Powell River

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Photo by Geraldine Soh
Photo by Geraldine Soh

Where to stay in Powell River

Located in Powell River, BC. When the U.S. entered WWI in 1917, they embarked on a program of shipbuilding to offset heavy losses to merchant shipping from German U-Boats. As steel plate was in such great demand, government support was given for the building of seagoing ferro-concrete ships.
The WWII concrete ship-building program was more successful than its WWI counterpart. Construction was much stronger due to better cement and more steel reinforcements. Concrete bottoms, which eliminated condensation issues in steel ships, were well-suited for carrying dry cargo. These vessels handled well but were only capable of a maximum of 10 knots. All of the dismantled hulks were proud ships in their day - some fought battles of freedom, while others carried full cargoes along the world’s trade routes.
In the late 1940s, after rust and rot holed many of the original steel ships, Macmillan Bloedel settled on the collection of concrete vessels as a more permanent solution to their breakwater dilemma.

Historic Powell River Townsite

4/5(5 area reviews)

River views, historic sites, and restaurants highlight some of the notable features of Historic Powell River Townsite. Make a stop by Townsite Brewing while you're exploring.

Historic Powell River Townsite
Waterways, A Boutique Hotel

Waterways, A Boutique Hotel

2.5 out of 5
4429 Marine Avenue Powell River BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 314 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
SAR 314
SAR 362 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Powell River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Creative Rift Studio and Gallery and Powell River ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (303 reviews)
Good hotel, convenient location. Room on the smaller side but everything you need is there.

Reviewed on 6 January 2026

Waterways, A Boutique Hotel
Island View Lodge

Island View Lodge

2 out of 5
6255 Marine Avenue Powell River BC
The price is SAR 240 per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
SAR 240
SAR 276 total
12 Jan - 13 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Powell River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (655 reviews)
Every was great. Good communication

Reviewed on 22 December 2025

Island View Lodge
Powell River Town Centre Hotel

Powell River Town Centre Hotel

3.5 out of 5
4660 Joyce Ave Powell River BC
The price is SAR 483 per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
SAR 483
SAR 555 total
12 Jan - 13 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Powell River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (711 reviews)
Good but dated. Staff courteous as well

Reviewed on 16 December 2025

Powell River Town Centre Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Pure comfort and perfect location, just like you never left home!

Pure comfort and perfect location, just like you never left home!

Powell River BC
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Powell River. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Creative Rift Studio and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. As long-time ex residents of PR we found it was well located and very comfortable with lots of room. It had all the amenities we needed and more. We loved the outdoor deck and backyard. Our host Rebecca was very responsive and we enjoyed meeting her. We'd ...

Reviewed on 21 August 2025

Pure comfort and perfect location, just like you never left home!
Private waterfront cottage on Malaspina Strait

Private waterfront cottage on Malaspina Strait

Powell River BC
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Powell River. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Myrtle Point Golf Club and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
The photos on line do not do justice for how beautiful, this this. We loved how quiet the neighbourhood was. Thank you … we would definitely stay there again.

Reviewed on 10 October 2025

Private waterfront cottage on Malaspina Strait
Luxury Ocean View, home in Powell River! Super Clean

Luxury Ocean View, home in Powell River! Super Clean

Powell River BC
Stay at this vacation home in Powell River. Enjoy a water park, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Creative Rift Studio and Gallery and Nootka ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
Disappointed
The host was pleasant. The location of the property was ok, the view was excellent. But, the property was misrepresented and was not a “luxury private villa “, instead it was a basement suite in a shared home. Unfortunately, the property inside and outside was poorly maintained. The black mold, pink ...

Reviewed on 4 June 2025

Luxury Ocean View, home in Powell River! Super Clean
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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