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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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Premium Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View (with Sofabed) | Room amenity
Exterior
3 restaurants, breakfast served
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator, Harbor View | View from room
Lounge

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • 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
  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $99
includes taxes & fees
$85 per night
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2025

Room options

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

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

Highlights

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

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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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View (with Sofabed)

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

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

Highlights

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

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

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

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

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
70 Church St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R5H4

What's nearby

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

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) - 22.4 miles/36 km

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 - ‬3 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
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)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • 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

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).

Also known as

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Best Western Hotel Dorchester
Best Western Plus Dorchester
Best Western Plus Dorchester Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. 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.

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

6/10 Good

AC unit was too noisy. Could barely sleep
Washington, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jacqueline, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Jackson, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome view & room w/super friendly staff
Beautiful room with an excellent view of the marina! Very clean & modern! Staff super helpful. Priced very well considering we could walk everywhere! Restaurant also very good food. Parking available for free! Temporary parking available in front of hotel while you are checking in & IF you’re early, you can leave your luggage at front desk & park for free in the hotels parking lot behind the hotel. We received welcome texts, anything we can do texts & goodbye texts!! Highly recommend!
Adriana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amit, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dannieli, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quality at a reasonable price
Very nice room, excellent staff, enjoyed the restaurant.
Reed, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

sarah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Veera, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The front desk was outstandingly helpful. There was construction near the hotel partially blocking the road. Staff came to the rescue helping us get parked & out luggage up to our room. Everyone was pleasant and helpful.
Denise, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Josef Jehoshua, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

loved the layout of the room and wish I could give it a higher rating but the room was very dirty and rundown. Shower sounded terrible, floors were BLACK, dead bugs in the windowsill and bath, room was un level and the door got stuck. 2/10
Jaycee, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Stylish clean rooms with a great view. Excellent seafood restaurant. Easy check in with great staff.
Raina, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here in the past. Ideal for what we needed. Will use again when we need to.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, lovely room
Ellie, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location.
Jane, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Kuldeep, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Don, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Rates were not consistent with like rooms. Accessible room too small. Noisy workers outside window. Wasn't told it was a pet friendly hotel... noisy pets in hallway barking at 6am for almost an hour
Lana, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Samantha, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

peter, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Look at alternative options
This hotel is a great location. It is older, lots of light comes through doors, not the quietest. Cleanliness was mediocre. The viewing deck is on the wrong side, it faces the street side watching the homeless at the church and business building, not the ocean. I appreciated the free laundry facilities, however I recommend the hotel implement slot times as there are rush hours in the evening times and some aggressive individual and remind those using the facilities to clean up after themselves. I tried to get a table at the restaurant located at the hotel and waited some time for seating, ended up leaving to eat at the harbour. Location is great for walking and dining in the area however this hotel would not be my first choice.
Breanne, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Had good stay
Tibor, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Convenient location, great restaurant, beautiful room."
Reasons to Book
Room Cleanliness & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM