Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Pets are allowed with a fee of CAD 20 per pet per night, varying based on length of stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.

What is the hotel's location in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in the heart of Powell River, steps from Creative Rift Studio and Gallery, and 12 minutes by foot from Max Cameron Dog Park. It is 0.7 miles from Powell River Historical Museum and Archives and 0.8 miles from Willingdon Beach Park.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Extra beds are available for a fee of CAD 15 per night. Advance request or confirmation is required.

Waterways, A Boutique Hotel

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Waterways, A Boutique Hotel is praised for friendly, accommodating staff, modern renovations with excellent showers, comfortable beds, and a convenient waterfront location near the ferry, with some rooms offering pleasant harbour views.

Common downsides include compact rooms with limited furniture, thin soundproofing that lets in traffic or ferry noise, and older windows. Parking is limited on a steep driveway, there is no elevator, and the on-site cafe/restaurant and ice machine are not operating. Expect a clean, modern, convenient base with some tradeoffs in space, noise, and accessibility.

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Cleanliness

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Facilities

Facilities are limited: parking is tight on a steep hill, there is no elevator, and the on-site cafe/restaurant and ice machine are not available. Pet friendly options and in-room coffee or kitchenette setups are mentioned.

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Cheryl

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No elevators. Steep slope for limited parking. If no parking, park on street.

8

Margret

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean but very small with no air conditioning. The parking was limited so had to park at a nearby business. Location was very close to the ferry terminal which was convenient. Check-in staff was very helpful. Even helped carry our luggage . No elevator

10

Stephen

28 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

While the property has a restaurant it’s currently not in operation. That said you don’t have to go far for restaurants. This place is right at the Ferry entrance which is convenient. Coffee machine in unit

8

Ian

24 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Limited oceanview in our room, no desk for personal computer, comfortable bed and excellent bath products, friendly front desk staff. The property does not have an elevator.

8

Ronald

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There is very little parking

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Paul

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was small and updated. Bed and shower were good. Keurig in room, microwave and mini fridge. However there were no chairs leaving us sitting on the bed. No elevator and a long staircase to carry our suitcase, cooler ect which was difficult. There isn't enough parking we had to park off the property. No food or pool available. It is close to the downtown core and the ferry.

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Janine

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I love that the property is newly renovated and that they allow us to stay with our pet. Staff is always very friendly. The street noise is a bit loud but that’s what you get for the convenient location close to the ferry. There is no elevator so if you have mobility issues let them know before so you can get a ground level room. We absolutely love the shower. Would stay here again.

10

Sam

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was so friendly and the service was prompt. Would have liked and elevator and ice machine.

10

Vern

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pet friendly

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Lurline

20 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Completely remodelled rooms with comfortable beds. It is an older hotel so not as soundproof as newer hotels with new windows. Convenient for ferry and downtown harbour access. The shower and bath towels were fabulous and the staff were friendly and helpful. No elevator - stairs only should be noted for those with mobility issues and heavy luggage but still a nice stay for the price.

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Cleanliness

Most reviews describe very clean rooms and refreshed bathrooms. A few report issues such as lingering smoke or musty odours, a wet carpet, or minor bathroom ceiling/odour concerns.

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qian lin

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room smells moldy.

10

Felicia

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfy beds, very clean, amazing shower 😍

10

Ionut

8 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice clean property Friendly staff

10

RAYMOND

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Chambre confortable et parfaitement propre.

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Edward

1 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Recently updated hotel, super clean and friendly staff. Close to restaurants and shops. Great location!

10

Mike

22 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean room, super helpful staff!, no noise issue from adjoining rooms, spectacular view

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Amber

29 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room had very very little room to walk and some lights didnt work and when we arrived the entire carpet was still wet. Friendly front desk lady 10/10 for her happy disposition and always looking to help.

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Shelley

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent customer service. Standard level of cleanliness for a hotel like this. I might suggest checking and cleaning the bathroom ceiling and pipes of the bathroom as there was a strong odour in the room unless you shut the bathroom door and kept the fan going after a shower and stains and hairs on the ceiling. The bathroom renovations look fantastic otherwise. The rooms were not super soundproof as you could hear everyone running down the hallway and the cars outside as they were single pane windows. The internet was fantastic, bed was clean and comfy for the need. The parking was reasonable, but might want to remove the seacan to a less intrusive place but I understand renos are still occuring. Also the batteries in the smoke alarm need to be replaced as it blinked red.

