Glenmore Plaza Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (277 reviews)
118 Sumner Avenue , Avalon , US
+1 310-510-0017

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Hiking
Luggage storage
Fishing
Cycling
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly Staff
Great Location
Cons:
Small Rooms
High Prices

Categories

Cleanliness
7.68
The hotel is older with dated rooms and some comments about noise impacting cleanliness.
Service
9.15
Staff were very friendly and accommodating, going above and beyond for guests.
Location
9.19
Great location with easy access to local attractions and amenities.
Room Quality
7.14
Rooms described as small and dated; serious concerns regarding noise.
Amenities
8.17
Amenities satisfactory but could use more offerings such as elevators.
Value for Money
7.13
Many reviews expressed that prices were too high for the quality received.
Food and Beverage
8.18
Breakfast and staff service were positively mentioned.
Overall Experience
8.15
General enjoyment tempered by some room and noise complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 01:15

Property Description

Convenient Location

Situated less than 1 km from Descanso Beach, Glenmore Plaza Hotel offers easy access to the stunning shoreline and a variety of outdoor activities.

Comfortable Accommodation

Guests can unwind in rooms equipped with modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and private bathrooms with free toiletries. Some rooms also feature a balcony for added relaxation.

Leisure and Recreation

Enjoy a range of activities like hiking, snorkeling, and cycling in the picturesque surroundings of the hotel. Unwind by the beachfront and make the most of your coastal getaway at Glenmore Plaza Hotel.

Book your stay now for a memorable experience at Glenmore Plaza Hotel in Avalon.

Important information:

Note: this property does not have a elevator.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LAX

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 277 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.68
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 7.14
Amenities: 8.17
Value for Money: 7.13
Food and Beverage: 8.18
Overall Experience: 8.15
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Karine • solo_traveller • us
1
Poor value - like all if Catalina Island
Cons:

The stay was highly disappointing, especially given the incredibly high price of 750 a night.
- bathroom ventilation not working (immediately told reception but not fixed),
- toilet flush system broken,
- AC cutting out intermittently and impossible to restart,
- room phone not connected, so couldn’t reach the front desk (3 floors down without elevator)
- room extremely small for four people,
- only three towels for a reservation for 4
- not enough storage space for the little luggage we had,
- bed size not as advertised (full, not queen!), so too small for 4 adults or even 2 adults with older kids,
- uncomfortable beds
- old tv
- breakfast extremely limited: coffee, tea, OJ, bagels, small muffins.
Our daughter offered her salary of an entire month for 2 nights at this hotel and she was SO disappointed that she started crying when she saw the room.
We asked to switch rooms and got another one. Although far nicer and larger (the bar was low) it was still absolutely not worth the price.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Lia • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Ashly • family_with_children • us
10
Pleasantly surprised with our stay.
Pros:

The location was right by the beach and all of the tourist spots. It was easy to find and super convenient. What I loved most about our stay, was the staff. They were kind and went above and beyond to make our stay amazing. Thank you to Bud and Destiny for making our stay so special.

Cons:

Some of the decor was outdated. So that was a bit of a bummer but not a deal breaker.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Qudsia • family_with_children • us
7
We went for the water sports and was perfect for that we didn’t stay in room for longtime.
Pros:

The historical facts and staff Bud, Destiney and other staff were very patient kind and helpful.

Cons:

No elevators, no cleaning until you check out, not as clean

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Rachael0405 • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Emilio • couple • sg
4
Pros:

Location was good accessible to everywhere.

Cons:

My bathroom flush was not working. Have to went for a public restroom. Room size is small accommodate two pax.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Kyle • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Marcela • extended_group • us
4
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • extended_group • us
8
Pros:

Immaculately clean, great location, street noise bc it’s right in middle of town but it was a peak July weekend and people were partying a lot.

Cons:

Street noise otherwise excellent

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Boisvert • family_with_children • us
8
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Mary • extended_group • us
8
It's an older building. It was clean and adequate. The room was large.
Pros:

Clean and cute

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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ALBERTO • family_with_children • us
5
Overall, the stay at could have been better
Pros:

Been coming to Catalina for some time now. Love the town and the spooky vibe Glenmoore

Cons:

For starters. The closet door was broken only attached by one hinge. The bathroom curtain kept falling off at one point hitting one of my kids on the head.
Lastly, the room is advertised as a “Queen room” the room was tiny with hardly any room to walk. Maybe change the name so it isn’t misleading.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Racthel • solo_traveller • us
3
It’s a last resort type of thing when all hotels are booked
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Too expensive for the condition of the place

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Savannah • extended_group • us
8
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Rodrigo • couple • us
8
Beautiful location, sizable room, kind staff
Pros:

The location was spectacular, close to everything. It was between the beach and the meet up location for many excursions. The staff were kind and gave us water bottles, along with recommendations for local eateries for free.

Cons:

Our room was on the edge of the building with a restaurant so we heard late night noises which sometimes ran later than we'd like. Our bathroom also had an issue that water would spill onto the floor.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Corleto • family_with_children • us
10
Would stay here again wonderful experience
Pros:

The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. The manager was super accommodating and really grateful for the warm hospitality

Cons:

Furniture

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • solo_traveller • us
10
It was a wonderful stay and I would recommend it to anyone who’s planning to visit Catalina.
Pros:

I loved the front desk employees, especially Denise and Bud!! They were an amazing host, welcoming us with smiles each time we enter and exit the property, always providing exceptional services, willing to take time to get to know each visitors and give good suggestions. Property was so close to the beach and all the other restaurants. It was clean, cozy, had all the equipments needed for overnight stays, microwave, hair drier, tv, etc.

Cons:

N/A

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Betzabe • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

El cuarto super limpio, llegamos temprano y nos dejaron poner las maletas alli para pasear mientras nos entregaban la habitación.

Cons:

No funcionaba bien la señal de directv. Y la ventana del cuarto daba hacia la calle y en el dia muy temprano estaban trabajando alli y todo se escuchaba en la habitacion.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee