Best Western Dorchester Hotel

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Scored 8
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.1
  • Pet friendly
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
  • Baggage storage
  • Heating

This downtown Nanaimo hotel overlooks the Inner Harbor and is across the street from the Seaplane Terminal. The hotel offers free WiFi and free parking. The Best Western Dorchester Hotel features a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A coffee maker and free local calls under 30 minutes are also provided. The View restaurant at the Dorchester Best Western offers spectacular water views, phenomenal food, and amazing service. Guests can also enjoy exciting food and a refreshing cocktail at Top Notch Burgers, located in the lobby. The Departure Bay BC Ferry Terminal is 2.5 miles away. The Bastion Museum is 0.9 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Fitness center
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Best Western
Hotel chain/brand
Best Western

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Free parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Carlos
United States United States
“The rooms were very clean and accommodating. The staff was very helpful and friendly, and parking was easy. The air conditioning was very comfortable.”
Fiona
Canada Canada
“The little bit of view was spectacular. Location was outstanding”
Sandra
United States United States
“The location was perfect -near water and downtown. The restaurant was bright and fun. Servers were so attentive.”
Travis
United States United States
“Amazing location. Plenty to walk to from the hotel.”
Charlie
United States United States
“The room was quite comfortable, had a reasonable harbor view too. It was very clean and the hotel had apparently been updated. It is right in the middle of the nicest part of town !”
Kenneth
United States United States
“Location on the wharf and closeness to restaurants and coffee shops”
Noelle
Canada Canada
“Great location to attend events at the Port Theater”
Cappeto
United States United States
“We were in room 309. The room is beautifully appointed, nice view, bed was super comfortable, the fridge was a huge plus, great outdoor roof access. We had our dog with us and the whole set up was super convenient. Having parking included puts a...”
J
Canada Canada
“Friendly staff. Very comfortable. Great view of the harbour. We had a fantastic meal at the Oceanside View Restaurant attached to the hotel.”
Sandra
Australia Australia
“Arrived late and were well looked after. Food and service in restaurant were great. Great location for town and harbour”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Top Notch Burgers
  • Cuisine
    American • Seafood
  • Open for
    Brunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Amenities of Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Fitness center
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Best Western Dorchester Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of CAD 200 is required on arrival. That's about $143. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 19
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverCarte Blanche Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of CAD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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