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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Powell River travel guide

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You're Going to Love Powell River

With a population of 12,779, Powell River is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Powell River deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Powell River

Powell River in July
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Powell River in July
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Powell River in August, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 73.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 6.2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Powell River, with an average rainfall of 1.5″.

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How to Get to Powell River

Plane

When flying to Powell River, you’ll arrive at Powell River (YPW), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Powell River from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 5h 21m.

Car

Another option to get to Powell River is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 76 miles from Powell River. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.

Plane

When flying to Powell River, you’ll arrive at Powell River (YPW), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Powell River from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 5h 21m.

Car

Another option to get to Powell River is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 76 miles from Powell River. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Priceless, among others, in Vancouver.

Airports near Powell River

YPWPowell River
YQQComox
YPTMadeira Park Pender Harbor

Airlines serving Powell River

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,525 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,636 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (946 reviews)
Condor
Good (390 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,202 reviews)
Pacific Coastal Airlines
Excellent (20 reviews)
Harbour Air Seaplanes
Excellent (11 reviews)
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Where to stay in Powell River

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Old Courthouse Inn and Rodmay Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Powell River

Most booked hotels in Powell River

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Beach Gardens Resort And Marina
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 690 reviews)
$170+
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The Old Courthouse Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 346 reviews)
$109+
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Westview Centre Motel Ltd
2 stars
Good (7.9, 534 reviews)
$114+
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Rodmay Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.2, 271 reviews)
$81+
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Marland Motel
2 stars
Good (6.9, 34 reviews)
$90+
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Island View Lodge
2 stars
Good (6.7, 313 reviews)
$73+
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Renting a car in Powell River

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Powell River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83.

Expect to pay $4.24 per gallon in Powell River (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $50.88 and $67.83.