comfy and bedding clean but room was very basic and in need of a clean
Convenient location and helpful staff.
Room was very basic.Curtains were ripped and did not fully cover window so not dark for sleeping.Light switches hanging off wall,air con very noisy and poorly installed,skirting…
UlrickCanadaIt was good for my one night stay.
It was close to the university that I was attending the next day. It also has a lot of food options around
Fair amount of noise
StarTravellerCanadanever book it
nothing
The room lacks basic amenities like an iron and hair dryer, the TV has no cable connection, and the bathroom is small and unclean with poor-quality tissue paper. Additionally, the location is in an undesirable…
MeiCanadaYou got what you pay for
I don't know why this property had got so many bad reviews. In fact, it was all right for me. I didn't see any bugs, bedbugs, or mice, even though I looked carefully. It was clean and comfortable. I got what I paid…
MariaCanadaDisgusting, would never return to this place again.
Nothing, it was dirty, rundown & had mice.
The dirt, the mice, the staff, the poor wifi, the dodgy wall sockets
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
5780 West Street, Halifax, Canada
Guests rate the location 6.1 out of 10 — pleasant.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges. Please note that this 3-story property does not have an elevator. Guests with mobility issues should note that there are 8 steps up into the front main entrance of the property. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Commons Inn
What time is check-in and check-out at Commons Inn?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Commons Inn allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does Commons Inn have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I check in late at Commons Inn?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Commons Inn?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Commons Inn?
5780 West Street, Halifax.
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