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

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 329
AED 382 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb

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
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 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
Hair dryer
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
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
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
Hair dryer
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
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 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
  • Old City Quarter - 6 min walk
  • Vancouver Island University - 3 min drive
  • Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive
  • Duke Point Ferry Terminal - 15 min drive

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 - ‬3 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), coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk, and 5 meeting rooms
  • 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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Free 24-hour offsite parking within 98 ft
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–11:00 AM: CAD 10-22 for adults and CAD 10-22 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Restaurants on site

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

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Fitness center
  • Public winery tours
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Business services

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

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

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly 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.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

Property is also known as

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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 does it cost to stay at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

As of 21 February 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Dorchester Hotel on 26 February 2025 start from $104.44, including 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.

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. Nanaimo Museum and Casino Nanaimo are also within 10 minutes.

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Best Western Dorchester Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 397 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 370 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1005 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Odette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice hotel. It’s very comfortable and the staff are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness
old hotel, newly renovated. Has some quirks as a result. Overall a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is older but well kept, in a great location, helpful staff and everything I had to eat while here was very good. The waiter in the Oceanside Grill was awesome, made the experience all that much better.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building, very good location, great staff. Felt very homey.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ricky

Liked: Amenities
Enjoyed the motel
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when visiting Nanaimo.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Deepak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property But rooms are very small, Next Time I will book King Room😊 Otherwise it was good stay 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff Room is cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel Parking not the best but not the worst. Restaurants are the best in the city
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet great view and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stairs into property from Parking was cumbersome
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paulette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant. Lovely view Traffic a bit noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Tathiana

Liked: Cleanliness
I did not leave the hotel for walks. The area around did not feel safe. The hotel was clean. Bathroom could use some renovation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Hair on the shower wall, very loud heater that made it hard to sleep. Staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantel Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, very professional and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff. beds were comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Got a whopping parking ticket even though parking was free to guests. Heater was noisy . Room was clean but dated. Restaurant was pretty good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Cecilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right by the water, good distance to stores and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kieith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for Downtown Town interests, harbour views, short walks. Minutes to both ferries. Staff helpful and pleasant. No breakfast included but nice enough eateries. Would have liked glasses in suite as well as plastic. Parking could be more. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024