Aurora Hotel

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9 (839 reviews)
137 Marilla Avenue , Avalon , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Amazing rooftop patio
Friendly staff
Cleanliness
Complimentary wine and cheese
Cons:
Small room size
Breakfast quality could be improved
Firm bedding

Categories

Cleanliness
9.39
The property was clean and well kept, and the staff was noted as clean and friendly.
Service
9.36
Staff was very nice, accommodating, warm, and attentive.
Location
9.4
Great location; close to everything with a spectacular harbor view.
Room Quality
8.35
Rooms were relatively small and had some firm bedding issues.
Amenities
9.38
Rooftop patio, complimentary breakfast, and wine and cheese happy hour are great additions.
Value for Money
8.34
Room was small for the price, but amenities justify the value somewhat.
Food and Beverage
8.39
Breakfast quality is consistent with 4 and 5 star hotels but not exceptional.
Overall Experience
9.36
Overall an excellent stay; guests stated they would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 13:01

Property Description

Ocean Views from Roof Terrace
Experience breathtaking ocean views from the hotel's roof terrace, the perfect spot to unwind and take in the beauty of Catalina Island.

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in spa quality bathrobes provided in each air-conditioned room, along with complimentary tea and coffee-making facilities. Upgrade your stay with a spa experience and truly pamper yourself.

Evening Socials and Decadent Offerings
Enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast and unwind at the wine & cheese hour every Friday evening. On weekends, treat yourself to a mimosa at the hotel's bar. These social events add an extra touch of luxury to your stay.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of relaxation and sophistication at Aurora Hotel on Catalina Island.

Important information:

The hotel is not wheelchair-accessible.Guests 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
Airport code: LAX

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 839 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.39
Service: 9.36
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 9.38
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 8.39
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Andi Waller • family_with_children • us
10
Relaxing room with beautiful water room
Pros:

Beautiful view of harbor. Room had lots of small niceties. Thought of everything. Exceptional customer service. Breakfast in the morning was more than expected. Tablecloths put out. Flowers. Small touches!

Cons:

Room 196 sq ft, a bit small but very cozy. Could not close glass shower door. Otherwise, great getaway

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Sally • solo_traveller • us
5
Cons:

Hotel on steep ramp. Going in and out not easy
Ocean view room on 2nd floor has building blocking the view

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Pascal • couple • fr
6
Si l’emplacement est très bien et l’accueil attentionné , l’hôtel n’est pas à la hauteur de son classement. Il est class
Pros:

Accueil chaleureux et personnel très disponible.

Cons:

Les chambres sont très petites et le petit dej très sommaire. Le rapport qualité-prix n’y est clairement pas. Nous avions pris la chambre avec vue sur la mer : effectivement on voyait la mer mais aussi la rue très bruyante avec un passage en continu des petites voitures de golf. Franchement pas génial

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Nimfa • extended_group • us
10
The place was perfect! A short walk to the center of town, very clean and the staff were very friendly. We particularly
Pros:

Very clean!

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • family_with_children • us
9
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Hector • couple • us
8
Pros:

The ocean view.

Cons:

TV Remote not working and 1 block uphill

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Edgar • couple • us
1
Cons:

Property management don’t have heart. All they care about if money. They do not try to step into your shoes.

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • family_with_children • us
9
Pros:

Roof patio and views

Cons:

Coffeemaker didn't work, room very small, bedding lumpy.

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Rhoades • couple • us
9
Fantastic
Pros:

EVERYTHING!

Cons:

Pillows were a bit on the hard side and one of the jets in the tub was broken, but EVERYTHING else was perfect.

