Catalina Island Inn

Hotels
8.2 (595 reviews)
125 Metropole Avenue , Avalon , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Room quality concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
6.44
Multiple reviews indicate poor cleanliness, such as finding trash from previous guests and dirty coffee machines.
Service
9.91
Many reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff, although there are mixed feelings due to overall experience.
Location
9.95
The location is praised consistently in several reviews, being close to attractions.
Room Quality
7.4
Feedback indicates dissatisfaction with room size, noise, and cleanliness.
Amenities
7.93
Some amenities are lacking, like functioning elevators and basic cleanliness.
Value for Money
6.39
Given the complaints and price, many felt it did not provide good value, especially with cleanliness issues.
Food and Beverage
9.14
No specific feedback on food and beverage was provided; assumed standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.41
Overall experience is mixed, with many serious concerns despite some positive aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-28 02:58

Property Description

Charming Accommodation on Catalina Island

Ocean Views and Balconies
Indulge in stunning harbor or ocean views from select rooms that come with private balconies or patios.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy a continental breakfast and make use of the luggage storage facilities. Please note that this property only has stairs and no elevators.

Explore Nearby Attractions
Located in Avalon, Catalina Island Inn is a short distance from Long Beach and Newport Beach, making it a perfect choice for your island getaway.

Book your stay at Catalina Island Inn for a relaxing and picturesque experience on Catalina Island.

Important information:

Please note: The property does not have an elevator.

Please note: Parking is available off site for an additional fee.

Directions to the property: When you get off the boat you will be on Pebbly Beach Road. Go to the right toward town. Crescent Avenue is the harbor front pedestrian only street (it runs along the waterfront with shops and restaurants). Continue past the green "Pleasure Pier" in the center of downtown, approximately 4 blocks, to Metropole Avenue. Make a left on Metropole Avenue, go 1/3 block up and the property is on the right-hand side. Across the street are the Santa Catalina Island Company offices.


Catalina Island Inn is located on an island and the island is accessible by a hour boat ride. Please reach out to the ferry operators below to book your boat ride to the island:

- Catalina Express: largest company also has the most boats and most departures. They operate from San Pedro, Dana Point and two ports in Long Beach. Call (800) 995-4386. http://catalinaexpress.com/

- Catalina Passenger Service: The Newport Flier operates out of Newport Beach. their seasonal schedules change frequently. Please call for timetables and reservations. Call (800) 830-7744. http://catalinainfo.comGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 595 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.44
Service: 9.91
Location: 9.95
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 7.93
Value for Money: 6.39
Food and Beverage: 9.14
Overall Experience: 8.41
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Ingrid Colmenares • solo_traveller • us
1
Pros:

Nada

Cons:

Todo las habitaciones sucias la cafetera muy sucia se nota que no se limpia las habitaciones qué camas tan incómodas se escucha las otras personas del cuarto en momentos muy íntimos que fea experiencia

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Lianna • family_with_children • us
1
There pictures are not the same what I saw everything in the room was so dirty and small!
Pros:

I liked where it was located.

Cons:

I didn’t like the room, the beds were so dirty not only the beds the floor too! I didn’t stayed at hotel cuz I couldn’t because it was to dirty!The pictures didn’t match what I imagined

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Kim • extended_group • us
10
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Rocio • family_with_children • us
10
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Annalea • couple • us
7
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Lopez • couple • us
10
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Grinnell • couple • us
10
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Chris • family_with_children • us
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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RoseMarie • couple • us
8
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Christy • family_with_children • us
7
I enjoyed my stay
Pros:

I loved the location

Cons:

The balcony was locked until 9 and it would have been nice to have the extra space to enjoy coffee in the morning

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Davila • extended_group • us
9
Pros:

The staff, especially Hilda was polite and welcoming. She was very helpful, will definitely be staying here again.

Cons:

N/A

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Janise • extended_group • us
7
2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Anne • family_with_children • us
9
It was wonderful overall and I wouldn’t mind staying there again.
Pros:

Close proximity to everything.

Cons:

Carpet needs cleaning. It looked a bit dirty.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Ganesh • extended_group • us
5
Tooo tiny and not clean
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The room is soo tiny compared to what was mentioned in the description. There was fan but it was not working , the shower is not for ppl who is more than 180 lbs.

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Magee • solo_traveller • us
8
Very good front desk staff. Close to downtown.
Pros:

Clean, quaint with nice staff

Cons:

Small room. Quite expensive.

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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ebony • couple • us
8
Pros:

Location was great, staff was awesome, room was cozy and quaint. Minutes from the main strip

Cons:

Nothing really I didn't like, everything was great for the price and location

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Sondra • couple • us
8
Great for overnight.
Pros:

Location within walking distance to the beach and waterfront restaurants.

Cons:

??all good.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Kyndell • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Gutierrez • couple • us
8
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Carol • couple • us
6
Pros:

We did not get the room we expected. Thought it was a king room with ocean view. Pictures online showed a view of the ocean. Thought the room was pricey for what we got particularly during winter season. Lovely female staff member.
Male staff member answering phone was quite stiff and unfriendly.
Location was perfect for us.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee