Accommodations

  1. Hotels: CSBBCS has reserved rooms at the hotels listed below. See below for instructions on how to complete your reservation. All three hotels are 20-25 minute walking distance from campus.
    • Lord Nelson Hotel: Surround yourself with the warm and rich ambiance of our unique historic architecture and beautifully appointed, fully renewed guest rooms and suites. Located in the heart of downtown Halifax at the vibrant corner of Spring Garden Road on South Park Street, just across from the famous Public Gardens, we provide up-to-date convenience and modern amenities in guest rooms and suites that are available in a wide range of sizes, lay-outs and styles. Perfect for your meetings and conferences, business trips, or a well-deserved vacation get-away.

      "I've stayed in some of the world's greatest hotels, and I have never had service which compares with that at the front desk. Offering to get me a tie for a fancy restaurant or to call a restaurant to confirm our reservations, and other efforts to make our short stay here more pleasant." - A. Rivoire

      902-423- 6331 or 1-800-565-2020
      1515 South Park Street, Halifax, NS, Canada B3J 2L2
      • We have reserved a block of Standard/Classic guest rooms for which the rate will be $179.00 + applicable taxes.
      • Reservations may be made by phone 902-423-5130 or 1-800-565-2020 or email at ask@lordnelsonhotel.com.
      • On Line Booking Option: Visit our website and select "Make A Group Reservation" under the
        Rates and Reservations section. The Group ID number is 18334 and password is 732.
      • Reservations at the conference rate will be accepted until the room release date of Friday, April 30, 2010.
    • Cambridge Suites Hotel: In the heart of the business district, you're surrounded by the city's finest in shopping, dining and entertainment, all within walking distance of the World Trade and Convention Centre, Metro Center, Hospitals, Universities and much more. Explore the history of Halifax, also just steps away. At Cambridge Suites Hotel Halifax, expect nothing but the best in accommodations. Wake up to a spectacular view of the waterfront or simply indulge in the comforts of your spacious guest suite. You are guaranteed to get the ultimate in service for your suite experience.

      "A sincere thank you to the staff involved with our stay here. Our visit was a wonderful experience... You can be assured that we will be highly recommending your hotel to our friends, family and co-workers." - P. Kapp & L. Krauskopf
      • We have reserved a block of Studio Suites ($155+ applicable taxes/night) at the Cambridge Suites Hotel.
      • Studio Suites are 375 square feet and feature a queen bed, pullout sofa, kitchenette and working desk area. Rates also include complimentary continental breakfast, high speed internet and local calls.
      • You can make your reservations a few different ways:
        1. Call their toll free line at 1-800-565-1263 to book their room under the conference name, or booking ID # 7089 (this will take 1 business day to get all set up)
        2. Book online through our website, under “Book using Group Rate code”. The group rate code is 7089; password is 3252.
        3. If participants want to book pre and post conference dates, or would like to inquire about an upgraded suite, they will need to contact us directly by phone.
        4. E-mail us at reservations1@cambridgesuiteshotel.com, indicating the conference name, booking ID and name and credit card.
    • The Halliburton - Halifax's Historic Boutique Hotel: The Halliburton is an "interesting" alternative in upscale lodging in downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia. Our intimate setting, the history of our buildings and our welcoming staff will set the perfect stage for your visit to our city. On a quieter street in downtown we are a short stroll from the historic Halifax waterfront but still close to popular restaurants and shops. Many historic attractions such as the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic and Pier 21 are within a ten-minute walk. Our rooms range from intimate to extra large and all guests feel very much at home relaxing in our cozy library (with complimentary Internet) or in our sunny garden courtyard for our "serve yourself" honour bar.

      "We stumbled upon the Halliburton House after having met by accident on the train. The train was a little piece of magic, but coming here right from the station- paradise." - A. Lamfrey, Montreal, Quebec

      902-420- 0658 or 1-888-512-3344
      5184 Morris Street, Halifax, NS, Canada B3J 1B3
      $169.00+ per night (includes breakfast and parking)
      • Conference-goers must confirm blocked guest rooms at the agreed upon nightly room rate not later than April 24, 2010.
      • When making your reservation be sure to request rooms from the reserved bock held under CSBBCS.
      • Please note that all of their guestrooms require climbing one to two sets of stairs. They do not have an elevator, and rooms may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
      • As in most historic hotels, their rooms vary in size, décor and building location.)
  2. Dalhousie on-campus residence:
    • We have reserved some single and some double (twin) rooms in Risley and Howe Halls, respectively.
    • The rate for a single is 43.85/night; for a double is 67.85/night.
    • These rates include: Destination Halifax marketing levy, HST, linen, towels & regular membership privileges to Dalplex Athletic Facility
    • Room reservations can be made by: fax (902) 494-1219, email: accommodations@dal.ca, phone (902) 494-8840, toll free: 1-888-271-9222 or by using the Accommodation/Reservation Request Form in the Summer Accommodations section on our web site.
    • Please advise guests to identify the group name of Canadian Society for Brain, Behaviour and Cognitive Science.
  3. Other Accommodations:

Travel

  1. Getting to Halifax:
    • Air Canada and Westjet both fly into Halifax from across Canada.
    • Westjet has given conference delegates a discount of 10% on the lowest regular airfare for travel to and from the conference. In order to receive this discount you need to call WestJet to make your reservation 1-877-952-4696 and give them the code CC6381.
    • Download this PDF for more info from WestJet.
  2. Getting from the airport to downtown Halifax:
  3.  Getting around Halifax:
  4. Maps:
  5. General information on Halifax and surrounding area: