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Hotel Catalina

129 Whittley Avenue, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA 90704
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Hotel Catalina
Ranked #8 of 18 hotels in Avalon
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San Diego, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

I stayed with a friend in this hotel May 2013. We couldn't have asked for better accommodations. The employees we so helpful and extremely friendly. The room was great too. There was even complimentary donuts and coffee every morning! Our whole experience was fantastic. We will definitely stay there again!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 via mobile

First of all they were one of the only hotels that did not make me adhere to a two night minimum. Then when I walked up I couldn't be happier with the outside. Easy to find and get to and a lovely, quaint, clean place. The staff were all so accommodating and friendly. I had my granddaughter there for the... More

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Los Angeles, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

We had a rough ride on the ferry and were so happy that they let us check in early! We stayed in the newer building, so we didn't get the classic charm but the room was spacious and we had a jacuzzi tub and a separate shower. The room has a large flat screen tv but the location is so... More

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Sylmar
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

If you are looking for a really modern, up to date hotel, with pool, bar, and other ameninties, this hotel is not for you. However, if you are in the mood for a quiet, relaxing, vintage, turn of the century hotel - this is definitely the place. The decor, both inside and out is definitely turn of the century. My... More

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Palm Desert, California
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

We stayed in the courtyard villas area of the hotel. The room was amazing. My fiance loved the bathroom because it had a nice shower and a huge garden tub with jets. The bed was soo comfortable that we had to ask for a late checkout. It had a better tv than the one I have at home. The donuts... More

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Long Beach, CA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

The hotel is really clean and well maintained. The staff is very helpful and friendly. The only negative I can think of is the room we had (#204) was pretty small but that is to be expected in many of the older properties such as this. One of the the things I enjoyed most was drinking my morning coffee on... More

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San Diego, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

My mom and I loved our stay at Hotel Catalina last weekend! It was our first time to the Island and we had such a great time. The people at the hotel were really helpful - they let us check in early and store our luggage in a locker after check out. We were also thinking about bringing our whole... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

The hotel offers a variety of packages with either tours or ferry service from mainland California included. We chose one with the ferry fares included. The hotel is like everything else in Avalon, a short walk from where ever you are in town. You can spot the hotel from the ferry dock due to the blue sign on it's roof.... More

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Los Angeles, California
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

Staff was friendly and attentive, and allowed us to check in way before our check in time. In addition they let us stay well past the check out time, which really saved our life since the boat left almost 8 hours after. Unbelievably hospitable and easily within walking distance from the pier. Highly recommended and don't forget to say hi... More

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Corona del Mar, California, United States
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

My recent stay at Hotel Catalina was one of the best times I have had in Catalina. My room was perfect, bathroom large, room with a view of the mountains, however the deck had a view of the ocean, which you could see the mainland lights at night from. The staff was very helpful, and the manager Martha was there... More

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Additional Information about Hotel Catalina

Also Known As:
Catalina Hotel Avalon
Hotel Catalina Catalina Island/Avalon, CA
Address: 129 Whittley Avenue, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA 90704
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Region: United States > California > Catalina Island > Avalon
Amenities:
Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Shuttle Bus service
Hotel Style:
#8 On the Beach Hotels in Avalon
#13 Romantic Hotels in Avalon
Price range (per night): 112 AUD - 240 AUD
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The historic Hotel Catalina is decorated in the Victorian style. Hotel Catalina combines old world elegance and charm, with all the advantages of a modern establishment. Strolling along the balustrade verandas at the front of the establishment, from sunrise to sunset you'll enjoy the refreshing sea air and splendid panorama views of the picturesque harbor. Recently remodeled in Thomasville furnishings. ... more   less 

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