The Old Courthouse Inn

Hotel · Powell River

The Old Courthouse Inn

Hotel · Powell River
6243 Walnut St, Powell River, BC V8A 4K4, Canada

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Stay in a charming, historic 1939 courthouse-turned-B&B with cozy vintage rooms, modern perks, and a delicious included breakfast at Edie Rae's café.  

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6243 Walnut St, Powell River, BC V8A 4K4, Canada Get directions

oldcourthouseinn.ca
@inntheoldcourthouse

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6243 Walnut St, Powell River, BC V8A 4K4, Canada Get directions

+1 604 483 3343
oldcourthouseinn.ca
@inntheoldcourthouse

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kazk748

Google
I recently stayed at The Old Courthouse Inn in Powell River and had a wonderful experience. This unique heritage property offers charm, comfort, and a real sense of history—all in a welcoming atmosphere.||Highlights of My Stay:||Historic Character: The inn is full of personality, with beautiful architectural details and a warm, nostalgic feel that reflects its roots as a 1939 courthouse.||Comfortable Room: The room I stayed in was quiet, clean, and thoughtfully decorated—perfect for a relaxing and restful stay.||Delicious Breakfast: Breakfast at Edie Rae’s Café was a real treat—fresh, well-prepared, and served in a charming setting.||Genuine Hospitality: I had the pleasure of meeting Kelly Belanger, the owner. His warm and friendly approach really made me feel at home and added a personal touch to the visit.||Great Location: Situated in the historic Townsite area, it’s an ideal base to explore Powell River’s coastal charm, trails, and local gems like Townsite Brewing.||Final Thoughts:|If you’re looking for a stay with character, comfort, and a personal touch, I highly recommend The Old Courthouse Inn. I truly appreciated the care and attention that went into every part of the experience—and I look forward to returning.

Navigate24146964095

Google
Coming from Vancouver Island, the Courthouse was a great place to start our tour of the Sunshine Coast. We spent two very comfortable nights. The decor showed the historic times of the hotel and region. The rooms had up to date plumbing, fixtures and comfortable beds. Definitely worth revisiting.

Departure21256956226

Google
Bed was comfortable,shower was excellent and was quiet. Fresh with no fragrances.The breakfast was great that was provided with room stay, especially the homemade biscuits. Very unique hotel. We ate at Monks on Marine and had an excellent meal.

Rachel Worsley

Google
We booked this hotel through Expedia but unfortunately, due to an issue with Expedia, we arrived to find that we had no reservation and the hotel was full. Apparently, this has been happening with Expedia bookings recently so I wouldn't book through them until it's fixed!! Book directly with the hotel instead. However, Kelly, who was working the front desk of the hotel, was amazing!! He was very apologetic, even though it was not the hotel's fault, and he helped us find new accommodation near by. He even covered breakfast at the hotel for us the next day - which was delicious!! If I came back to Powell River, I would definitely stay at this hotel since their service was top notch and it looked very cute from what we go to see of it. Great breakfast too. Thanks Kelly!!!

marcn958

Google
Just a wonderful experience at the Old Courthouse Inn. Incredible history and charm at the centre of the old town site. The breakfast ( included with the room) at Edie Rae’s was absolutely delicious. Will definitely be back as it is reason enough to visit PR again.

Brett McCrindle

Google
Who doesn't love a historical building? The hallway decor provides a tactile snapshot of bygone times and people in addition to the charms of the building itself - a converted courthouse. And lest I forget about the charm the staff provides with their warmth and flexibility. I loved the beds and the 'rainfall' shower and free breakfast in the bright, beautiful Edie Rae's Cafe is the perfect start to any day!

Roy van Eerden

Google
We have stayed at the Inn on three occasions and would definitely go back if/when we visit Powell River again. The rooms are what you would expect from a renovated building. Quaint, but with some size or layout issues. The uniqueness of the building more than makes up for these minor issues. It is so wonderfully decorated with period pieces and unique items. It’s fun to just look around. The free breakfast in the Edie Rae’s cafe has plenty of great options and good food. Most of all, the service is fantastic. We had a very minor issue with a jar of their wonderful blackberry jam and they were willing to go above and beyond to rectify it. We highly recommend this Inn for your stay in Powell River.

Jenny T

Google
Good: Breakfast was really good. Bed was very comfortable. Bad: Wind chims were very noisy throughout the night. Entrance doors slammed loudly and shook the building and kept me awake. All hotel stays bring happiness. Some when you check in, some when you check out 😜
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R R.

