Name: Pavilion Hotel
Address: 513 Crescent Avenue, Avalon, California, United States of America, Avalon, California, US
Price range: $213–$366 per night
Rating: 9.27

What guests think

Across many reviews, Pavilion Hotel earns praise for its central location by the beach and ferry, a lush courtyard with fire pit and seating, friendly staff, and extras like a nightly wine and cheese reception and a light continental breakfast.

Rooms are generally comfortable but several guests describe them as dated or dark for the price, with occasional issues like worn bedding, limited storage, and intermittent problems with TVs, plumbing, or hot water. Most find the property clean and well maintained, though a few reported housekeeping lapses, ants, or noise from upstairs neighbors. Expect a relaxing garden setting and a highly convenient base for Avalon, with charming extras but rooms that may feel older.

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Facilities

The landscaped courtyard with ample seating and a fire pit is a standout feature. Guests also note practical touches like beach towels and chairs and luggage storage; a few mentioned outdoor wasps.

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10

Elizabeth

Aug 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful property landscaped like a tropical paradise. Free amenities include wine and cheese, light breakfast, WiFi, beach towels, beach chairs. The be a is just steps away, a cozy fire pit is on the property. The staff is friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. I would recommend this property to my friends

10

Jenifer

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This property has outdoor seating with comfortable chairs and a fire pit. Nice to sit outside and visit.

10

MONIQUE

Oct 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was walking distance from the boat, to all the restaurants and golf cart rentals, across from the beach, offered beach towels and chairs, had light breakfast and wine and cheese in the evening, it was clean and had air conditioning. It was beautiful and well kept.

10

Charles

Oct 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Pavilion is a beautiful boutique hotel. It is located in the heart of the crescent and an easy walk to all the shops, restaurants, and attractions. The grounds are excellent. Amenities like bag service to/from Catalina Express, happy hour, continental breakfast, and local meal credits all add to the excellence of this location.

10

Neil

Apr 15, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The front desk was helpful, assisting with booking Catalina Island Company adventures. The wine and cheese plate offering each day was nice. We were able to leave our luggage for a short time after checkout until we caught the ferry. The location was ideal, right on the "boardwalk." The grounds were beautiful.

10

Lisa

Apr 30, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location with beautiful grounds!

10

Cameron

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I love the location of this hotel right on the boardwalk facing the marina. The view is so lovely. I could sit there forever. The fire pit at night is charming and an opportunity to meet and visit with other guests at the hotel. Also the wine and cheese reception Delightful and very tasty !

8

Olga

Sep 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Unfortunately, a lot of wasps.

10

Joseph

May 2, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful courtyard gardens across the street from the ocean.

10

Debra

Oct 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Pavilion Hotel is my favorite place to stay on Catalina Island. It is right on the main boardwalk, overlooking the water, with easy access to all shops and restaurants. The grounds are beautiful with lounge chairs around a beautiful garden, a fire pit and tables with chairs to sit and relax. They have a daily happy hour which includes a complimentary glass of wine with cheese and crackers. The staff are all very nice and helpful. I can't imagine staying anywhere else in Avalon.

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Cleanliness

Reviews commonly describe the hotel and rooms as very clean and well maintained. A few reported lapses such as ants or missed cleaning.

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10

Leonard

Jun 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

property was in a good location. Very clean and safe

8

Gilbert

May 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a pleasant, relaxing stay. The staff were friendly and helpful; the room was clean and quiet. Our only suggestion would be to add a microwave. We would stay here again.

10

Kamila

Jun 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent option for staying at Catalina. Walking distance everywhere. The hotel is very clean and well maintained. Staff is excellent, very friendly and helpful. Continental breakfast and small happy hour (glass of wine and cheesse) are provided every day. Rooms are smallish, but that’s in every hotel in Catalina. Very comfortable, though. We will stay here again!

6

Peggy

Dec 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We couldn’t reach the hotel front desk when we needed some first aid- ice when I was burned by hot coffee from in in room coffee maker. Also, the toilet was clogged & they didn’t have anyone available to fix it

6

Jennifer

Nov 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

For this property you are paying for location. You can walk to the ferry and you are on the main street. Everything is very easy to access. However, the property is less than satisfactory. It is similar to a motel. There is no pool or hot tub. We woke up to no hot water which it was fixed within 30 minutes and our room was not cleaned. We found a hunk of broccoli on the floor when we checked it out.

10

colleen

May 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very impressed. Very clean, amazing staff

10

Carmencita

Oct 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good people and very clean

10

Angela

Oct 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great property, safe, quiet, clean and relaxing! I would highly recommend.

10

Denise

Sep 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The outdoor seating area was very inviting. The grounds around the hotel were very well manicured and maintained. The room was very clean and the hotel offered small bottles of shampoo, conditioner, soap and lotion. I prefer those over mass dispensers on the walls. The hotel was close to everything and reasonably priced. My husband and I would stay there again if going to Catalina Island.

