Best Western Dorchester Hotel
Harbour views, downtown convenience, and pet-friendly stays in Nanaimo
About this stay
Overlooking Nanaimo's Inner Harbour, the Best Western Dorchester Hotel places you directly across from the Seaplane Terminal, making arrivals and departures smooth. This downtown location means easy access to local attractions and the waterfront promenade. Guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and free parking, a welcome convenience in the city center. Rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs and coffee makers, ensuring a comfortable stay. Dining options include The View restaurant, which lives up to its name with spectacular water vistas, and Top Notch Burgers in the lobby for a more casual bite and refreshing cocktails. The hotel caters to various travelers, from families to couples, and is a pet-friendly choice for those exploring Vancouver Island.
- Inner Harbour views
- Downtown location
- Pet-friendly
- Free parking
Our take
Setting is the reason to stay at the Best Western Dorchester: downtown Nanaimo, overlooking the harbour and directly across from the Seaplane Terminal. Free parking and WiFi, The View restaurant with water vistas, Top Notch Burgers in the lobby and a pet-friendly policy add practical value. My advice: request a harbour-facing room when booking, and use it as a base for walks along the waterfront and a floatplane connection.
- ✓Book a room facing the Inner Harbour for the best water views and to watch the seaplanes.
- ✓Take advantage of the free parking, a valuable amenity for downtown Nanaimo.
- ✓Explore the waterfront promenade directly from the hotel, perfect for an evening stroll.
Why we love it
- Directly overlooks Nanaimo's Inner Harbour
- Conveniently located across from the Seaplane Terminal
- Pet-friendly accommodation for all seasons
- On-site dining with water views
Why guests love itI would recommend the Best Western Dorchester to families who want downtown Nanaimo with water in view. The hotel overlooks the harbour, directly across from the Seaplane Terminal, so watching the floatplanes take off is free entertainment for children. Parking and WiFi are free, which keeps a road trip simple, and rooms have coffee makers. The View restaurant has water vistas, and Top Notch Burgers in the lobby suits a casual meal. Pets are accepted.
Guest reviews
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