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Sydney was founded in 1785 by Col. Joseph Frederick Wallet Desbarres, but named after Thomas Townshend, 1st Viscount Sydney. At first, Sydney was mainly a mix of poor Englishmen, disbanded soldiers and a group of New York citizens looking to escape the American Revolution. Sydney is in the thick of Cape Breton's industry, once home to the world's largest steel plants, which were fueled by an abundance of coal in the area.

During WWII, the city of Sydney was a key factor for Canada, constructing the Royal Canadian Navy base, HMCS Protector. During the battle of the Atlantic, Sydney's WWII based industry would prove to be a key factor in the Allied victory.

Sydney, on the heels of recent government support, began launching cruise ship facilities, as well, Sydney has a new waterfront plan in order that has made the city a more desirable place to visit. Sydney is also home to the world's largest fiddle. As well, visitors can enjoy diving, golfing, sightseeing and snowmobiling. Sydney is located just 78 km (48.5 mi.) from Baddeck.

Sydney accommodations include plenty of bed and breakfasts, inns and hotels.

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Quality Inn Sydney
Quality Inn Sydney
560 Kings Rd
Sydney
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We are located with easy access to local attractions like the Casino Nova Scotia and Centre 200 arena, home to many local concerts and sporting events. This Sydney, Nova Scotia hotel is just minutes from the Cape Breton University, formerly the University College of Cape Breton.
Distances To...
Ferry - NFLD:  25.4km
Airport:  15.1km
Downtown Sydney:  2.9km
Comfort Inn Sydney
Comfort Inn Sydney
368 Kings Rd
Sydney
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We are located on the banks of Sydney Harbour, conveniently located minutes from downtown. The hotel's central location provides easy access to historic Sydney, shops and great restaurants. Casino Nova Scotia, the Centre 200 arena, Cape Breton University and the Sydney Curling Club are within minutes.
Distances To...
Airport:  14.7km
Ferry - NFLD:  25.9km
Downtown Sydney:  2.4km
A Charming Victorian Bed & Breakfast B&B Sydney 115 George St Request Info
A Paradise Found Bed & Breakfast B&B Sydney 62 Milton St Request Info
Beacon Motel & Lodge Hotel Sydney 294 Keltic Dr Request Info
Cambridge Suites Hotel Hotel Sydney 380 Esplanade
Cape Breton University Long Term Sydney 1250 Grand Lake Rd Request Info
Charming Victorian Bed & Breakfast B&B Sydney 115 George St.
Days Inn Sydney Hotel Sydney 480 Kings Rd, Hwy 4 Request Info
Delta Sydney Hotel Sydney 300 Esplanade
Gathering House Bed & Breakfast B&B Sydney 148 Crescent St Request Info
George & Cottage Bed & Breakfast B&B Sydney 808 George St Request Info
Jacques Cartier Motel Hotel Sydney 1396 Grand Lake Rd Request Info
Linden Tree Bed & Breakfast B&B Sydney 19 Edgewater Dr
Lindentree Bed & Breakfast B&B Sydney 19 Edgewater DR. Request Info
New Century Manor Bed & Breakfast B&B Sydney 113 Moxham Dr Request Info
O'Brien House Vacation Home Long Term Sydney 89 Esplanade Request Info
Paradise Found Bed and Breakfast B&B Sydney 62 Milton St.
Park Place Bed & Breakfast B&B Sydney 169 Park St Request Info
Premiere Executive Suites Cape Breton Hotel Sydney 10 Pitt St
Purcell Place Bed & Breakfast B&B Sydney 596 Coxheath Rd Request Info
Royale Hotel Hotel Sydney 345 Esplanade
The Martin Arms Hotel (formerly Meridian Hotel Hotel Sydney 100 Kings Rd

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