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Best Western Dorchester Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Nanaimo with 3 restaurants and a fitness center

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior
Lobby
Suite, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View (with Sofabed) | Room amenity
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Living Room) | Room amenity

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator, Harbor View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
70 Church St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R5H4

What's nearby

  • Nanaimo Museum - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Old City Quarter - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Vancouver Island University - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 18 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 13 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

Hotel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
You can look forward to designer stores on site, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Best Western Dorchester Hotel. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and a ballroom
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 71 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and mini fridges

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 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CAD 10 to 22 for adults and CAD 10 to 22 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Embers Wine & Charcuterie
  • The View Oceanside Grill
  • Top Notch Burgers

Things to do

  • 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)

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
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 35 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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.
Safety features at this property 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)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Dorchester Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 35 lbs per pet. There's a fee of CAD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western Dorchester Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Nanaimo, this hotel is steps from Bastion and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal. Vancouver Island Military Museum and Nanaimo Museum are also within 5 minutes.

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Best Western Dorchester Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 409 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 357 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 73 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1004 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Excellent accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Great hotel. Nice pub/restaurant on ground floor. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

located near the waterfront and walking distance for many interesting activities - close to ferries. Older building but beautifully updated.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Clean hotel, 3 great restaurants on the property. Overlooks the harbour. Walking distance to shops and restaurants downtown
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The building is older but clean and the staff are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The staff were very accommodating and quick to help, whether at the front desk or via text. They checked in via text to see how my stay was going and was able to have towels and coffee supplies replenished through text which was super convenient while being busy at a conference. Rooms are nice, price was much more reasonable than some of the other hotels nearby, the 3rd floor patio is a lovely amenity as well. Super close to all the downtown attractions and ocean boardwalk. Stayed here multiple times and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great access to waterfront, walking paths etc. Good restaurant in site for pub-style fare. Best option in downtown Nanaimo!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Good quality for the price. Rooms are bright and clean. Lots of restaurants and the pier close by. They were very friendly and accommodating to our dog.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Lovely stay, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

The staff was amazed. The area itself is nice. Harbour view and restaurants at walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Friendly staff, good location, clean,good facilities, comfortable bed. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10

Beautiful view from the suite but no door on the bedroom and the only bathroom in the bedroom
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Hullo bus shuttle is right across the hotel. Convenient and walkable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Central location and walkable to venue we were attending. Parking not an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

The staff was kind. Location is great. It's a well kept property. The only issue I faced was that the room heater was extremely loud.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

This is a very nice hotel. It’s very comfortable and the staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

An older property but the room was fresh and bright
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Awesome stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10

Due to street upgrading so access to the hotel was confusing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Grace was very efficient and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great place to stay when visiting Nanaimo.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

We had a good one night stay here. Staff at the front desk and restaurant were excellent. So helpful and friendly. We were upgraded to a one bedroom suite and it was super comfortable and spacious. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Hotel was very clean, but my room was quite small, especially the bathroom. Parking was limited to a very small parking lot adjacent to the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025