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Best Western Dorchester Hotel

2.5 star property
Eco-certified hotel with 2 restaurants and fitness centre

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Lobby sitting area
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Living Room)
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Your area essentials

Map
70 Church St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R5H4
  • Popular LocationVancouver Island University3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDeparture Bay Ferry Terminal5 min drive
  • AirportNanaimo, BC (YCD)13 min drive
  • Popular LocationDuke Point Ferry Terminal15 min drive

Room options

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

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

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

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator, Harbour View

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Refrigerator, Harbour View (with Sofabed)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbour View

Highlights

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

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About the area

Nanaimo

Best Western Dorchester Hotel places you in the centre of Nanaimo, steps from Bastion and within a short 5-minute stroll of Nanaimo Museum. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 2 restaurants, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Top Notch Burgers, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. 5000 square feet (465 square metres) of event facilities include 5 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is available. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Nanaimo hotel include Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and Duke Point Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Nanaimo Museum - 4 min walk
  • Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 3 min drive
  • 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

  • White Sails Brewing - 5 min walk
  • Tim Hortons - 9 min walk
  • Craft Fare - 3 min walk
  • Old City Station Pub - 2 min walk
  • The Nanaimo Bar - 1 min walk

About this property

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Eco-certified hotel with 2 restaurants and fitness centre
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and 5 meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 5000 square feet (465 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A fitness centre, a rooftop terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the eco-certified Best Western Dorchester Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Nanaimo hotel is smoke free.

  • 71 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 5000 sq ft of conference space
  • 465 sq. m of conference space
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Best Western Dorchester Hotel offers 71 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking within 30 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: CAD 10 to 22 for adults and CAD 10 to 22 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The View Oceanside Grill
  • Top Notch Burgers

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • 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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (5,000 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Ballroom
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 30 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately CAD 10 to 22 for adults and from 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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-authorise 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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

Yep, Best Western Dorchester Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Dorchester Hotel on 29 May 2024 start from AU$184.21, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

The closest beach to Best Western Dorchester Hotel is Departure Bay Beach (4.9 km).

What makes Best Western Dorchester Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Best Western Dorchester Hotel.

Does Best Western Dorchester Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

No, Best Western Dorchester Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at Best Western Dorchester Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Best Western Dorchester Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 410 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1005 reviews" "

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

8/10 Good

Shirley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dinner and a stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Carly

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here are fabulous!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Paulette

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to my medical appointment. Great restaurants. Competitive prices.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Matt

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and liked the pet bed and pet food bowl in room. Was very unimpressed that the price booked online was not the price that the hotel tried to charge at check in. It took at least 15 minutes to sort out and I had to show the front desk person the online booking a couple of times, he had to calll his supervisor, he helped another guest while I waited to get the error sorted out. The issue was rectified and it was a good thing I was paying attention or would have been grossly overcharged. Checking out the next morning there was another guest dealing with the same issue. Otherwise it was a good experience, however the attempt to overcharge me and not initially charge the amount I booked the room for online has left a sour taste in my mouth.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Elaine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised by a free upgrade to a suite, which was spacious and comfortable with great views. We found the heater in the bedroom to be quite noisy. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paulette

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like to stay at the Dorchester when we come to Nanaimo for medical appointments. It's convenient to the clinic and very comfortable. The View restaurant is outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Colin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the classical downtown hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Pat

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023