Remote wilderness outpost
Arriving only by seaplane, helicopter, or boat, guests find a secluded wilderness outpost set against coastal rainforest and churning tidal rapids.
“A family fishing outing in the crystalline waters around Sonora Resort in British Columbia’s Discovery Islands should excite everyone.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Oceanside mineral pools, saltwater salmon fishing charters, fly-fishing ponds, a putting green, and an all-weather tennis court.
Remarkable
Rainforest bear tours guided by Homalco First Nation members and Pacific Northwest seafood in the dining room.
Notable
All-inclusive full board dining, complimentary stocked minibars, and attentive wilderness guides across secluded oceanfront lodges.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in AFAR.
the fishing lodge-turned-luxury resort, with outdoor mineral pools, fly-fishing ponds, and a gorgeous spa, is a destination in itself.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Dense temperate rainforest borders the grounds, while boat journeys navigate Yuculta Rapids to spot grizzly bears, sea lions, and orcas.
The rooms
Timber lodges house rooms lined in cedar and stone, featuring fireplaces and large picture windows looking directly out across the water.
The pool and gym
Bring a swimsuit.
An outdoor swimming pool faces the mountains across the inlet, beside a fitness room with floor-to-ceiling windows.
The mineral plunge pools
Heated outdoor hot and cold plunge pools step down toward the ocean rapids, surrounded by coastal evergreens.
The spa
Treatment rooms open onto private balconies over the water, offering kelp body scrubs and coastal beach stone massage.
At the table
The Tyee Dining Room serves fresh-caught salmon and local spot prawns, backed by a 1,500-bottle wine cellar.
How it began
Founded in 1979 as a rustic salmon fishing camp, the property evolved over decades into an isolated coastal wilderness lodge.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.