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Accommodation in Port Renfrew
This is a classic end-of-the-line town with about 300 full-time residents. The population goes up during the summer, especially during fishing season.
We love this town. It's an end-of-the-world experience.
Port Renfrew bills itself as a “Diamond in the Rough”, but it’s a rough-cut diamond, at best.
It is difficult to believe you are so near to prim & genteel Victoria, capital of British Columbia.
Port Renfrew town web site & maps.
When you get to the dock, look for otters. There were Orca, mother and young, feeding at the river mouth in September ’99.
Shop for your WCT war prize souvenir at the “Trailhead Store”, an outdoor gear and gift shop. (Careful -- the parrot bites.) Consider purchasing a souvenir crafted by local artisans.
More information on Port Renfrew.
Hotels
Recommended hotels include:
The West Coast Trail Motel is clean, pleasant, modern. The food is great!
The Trailhead Resort has been recommended to us as by far the best place to stay in Port Renfrew.
Formerly we recommended the Port Renfrew Hotel. But a fire destroyed it. Damn.
The bar is still there. Food recommended! You’ll feel right at home if you are a long-haired, bearded fisherman or lumberjack.
Coastal Kitchen is another strong recommendation in Port Renfrew.