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Melinda

24 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is excellent and the renovations are nice however the room I had smelled so badly of an old smoking room, not enjoyable and the hotel was at capacity so there was no ability to be moved to another room.

10

Andrew

16 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything is brand new and clean.

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Rooms

Newly renovated rooms feature comfortable beds, modern bathrooms with excellent showers, and some harbour views. Many note compact layouts, limited furniture or desks, older single pane windows and thin soundproofing that allow traffic or ferry noise; Wi Fi is reported strong in one review.

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David

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Windows have to be replaced. Lots of road noise. Look as if the hotel has been redone except for the windows.

8

Amanda

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel, the bathroom is incredible! Loved the ocean views and watching the ferries. Only negative was the sound proofing, I could hear the people in the other room talking and all their movements.

8

Danita

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

small room,close to ferry was good.TV very complicated to operate.

8

Kimberly

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It was okay. The room was basically taken over by the king sized bed there was a small closet no dresser and only one bedside table. The hotel is under renovation so it was noisy. There is zero sound proofing and you can hear everything from the rooms beside and above.

10

Carol

24 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was comfortable with a good bed and a clean bathroom. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay here again.

8

Cody

28 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was great but the photos of the view are very misleading and the view was a very large part of the reason I got this room. Very disappointed in the view.

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Shelley

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent customer service. Standard level of cleanliness for a hotel like this. I might suggest checking and cleaning the bathroom ceiling and pipes of the bathroom as there was a strong odour in the room unless you shut the bathroom door and kept the fan going after a shower and stains and hairs on the ceiling. The bathroom renovations look fantastic otherwise. The rooms were not super soundproof as you could hear everyone running down the hallway and the cars outside as they were single pane windows. The internet was fantastic, bed was clean and comfy for the need. The parking was reasonable, but might want to remove the seacan to a less intrusive place but I understand renos are still occuring. Also the batteries in the smoke alarm need to be replaced as it blinked red.

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Dianne

7 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was nicely decorated, but the room that we were in was so small with a huge king size bed, and there was nowhere to hang your clothes, and we were looking out on all the pipes on the roof. also, there were no bedside lamps just one light overhead.

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Kathie

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable bed, nice shower. Noisy from the traffic. Windows were very old and are in dire need of replacement in order to cut down some noise from the road. They did supply ear plugs so they are aware. Spend some money amd upgrade!

10

Deborah

16 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was large, clean and beautiful lighting and view of the water. New modern bathroom and compfy bed. Staff readily responded to my request for a tea kettle. Business accommodations weren't great (ie. No desk or even a chair so that i could work on computer). But staff quickly responded to my request for a chair so.workable. Limited breakfast options in the area but good dinner dining. Basic but terrific staff and very çlean. On a busy intersection but quiet at night.

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Service

Service is consistently praised as friendly, welcoming and accommodating, with helpful front desk staff and housekeeping. A few guests noted no staff late at night or an unsatisfactory interaction.

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Tara

2 Feb 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Most hospitable staff ever. Helpful and accommodating. Helped us with the extras. Highly recommend. Great location, however parking might be challenging if you have mobility issues. Will come back!

8

Marcia

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The location is great for access to main street and ferry. The front desk staff were very friendly. The room and overall hotel area was clean. Having no one at the front desk later into the night makes it difficult to deal with guests that do not understand that they are not the only people visiting and need gentle reminders for appropriate behaviour. Making a phone call at night will not address the immediate concerns when guests return to hotel in the middle of the night.

10

John

17 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great front desk people, and AMAZING Housekeeping crew. Also, very nice room with a fantastic shower. And several very good restaurants nearby. Thanks!

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Janet

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room 101 is not recommended Broken window - no fresh air Room smelled like cleaning solution Noise was unbearable as the room is right next to the front desk. Spoke with receptionist, accused of lying and left extremely disappointed and unrested

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Dan

14 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room smelt like old stale smoke, no elevator with very steep stairs to the second level. When asked if they had anything on the first floor due to a travelling partner with mobility issues I was just dismissed.

10

Dinesh

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The facility is a highly pleasant place to stay, offering a comfortable and welcoming environment. The front desk staff provide exceptional service, ensuring a positive and professional experience for all guests.

10

Colin

9 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was great. Rooms were nice and clean. Bed was vwry comfortable

10

Vincent

3 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent customer service from front desk, clean and nice room.