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable for many but several describe dated or dark interiors, limited storage, and occasional noise from upstairs. Some reported maintenance issues or wear, including lumpy mattresses, smelly pillows, weak plumbing, or malfunctioning TVs.

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Anita

Oct 18, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Convenient and walkable. The outside grounds were nice. Good evening reception. Clean room with spacious vanity. Our premium room lacked a dresser, difficult to store clothing in small cubbies in closet. Bedding could use some refurbishing. The pillows a little smelly, mattress could be more comfortable. I expected a larger room for upgrade. Not sure if I would return for the price but most of Catalina is not now that affordable.

10

Kamila

Jun 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent option for staying at Catalina. Walking distance everywhere. The hotel is very clean and well maintained. Staff is excellent, very friendly and helpful. Continental breakfast and small happy hour (glass of wine and cheesse) are provided every day. Rooms are smallish, but that’s in every hotel in Catalina. Very comfortable, though. We will stay here again!

10

Kristin

May 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We loved the property but couldn’t find plug ins near the bed for 2 CPAPS….

10

CYNTHIA

Oct 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful stay. Perfect location. Wonderful service. Nice wine and cheese happy hour included. Mattress was a bit lumpy but overall comfortable. Highly recommend.

10

Chris

Sep 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We really enjoyed our stay at the pavilion. The hotel is located right in the heart of all the action & only 5 minutes from the Catalina express dock. They have a very fun happy hour every night for the guests serving complimentary wine & cheese. We didn’t wake up early enough for breakfast. The rooms are a good size , the AC worked great & the beds & pillows were so comfortable!!! It was quiet despite being in the heart of the city. We slept great.

8

Tamsen

Mar 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room and bed was so comfortable, we loved our patio even though it was a bit chilly to sit outside. We really enjoyed the outdoor fire pit and wine and cheese hour, we met several of our neighbors! The only complaint is that we could hear our upstairs neighbors walking around in their room, so if you are sensitive to noise, stay in an upstairs room.

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Jennifer

Jun 17, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely location and staff BUT very expensive at $500+ a night to have a room with broken TV, no maid service unless u ask, worst continental breakfast that ends at 9 sharp, even on weekends.

8

Felipe

Sep 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great Landscaping, great customer service. The only things is the owners to to invest in remodeli g the interior of rooms. They need new carpet. New beds new shower

8

Monica

Jul 6, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The property grounds, happy hour and breakfast are fantastic. You can’t pick a more convenient location. However, the rooms are really run down, dark and appear to not have been updated for at least 40 years. Our toilet didn’t work great but the staff was quick to help. It seems like you are staying at 2 totally different hotels…the beautiful tropical outdoor space hotel then a bad motel when you step in your room. For the price, the hotel really needs to redo the rooms.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, and they assist with activity bookings and hold luggage. Occasional complaints cite difficulty reaching the front desk, long waits for rooms, or missed dock assistance.

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Laura

May 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely gardens throughout the property, nice wine and cheese welcome, convenient continental breakfast. The staff were extremely helpful and accommodating. They helped with activity reservations and meal recommendations. Very kind and courteous.

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Peggy

Dec 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We couldn’t reach the hotel front desk when we needed some first aid- ice when I was burned by hot coffee from in in room coffee maker. Also, the toilet was clogged & they didn’t have anyone available to fix it

10

Candyce

Nov 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is amazing with a beautiful reception area and foliage that makes you feel like you're walking through a jungle to get to your room. They will store your bags for you until check-in and we even got to check in early. I cant think of one thing I DIDN'T like about the hotel.

10

Neil

Apr 15, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The front desk was helpful, assisting with booking Catalina Island Company adventures. The wine and cheese plate offering each day was nice. We were able to leave our luggage for a short time after checkout until we caught the ferry. The location was ideal, right on the "boardwalk." The grounds were beautiful.

6

Jennifer

Jun 17, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely location and staff BUT very expensive at $500+ a night to have a room with broken TV, no maid service unless u ask, worst continental breakfast that ends at 9 sharp, even on weekends.

10

Paul

Nov 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful property in an excellent location. Staff was amazing. My wife and I had a great stay. Looking forward to our next trip!

10

Allison

Jun 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We loved our experience here. The staff was especially helpful from start to finish and super friendly.

10

Debra

Oct 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Pavilion Hotel is my favorite place to stay on Catalina Island. It is right on the main boardwalk, overlooking the water, with easy access to all shops and restaurants. The grounds are beautiful with lounge chairs around a beautiful garden, a fire pit and tables with chairs to sit and relax. They have a daily happy hour which includes a complimentary glass of wine with cheese and crackers. The staff are all very nice and helpful. I can't imagine staying anywhere else in Avalon.

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DAYTON

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was very unorganized. Housekeeping came 2 days early to ask if we were checking out. Front desk told us that the Bison tour was closed for the season. After leaving early, the front desk called us if we were going to check out.

