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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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Suite, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
3 restaurants, breakfast served
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View (with Sofabed) | Room amenity
Lounge

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
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.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking

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
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $124
includes taxes & fees
$107 per night
May 4 - May 5

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator, Harbor View | View from room

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator, Harbor View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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70 Church St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R5H4

What's nearby

  • Bastion - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nanaimo Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 15 min drive - 15.5 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
  • ‪White Sails Brewing - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Javawocky - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Vault Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lighthouse Bar and Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

When you stay at Best Western Dorchester Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal. 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. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 71 rooms
DONE

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
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

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
DONE

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
    • Free 24-hour offsite parking within 98 ft
    • Street parking available
DONE

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

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

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

Working away

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

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 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 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.

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 during the warmer months with activities nearby such as 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 a short 1-minute drive from Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) and 4 minutes' walk from Nanaimo Museum. Travelers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.

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Best Western Dorchester Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Restaurant
Parking
View
Bed
Water
Port
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurants exceeded expectations with great food, late-night snacks, and breakfast options. (18 reviews)
  • The property is very pet-friendly, offering amenities such as pet beds and food bowls in rooms. (6 reviews)
  • The in-house restaurant serves great food and the staff, including Kalynn May, provide a welcoming atmosphere. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

6/10 Good

It was a good stay
Vickie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and pleasant
Kevin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very friendly staff, appreciate accommodating the request for early check in. Room was clean and decent size, my reason for low rating was the coffee machine not being cleaned from inside, there was hair in the water tank. Overall I would recommend this hotel if ur visiting with family or for work
Ami, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome stay
Roman, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay when visiting Nanaimo.
Zoe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the motel
ricky, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff Room is cozy.
Dominic, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Decent hotel Parking not the best but not the worst. Restaurants are the best in the city
Mike, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet great view and clean rooms
Allan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great restaurant. Lovely view Traffic a bit noisy.
Paulette, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Right by the water, good distance to stores and restaurants.
Maria Cecilia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff, very professional and friendly.
Chantel Rose, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location.
Jane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, lovely room
Ellie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff. beds were comfortable
Curtis, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Had good stay
Tibor, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Not clean

Stains on the bedding Ants in the bath tub Fridge barely worked Wall paper peeling off the bedroom door
Kerri, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The facility was conveniently located and walkable distance to points of interest in Nanaimo with a beautiful view of the harbor. The staff was very helpful. The cleanliness was outstanding. The laundry facilities were much appreciated and rather rare in a hotel accommodation. Overall, we would not hesitate to return to this hotel.
Aran, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Hair on the shower wall, very loud heater that made it hard to sleep. Staff were excellent.
Jim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great place to spend the night in nanaimo!
Daina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stylish clean rooms with a great view. Excellent seafood restaurant. Easy check in with great staff.
Raina, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

I did not leave the hotel for walks. The area around did not feel safe. The hotel was clean. Bathroom could use some renovation.
Tathiana, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good spot downtown! Walkable to shops and restaurants. We liked White Sails Brewing nearby and La Stella restaurant. Hotel parking was easy and staff were very helpful!
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location that overlooks the harbor.
Jeffrey, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Got a whopping parking ticket even though parking was free to guests. Heater was noisy . Room was clean but dated. Restaurant was pretty good
Michael, 2-night trip