10

Tom

4 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Recently renovated, and what a great job! Beautiful, comfortable & clean rooms. The front staff was amazing. Very friendly, accommodating and caring.

8

Trisha

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was clean with a great view, staff was wonderful and went over and above, pet friendly with walking trails nearby, nice updated hotel.

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Location

Highly convenient next to the ferry and within walking distance of restaurants, shops and the waterfront, with some rooms offering water views. Street and ferry activity can bring noticeable early morning or traffic noise.

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Cathy

28 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous shower. Great location

10

Lorn

16 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent experience excellent parking walkable to the ferry. Very friendly staff, lovely remodelled hotel

10

Maxim

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, good location, steps to ferry.

10

Winter

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing view of the ocean! Near the ferry terminal and near many restaurants. Friendly staff, easy check-in and check-out process. The suite inside was modern and very comfortable.

10

Diane

16 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient for ferry to Vancouver Island

10

Steve

25 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location ...near restaurants and businesses and to the ferry to Comox.

10

Edward

1 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Recently updated hotel, super clean and friendly staff. Close to restaurants and shops. Great location!

10

Meghan

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My room had an amazing view and location wise youre right by the Ferry Terminal. It wasn't too busy this time of year and a perfect stay. Location of hotel is walkable and you can reach many restaurants, seawall, ferry terminal and shopping spots within walking distance.

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Hakon B

14 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Nice location with good views and good overall rooms. A bit sparsely equipped though and room was bot fully prepped upon arrival.

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Louise

16 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel that is close to ferry. Bathroom was big and modern with a great shower! Sadly some guests don't follow the quiet time hours...

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Dining

There is no active on-site dining or breakfast, and no vending machine or ice; guests rely on nearby eateries. A few mention a closed cafe or restaurant and a vintage soda shop awaiting renovation.

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Raj

19 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very odd setup. A guest would go to the back of the building, park on a hill, then walk to the front of the building to check in. We dropped our luggage (one of us waited with it) in front of the building. Friendly staff. Pricey for the size of the room. Close to the ferry terminal. The doors are too close together. No security lock on the door. White lights, not yellow. Bright. No food, not even a vending machine. The stairs are very steep to the second floor. I could not imagine lugging a suitcase up there. You can hear the people walking above you.

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Luanne

21 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Newly renovated hotel. Staff is very kind. Past reviews were bad and feel based on a run down. Hotel. That is no longer the case. Cafe was not open, thinking it’s still being Renovated. If you’re catching a ferry to Comox or Texada island, it’s at your doorstep!

10

Samantha

19 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very friendly staff, clean room, nice shower, comfortable bed. Breakfast / food would be a nice touch 😋

10

Ian

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Well done upgrades of the hotel, including great bed and linens, bathroom and lighting. Staff were great and interested in feedback. Still a work in progress with respect to the restaurant and pub, will be interesting to see what they have done next time we are in town

10

Stephen

28 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

While the property has a restaurant it’s currently not in operation. That said you don’t have to go far for restaurants. This place is right at the Ferry entrance which is convenient. Coffee machine in unit

6

Paul

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was small and updated. Bed and shower were good. Keurig in room, microwave and mini fridge. However there were no chairs leaving us sitting on the bed. No elevator and a long staircase to carry our suitcase, cooler ect which was difficult. There isn't enough parking we had to park off the property. No food or pool available. It is close to the downtown core and the ferry.

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Fernando

20 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very friendly. The recent renovations were very well thought-out, making maximum use of the limited space in our room. The bathroom and toiletries were great, although the bathroom could have used some more shelving for personal items and some hooks on the wall, rather than just small hooks above the toilet and one hook on the door. Parking was also limited and unloading and loading the car was awkward since there is only a small pull-out at the front of the hotel. There is a vintage soda shop in the hotel that is awaiting renovation. It would be great if that was to re-open (as a soda shop) sometime soon.

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Deborah

16 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was large, clean and beautiful lighting and view of the water. New modern bathroom and compfy bed. Staff readily responded to my request for a tea kettle. Business accommodations weren't great (ie. No desk or even a chair so that i could work on computer). But staff quickly responded to my request for a chair so.workable. Limited breakfast options in the area but good dinner dining. Basic but terrific staff and very çlean. On a busy intersection but quiet at night.

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Waterways, A Boutique Hotel

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

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