Best Western Dorchester Hotel, Nanaimo
Overview
Being located in the center of Nanaimo, 6 minutes by foot from Casino Nanaimo, the smoke-free Best Western Dorchester Hotel Nanaimo offers a shared lounge, recreational facilities, and a hair salon. The Nanaimo hotel provides Wi-Fi in public areas as well as a banquet hall and a ballroom for collective gatherings.
Location
This charming hotel is located 0.2 miles from the 19th century fortification "Bastion" and is 1.7 miles from the scenic Colliery Dam Park. Guests will also get the Best Western Dorchester Nanaimo 20 minutes' walk from Bowen Park.
A harbor are within walking distance of the property, and Westwood Lake Park is 2.9 miles away. Staying at the hotel, you can also enjoy natural sights such as Barsby Park, which is 13 minutes' walk away.
The 3-star Best Western Dorchester Hotel is also in close proximity to Front at Church bus stop.
Rooms
This accommodation features 71 rooms with coffee/tea making facilities, and such comforts as ironing facilities.
Eat & Drink
Gastronomic options include a lounge bar. The bar area includes a lounge area. Modern Cafe pampers guests with Canadian dishes and lies just around the corner from this hotel.
Leisure & Business
If you like an active lifestyle, cycling and fishing are available on site. The Best Western Dorchester has a fitness studio. Business travelers will appreciate such conveniences as a photocopy machine and safes, along with access to meeting rooms and a conference space.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Baggage storage
- Elevator
- Barber shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Canoeing
- Cycling
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Grocery shopping service
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
Media
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Recommended for:
Try Nanaimo Bars
Follow the Nanaimo Bar Trail to sample variations of this iconic dessert at local cafes like Modern Cafe and Javawocky Coffee House.
Hike Ammonite Falls
Explore Ammonite Falls via a forested trail leading to a cascading waterfall, located 15 minutes from the city center.
Snorkel Harbour Seals
Join a guided snorkel tour to observe playful harbour seals in the waters near Nanaimo Harbour.
Visit Newcastle Island
Take a short ferry ride to Newcastle Island Provincial Park for hiking trails and historic sites.
Location
Convenient Location
This location gives access to Nanaimo Harbour, Nanaimo Art Gallery, and Bastion, all within 0.5 km.
Historic Neighborhood
The Old City Quarter is a historic area featuring local shops, restaurants, and the waterfront along Commercial Street.
Local Bites to Try
Asteras Greek Taverna, The Crow & Gate Pub, and Nori Japanese Restaurant offer diverse dining options nearby.
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