Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Hotel
2 stars 

70 Church Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada

ExcellentBased on 1,128 reviews
8.1

C$ 133

Cheapest rate

rate per night

Provider
Nightly total
C$ 133
C$ 135
C$ 138
7 more Best Western Dorchester Hotel deals
7 more Best Western Dorchester Hotel deals

Best deals for Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Explore the most appealing deals available for Best Western Dorchester Hotel, ensuring you get the best value for your stay. Properties were last updated on 24 April 2025.
Thu 1/5
Fri 2/5
Double room
2 double beds
C$ 133
bed type unknown
C$ 135
2 double beds
C$ 138
Standard Room
bed type unknown
C$ 137
1 queen bed
C$ 139
1 queen bed
C$ 142
Executive room
1 king bed
C$ 337
King room
1 king bed
C$ 180
bed type unknown
C$ 231
1 king bed
C$ 265
Queen room
1 queen bed
C$ 110
1 queen bed
C$ 122
1 queen bed
C$ 122
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

About Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Best Western Dorchester Hotel, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 24 April 2025.
There's no better way to explore the beauty of a region than selecting a Nanaimo hotel that's right in the heart of all the adventure. Other hotels in Nanaimo, BC might try to compete, but guests keep...

Good to Know

Check-in time4:00 PM
Check-out time11:00 AM
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+1 250 754 6835

Perks and amenities at Best Western Dorchester Hotel

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Best Western Dorchester Hotel
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Free parking
  • Business centre

General

  • Quiet street view
  • Radio
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Family rooms
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Safety deposit box
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shared kitchen
  • Room service
  • Smoke alarms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Shower
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Additional toilet
  • Sofa
  • Alarm clock
  • Key card access
  • Sofa bed
  • No smoking
  • Bathtub
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Express check-out
  • Body soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Telephone
  • Air-conditioned
  • Refrigerator
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Safe
  • City view
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Clothes rack
  • Trash cans
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • TV
  • Free parking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Conditioner
  • Desk
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Private bathroom
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • 24hr front desk
  • Storage available

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
  • Casino
  • Fishing
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Business centre
  • Wake-up service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Laundry service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Beauty salon
  • Airport shuttle

Reviews for Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Best Western Dorchester Hotel, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 1,128 reviews of Best Western Dorchester Hotel to date. Review data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
8.1
Very goodBased on 1,128 verified guest reviews
Pros +
  • Great Location with fabulous harbour views. (in 42 reviews)
  • The Amazing Friendly Staff (in 106 reviews)
  • Coffee and cookies in the lobby in the morning. (in 1 review)
Cons -
  • We did not get a new smoke detector- but that’s fine. (in 3 reviews)
  • "Not Pet friendly as advertised, charged me with a $31.50 per night pet fee" (in 6 reviews)
  • The cleanliness and decor in the room (in 41 reviews)
Traveller type:
Sort by:
B
9.1 Wonderful
HotelsCombined
Very nice rooms and pleasant staff. Great location.

Photos of Best Western Dorchester Hotel

View a collection of 60 photos showcasing the rooms, amenities, and facilities of Best Western Dorchester Hotel to help you visualise your stay. Photos for this property were last updated on 24 April 2025.

Hotels similar to Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Discover other properties in Nanaimo that offer a similar experience and ambience to Best Western Dorchester Hotel. In total, there are 240 hotels serving travellers in Nanaimo. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2025.

Hotels closest to Best Western Dorchester Hotel

These are the closest hotels within a 1.4 km proximity to Best Western Dorchester Hotel. These hotels have an average nightly rate of C$ 121 vs. C$ 144 for Best Western Dorchester Hotel. Data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo
Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo

315 Rosehill Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 134
Avg. per night
View Deal
Port-O-Call Inn
Port-O-Call Inn

Port-O-Call Inn

505 Terminal Avenue North, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 108
Avg. per night
View Deal
See more nearby hotels

Cheap Nanaimo hotels

These hotels are among the lowest-priced properties for travellers in Nanaimo. Currently, the lowest price for a hotel in Nanaimo is C$ 64. The cheapest hotel is Painted Turtle Guesthouse priced at C$ 64. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
Painted Turtle Guesthouse
Painted Turtle Guesthouse

Painted Turtle Guesthouse

121 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 64
Avg. per night
View Deal
Diplomat Motel
Diplomat Motel

Diplomat Motel

333 Nicol Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 96
Avg. per night
View Deal
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo
Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

Travelodge by Wyndham Nanaimo

96 Terminal Avenue North, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 107
Avg. per night
View Deal
Harbour Light Motel
Harbour Light Motel

Harbour Light Motel

200 Nicol Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 107
Avg. per night
View Deal
See cheapest hotels in Nanaimo

Recommended hotels

These properties are recommended for travelers visiting Nanaimo. The average price of these properties is C$ 180 per night. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2025 and sourced from 51 user searches.
Coast Bastion Hotel
Coast Bastion Hotel

Coast Bastion Hotel

11 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 205
Avg. per night
View Deal
Best Western Northgate Inn
Best Western Northgate Inn

Best Western Northgate Inn

6450 Metral Drive, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
10.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 200
Avg. per night
View Deal
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo
Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

Days Inn by Wyndham Nanaimo

809 Island Highway South, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
2.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 134
Avg. per night
View Deal
See other recommended hotels

Explore Downtown, Nanaimo

Best Western Dorchester Hotel is located at 70 Church Street in the Downtown neighbourhood of Nanaimo. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 24 April 2025.

