Catalina Island Inn

Hotels
8.2 (626 reviews)
125 Metropole Avenue , Avalon , US
+1 310-510-1623

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Hiking
Fishing
Cycling
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 626 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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Joyce • extended_group • us
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • us
10
Pros:

Everything was great!

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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nadav • couple • us
1
I’ll never recommend it to anyone. Worst stay in my life.
Pros:

Location only

Cons:

Not worth the value, not clean at all
Smell of mold at the whole
Property, sheets wasn’t clean, marks of blood and others liquid on the blanket.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Lizette • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • us
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Khayden • couple • us
8
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Terrazas • couple • bo
8
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • us
2
Bed was comfortable
Pros:

The room on the booking site looked nothing like the musty room with dirty carpet we stayed in. There was a balcony and the view was of an old satellite dish and attic vent for another building. 32 steep stairs to second floor which were covered in dirty carpeting. Hand rail felt loose as well. I’m not sure what room they took a picture of but it felt like false advertising to me

Cons:

Room was not replenished as expected

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Jahn • couple • us
9
It was I my one night but great location and convenient
Pros:

Convenient! Good luggage storage.

Cons:

My ac didn’t work but I also don’t ask
For help.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Leonardo • solo_traveller • ca
1
Pros:

Location & staff

Cons:

A miniscule cabin with bunk bed and sink in the same space, dirty carpets, tiny window facing wall and no elevator for $350/night. A total rip-off

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Gagandeep • extended_group • us
2
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Gagandeep • extended_group • us
1
Very disappointing, no facilities available, OVERpriced .
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

It’s dingy , very compact ,

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Aracely • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • family_with_children • us
4
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Room smelled of mold and poor circulation not worth the money at all

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Claudia • couple • us
7
Staff friendly, cleanliness needs a lot of work.
Pros:

The staff was very friendly and helpful. We were given great recommendations for dining and things to do.

Cons:

The cleanliness of the Catalina Inn was disappointing. The hallways had trash in them, and the carpets looked like they had not been cleaned in a very long time. There was also a lot of trash on the balcony, so it was not a pleasant place to sit and enjoy the view.

We had just finished hiking the TCT and came back for an early night, but the TV kept glitching and cutting in and out while streaming. The pillows were completely flat and worn out, and there were stains on the bedding.

Overall, the room and common areas did not feel clean or well-maintained.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Jinny • family_with_children • us
8
Great location, not the best value but I blame that on the lack of options on Catalina.
Pros:

Wasn't as terrible as the reviews would suggest. Was fine for sleeping although basic. Location was great and was the cheapest option on the island but even then we definitely paid more than we typically would for this type of hotel.

Cons:

Price did not match the room that we actually got which was a small bunk bed room.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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monica • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Location is great , rooms are clean and organized , staff super friendly and helpful

Cons:

Hotel needs an elevator expecially if you are in 4th floor and rooms need microwaves

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Rhonda • solo_traveller • us
3
Two small and bad placement of decor
Pros:

Close to main shops

Cons:

The room was way too small. The fixtures were placed on the wall obstructing the area for sleeping. The toilet was running and we had to fix it ourselves because the staff was gone at 9:00 p.m. .

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Yadira • family_with_children • us
8
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Riche • family_with_children • us
5
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee