Sonora Resort Canada
Sonora Island, British Columbia, CanadaSet in British Columbia's Discovery Islands and open from May to mid-October, Sonora Resort provides luxurious comfort amidst unspoiled wilderness. Accessible only by air or water, the resort is a secluded haven surrounded by the natural beauty of Canada's West Coast. Panoramic vistas of lush rainforests and tidal currents set the stage for an unforgettable experience. Ideal for wildlife enthusiasts eager to witness orcas, humpback whales, and grizzly bears in their natural habitats, as well as guests seeking a remote luxury retreat.
Rooms and suites
Designed to highlight the surrounding wilderness, accommodations incorporate organic elements to create a comfortable atmosphere. Rooms and suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows that frame spectacular views of the ocean and forested landscapes. The Diamond Ocean rooms have tall picture windows, post-and-beam styling, and nature-inspired shades of cedar, sand, and slate. Spacious ensuite bathrooms offer heated floors, soaking tubs, and glass-and-slate tile showers.
Ideal for families or larger groups, multi-room suites and private villas provide additional space and privacy. Each lodge includes large common lounges with vaulted ceilings, stone fireplaces, and access to rooftop hot tubs. Thoughtful touches like goose-down duvets and gas fireplaces enhance the comfort of your stay.
Amenities and experiences
Seasonally inspired gourmet cuisine featuring fresh local ingredients, with chef's tasting menus or à la carte options complemented by an award-winning wine cellar.
Island Currents Spa offers treatments using natural elements, with sauna, steam room, and outdoor mineral pools.
Fitness center with modern equipment.
Hiking and biking trails with mountain bikes provided, guided salmon fishing, kayaking and eco-tours to observe marine wildlife, guided tours for grizzly bears, and helicopter adventures over mountains and fjords.
Outdoor heated pool, rooftop hot tubs, covered tennis court, nine-hole putting green, fly-fishing ponds, and a movie theatre with over 400 titles.
How to get here
Accessible only by air or water, the resort is situated in British Columbia's Discovery Islands, enhancing its secluded appeal. From Vancouver International Airport (YVR), it's a 50-minute helicopter or seaplane flight directly to the resort, offering scenic views of the Gulf Islands and Desolation Sound. Alternatively, a 75-minute water taxi departs daily from Discovery Harbour Marina in Campbell River on Vancouver Island. Guests driving can reach Campbell River via ferry to Nanaimo and a two-hour drive north; paid parking is available at the marina.