Comunidad histórica de Powell River

Río Powell

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. 
(September 2019)

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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. 
(September 2019)

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Island View Lodge

Island View Lodge

2 out of 5
6255 Marine Avenue Powell River BC
El precio es de 70 € por noche del 9 feb al 10 feb
70 €
Del 9 feb al 10 feb
incluye tasas e impuestos
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7,6/10 Good! (662 comentarios)
Amazing experience every time we come there. 10/10

Comentario del 29 de ene de 2026

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The Old Courthouse Inn

The Old Courthouse Inn

2.5 out of 5
6243 Walnut Street Powell River BC
Quédate en este hotel de Río Powell. Entre otras cosas, cuenta con desayuno gratis, wifi gratis y aparcamiento gratuito. Algunos aspectos que los huéspedes destacan ...
8,8/10 Excellent! (623 comentarios)
The hotel is funky in a good way. Its an old building and things are not perfect but it was clean and the beds super comfortable. Very friendly manager . Breakfast at the restaurant diwnstairs was delicious. If you like everything modern and perfect this won't suit you but if you prefer character ...

Comentario del 28 de ene de 2026

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Waterways, A Boutique Hotel

Waterways, A Boutique Hotel

2.5 out of 5
4429 Marine Avenue Powell River BC
El precio es de 76 € por noche del 8 feb al 9 feb
76 €
Del 8 feb al 9 feb
incluye tasas e impuestos
Quédate en este hotel de Río Powell. Entre otras cosas, cuenta con wifi gratis, aparcamiento gratuito y servicio de limpieza diario. Dos atracciones turísticas ...
8,8/10 Excellent! (310 comentarios)
Staff attended to a broken blind as quickly as they could. Great renovations -- I stayed in this building before renovations and said I would never again. Glad I gave it another try.

Comentario del 4 de feb de 2026

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Beyond Bliss Hotel Suites

Beyond Bliss Hotel Suites

3 out of 5
4555 Marine Ave Powell River BC
El precio es de 127 € por noche del 9 feb al 10 feb
127 €
Del 9 feb al 10 feb
incluye tasas e impuestos
Quédate en este hotel con spa de Río Powell. Entre otras cosas, cuenta con wifi gratis, aparcamiento gratuito y un spa completo. Dos atracciones turísticas populares ...
9,2/10 Wonderful! (431 comentarios)
Spotless room with great decor. Incredible view of the sea from the balcony. Desk with all the plug-ins you need. Super bathroom. Minutes from the ferry. Easy access to the key box. Great restaurant downstairs. Handy descrptions for nearby eateries.

Comentario del 6 de feb de 2026

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Powell River Town Centre Hotel

Powell River Town Centre Hotel

3.5 out of 5
4660 Joyce Ave Powell River BC
Completamente reembolsableReserva ahora y paga durante la estancia
El precio es de 127 € por noche del 4 mar al 5 mar
127 €
Del 4 mar al 5 mar
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Quédate en este hotel de Río Powell. Entre otras cosas, cuenta con wifi gratis, aparcamiento gratuito y 2 restaurantes. Algunos aspectos que los huéspedes destacan ...
8,4/10 Very Good! (713 comentarios)
Good but dated. Staff courteous as well

Comentario del 16 de dic de 2025

Powell River Town Centre Hotel
Westview Centre Motel Ltd.

Westview Centre Motel Ltd.

2 out of 5
4534 Marine Ave Powell River BC
El precio es de 99 € por noche del 1 mar al 2 mar
99 €
Del 1 mar al 2 mar
incluye tasas e impuestos
Quédate en este motel de negocios de Río Powell. Entre otras cosas, cuenta con wifi gratis, aparcamiento gratuito y servicio de limpieza diario. Algunos aspectos ...
7,8/10 Good! (326 comentarios)
Good views.

Comentario del 27 de oct de 2025

Westview Centre Motel Ltd.
Precio más bajo por noche encontrado en las últimas 24 horas para una estancia de 1 noche y 2 adultos. Los precios y la disponibilidad están sujetos a cambios. Pueden aplicarse términos y condiciones adicionales.



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