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Popular hotels in Santa Catalina Island

Discover well-known properties in Santa Catalina Island that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 370 hotels in Santa Catalina Island and price data was last updated on July 29, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Santa Catalina Island is .
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125 Sumner Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
Originally opened in 1920, Hotel Atwater was the first hotel built under the direction of William Wrigley Jr. after he purchased the Catalina Island Company more than a century ago. He named the hotel in honor of Helen Atwater Wrigley, wife of his son Philip Knight Wrigley. Completely renovated in 2019, this historic hotel stays true to the Wrigley family legacy with nostalgic elements like two splits of sparkling wine on arrival day - a tribute to the bubbly Helen enjoyed every evening before bed. Suites feature king beds, one and a half baths, a separate living space with sleeper sofa, bar and desk, and views of the ocean, town of Avalon or surrounding mountains. Standard rooms offer king or queen beds. All rooms are equipped with modern comforts and conveniences, including premium mattresses, luxurious linens, mini-refrigerators, high-speed Wi-Fi and smart televisions. Guests of the hotel enjoy the following resort-style amenities - Two splits of sparkling wine on arrival day - $20 per room/per night food and beverage credit for Bistro at the Atwater, Avalon Grille or Descanso Beach Club - 15% off Catalina Island Company activities & tours - Use of beach towels - Luggage service to and from the ferry terminal in Avalon - WiFi
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
935 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
125 Metropole Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
Hotel in Avalon, near Catalina Island Golf Course This smoke-free hotel features free WiFi in public areas. Catalina Island Inn offers 41 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards. This Avalon hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
7.3
Good
801 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
137 Marilla Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Catalina Island Museum This hotel features a rooftop terrace, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a front-desk safe. Aurora Hotel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Avalon hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
874 reviews
Location
0.2 mi from city centre
111 Crescent Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
Mediterranean hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Bellanca Hotel offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Avalon hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
768 reviews
Location
0.2 mi from city centre
118 Sumner - Box 155, Avalon, CA, United States
Victorian hotel in Avalon Concierge services, free newspapers, and a banquet hall are available at this smoke-free hotel. Glenmore Plaza Hotel offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and refrigerators can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
64 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
229 Metropole Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
Central hotel with free parking connected to a shopping center in Avalon Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this hotel has concierge services and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and multilingual staff assistance. Housekeeping is available on request. Casa Mariquita Hotel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. This Avalon hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.8
Good
1030 reviews
Location
0.0 mi from city centre
124 Whittley, Avalon, CA, United States
Bayside hotel with free breakfast and beach bars This hotel features 2 beach bars, a rooftop terrace, and concierge services. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. The Avalon Hotel on Catalina Island offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Avalon hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
9.2
Excellent
171 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre

Top-rated Santa Catalina Island hotels

Browse through properties in Santa Catalina Island that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 370 properties in Santa Catalina Island and data was last updated on July 29, 2025.
Our users rated these hotels as some of the best places to stay in Santa Catalina Island. Take a look at user reviews to learn why these properties were rated the best.
1 Banning House Road, Avalon, CA, United States
11.8 mi from city centre
$279
Avg. per night
205 Crescent Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$422
Avg. per night
108 Marilla Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$430
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Santa Catalina Island

Discover affordable stays in Santa Catalina Island that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Santa Catalina Island can be found for as low as $178 per night. There is currently one property in Santa Catalina Island that can be booked for this price. Hermosa Hotel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Santa Catalina Island. Price data was last updated on July 29, 2025
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hotels in Santa Catalina Island we've come across for the dates selected. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
131 Metropole Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$178
Avg. per night
328 Sunny Lane, Avalon, CA, United States
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$184
Avg. per night
201 Clarissa Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$186
Avg. per night
129 Whittley Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
$187
Avg. per night
230 Marilla Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$201
Avg. per night
231 Beacon Street, Avalon, CA, United States
0.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$222
Avg. per night
409 Crescent Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$223
Avg. per night
119 Maiden Lane, Avalon, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$224
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Santa Catalina Island

