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Port Hardy travel guide

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Port Hardy is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Port Hardy to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Port Hardy

Port Hardy in December
Estimated hotel price
$88
1 night at 3-star hotel
Port Hardy in December
Estimated hotel price
$88
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Port Hardy in July, when the average temperature is 57.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 64.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 37.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 11.3″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Port Hardy, with an average rainfall of 2.1″.

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How to Get to Port Hardy

Plane

When flying to Port Hardy, you’ll arrive at Port Hardy (YZT), which is located 10 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Port Hardy is to pick up a car rental from Nanaimo, which is about 308 km from Port Hardy. You’ll find branches of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Turo, among others, in Nanaimo.

Plane

When flying to Port Hardy, you’ll arrive at Port Hardy (YZT), which is located 10 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Port Hardy is to pick up a car rental from Nanaimo, which is about 308 km from Port Hardy. You’ll find branches of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Turo, among others, in Nanaimo.

Airports near Port Hardy

YZTPort Hardy
YMPPort Mcneil
YTGSullivan Bay

Airlines serving Port Hardy

Pacific Coastal Airlines
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Where to stay in popular areas of Port Hardy

Most booked hotels in Port Hardy

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Kwa'lilas Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 801 reviews)
$112+
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Glen Lyon Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8, 479 reviews)
$109+
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Airport Inn
2 stars
Good (7.2, 373 reviews)
$79+
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Quarterdeck Inn & Marina Resort
3 stars
Good (6.8, 723 reviews)
$97+
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Pioneer Inn By The River
2 stars
Good (6.4, 437 reviews)
$91+
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North Shore Inn
2 stars
Good (6.1, 349 reviews)
$86+
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Renting a car in Port Hardy

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Port Hardy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. Compact (Toyota C-HR or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Port Hardy, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Port Hardy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. Compact (Toyota C-HR or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Port Hardy, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

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