Most Popular Landmarks

Bastion

2 mins walk

0.1 km

Nanaimo Museum

4 mins walk

0.3 km

Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park

3 mins drive

1.5 km

Nanaimo Aquatic Centre

3 mins drive

2.1 km

Beach Estates Park

6 mins drive

3.8 km

Bastion

2 mins walk

0.1 km

Nanaimo Museum

4 mins walk

0.3 km

Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park

3 mins drive

1.5 km

Nanaimo Aquatic Centre

3 mins drive

2.1 km

Beach Estates Park

6 mins drive

3.8 km

Rental Cars

C$ 59 daily average

Rental cars at Nanaimo Harbour Airport

Closest Airports

Nanaimo Harbour Airport

4 mins walk

0.4 km

Nanaimo Arpt Airport

16 mins drive

14.3 km

Nanaimo Harbour Airport

4 mins walk

0.4 km

Nanaimo Arpt Airport

16 mins drive

14.3 km

Flights to Vancouver Intl

FAQs when booking at Best Western Dorchester Hotel

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding reservations, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Best Western Dorchester Hotel. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.

  • Is pricing at Best Western Dorchester Hotel comparable to 2 star hotels in Nanaimo?

    In Nanaimo, the average nightly rate for 2 stars hotels is C$ 144. The expected nightly rate for Best Western Dorchester Hotel is around C$ 182; a price that is 25% cheaper than the city average. HotelsCombined considers Best Western Dorchester Hotel to be a good deal if you’re looking to stay at a 2 stars hotel in Nanaimo.

  • How close is Best Western Dorchester Hotel to the nearest airport, Nanaimo Harbour Airport?

    There are 0.4 km between the closest airport, Nanaimo Harbour Airport, and Best Western Dorchester Hotel. The drive to the airport from the hotel should take you 0h 01m with a normal traffic flow. It’s important to take high traffic times into consideration, especially in metropolitan areas.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Nanaimo Harbour Airport to Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

    Getting from Nanaimo Harbour Airport to Best Western Dorchester Hotel can be as easy as renting a car at the airport’s rental desk for, on average, C$ 54/day in Nanaimo. Luckily, Best Western Dorchester Hotel has parking on site for guests who choose this method of transportation. Rideshare apps and taxis remain a very common solution for Best Western Dorchester Hotel guests. This is often the most cost-effective method of transportation when visiting Nanaimo.

  • Is Best Western Dorchester Hotel considered pet-friendly?

    Yes. Most house pets, such as dogs, are welcomed guests at Best Western Dorchester Hotel.

  • What is the Best Western Dorchester Hotel phone number?

    If you have questions or concerns about your stay, call +1 250 754 6835 to talk to a Best Western Dorchester Hotel front desk representative.

  • Does Best Western Dorchester Hotel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Best Western Dorchester Hotel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness center at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

    Best Western Dorchester Hotel does have a gym on-site. The gym area is only open to hotel guests and the hours and rules can change drastically from hotel to hotel. It is recommended that you contact the front desk with questions.

  • What is the check-out time at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

    Best Western Dorchester Hotel has a normal check-in time of after 4:00 PM, and check-out time of before 11:00 AM.

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

    Usually Best Western Dorchester Hotel room prices are around C$ 182/night, with the cheapest deals starting from C$ 123/night. Prices vary based on many factors (e.g. dates, time of year, room type etc.) so use the form above to see deals for your intended stay.

  • Is there a restaurant at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

    Yes, food can be ordered from the Best Western Dorchester Hotel restaurant. Opening times may vary. They also have a bar service for drinks.

  • Does Best Western Dorchester Hotel have a laundry service?

    There’s a laundry service at Best Western Dorchester Hotel that can be used by guests. Guests can also use ironing facilities.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

    For the best chance to save money on your Best Western Dorchester Hotel reservation, consider staying in December, when prices are typically at their lowest (C$ 105).

  • In what area of Nanaimo is Best Western Dorchester Hotel located?

    Best Western Dorchester Hotel is located within the Downtown area of Nanaimo. Utilize the map on this page to understand where Best Western Dorchester Hotel is in relation to the rest of Nanaimo.

  • Are there any other Best Western hotels in Nanaimo?

    In total, there are 2 locations in Nanaimo. The most popular Best Western property in Nanaimo is Best Western Dorchester Hotel.

  • What is the cheapest day to check into Best Western Dorchester Hotel?

    Consider checking into Best Western Dorchester Hotel on Sunday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of C$ 136).

See more FAQs

Millions of Reviews

Real ratings and reviews from millions of guests, just like yourself. Book your perfect stay with confidence!

Best Hotel Deals

HotelsCombined sources over 3 million hotels and properties and compiles them in one place so you can compare the ideal accommodation.

Free Cancellation

Plans change — we get it. And that’s why you can search and book hotels and accommodations on HotelsCombined from agencies that offer free cancellation