Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Hotels
Finding rooms for you...
8.4
/10
Very Good
1,016 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Joseph

10.0
/ 10
Beautiful area and nice property. Located walking distance to multiple restaurants and shopping. I’d definitely stay here again.

Larry

10.0
/ 10
Stall accommodated my Expedia request for an early check in, as we flew in by seaplane at noon. That was perfect after a long morning of travelling. Front desk staff helpful in pointing out attractions and shopping and dining. However we ate twice in the hotel’s restaurant as the food as service was great. This must be a fun place to work, even the housekeeping staff were above and beyond

Liza

10.0
/ 10
Great location excellent value Helpful staff Gym and laundry on site Free parking
In the Area
See Map
70 Church St, Regional District of Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada, V9R5H4

Main Facilities

Read More
Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
WiFi
Elevator
Staying at Best Western Dorchester Hotel is a good choice when you are visiting Regional District of Nanaimo. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
Read More
Login successful!
Now you can enjoy more benefits, including the option to pay near your stay date!

What's around Best Western Dorchester Hotel

70 Church St, Regional District of Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada, V9R5H4
Discover More Places
Lobby Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Lobby 2 Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Discover More About Best Western Dorchester Hotel

General


In Nanaimo (Downtown Nanaimo)

Location


With a stay at Best Western Dorchester Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Nanaimo, a 5-minute drive from Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and 15 minutes from Duke Point Ferry Terminal. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Bastion and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from The Globe Live Studio.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Bastion - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
The Globe Live Studio - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
The Port Theatre - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Vancouver Island Military Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Nanaimo Museum - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Maffeo Sutton Park - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Vancouver Island Conference Centre - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Casino Nanaimo - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Old City Quarter - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
The OV Arts Centre - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Petroglyph Park - 1.7 km / 1 mi
Protection Island - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Vancouver Island University - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi

The nearest airports are:
Nanaimo, BC (ZNA-Nanaimo Harbour Water Aerodrome) - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Nanaimo, BC (YCD) - 14.1 km / 8.7 mi
Sechelt, BC (YHS-Sunshine Coast Regional) - 101.9 km / 63.3 mi
Maple Bay, BC (YAQ-Maple Bay Seaplane Base) - 56 km / 34.8 mi
Ganges, BC (YGG-Ganges Harbour Seaplane Base) - 58.1 km / 36.1 mi

The preferred airport for Best Western Dorchester Hotel is Nanaimo, BC (YCD).

Facilities


Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a hair salon. Additional amenities at this hotel include shopping on site, a ballroom, and a vending machine.

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Nanaimo? This hotel has 5000 square feet (465 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 5 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Dining


Satisfy your appetite at Top Notch Burgers, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Rooms


Stay in one of 71 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

All facilities in Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Entertainment Facility Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Entertainment Facility
Functional Hall Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Functional Hall
Common Space Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Common Space
Lobby Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Lobby
Accommodation Services Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Accommodation Services

Public Facilities

  • Parking
  • Smoke-free area
  • Safety deposit box
  • Coffee/tea in lobby
  • Elevator

General

  • Banquet
  • Ballroom
  • Parking

Business Facilities

  • Business facilities
  • Conference center
  • Conference rooms

Things to Do

  • Winery tours
  • Shops

Hotel Services

  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour Receptionist

Nearby Facilities

  • Shops
  • Hair salon

Transportation

  • Limited parking

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Sports and Recreations

  • Fitness center

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
16:00 - 00:00
Check-out:
Before 11:00

General Check-in Instructions

  • 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, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
, Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pets

Limited Number Of Pets In Room
Read All

General Information

Popular Facilities
Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 16:00 - 00:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Best Western Dorchester Hotel
71
Number of floors in Best Western Dorchester Hotel
4
Another facilities in Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Smoke-free area, Safety deposit box, Coffee/tea in lobby, Banquet, Ballroom

