Best Western Dorchester Hotel - Nanaimo

3-star boutique hotel with stunning harbour views in downtown Nanaimo

Accommodations & Harbour Views

Best Western Dorchester Hotel overlooks the Inner Harbour from its 71 well-appointed, non-smoking rooms. Each room includes a Keurig coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Harbour-facing suites provide front-row seats to seaplanes landing and ferries crossing the water.

Dining

The hotel houses two on-site restaurants: The View Oceanside Grill and Top Notch Burgers. The View offers local seafood dishes with spectacular water views, while Top Notch Burgers serves creative gourmet burgers in the lobby. A third dining concept, Embers, provides a wine and charcuterie experience with a speakeasy feel.

Business & Events

Best Western Dorchester Hotel offers 5000 square feet of versatile event space with professional planning services. The venue is suited for meetings, conferences, and social gatherings in downtown Nanaimo. Business travelers also benefit from free high-speed Wi-Fi and a well-equipped fitness center.

Pet-Friendly & Leisure

Designated pet-friendly rooms accommodate travelers with dogs, with pet bowls provided on request. The hotel is located within walking distance of Newcastle Island Marine Provincial Park and the Nanaimo waterfront. Guests can enjoy the sunny terrace or explore the harbour walkway directly across the street.

Location & Transportation

The Best Western Dorchester Nanaimo is across the street from the Seaplane Terminal, linking directly to Vancouver. It is a short drive to Departure Bay Ferry Terminal and within walking distance of the Nanaimo Museum and downtown shops. Free parking is available on-site, with overflow lots managed by the hotel.

• Views: 71 rooms overlooking Inner Harbour with seaplane action
• Dining: The View Oceanside Grill, Top Notch Burgers, and Embers speakeasy
• Business: 5000 sq ft event space with professional planning
• Pet Policy: Designated pet-friendly rooms with bowls provided
• Location: Across from Seaplane Terminal, minutes from ferry terminal
• Freebies: Free high-speed Wi-Fi and free on-site parking