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Santa Catalina Island

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Avalon
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    Ross S.
    "renting a golf cart from Golf Cart Rentals of Catalina Island"(5 Tips)
    Melonie G.
    "A scenic winding drive through the mountains with amazing views."(8 Tips)
    Jennifer G.
    "semi-submersible tour"(5 Tips)
    Bobbo B.
    "Helped me fix my bike and everything!"(3 Tips)
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  • Katie B.
    Katie BinghamJuly 18, 2013
    Love this island, lil piece of heavenA great hotel to stay at is the metropole, it is a great family hotel and a great spot for a romantic getaway, DO NOT stay at vista del mar, dirty and unfriendly.
  • ᴡ R.
    ᴡ ReptonJune 30, 2017
    There is a coffee roaster in Avalon and the coffee beans are available to purchase at Shades of Avalon (next door to the only drugstore) and at Avalon Liquor, plus if you call them they will deliver!
  • Juston P.
    Juston PayneJanuary 9, 2012
    Splurge on the fast catamaran, rent a bike on the island, and spend the day poking around this island. Bonus points if you find the herd of buffalo, which were brought here in the 1920's for a movie.
  • Brian T.heart icon on user image
    Brian TApril 25, 2016
    Beautiful island, great people. Outstanding food and drink. The view is breath taking.
  • Ross S.
    Ross SheingoldSeptember 14, 2014
    If renting a golf cart from Golf Cart Rentals of Catalina Island, book online at their website to get three hours for the price of two!
  • Avi G.
    Avi GurAugust 14, 2013
    Get a hotel in the center of Avalon, if you go up the hill or have a long walk back at the end of the night, it takes away from your nightlife experience.
  • Danielle N.
    Danielle NeufeldMay 5, 2012
    Take a golf cart to the botanical garden! It was really fun and very pretty up there. Didn't realize Wrigley (Cubs, bubblegum) had such an effect on the island. Interesting!
  • Dan M.
    Dan MilanoAugust 1, 2010
    Walk 5 minutes up Avalon Canyon road and visit The Sandtrap for delicious $1 tacos, $2 beers and $4 margaritas from 2-7pm!! You won't believe you spent less than $10 on this island for so much stuff!
  • stacey l.
    stacey longDecember 19, 2011
    love catalina, remember going when i was a kid on the glass bottom boat and watching the scuba diver feed the fish awesome!
  • BC .
    BC 😎🎶September 8, 2015
    Rent a golf cart and tour the island. The views from the mountains are glorious.
  • Matthew C.
    Matthew ChinMarch 21, 2011
    The package deal at Hotel Catalina was worth it. Round trip boat, two nights stay, and one activity (we did parasailing). All for less then 400 for two.
  • Mark C.heart icon on user image
    Mark ChaseAugust 14, 2014
    Love the vibe here. Not as expensive as I expected. Will definitely be back.
  • Eric S.
    Eric ShaneNovember 17, 2011
    Take a taxi up to the airport for lunch. And if it's available, take the tour of the Casino.
  • Melonie G.
    Melonie GallegosAugust 10, 2012
    Visit Airport in the Sky for lunch. A scenic winding drive through the mountains with amazing views.
  • Cynthia
    CynthiaMarch 16, 2013
    Take the skyline tour...well worth it & you might spot the bisons!
  • Michelle M.
    A piece of heaven in the Pacific waters!!
  • Bobbo B.
    Bobbo ByrnesSeptember 14, 2011
    The folks at Island Rental are super nice. Helped me fix my bike and everything!
  • Todd W.heart icon on user image
    Todd WhiteFebruary 16, 2015
    Great place to spend a day or a week!
  • Alicia E.heart icon on user image
    Alicia EzaddinApril 13, 2015
    Kids loved it...very safe!
  • Jun D.
    Jun DFebruary 24, 2013
    Scenic serene place to relax and enjoy island time!
  • Dane
    DaneAugust 24, 2014
    Due to the current drought, when you ask for water at restaurants, they will charge you 50 cents for bottled water.
  • Jeff G.
    Jeff GranberyAugust 5, 2010
    Weekend getaway from Newport Beach. It's a fun quick little vacation with tons of good food and good bars.
  • Kristin K.
    Kristin KirganSeptember 28, 2010
    Rooms are small, but great view, nice people and I love those salty nuts in the lobby!!
  • eric b.
    eric bornemannApril 8, 2021
    Really not as great as you think it will be...
  • Jason L.
    Jason LiangSeptember 26, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Stay in room 306! Great view + great service/ amenities = the Avalon Hotel
  • Jennifer G.
    Weekend Adventure in Catalina. Kayaking, zip lining, semi-submersible tour, palm reader, dinners, wine, good company. Read more
  • BREANNA D.
    BREANNA DETERTDecember 9, 2010
    Snorkeling with Catalina Rafting was amazing! Water is cold, but saw a lot of neat creatures.
  • Rebekah W.
    Rebekah WagnerMarch 12, 2012
    We had the best time on the island aboard the Viva!
  • •BeBeSkoda•
    •BeBeSkoda•September 4, 2011
    Coming off the boat feels like arriving at 'weekend at bernies'
  • Ryan G.
    Ryan GiordanoJuly 4, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    An excellent start to a visit on Catalina Island, the City of Avalon. Read more
  • Sergio C.heart icon on user image
    Sergio CordovaMarch 22, 2015
    Casino point is on point!
  • Kathleen C.
    Kathleen CollinsAugust 20, 2014
    Having a water crisis! On an island really? Get ready to pay for water everywhere
  • Kevin W.
    Kevin WhiteJune 20, 2011
    Head to Descanso Beach Club. A great place to relax and have drinks.
  • Tim D.heart icon on user image
    Tim DengMay 15, 2022
    pretty sick island. not the best island i’ve ever been on, but pretty sick.
  • Michael U.
    Michael UpdegraffOctober 23, 2010
    Spending the night in Downtown Avalon, bring earplugs, the gas powered golf carts are obnoxious.
  • Ryan P.heart icon on user image
    Ryan PalmerSeptember 11, 2019
    Take a buffalo tour
  • Roger M.heart icon on user image
    Roger MaMarch 3, 2016
    Go zip lining!
  • Jenna D.
    Jenna DFebruary 21, 2015
    Beautiful!!
  • Matthew C.
    Matthew ChinMarch 21, 2011
    Marlin club for darts and purple hooters!
  • Amol K.
    Amol KJuly 4, 2011
    Go parasailing. The views are amazing.
  • Chance D.
    Chance DunnApril 28, 2012
    Dive with Dive Catalina
  • Wendy W.
    Wendy W.June 25, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Go to Rosie's and get a swordfish sandwich...for serious. lol
  • Jimmy C.
    Jimmy CerahJuly 23, 2011
    Go to Sally's Waffle House, it's yummmmazing!!
  • Sandrah G.
    Sandrah GarciaMarch 28, 2010
    Visit the island and have some fun!
  • Jack
    JackJuly 15, 2010
    go snorkeling at lovers cove
  • Eric S.
    Eric SDecember 24, 2009
    Bike (and walk) up to the conservatory.
  • Lisa N.
    Lisa NagurskiApril 28, 2010
    Take a Segway tour.
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