Immerse yourself in the vibrant Downtown St. John's scene at Alt Hotel St. John's, where ocean views and regional cuisine await at Terre restaurant. With a 24-hour gym, coffee shop, billiards table, and multilingual staff on hand to help you plan your stay.
St. John's Convention Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Memorial University of Newfoundland - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
The Duke of Duckworth - 5 min walk
Bagel Cafe - 2 min walk
Terre Cafe - 1 min walk
Smoke's Poutinerie Inc - 2 min walk
Olivers Restaurant - 2 min walk
About this property
Alt Hotel St. John's
Alt Hotel St. John's puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of George Street and The Rooms. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Terre, which serves Regional cuisine. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and restaurant.
At a glance
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Hotel size
148 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls and litter boxes available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Secured covered onsite self parking (CAD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Onsite garage
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Private dining
Shared microwave
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Tennis
Pool table
Whale-watching nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
6 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (4000 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2017
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Terrace
24-hour fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Handrails in stairways
Wheelchairs available on site
Hand-held showerheads
Height-adjustable showerhead
Grab bar in shower
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Rainfall showerhead
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and free wired internet
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Terre - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
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Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 5 to 20 for adults, and CAD 5 to 20 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 45 per pet, per stay
Parking
Covered self parking costs CAD 15 per day with in/out privileges
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Alt St. John's
Alt Hotel St. John's Newfoundland
Alt Hotel St. John's Hotel
Alt Hotel St. John's St. John's
Alt Hotel St. John's Hotel St. John's
Frequently asked questions
Does Alt Hotel St. John's offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Alt Hotel St. John's does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Alt Hotel St. John's?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of CAD 45 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available.
Is parking offered on site at Alt Hotel St. John's?
Yes. Self parking costs CAD 15 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Alt Hotel St. John's?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Alt Hotel St. John's and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Enjoy amenities like a 24-hour fitness center and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Alt Hotel St. John's?
Yes, Terre offers Regional cuisine and ocean views.
What's the area around Alt Hotel St. John's like?
Alt Hotel St. John's is in Downtown St. John's, a short 8-minute walk from George Street and 9 minutes' walk from The Rooms. Our travelers say the local area is very central.
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Reviews
Alt Hotel St. John's Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Eco-friendliness
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Excellent stay!
This hotel is consistently awesome! When I come to stay in St. John’s I always book at the Alt. Pricey, but worth it!
Kevin
Kevin, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
Great hotel, and a great location!
KAREN
KAREN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
Hôtel formidable, personnel à l’accueil exceptionnel et très bien situé!
Jessie-Kim
Jessie-Kim, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
Great staff and location
Philippe
Philippe, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Nice location and amenities.
Wes
Wes, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
Fantastic hotel with fair price.
Great hotel close to everything on harbour front.
Staff were so helpful and in house coffee on main floor was amazing!!Real baristas !!
Mike
Mike, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
Had a great stay
Hillary
Hillary, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2025
We loved our Stay at the Alt. Very accommodating for a new family. The walk to George Street is a couple minutes.
Armand
Armand, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
Excellent stay in downtown St. John’s! Close to many restaurants and wonderful view.
Norman
Norman, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2025
We really enjoyed our stay at ALT Hotel, the coffee was amazing.
Constantin
Constantin, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2025
Great hotel
Tyson
Tyson, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Clean and friendly staff. Would stay there again
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2025
Great location! Comfortable and quiet rooms. Wonderful cafe in the lobby.
Silvia
Silvia, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Great place to use as base for family group exploring the region. It was close to restaurants and to Signsl Hill and Cabot Tower.
Marni
Marni, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
Lovely staff, central venue, well appointed.
MUST book restaurant on site in advance of stay
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2025
Excellent stay!
lorraine
lorraine, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 8, 2025
Well kept Hotel. Pleasant and helpful staff. Great location.
Joe
Joe, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
Lovely modern rooms, very friendly and helpful
Trevor
Trevor, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
Nice new hotel
Aashna
Aashna, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 14, 2025
great rooms and restaurant
Sheldon
Sheldon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
Loved this hotel but had to change rooms after the first night because my harbor-view room on the 2nd floor was right above the dumpsters. One ai chained to a different room on the 3rd floor, my stay was much quieter and better!
Julia Flynn
Julia Flynn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 27, 2025
Lovely Hotel in a great location
A lovely hotel in a great location. Beautiful view of the harbour.
Rhonda
Rhonda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
Beautiful decor and lovely views will stay again
PAMELA
PAMELA, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 25, 2025
So clean and great atmosphere!
Katlyn
Katlyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
Lovely hotel - lobby, cafe and staff were great. Hotel is within walking distance
to all the sites of the city, great restaurants and bars. Would definitely return and recommend to others.