Introduction
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 December
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Powell River in December
Estimated hotel price
$75
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 26h 06m.

Car

Another option to get to Powell River is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 78 miles from Powell River. You’ll find branches of Priceless and NextCar, 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 26h 06m.

Car

Another option to get to Powell River is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 78 miles from Powell River. You’ll find branches of Priceless and NextCar, among others, in Vancouver.

Airports near Powell River

YPWPowell River
YQQComox
YPTMadeira Park Pender Harbor

Airlines serving Powell River

KLM
Good (1,571 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,551 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,160 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,573 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,465 reviews)
Condor
Good (573 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (696 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,446 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (258 reviews)
Pacific Coastal Airlines
Excellent (23 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 Heritage Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Powell River

Most booked hotels in Powell River

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Westview Centre Motel Ltd
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 577 reviews)
$112+
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Waterways, A Boutique Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.9, 501 reviews)
$102+
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Powell River Town Centre Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.4, 486 reviews)
$150+
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Island View Lodge
2 stars
Good (7.2, 332 reviews)
$116+
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Marland Motel
2 stars
Good (7, 32 reviews)
$116+
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Renting a car in Powell River

Renting a car in Powell River costs $44 per day, on average, or $88 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $5.49 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 $65.87 and $87.82.

Renting a car in Powell River costs $44 per day, on average, or $88 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $5.49 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 $65.87 and $87.82.