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Best Western Dorchester Hotel

2.5 star property
Eco-certified hotel with 2 restaurants and fitness center

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Lobby sitting area
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Exterior
Premium Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • BarBarBar
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

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70 Church St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R5H4
  • Popular LocationVancouver Island University3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDeparture Bay Ferry Terminal5 min drive
  • AirportNanaimo, BC (YCD)13 min drive
  • Popular LocationDuke Point Ferry Terminal15 min drive

Room options

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Family Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed) | Room amenity

Family Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | View from room

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator, Harbor View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Nanaimo

Best Western Dorchester Hotel places you next to Bastion and within a 5-minute walk of Nanaimo Museum. This 71-room hotel has 2 restaurants along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Nanaimo Museum - 4 min walk
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 3 min drive
  • Vancouver Island University - 3 min drive
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • The nearest major airports are:<br />Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome): 1-min drive, 0.1 mi/0.2 km<br /> Nanaimo, BC (YCD): 13-min drive, 8.7 mi/14.1 km<br /> Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base): 57-min drive, 34.8 mi/56 km<br /> Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base): 81-min drive, 36.1 mi/58.1 km<br /> <p>The preferred airport is Nanaimo, BC (YCD). </p>

Restaurants

  • White Sails Brewing - 5 min walk
  • Tim Hortons - 9 min walk
  • Craft Fare - 3 min walk
  • Old City Station Pub - 2 min walk
  • The Nanaimo Bar - 1 min walk

About this property

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Eco-certified hotel with 2 restaurants and fitness center
Best Western Dorchester Hotel offers a gym, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a conference center, a business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Sitting areas, coffee makers, and free local calls are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: CAD 10 to 22 for adults and CAD 10 to 22 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The View Oceanside Grill
  • Top Notch Burgers

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Designer stores
  • Gym
  • Shopping
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center (5,000 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Ballroom
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 30 per pet, per night
  • 2 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 10 to 22 for adults, and CAD 10 to 22 for children
  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Nanaimo, just steps from Bastion, and within a 10-minute walk of Nanaimo Museum and Old City Quarter. You'll also find Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Nanaimo Aquatic Centre within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

As of Jun 6, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Dorchester Hotel on Jun 9, 2024 start from $123.41, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Best Western Dorchester Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Best Western Dorchester Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, an ocean-view restaurant, and public winery tours.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Best Western Dorchester Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Best Western Dorchester Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Best Western Dorchester Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Best Western Dorchester Hotel for a fee of CAD 30 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

The closest major airport to Best Western Dorchester Hotel is Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Nanaimo, BC (YCD), which is located 8.7 mi away (13-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

No, at Best Western Dorchester Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Best Western Dorchester Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 351 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 406 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 136 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1007 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SEAN, VICTORIA

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

kisu

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was impressed by the staff there, they're so kind.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Shirley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dinner and a stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Carly

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here are fabulous!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Paulette

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to my medical appointment. Great restaurants. Competitive prices.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Matt

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and liked the pet bed and pet food bowl in room. Was very unimpressed that the price booked online was not the price that the hotel tried to charge at check in. It took at least 15 minutes to sort out and I had to show the front desk person the online booking a couple of times, he had to calll his supervisor, he helped another guest while I waited to get the error sorted out. The issue was rectified and it was a good thing I was paying attention or would have been grossly overcharged. Checking out the next morning there was another guest dealing with the same issue. Otherwise it was a good experience, however the attempt to overcharge me and not initially charge the amount I booked the room for online has left a sour taste in my mouth.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Elaine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised by a free upgrade to a suite, which was spacious and comfortable with great views. We found the heater in the bedroom to be quite noisy. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paulette

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like to stay at the Dorchester when we come to Nanaimo for medical appointments. It's convenient to the clinic and very comfortable. The View restaurant is outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023