Very clean , good kitchen area, pleasant staff. Seems well organized. Could have promoted bike…read morestorage options more (was unaware they had till leaving). Don't count on using the back deck. Close to train and bus.

I was feeling curious about hostels in this city, so I stepped into this HI location on Barrington…read morethis afternoon. The space is bright and welcoming, with colorful group agendas on the wall in the main foyer, along with a bulletin board of events and ride-shares. The kitchen off to the left was closed, but enjoyed the same natural light filtering through the front windows, along with an airy, clean feel. The woman at the front desk was checking in a visitor, so I browsed the rates and poked about. Bed prices seem on par with hostels I've stayed in throughout the world, maybe a little higher even ($30ish for a bed in a dorm, $70ish for singles). The group tour events list was quintessentially Halifax, with trips to various waterfront pubs and brewery visits. There were people milling about and I thought how lovely it would be to be in Halifax with fresh eyes. On the South end of Barrington, with loads of heritage properties, this is a lovely locale for a welcoming hostel. I'd give it a five, but I have yet to cozy up in one of the bunks!

Not very clean. Very bad air quality - unsafe. Did not try the expensive food. Hostel kitchen quite…read moremessy. When I stayed there all the staff were white which seemed weird in such a traditional African Novascotian community. Staff did not seem friendly or helpful to me. Hostel on Barrington worth the extra bucks, plus you can easily walk to the train from there.

The room was super clean, comfortable beds, and the staff incredibly welcoming and helpful…read more The location is great and the atmosphere is lovely. I would highly recommend staying here if you are in the halifax region!

This place is my favorite getaway to relax my mind. Close to the ocean, decor is super cute…read more Beautiful wood floors. Access to awesome trails that are great for biking with gorgeous views! There's a fire pit and BBQ. Super peaceful to wake up to overlook the ocean.

Amazing newly renovated beach hostel and don't even get me started on the view from the living room!read more

Wonderful little hostel in a very convenient location, we planned on staying one night but liked it…read moreso much decided to stay another. Sharon and Dan, the owners are very welcoming and helpful, they spend time traveling around Nova Scotia so have lots of local knowledge and tips. Loved our stay here and highly recommend it, feels like home!

The room heat was set to 29 celsius and you could tell the infloor heat was blazing. With the price…read moreof fuels right now and people dying for them in the middle East this seems worse than wasteful. I think it was ageist harassment, but maybe they could do that without wasting fuel and maybe while they are not being paid tondo a job. I am sure there are lots of unemployed people who would be happy to do their job without playing social media games for fsne and profit. The floor had not been cleaned. For some reason the room was supplied with a landline though there was nowhere to plug it in. To make it perfect. The room was fumigated from 8 to 9 pm with something strong that made my eyes bright pink. Management shows in service. Have pictures of the wipes with dirt that I cleaned off the floor.

From the owner: Mount Saint Vincent offers accommodations in the summer! Beginning May 1 of each year, the Mount…read morerents out various residences to the traveling public; both conference delegates and individuals. We offer low rates that cannot be beat in our area! Book a summer hostel dorm room with us or book out one of our conference rooms for board meetings, events, etc. Contact us at msvu.reservations@msvu.ca or by phone at 902-4357-6777