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Best Western Dorchester Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Nanaimo with 3 restaurants and fitness centre

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The Best Western Dorchester Hotel pairs Departure Bay's ocean views with modern comforts. Guests can use the fitness center, enjoy breakfast with scenic vistas at two restaurants, and benefit from dry cleaning services or the on-site hair salon.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ฿2,929
฿3,398 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Room options

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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)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbour View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

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

Highlights

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

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

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Map
70 Church St, Nanaimo, BC, V9R5H4

What's nearby

  • Bastion - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Casino Nanaimo - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nanaimo Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old City Quarter - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Vancouver Island University - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red’s Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brix & Mortar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mrs. Riches - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Old City Station Pub - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Hotel near Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
You can look forward to designer shops on-site, a hair salon and laundry facilities 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 banquet hall and a lift
  • A water dispenser, a ballroom and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 71 rooms have comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and mini fridges

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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
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

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
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (5,000 square foot 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

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 are 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 16 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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-authorise 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)

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 16 kg per pet. There's a fee of CAD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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

As of 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Dorchester Hotel on 1 Dec 2025 start from ฿2,929.4, excluding 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?

Checkout 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 within a 5-minute walk of Bastion, Vancouver Island Military Museum and Nanaimo Museum. Maffeo Sutton Park and Casino Nanaimo are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Best Western Dorchester Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

6.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Courteous and friendly staff, great location, clean, well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Amin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean Room, Staff Really Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. You must get a room with a view of the harbour.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in experience was seamless, the room met expectations, staff were helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay as always
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff was pleasant to deal with, fast service.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dianna

Beautiful location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garnet

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady who checked us in was so nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUDITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central, renovated room and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
In a nice area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small hotel super location. Great transport to Hullo ferry to Vancouver. Great views from room. Bed bedding etc good.Breakfast Excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were A-one. Went above and beyond in service. Would definitely recommend staying at BW Dorchester .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What you would expect from a Best Western hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Excellent accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice job lace in the downtown. Close to harbour and great restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

QI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is easy to city walk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. The parking is tricky unless you get there early. Really great people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful and helpful staff. Would return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms are renovated but old. Floor had a 2” slope up to bathroom and was quite small
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Lovely staff, nice area, great restaurant options close by. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025