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Best Western Dorchester Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with 3 restaurants, near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

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Step into Best Western Dorchester Hotel, where the charm of Departure Bay's ocean views meets modern comforts. Enjoy a fitness session at the gym, indulge in breakfast with a view at one of two restaurants, and unwind with dry cleaning/laundry services or a visit to the on-site hair salon.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$121 nightly
The total price is $140
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Harbor View, Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Queen Room with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large mirror.

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator, Harbor View

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator, Harbor View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator, Harbor View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a painting, and a window with curtains.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, and a bed.

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
70 Church St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R5H4

What's nearby

  • Bastion - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Maffeo Sutton Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Casino Nanaimo - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nanaimo Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old City Quarter - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 1 min drive
  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 13 min drive
  • Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 57 min drive
  • Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 81 min drive
  • Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 176 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old City Station Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Noodlebox - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Vault - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

  • Best Western Dorchester Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Top Notch Burgers, which is one of 3 restaurants and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, Woodgrove Shopping Centre and Duke Point Ferry Terminal are within a short drive. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 71 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 19
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 19
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 35 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Onsite carport
    • Free 24-hour offsite parking within 98 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Public winery tours
  • Shopping
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (5000 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center
  • Designer stores on site
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Top Notch Burgers - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
The View Oceanside Grill - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Embers Wine & Charcuterie - Onsite fine-dining restaurant. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 10 to 22 for adults, and CAD 10 to 22 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per pet, per night

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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).

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 35 lbs per pet. There's a charge of CAD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Nanaimo (6-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Best Western Dorchester Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Best Western Dorchester Hotel also has a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring ocean views.

What's the area around Best Western Dorchester Hotel like?

Best Western Dorchester Hotel is in Downtown Nanaimo, a short 1-minute drive from Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) and 4 minutes' walk from Vancouver Island Military Museum. Travelers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.

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Reviews

Best Western Dorchester Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Convenient airport shuttle service was available with a nearby stop. (3 reviews)
  • Pet access was warmly welcomed and accommodated with amenities such as pet beds and bowls. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beds are comfortable, staff easy to deal with and friendly.
Lisa, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view, very accommodating staff, location convenient to amenities
Susan, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good location Quiet Rooms quite small but we were only there to sleep Short drive from ferry
Linda, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

convenience location
Takami, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice, clean hotel in great location for downtown Nanaimo lax amenities… Coffee in the lobby would be nice
Kristi, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very nice.
Sandra, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Was clean 2 restaurants on site, staff was great, only down fall going through some Reno’s , not a big deal but noisy at times during day. Over looking water
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean, friendly, great location. The restaurant off the lobby, Top Notch is really nice!
Helena, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The hotel is perfectly located by the waterfront. The lobby and hallways stink! Not sure what it was, it was a mix of cat litter and/or bad food. Our room was not ready when we checked in. Disappointing but it was not a long wait. The room itself was clean, spacious and a fantastic view.
Hector, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room was comfortable and clean. Shower went cold fairly quick...but other than that was a great place to stay. Very friendly staff and perfect location for us.
Suzanne, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely view from our room, room bright and very clean. Staff friendly.
David, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel staff was helpful and friendly!! The room was very clean as well. We had a great view of harbour. We will stay here again!!
Jerri-Lynn, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room was clean and our view was lovely. Helpful and kind staff. Top Notch Burger was delicious!!!!
Sara, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, lots of restaurants and shops all around as well as ocean view
Lakhvinder, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

the room was nice and clean. had a comfortable stay.
Kaileigh, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Conveniently located to our medical appointment. The View restaurant is fantastic
Paulette, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Overall was a great stay. Beds were super comfortable. Pillows were great. Room was super clean. Rooms were very small but not a huge deal for what we needed the room for.
Stephenie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

On arrival we were greeted by Vishal, he was lovely and had a big smile on his face. He was very helpful and helped answer all our questions we had. Very clean it was a comfortable stay. We will defiantly be back ☺️ Thank you! Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable
Cora, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Courteous and friendly staff, great location, clean, well kept.
William, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, staff is friendly. Washroom bar was a bit heavy and I had to hold it for 5-10 secs to flush completely every time. I stayed 202. The property manager is worth to take a look at it.
Yuya, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

everything from room to service to location is first rate. we will return.
maurice, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean Room, Staff Really Good
Amin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff and room perfect
Sandra, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I had a terrific 3 night stay. I requested a room that did not have a connecting door. My room was so quiet. Double pane windows took care of any traffic noise from Front Street. My last stay at the Dorchester was 15 years ago. It has been very nicely renovated. Very friendly and helpful staff!
John, 3-night trip