AV Museum & Maritime Discovery Centre

 

Maritime Discovery Centre

The Intrigue of the sea surrounds you...as you explore the "port" in Port Alberni.

Feel the raw adventure, beauty and danger of Vancouver Island's rugged west coast. Take part in seafaring activities and find out how the original 1900 Chrome Island light sends out its beacon as you explore the lighthouse. Watch the activity of a modern harbour at work. Look into the harbour depths through our underwater camera. Head over to the Quay and see the actual 1951 Banfield lifeboat and read about the dramatic rescues on this stormy coast.

 

Alberni Valley Museum

Take your shoes off & set a spell! Learn a little about our past!

Become an explore for the day. Time travel as you wander through our industrial roots from logging to fishing and farming. Artifacts tell the stories of life in a simpler time. Memories of those who were drawn to this valley. Hear about the west coast trail and how early trans Pacific communication linked the world. Lots for kids to touch! Feel what it was like when the famous 1964 tsunami swept up the inlet.

The Hummingbird is built upon the original Howitt Homestead on River Rd. Notice John Howitt standing in rubber boots in the front of the flooded yard, which happened every winter. Now, you'll understand why Hwy 4/River Rd has been built up so high and why you come so far down into our driveway.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Guest Reviews

Wonderful finale to our wedding

We relaxed in the hot tub before spending our honeymoon night in the Sunburst Suite. We woke to rays of sunshine, in a luxurious bed with fabulous pillows surrounded by elegance, charm & comfort. This was the perfect place to awaken at, anticipating how our love would continue to grow from this day forward. We loved our stay here.

Name: 
Cylena & Eryl
City: 
Stony Plan
Province / State: 
AB
Toll Free 1-888-720-2114
Local 250-720-2111

Hummingbird GuestHouse
5769 River Road
Port Alberni, Vancouver Island
British Columbia, Canada

Reserve a little piece of paradise
at Hummingbird GuestHouse

5769 River Road. Port Alberni, BC, Canada
Toll Free 1-888-720-2114
250-720-2111