Yelp
History was the reason I rented two nights at The Old Courthouse Inn. The inn's lovely, historic exterior grabs the viewer's attention and distracts attention from what's nearby. What's inside is even more distracting. The owners were gracious and accommodating, even providing a tea kettle, and helping the two least-techy guests they've ever had figure out the fridge and TV. Check-in was easy, and assistance was offered with luggage. The king-sized bed was comfortable . The room was clean, and the windows provided lots of daylight. The cleaning staff did a great job during our stay, which we appreciated. It was wonderful having a café in the building that served very good biscuits and eggs benedict. Breakfast is included with the lodging! The room we stayed in had some fragile knickknacks. At times we were afraid to move, for fear of knocking them over, especially when using the rolling desk chair that had a life of its own. There are fragile knickknacks throughout the common areas with many "do not touch" signs. Because the building is historic, heat in midwinter requires pre-set radiators with "Don't touch" notices and a portable radiator that warns users to not set above medium. Outlets require strategic consideration, in order to not trip fuses. The interior stair handrails' were wrapped with holiday decorations, which made them mostly useless. My husband is disabled, and I erred in not requesting a room on the main level. He felt vulnerable on the stairs because of the decorations removing the ability to grab on. The bathroom door bumps into the toilet and therefore does not open fully into the bathroom; some maneuvering was needed to access the toilet. The bathroom fan couldn't keep up with shower condensation, so we continued to be bathed by water dripping from the ceiling after stepping out of the shower. It was like an unplanned final rinse. Be prepared to wait a while for hot water to show up in the bathroom sink or shower. There are only two chairs in the room, both uncomfortable. The rolling chair mentioned above, and a not very "comfy" chair. Our druthers are that hotel living areas have at least one very comfy chair or couch. Lamp lighting was dim throughout the common areas and our room. It was difficult to read a book with the lighting provided. Breakfast for lodgers is in the Cafe on the main level. Oddly, in the dead of winter and at 7 a.m. (when the cafe opens), a VERY dim light was the only one on in the hallway on our floor. We had to use a flashlight to find our way downstairs and back upstairs after breakfast. In addition, the two main entrances at the back of the building had no lighting at night. Unnerving, in winter. Some of our complaints can be attributed to the fact that the building is historic, but most could have been remedied (such as lighting and furnishings) to make our room and the common areas more comfortable and safe.
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Michael P.

Yelp
Ever thought about traveling back in time and living to tell the tale? The Old Courthouse Inn (in Powell River, B.C.) gives you that very opportunity. As a historian and an archaeologist, I thought it would be neat to spend the weekend in this establishment. Located in the heart of the Old Townsite, constructed in 1939 in the form of my favourite Tudor-style architecture and once used as a jail, police station and courthouse, there was no way I'd turn it down. The building itself is very well kept. Having underwent a few renovations, the charm is still preserved as the original doors, locks, windows, lights, etc. are all intact. There are also several pictures and knick-knacks donated by the locals that tell the story of Powell River's pioneer days. Prices are reasonable and all rooms come with a self-serve continental breakfast. In addition, each room has its very own television and wireless internet. Not very vintage, you say, but it was a nice luxury to have during the hockey season. The staff is great, the view of the Sunshine Coast was beautiful and to experience a glimpse of what life was like back in the day was a real treat. All-in-all, I find it very fortunate that Powell River was able to integrate its history with our modern-day necessities. I am all for the preservation of cultural heritage and I can say that they've done an exceptional job with the Old Courthouse Inn.
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Richard V.

Yelp
I enjoyed my stay here. It is a nice hotel. Good points: - Friendly staff. - Good water pressure and ventilation in the bath room (we had room 3). - Bed was good. - There is a dvd player on the room, and a collection of dvd's in the hallway you can use. Haven't used it, so I don't know what's in the collection. - Historic location: you can do a historic walk. We found a copy of the walk at the former house of Dr. Henderson, which is now a kind of museum. It was in a box next to the front door, so even if the house is closed you can get a copy. - There was enough parking space in front. The main parking is north from the building, at 49°52'28"N 124°33'08"W. - Strong and stable wifi, with simple password protection. No login screens and stuff. - Interesting historic collectables from the thirties in the hallway. - ATM machine in the hallway. Less good: - Not enough sockets on easy reachable places for portable devices. But maybe that's part of the historic experience... :-) - Sound of the nearby factory. It's about the same sound as an air condition, so it didn't bother me. - Breakfast was no buffet, but an breakfast meal you can order in Edie Rae's Cafe (in the same building). Breakfast was good, but if you are hungry and want more, you have to pay for it. - Location: not much shops on walking distance, this is the sleepy part of Powell River. Overall: I would stay here again.
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Alan C.

Yelp
Great location in the heart of Powell River. Tracy greeted us on our arrival and promptly led us to our room. Room rates are excellent and to our surprise included free breakfast and Wifi. The Decor is definitely vintage but it adds to the experience!
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Ford C.

Yelp
Most enjoyable. Comfortable, friendly and laid-back. Breakfasts to cherish - wish I were there now.

Vicki M.

Yelp
Our stay at the inn was fantastic. Room was very comfortable and decor was authentic. The owners were fantastic. They pay a lot of attention to the details. Our breakfast in the morning was great as well.
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melodie k.

Yelp
I have just returned from a two night stay at the Old Courthouse Inn and do I ever wish I had stayed longer. This was one of my best "hotel" experiences (maybe even the best) because this place is so much more than a hotel--it is a historical experience to stay there not just because it is one of the most storied buildings in powell river, but because of the amount of personal history reflected in all the work and love the owners have put into the place. And not only does the inn exude historical relevance and charm, it is also tasteful, spotless, extremely comfortable (best bed ever!) and boasts an amazing location. I personally loved my view of the water and the mill while also enjoying a very peaceful and quiet stay. I only got to meet one of the owners, JP, who was genuine, so informative (a fourth gen. Powell Riverian!) and friendly. The staff at the equally awesome onsite café ( named in homage to the owner's mother) were also great. Did I mention that the stellar breakfast is included in the stay? A fantastic place.

N B.

Yelp
Lovely charming place to stay in what used to be the Courthouse, lots and lots of history - great old photos and knick knacks around. Very comfy rooms, definitely a homey feel. Initially I thought it strange to have a place so close to the paper (now power) mill - but once you know the history, it adds to the charm. Made to feel very welcome. And they let me lock up my beloved mountain bike down in the basement. Look forward to my next visit.