Frequently asked question in Best Western Dorchester Hotel

What are available facilities at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?
There are top facilites at Best Western Dorchester Hotel such as Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?
The standard check-in time at Best Western Dorchester Hotel is starting from 16:00 - 00:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00
Does Best Western Dorchester Hotel provide breakfast?
Yes, Best Western Dorchester Hotel provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Best Western Dorchester Hotel has a 2.5-star rating.
How many floors does Best Western Dorchester Hotel have?
Best Western Dorchester Hotel has 4.
See All

More Reviews from Other Guests in Best Western Dorchester Hotel

8.4
Very Good
From 1,016 reviews
Cleanliness

8.8

Room Comfort

8.2

Service and Facilites

8.8

Sort by
Most Relevant
Preferences
See All

Traveler Reviews Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Number of reviews per page
20
40
Top reviews
Joseph
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful area and nice property. Located walking distance to multiple restaurants and shopping. I’d definitely stay here again.
Lisa
icon-with Children
with Children
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff was friendly and wonderful! After a long day of travel sadly our room was not cleaned until 4:45pm. When arriving into our room the toilet would not flush/ simple chain fix and there was an ear wig under the bed sheets.
Darren
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Stayed here for a weekend. Location was great, right by the harbour and close to many restaurants and shops. Rooms were a little small but fairly clean. The biggest issue was parking as the hotel only has a very small parking lot attached to it, and there is an “overflow” parking lot a couple blocks away but even that only contains 12 spots. Both lots were full most of the time so I ended up having to park on the street which isn’t ideal. Tried the seafood restaurant in the hotel and it was pretty good. Overall a good stay minus the parking.
Read More
Larry
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Stall accommodated my Expedia request for an early check in, as we flew in by seaplane at noon. That was perfect after a long morning of travelling. Front desk staff helpful in pointing out attractions and shopping and dining. However we ate twice in the hotel’s restaurant as the food as service was great. This must be a fun place to work, even the housekeeping staff were above and beyond
Read More
Melisa
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Careful with the vending machines but the free laundry was amazing sure busy but it came in handy not having to find a laundromat. There is a server at the restaurant that didnt want to serve us and even huffed at us while ordering drinks at night. But over all was a decent stay.
Liza
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great location excellent value Helpful staff Gym and laundry on site Free parking
Hector
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The hotel is perfectly located by the waterfront. The lobby and hallways stink! Not sure what it was, it was a mix of cat litter and/or bad food. Our room was not ready when we checked in. Disappointing but it was not a long wait. The room itself was clean, spacious and a fantastic view.
Baltazar
icon-Family
Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Well located.
Regan
icon-with Friends
with Friends
6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The room we had on the first floor smelled very odd to say the least
David
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

No issues
Glen
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very clean rooms and property. Staff was very helpful, friendly and accommodating. Would come back again
Jeffrey
icon-with Friends
with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Front desk service (including parking) was outstanding. Lots of space in our room. Aging property meant great value and a very comfortable stay
Tyler
icon-with Children
with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Hard to find parking. Very limited spots
William
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Didn’t have breakfast
Jane
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Laundry room closed. Good burger restaurant in Hotel. Noisy hotel room noise, odd stairs not good for handicapped. You get what you pay for
Kelly
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Wondered why my room was not cleaned first 2 days so went to front desk. Lady says "you had to let us know by 10pm if you wanted the room cleaned". Nobody told us this. Had NO idea. So I asked if we coukd have our room cleaned for today, she said no. Could we at least ger fresh towels? She said maybe, would check. Came back to room at 4pm.... NOTHING! Staff are powerless. No ability to pivot of a situation or make a deciaion. "Rules are rules" I guess. Liked the hotel but will probably stay across street next time. GREAT restaurant at hotel though which was highlight.
Read More
Jamie
icon-with Partner
with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Room wasn't very clean. No sealing around the door so all night the noise was nonstop. Just an old hotel. Parking sucked. Laundry machines weren't working. Had to fight for hot water. Other wise great beds, good towels, easy to get to in a great location.
thomas
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Clean room, decent view. Close to a late night ferry arrival and just needed rest. Best sleep ever. The main floor restaurant had just what I needed before hitting the road.
Christine Mae
icon-Family
Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location, view, and staff!!
Graeme
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great trip. Hotel was excellent!
Number of reviews per page
20
40

Ready to make up your mind?