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Location

Outstanding central location across from the beach and a short walk from the ferry, shops, and restaurants. Easy to explore Avalon on foot, with patio areas offering harbor views.

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Patrick

May 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The Pavilion is a fantastic property that is seconds away from the beach and all of the best dining in catalina!

10

Elizabeth

Jun 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location.

10

Latricia

Jul 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location. Walkable from the port. Garden was really nice

10

Clair

Sep 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location, beautiful views. Would stay here again.

10

MONIQUE

Oct 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was walking distance from the boat, to all the restaurants and golf cart rentals, across from the beach, offered beach towels and chairs, had light breakfast and wine and cheese in the evening, it was clean and had air conditioning. It was beautiful and well kept.

10

Diane

Jul 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

In the middle of everything.

10

Charles

Oct 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Pavilion is a beautiful boutique hotel. It is located in the heart of the crescent and an easy walk to all the shops, restaurants, and attractions. The grounds are excellent. Amenities like bag service to/from Catalina Express, happy hour, continental breakfast, and local meal credits all add to the excellence of this location.

10

Cindy

Oct 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location is hands down the best! Also the staff were super friendly. The breakfast was okay (bagels and fruits). The hotel is right in the middle of all the happening area and in front of the beach. However, the furniture and linens are not compatible to the price that I paid. Theirs is another hotel just a couple of blocks away that’s cheaper with remodel rooms. Although the location is in front of the beach, I would probably go somewhere else for the price.

10

PURVESH

Jun 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Across the beach, on the Main Street walkable distance to shopping, dining, local activities. Helpful staff.

10

Debra

Oct 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Pavilion Hotel is my favorite place to stay on Catalina Island. It is right on the main boardwalk, overlooking the water, with easy access to all shops and restaurants. The grounds are beautiful with lounge chairs around a beautiful garden, a fire pit and tables with chairs to sit and relax. They have a daily happy hour which includes a complimentary glass of wine with cheese and crackers. The staff are all very nice and helpful. I can't imagine staying anywhere else in Avalon.

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Dining

The complimentary evening wine and cheese is a consistent highlight. Breakfast is a simple continental selection; some guests found it limited or ending early, and a few experienced confusion about what was included.

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Catrice

Apr 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient. Nice wine reception each night and nice outdoor seating area.

8

Linda

May 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The breakfast shut down before time both days of our stay and it seems like we paid the $40 fee for nothing!

10

Cheryl

May 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and friendly staff. Lovely room and gardens. Loved the breakfast with bagels and croissants and also wine and cheese in the evening. We have stayed here many times and will return again! Highly recommend The Pavilion!

10

L

May 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay-outdoor covered patio area with views of the ocean/harbor. Landscaped interior and great breakfast. Friendly staff evening wine reception was also a plus.

10

Clyde

Apr 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy walk from the ferry; great front desk staff; cute room; loved the croissants & coffee in the morning; easy walking to everything especially our new favorite restaurant, Avalon Grille.

10

Monica

Jun 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Grounds well taken care of, plenty of outdoor seating, loved the wine & cheese. Breakfast is a croissant, fruit, tea, coffee. Staff friendly & competent.

6

Jennifer

Jun 17, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely location and staff BUT very expensive at $500+ a night to have a room with broken TV, no maid service unless u ask, worst continental breakfast that ends at 9 sharp, even on weekends.

10

Cindy

Oct 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location is hands down the best! Also the staff were super friendly. The breakfast was okay (bagels and fruits). The hotel is right in the middle of all the happening area and in front of the beach. However, the furniture and linens are not compatible to the price that I paid. Theirs is another hotel just a couple of blocks away that’s cheaper with remodel rooms. Although the location is in front of the beach, I would probably go somewhere else for the price.

10

tina

May 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast and wine & cheese such a nice touch. Also we were give a 20$ voucher for a selected restaurants which was a surprise and added bonus . Will definitely be staying with Pavilion again!

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Monica

Jul 6, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The property grounds, happy hour and breakfast are fantastic. You can’t pick a more convenient location. However, the rooms are really run down, dark and appear to not have been updated for at least 40 years. Our toilet didn’t work great but the staff was quick to help. It seems like you are staying at 2 totally different hotels…the beautiful tropical outdoor space hotel then a bad motel when you step in your room. For the price, the hotel really needs to redo the rooms.

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Month	Average price
March	$319
April	$326
May	$335
June	$393
July	$450
August	$445

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1	2	3
4 $355	5 $363	6 $310	7 $303	8	9	10
11 $303	12 $357	13 $357	14	15 $305	16	17
18 $299	19 $299	20 $213	21 $213	22	23	24
25 $299	26 $216	27 $216	28 $214	29 $214	30	31

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18	19
20	21 $306	22	23	24	25	26
27 $366	28	29	30

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