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513 Crescent Ave., PO Box 737, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA 90704
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Pavilion Hotel
Ranked #3 of 18 hotels in Avalon
4.5 of 5 stars 279 Reviews
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  • Continental breakfast(36)
  • Fire pits(26)
  • Zip line(21)
  • Complimentary wine(13)
  • Very nice(13)
  • Happy Hour(8)
  • Starbucks coffee(6)
  • Flat screen TV(6)
  • Lounge chair(6)
  • Next time(4)
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Coronado, CA
Contributor
20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Excellent Location with Phenomenal Service!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

For a friends weekend, 4 of us decided to head to Catalina island. We shared a room, located on the second floor, and found everything very comfortable. The location cannot be beat. Even more important, the staff was very helpful; they were personable and friendly. The breakfast in the morning has an assortment of fruit and pastries. The Happy Hour, which provided a choice between red or white wine, was a great opportunity to mingle with other guests. We spent the second evening around the fire pit with a few other couples and had a great time laughing well into the evening.

My ONLY caveat is the pillows in the bedroom were not great. I would recommend bringing your own pillow for the perfect night's sleep.

Thanks to all the staff for making a good hotel a great experience.

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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Unforgettable stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012 via mobile
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Nice clean modern hotel very quiet and peaceful the staff was friendly and helpful. Comp Wine and cheese time by the fire pit was fantastic.

  • Stayed February 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Glendale, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Awesome Avalon”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012
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Spent Thurs night at the Pavilion to enjoy the city before I met up with friends to travel on to Two Harbors. I had wanted to stay here for a couple years since its remodel. It was wonderful. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. The room was lovely and inviting, very clean, and cozy, opening onto a semi-private patio. The afternoon wine and cheese gave a great opportunity to chat with other guests. Breakfast was also tasty with just enough variety. Lovely view of the pier and boats in the harbor from the outdoor patio, and enjoyed talking around the fire pit as the evening grew cooler. Hotel is in a great location, convenient to the beach, shopping and the boat landing. Highly recommend it, especially in the off-season when the pace of the island is slower and even more relaxing than "normal".

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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San Diego, CA
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Beautiful weekend”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012
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people found this review helpful

Clean, quiet and the unlimited plus package was FANTASTIC. Went on the Inland Tour; zipline; movie...can't be beat. The wine and cheese was wonderful and classy. Breakfast was great and well organized.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Riverside, CA
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6 reviews 6 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Weekend getaway”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012
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person found this review helpful

I took two friends who had never been to the island before for a birthday celebration and a weekend getaway. I was happy with the location of the hotel, being right off of front street and a short walk from the shuttle landing. The room as very nice, clean and well furnished for three people. But what really made the trip a great success was the staff. I had booked a package deal and when I tried to use some of the services, other than what was directly on hotel property, I was let down. The Avalon Grill was a hugh disappointment in the staff, their attitude and how the place was represented. Needless to say I will NEVER return nor suggest it to anyone in the future.. When Ibrough it up to the hotel staff, before I could even finish my compaint, teh night manager was on the phone to the grill and lodged a formal compaint on out behalf. I thought that was great.
I had also booked a few adventures on the island, one being the Eco Zip Tour. but for some reason one of the reservations did not make it to the comapny and I had to pay cas for the full price of the event. When I returend to the hotel, I was greeted by the same gentleman and there was no question as to refundig the full price I had to pay, but HOW to make it happen. He offered a very heartfelt apology and gave me the full price of teh event on my credit card.
If you ever want a great place to stay while on the island.. there is no better place than the Pavalion..

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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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  • Pavilion Lodge Catalina
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Address: 513 Crescent Ave., PO Box 737, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA 90704
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