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8.1 / 10 Guest Rating

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

70 Church St., Nanaimo, ca

Best Western Dorchester Hotel - main view

About the Property

Stunning Waterfront Views

Luxurious Amenities

Delicious Dining Options

Experience the breathtaking waterfront views at the downtown Nanaimo hotel, overlooking the Inner Harbour. Stay connected with free WiFi and take advantage of complimentary parking. Relax in rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs and enjoy the convenience of in-room coffee makers and free local calls. Indulge in delectable dishes and impeccable service at The View restaurant or grab a bite at Top Notch Burgers. With the Departure Bay BC Ferry Terminal and the Bastion Museum just a short distance away, adventure is at your doorstep. Book now for an unforgettable stay at the Best Western Dorchester Hotel.

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

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 deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

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Queen Room - Non-Smoking

The double room provides a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit offers 1 bed.

15 sqm
Sleeps 2
1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioning

1 Queen Bed, Nonsmoking

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$240.78

$192.62

Includes taxes & fees
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Double Room with Two Double Beds - Photo 5
1/5

Double Room with Two Double Beds

The quadruple room offers a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit has 2 beds.

21 sqm
Sleeps 4
2 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioning

2 double beds, nonsmoking

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$245.25

$196.2

Includes taxes & fees
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Double Room with Two Double Beds and Harbor View - Photo 2
Double Room with Two Double Beds and Harbor View - Photo 3
Double Room with Two Double Beds and Harbor View - Photo 4
Double Room with Two Double Beds and Harbor View - Photo 5
Double Room with Two Double Beds and Harbor View - Photo 6
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Double Room with Two Double Beds and Harbor View

The quadruple room features a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit has 2 beds.

21 sqm
Sleeps 4
2 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioning

2 Double Beds, Nonsmoking, Harbor View

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$249.73

$199.78

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8.1
Excellent1495 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the location and frequently praise the friendly staff.

Categories

Cleanliness6.8
Service7.8
Location9.3
Room Quality7.3
Amenities7.8
Value for Money8.7
Food and Beverage8.8
Overall Experience8.4

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peterchCH
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 20, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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NoellecaCA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 20, 2026

"A fine place with good restaurants"

8.0

Great location to attend events at the Port Theater

Nothing

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MonikachCH
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family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 19, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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Vila MasesES
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extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 17, 2026

"Un hotel agradable y muy bien situado!"

8.0

Ubicación perfecta, de hecho fue lo que me hizo decidir mi estancia aquí, además la parada tanto para llegar como venir del ferry está muy muy cerca. Habitación de tamaño correcto y camas cómodas. Descuento en el restaurante Top Notch que está dentro del mismo edificio si te alojas en el hotel. Tiene un pequeño gimnasio por si te quieres poner en forma durante tu alojamiento. Personal atento y amable en todo momento. Repetiría sin duda! Hay aparcamiento disponible aunque en mi caso no lo utilicé.

Pues, la verdad no tengo queja. Aunque sí que las camas son quizás un poco pequeñas para dos personas.

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CappetousUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 16, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

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 huge checkmark in the plus category. We hung out in the restaurant and bar. The French Onion Soup was deelish and what a fun atmosphere with many patrons. The coffee shops and retailers nearby were high quality with unique offerings.

We understand that the hotel has been beautifully remodeled. That said, the floor in our room was uneven in spots like the bathroom and bedroom area. Not a hug deal for us but if a guest had balance issues it could be a problem. We wished we had a marble to roll on the floor to see the pitch. = ) Also, the coffee maker in our room was not working. The hotel addressed it as soon as we reported it. One last minor issue was the super bright LED numbers on the AC unit facing the bed. I was tempted to cover it with something but didn't have tape. Just mentioning these as inconveniences, not deal breakers. We love Nanaimo and would stay at BW Dorchester again in a heartbeat!

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DavecaCA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 16, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

The power went off in the middle of the night. It could have been tragic as my partner needs a CPAP machine to breathe. With out this machine he had a very restless sleep.

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J. KevincaCA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 13, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

Friendly staff. Very comfortable. Great view of the harbour. We had a fantastic meal at the Oceanside View Restaurant attached to the hotel.

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VivianmxMX
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 12, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

The room was bright and clean and nicely designed

Nothing in particular.

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AnitacaCA
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 11, 2026

"Good"

2.0
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FelicitycaCA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 10, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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