Best Western Dorchester Hotel

70 Church Street, Nanaimo, Canada - Overlooks Inner Harbour

Featuring a restaurant, the eco-friendly Best Western Dorchester Hotel Nanaimo lies a mere 5 minutes' walk from the 19th century fortification "Bastion". Located a few steps from Vancouver Island Military Museum, the 3-star hotel offers a lounge bar, a sundeck, recreational facilities, and a hair salon.

Location

Guests can access Harewood Centennial Park 2.5 km from this charming hotel, while Nanaimo Bastion is merely 1.6 km away. You can reach the centre of Nanaimo in 10 minutes on foot. The Best Western Nanaimo is conveniently situated across the street from a harbour. The property is also within reach of Morrell Nature Sanctuary and Downtown Nanaimo Transit Exchange bus station is around 900 metres away. For those travelling from afar, Nanaimo Harbour Water airport is 5 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

Best Western Dorchester Hotel has 71 rooms appointed with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a radio, as well as self-catering options such as coffee and tea makers. They come with a separate toilet and a shower along with such comforts as hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Guests might also enjoy excellent views of the sea.

Food & Drinks

The hotel features a delicious buffet breakfast every morning. Within 5 minutes' walk of the smoke-free Best Western, Gina's Mexican Cafe serves Mexican dishes.

Leisure & Activities

This property offers sport activities, such as cycling and fisheries. A conference space and a business centre with a photocopier and complimentary wireless internet access are available for those travelling for business.

Why choose Best Western Dorchester Hotel Nanaimo

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  • Spacious event spaces available

  • On-site dining with harbour views

  • Pet-friendly accommodations offered

  • Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi access

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • Free parking

  • 24-hour services

  • Express check-in/ -out

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Sports activities

  • On-site Dining

  • Meeting facilities

  • Air conditioning

  • Pets

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour services
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Fitness/Gym
  • Sports activities
  • On-site Dining
  • Meeting facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Free parking

Activities

  • Fitness centre
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Fishing

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Barber shop
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Grocery shopping service

Dining options

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

In the kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Business facilities

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Recreation

  • Sun terrace

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Devices

  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 16:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 11:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cots provided in a room.

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From USD 95 per night
Check-in 4 Feb 2026
Check-out 5 Feb 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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    70 Church Street, Nanaimo, Canada

    Important information
    Best Western Dorchester Hotel
    Check-in:
    from 16:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 11:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • There are no cots provided in a room.