Best Pool Hotels in Northeast Provinces

Touted as the only waterfront hotel in the heart of picturesque Charlottetown, this property's location on the Northumberland Strait provides easy access to the shops and restaurants around town, according to recent travelers. The spacious accommodations – appointed with minifridges, 32-inch LCD flat-screen TVs and free Internet access – feature sleek decor and views of the city or waterfront. Visitors entertain themselves with on-site amenities like the hot tub and indoor pool (which includes a wading area for children) and the Radiant Reflection Day Spa. Once you're feeling relaxed, check out the hotel's on-site eatery, Water's Edge Resto/Bar/Grill. The restaurant is lauded for its creatively crafted dishes (like seafood penne pasta and sweet watermelon and salty feta arugula salad) made from local ingredients. Plus, if you're a Marriott Bonvoy member, you can earn or redeem rewards for choosing to stay here.

This Marriott outpost boasts a prime location on Halifax Harbour, within close proximity to the waterfront's bars, restaurants and shopping venues. Guests also praise this Marriott's proximity to the Casino Nova Scotia, which is connected to the hotel via an indoor skyway. Inside the hotel, the refurbished lobby wins guests over with its sleek, modern decor. The hotel's guest rooms and suites, on the other hand, seem to still need an update – travelers describe the rooms' brown and red color schemes as drab compared to the bright white furnishings of the lobby. Each room features a minifridge, a 25-inch flat-screen TV and complimentary Internet access. As for dining, you can order room service from the on-site restaurant, the harbourstone sea grill & pour house or venture to the nearby eateries located on the waterfront. Feel free to stick close to the hotel for your daily caffeine fix, though; there's Balancing Rock Coffeehouse on-site, which serves Starbucks coffee. Thanks to the property's Marriott ties, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn free nights and other perks for choosing to stay here.

With its waterfront location, The Westin Nova Scotian is perfectly located for travelers looking to explore Halifax's maritime sites, including the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21. But what visitors love the most about this Westin is its dedication to quality customer service. Many previous guests praised the friendly demeanor of the Westin's staff. After enjoying some sightseeing, retreat to your comfortable accommodations, furnished with a signature Heavenly Bed, 32-inch LCD TV and complimentary Internet access. Though some guests did describe the bathrooms as slightly cramped, most praised the rooms for being clean and spacious. Past visitors also recommended sampling the food at the Westin's two restaurants, Roy's Lounge and elements on hollis, which serves up classic dishes with a twist (think: salmon over a cucumber and watercress with kale chips). And because this hotel is part of the Marriott hotel family, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and use points here.

Recent guests say the best thing about this Sheraton is its location in historic St. John's, the provincial capital of Newfoundland and Labrador. The hotel sits within close proximity to businesses, shops and restaurants. The Sheraton offers a variety of room options, with views of the city or St. John's Harbour. Rooms come equipped with Sheraton's signature Sweet Sleeper beds, turndown service and complimentary Internet access. However, some guests note parts of the hotel have fallen into disrepair and could use a facelift. Reviews of the on-site restaurant, OPPIDAN, are also mixed, with some guests recommending you dine off site. On a positive note, the Sheraton also offers the bivver lounge where you can grab some light fare and a cocktail before exploring St. John's. The hotel also offers a pool and fitness center, but guests say both eateries are on the smaller side. And because this hotel is part of the Marriott hotel family, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and use points here.

Recent visitors praised The Prince George Hotel for its primo downtown Halifax location. Travelers staying here can easily walk to the Citadel, as well as to plenty of shopping venues and restaurants in the area. But while Halifax features a wealth of top-rated dining venues, recent visitors suggested staying on site for at least one meal. Gio Restaurant consistently impresses patrons with its international fare, which is served for lunch and dinner. On the other hand, The Prince George's accommodations are modern in aesthetic and feature amenities such as minifridges, flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and Keurig coffeemakers. Guests traveling with pets will appreciate the $25-per-stay fee for furry friends of all sizes; that fee covers a fleece pet blanket, waste bags and food and water bowls.

Previous visitors don't mind the Fox Harb'r Resort's remote Wallace, Nova Scotia, location. In fact, many guests said the resort's scenic location and quiet ambiance are some of its greatest allures. Golfers can tee off on the Graham Cooke-designed championship course, while nature-seekers hike along scenic trails in the Wallace Bay National Wildlife Area Trail (about 8 miles southeast of the resort) or discover Nova Scotia by sea on a boating tour. Meanwhile, those looking for an extra dose of relaxation can indulge in a replenishing massage or lounge by the resort's mineral pool and hot tub. Afterward, retreat to your well-appointed accommodations, which are outfitted with kitchennettes, heated granite bathroom floors, Molton Brown bath products and terraces or balconies. However, some visitors were not satisfied with the cuisine served at The Great Room, describing it as unimaginative and overpriced.