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Kurt • couple • us
10
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Wilber • couple • us
9
Good hotel
Cons:

Small toilet and sinks

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Jesus Angel • couple • us
7
It was pleasant
Pros:

The view is really nice, and the weather was perfect. I’m not sure if it’s because how high we are (because it is a climb), but it was cool the whole time we were here, and we had really good shade the whole time

Cons:

The lights don’t work very well. The night stand lights kept flickering and the bathroom light kept turning on and off at weird times. Maybe the bathroom light was super sensitive because it did have a movement sensor, but, it was just annoying because it was a little unpredictable. Me and my now wife were joking it was a ghost or something lol. Also, keep in mind there is a big hill, so if you’re planning on staying here, prepare to climb

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Edward • couple • us
9
Pros:

View and location are excellent and the staff is friendly and professional

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • us
8
It was a great stay overall. Disappointed with breakfast.
Pros:

Excellent location. Nice room and nice amenities.

Cons:

The breakfast was terrible.

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • us
8
Pros:

The location was great and accessible and the staff were super nice and polite

Cons:

The room size was small for the price charged.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Rocio • couple • us
9
Excelente
Pros:

La atención al cliente

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Charles • couple • us
10
A great place to come visit!
Pros:

The room was great, excellent staff, really good breakfast!

Cons:

TV a little outdated. Not able to log into any streaming apps for chill time in the room.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Daniella • couple • us
10
Pros:

Exellente

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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kennethpO6777DO • Solo travel
10
Great and Clean Hotel
Pros:

We stayed at the Aurora Hotel located on Catalina Island and had a wonderful experience! We highly recommend staying here! Both my wife and I grew up in the Tampa Bay area before Clearwater and St. Petersburg were commercialized, and Catalina Island reminds us of this time. Most all of the hotels are locally owned and operated and we were told that Auro Inn is managed by the same group that runs the Snug Harbor Inn.

We arrived in the afternoon, and check in was quick and smooth. My wife and I were spending just the one night, and we found the room to be a perfect size. It is not a big room, but we had plenty of room to upon up each other’s carry on luggage. The bed was extremely comfortable, and the bathroom is not spacious, but everything was very clean! This is my wife’s priority!

If you are rolling your luggage from the ferry, it is a little distance away, and you have to go up the hill. This was not a big deal for us. One cool feature of this hotel is the 3rd floor roof top area. Next time we come, we are going to get take out from the restaurant at the base of hill and bring it back up to the roof top area. The views are outstanding! Prior to going out to dinner, they had free wine and cheese for the guest, which was really a nice touch.

The continental breakfast was good, but we chose to eat breakfast in town. Avalon in not big, and everything is within walking distance. Since we wanted to explore the Island before heading back to LA, the hotel will hold your luggage until you’re ready to leave.

We will definitely be back, and we highly recommend the Aurora Hotel!
If you’re looking for a wonderful place to stay on Catalina Island, we highly recommend the Aurora Hotel! Our experience was excellent from start to finish. Both my wife and I grew up in the Tampa Bay area before Clearwater and St. Petersburg became so commercialized, and Catalina Island brings back those nostalgic, small-town vibes. Most of the hotels here are locally owned and operated, and we learned that the Aurora Hotel is managed by the same group that runs the Snug Harbor Inn.
We arrived in the afternoon, and check-in was quick and easy. We only stayed one night, but our room was just the right size—not huge, but with plenty of space for both of our carry-on bags. The bed was super comfortable, and while the bathroom wasn’t large, everything was spotlessly clean—which is a top priority for my wife.
If you’re bringing luggage from the ferry, it’s a bit of a walk uphill to the hotel, but it wasn’t a problem for us. One of our favorite features was the third-floor rooftop area. Next time, we plan to grab takeout from the restaurant at the bottom of the hill and enjoy it with the amazing rooftop views. Before dinner, guests can enjoy complimentary wine and cheese—a really thoughtful touch!
The continental breakfast was good, but we chose to try a local spot in town. Avalon is small, so everything is within easy walking distance. Since we wanted to explore the island before heading back to LA, we appreciated that the hotel held our luggage until we were ready to leave.
We’ll definitely return, and we highly recommend the Aurora Hotel to anyone visiting Catalina Island!

2026-01-25 • via Tripadvisor