Book Your Stay Now
Exterior 4 Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: It is the hotel's responsibility to ensure that all photos are accurate. Traveloka will not be held responsible for any photo inaccuracies.
8.4
Very Good
From 1,016 reviews
Cleanliness

8.8

Room Comfort

8.2

Service and Facilites

8.8

Sort by
Most Relevant
Preferences
See All

Traveler Reviews Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Number of reviews per page
20
40
Top reviews
Joseph
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful area and nice property. Located walking distance to multiple restaurants and shopping. I’d definitely stay here again.
Lisa
icon-with Children
with Children
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff was friendly and wonderful! After a long day of travel sadly our room was not cleaned until 4:45pm. When arriving into our room the toilet would not flush/ simple chain fix and there was an ear wig under the bed sheets.
Darren
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Stayed here for a weekend. Location was great, right by the harbour and close to many restaurants and shops. Rooms were a little small but fairly clean. The biggest issue was parking as the hotel only has a very small parking lot attached to it, and there is an “overflow” parking lot a couple blocks away but even that only contains 12 spots. Both lots were full most of the time so I ended up having to park on the street which isn’t ideal. Tried the seafood restaurant in the hotel and it was pretty good. Overall a good stay minus the parking.
Read More
Larry
icon-with Partner
with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Stall accommodated my Expedia request for an early check in, as we flew in by seaplane at noon. That was perfect after a long morning of travelling. Front desk staff helpful in pointing out attractions and shopping and dining. However we ate twice in the hotel’s restaurant as the food as service was great. This must be a fun place to work, even the housekeeping staff were above and beyond
Read More
Melisa
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Careful with the vending machines but the free laundry was amazing sure busy but it came in handy not having to find a laundromat. There is a server at the restaurant that didnt want to serve us and even huffed at us while ordering drinks at night. But over all was a decent stay.
Liza
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great location excellent value Helpful staff Gym and laundry on site Free parking
Hector
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The hotel is perfectly located by the waterfront. The lobby and hallways stink! Not sure what it was, it was a mix of cat litter and/or bad food. Our room was not ready when we checked in. Disappointing but it was not a long wait. The room itself was clean, spacious and a fantastic view.
Baltazar
icon-Family
Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Well located.
Regan
icon-with Friends
with Friends
6.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The room we had on the first floor smelled very odd to say the least
David
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

No issues
Glen
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very clean rooms and property. Staff was very helpful, friendly and accommodating. Would come back again
Jeffrey
icon-with Friends
with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Front desk service (including parking) was outstanding. Lots of space in our room. Aging property meant great value and a very comfortable stay
Tyler
icon-with Children
with Children
8.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Hard to find parking. Very limited spots
William
10.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Didn’t have breakfast
Jane
icon-with Partner
with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Laundry room closed. Good burger restaurant in Hotel. Noisy hotel room noise, odd stairs not good for handicapped. You get what you pay for
Kelly
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Wondered why my room was not cleaned first 2 days so went to front desk. Lady says "you had to let us know by 10pm if you wanted the room cleaned". Nobody told us this. Had NO idea. So I asked if we coukd have our room cleaned for today, she said no. Could we at least ger fresh towels? She said maybe, would check. Came back to room at 4pm.... NOTHING! Staff are powerless. No ability to pivot of a situation or make a deciaion. "Rules are rules" I guess. Liked the hotel but will probably stay across street next time. GREAT restaurant at hotel though which was highlight.
Read More
Jamie
icon-with Partner
with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Room wasn't very clean. No sealing around the door so all night the noise was nonstop. Just an old hotel. Parking sucked. Laundry machines weren't working. Had to fight for hot water. Other wise great beds, good towels, easy to get to in a great location.
thomas
icon-
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Clean room, decent view. Close to a late night ferry arrival and just needed rest. Best sleep ever. The main floor restaurant had just what I needed before hitting the road.
Christine Mae
icon-Family
Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great location, view, and staff!!
Graeme
10.0
/10
Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great trip. Hotel was excellent!
Number of reviews per page
20
40