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Santa Catalina Island to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Santa Catalina Island at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on July 29, 2025.
A breakdown of the average price per hotel class in Santa Catalina Island. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.
3 stars
125 Sumner Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
137 Marilla Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
111 Crescent Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
2 stars and under
119 Maiden Lane, Avalon, CA, United States
125 Metropole Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
231 Beacon Street, Avalon, CA, United States
229 Metropole Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States
131 Metropole Avenue, Avalon, CA, United States

Other accommodations in Santa Catalina Island

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in Santa Catalina Island. There are 370 hotels in Santa Catalina Island and price data was last updated on July 29, 2025. The average price for a stay in Santa Catalina Island is .
Auxiliar Panamericana Norte km 1215, Máncora, Peru
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$27
Avg. per night
4961 Newport Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
5.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$48
Avg. per night
24 East Ida B. Wells Drive, Chicago, IL, United States
0.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$50
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Santa Catalina Island

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Santa Catalina Island to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on July 29, 2025.
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About Santa Catalina Island

Resting off the coast of California in the sparkling Pacific Ocean, Santa Catalina Island features spectacular landscapes and a variety of outdoor adventures. Home to pristine beaches and corals reefs that fringe the coastline, the island’s Mediterranean climate and natural wonders make this a haven for nature lovers.

Things to do in Santa Catalina Island

Join a behind-the-scenes tour of the Catalina Casino and discover why, despite its name, there’s no gambling found here. See the magnificent circular ballroom where stars like Benny Goodman earned their name. Afterwards, stay for a film at the beautifully restored Avalon Theatre and admire the Art Deco murals that line its interior.

Ever thought you’d see fish fly? Experience the thrill of Catalina’s fish taking flight as they jump from the sea on a Catalina Flying Fish Tour or venture out into the Catalina Channel for a romantic sunset cruise to spot dolphins and sea lions swimming beside the boat.

Get a closer glimpse of Catalina’s marine life by snorkelling or scuba diving at Lover’s Cove. The protected inlet is home to a variety of colourful fish and corals. If you don’t fancy getting wet, tour the sea by kayak or follow the Trans Catalina Hiking Trail for sweeping views of the Catalina coast.

Discover your wild side on the Catalina Aerial Adventure, an obstacle course with swings, bridges and ladders suspended high above the scenic Catalina Canyon. After working up an appetite, kick back and relax at Descanso Beach Club, the island’s most popular beachside restaurant and bar.

Getting around Santa Catalina Island

Ferries arrive in Catalina from San Pedro, Long Beach, Newport Beach or Dana Point. The journey across takes approximately an hour, while helicopter services from Long Beach and San Pedro take 15 minutes. Motor vehicles are restricted on the island, making golf carts, bicycles and taxis the best ways to get around.

Facts about staying in Santa Catalina Island

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Santa Catalina Island to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on July 29, 2025.
  • Where is the best place to stay in Santa Catalina Island?

    Users favor staying in Avalon and Two Harbors. Consider these locations when searching for your desired stay.

  • What are the best hotels in Santa Catalina Island?

    Hotel Atwater (8.9/10 from 935 reviews), Catalina Canyon Inn (8.5/10 from 378 reviews), and Catalina Island Inn (7.3/10 from 801 reviews) are all highly rated places to stay in Santa Catalina Island.

  • What is a good hotel near Catalina Island Museum?

    With a rating of 8.9/10 from 935 reviews, Hotel Atwater is a hotel close to Catalina Island Museum that is well recommended by HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Santa Catalina Island near Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau?

    The most popular hotel near Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau is Hotel Atwater, with 935 HotelsCombined users scoring it 8.9/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Catalina Island Golf Course?

    A good hotel near Catalina Island Golf Course is Hotel Atwater, which has been rated 8.9/10 by 935 HotelsCombined user reviews.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Santa Catalina Island?

    If your travel plans to Santa Catalina Island are flexible, we recommend visiting at least one of the following most popular landmarks: Catalina Island Museum, Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau, or Catalina Island Golf Course. Avalon is the city you should stay in if you want to visit Catalina Island Museum. Staying in Avalon is preferred if you want to visit Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau. To visit Catalina Island Golf Course, it’s most convenient if you stay in Avalon.

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