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Sonora Resort set to reopen May 1 for an unforgettable 2023 season

By Sonora Resort/

Great Taste of Canada

Situated amidst the breathtaking natural beauty of the Discovery Islands, Sonora Resort is thrilled to welcome guests back on May 1 for the 2023 season. As a member of the Relais & Châteaux family, an association of the world’s finest hoteliers, chefs and restaurateurs, Sonora promises sumptuous dining, eco-adventures and world-class amenities.

Only a short 50-minute flight from Vancouver International Airport, Sonora captures the true essence of the Pacific Northwest. Renowned for exhilarating outdoor adventures, from thrilling wildlife and wilderness experiences to world-renowned fishing charters and helicopter rides completed with a paddle board on ancient glacial waters, guests are treated to the unrivalled beauty and rich biodiversity the region has to offer.

Staying at Sonora is an experience that blends the wilderness of the West Coast with refined hospitality. We are excited to share our passion for this island and our stunning surroundings with our guests.

— Maître de Maison, Kaitlin Ross

Executive Chef Justine Smith continues to helm the kitchen team this season with West Coast-inspired gourmet options inside the award-winning Tyee Dining Room. Savour freshly-caught local seafood, organically grown produce and desserts that tempt even the most discerning palates.

“Guests have a variety of options to choose from, including multi-course tasting menus with wine pairings, to casual cocktail hour dishes,” says Maître de Maison - Kaitlin Ross. “We are extremely proud of our culinary program, which is exquisitely led by our talented Chef Justine Smith, in her 8th season with us.” 

Sonora’s Island Currents Spa continues to offer relaxation and rejuvenation with world-class treatments and specialty therapies inspired by the sea, including the Sea Salt & Kelp Scrub, Seaside Mineral Wrap, and Coastal Beach Stone Massage. Guests can also soak in their private hot tub or take in the views from the spacious private villas, multi-room suites or lodge rooms.

Sonora offers exclusive shoulder season rates in May, June and October. See the full summary of rates here.

This story has been adapted from an original article available at: https://sonoraresort.com/the-resort/more/news/2023-season-opening-press-release/.