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Spread the Cost
ATOL protected
Unbeatable prices
Popular Amenities
Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 1 Queen BedMore details
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 King BedMore details
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 2 1 Queen BedMore details
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 2 Double BedsMore details
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Refrigerator, Harbor View
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 2 Double BedsMore details
Suite, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Harbor View (with Sofabed)
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 1 King BedMore details
Family Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 6 2 Queen BedsMore detailsExecutive Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (with Sofabed)
sq ft Free wifi Free self parking Sleeps 4 1 King BedMore detailsNear Departure Bay Ferry Terminal
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 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Nanaimo Museum.
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.
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.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. 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.
Bastion - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Nanaimo Museum - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Casino Nanaimo - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Old City Quarter - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Petroglyph Park - 1.7 km / 1 mi
Protection Island - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Nanaimo Aquatic Centre - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Vancouver Island University - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Departure Bay Ferry Terminal - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi
Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Beach Estates Park - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Nanaimo Regional General Hospital - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Brechin Lanes - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Frank Crane Arena - 6 km / 3.7 mi
Departure Bay Beach - 6.2 km / 3.8 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).
English
Top family-friendly amenities
Popular Amenities
Parking and transportation
Parking (limited spaces)
Free self parking
Free parking nearby
Street parking
Uncovered parking
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in common areas
3 restaurants
A bar/lounges
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Things to do
Fitness facilities
Ballroom
Television
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
In-room safe
Guest services
Laundry facilities
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Daily housekeeping
Business services
Conference space
Business center
Conference space size (feet) - 5000
Conference space size (meters) - 465
Number of meeting rooms - 5
Conference center
Full-service spa
Conference space
Free newspapers in lobby
Conference space size (feet) - 5000
Conference space size (meters) - 465
Parking (limited spaces)
Laptop-friendly workspace
Languages spoken
English
Restaurants on site
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Activities nearby
Parking (limited spaces)
Free self parking
Free parking nearby
Street parking
Uncovered parking
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Common areas
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair accessible – no
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Children and extra beds
Property payment types
Fees
Optional extras
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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