Hotel Mac Rae
$288
/ night
Avg. for September
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$288
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Hotel Mac Rae average $170 in January, the cheapest month, and $374 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $170 |
| February | $193 |
| March | $237 |
| April | $214 |
| May | $246 |
| June | $270 |
| July | $365 |
| August | $374 |
| September | $288 |
| October | $292 |
| November | $213 |
| December | $181 |
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Cheapest: January (~$170)
About this property
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 guestrooms. Conveniences include irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Hotel Mac Rae, you'll be centrally located in Avalon, steps from Catalina Museum for Art & History and a short 3-minute drive from Catalina Island Golf Course. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Catalina Island Visitor Center and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Green Pleasure Pier.
What's nearby
Catalina Island Visitor Center(0.1 miles)
Green Pleasure Pier(0.1 miles)
Three Palms Avalon Arcade(0.1 miles)
Catalina Museum for Art & History(0.2 miles)
Avalon Port(0.3 miles)
Lovers Cove(0.4 miles)
Avalon Theater(0.4 miles)
Catalina Casino(0.4 miles)
Catalina Island Medical Center(0.5 miles)
Catalina Island Golf Course(0.8 miles)
Hamilton Beach(1.2 miles)
Nature Center at Avalon Canyon(1.3 miles)
Wrigley Memorial and Botanic Garden(1.6 miles)
Bannings Beach(6.8 miles)
Button Shell Beach(10.2 miles)
The nearest major airport is Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)(10.2 miles)
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Beach (Nearby)
Scuba Diving
Karaoke
Fishing
Location
409 Crescent Avenue, PO Box 246, Avalon, California, United States of America
Catalina Island Visitor Center (0.1 miles)
Green Pleasure Pier (0.1 miles)
Three Palms Avalon Arcade (0.1 miles)
Catalina Museum for Art & History (0.2 miles)
Avalon Port (0.3 miles)
Lovers Cove (0.4 miles)
Room options
Room, Courtyard Area (2 Double Beds)
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 4
3
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Room, Courtyard Area (1 Full and 1 Twin Bed)
Room details
1 Full Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 3
3
Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Classic Room, 1 Double Bed
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Guest reviews
8.3
Very good
Based on 1,004 verified reviews
What guests think
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Across the reviews, Hotel Mac Rae stands out for its unbeatable central, beachfront location and consistently friendly staff, with many guests appreciating clean, cozy rooms and convenient perks like luggage storage despite the property’s older, small-room character.
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Across the reviews, Hotel Mac Rae stands out for its unbeatable central, beachfront location and consistently friendly staff, with many guests appreciating clean, cozy rooms and convenient perks like luggage storage despite the property’s older, small-room character.
Common drawbacks include steep stairs with no elevator, small and dated bathrooms, thin walls with occasional noise, and a very basic breakfast. Oceanfront rooms offer great views but can pick up street and bar noise; a few reviews also noted spotty Wi‑Fi or minor maintenance issues. Best for travelers who prioritize convenience over extra amenities.
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Facilities
Access is via steep stairs with no elevator. Guests appreciate the courtyard seating, luggage storage, beach towels, and the option to shower after checkout.
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SHARYN
Aug 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location. Enjoyed the open patio. Be sure you can climb the stairs.
Great location. Enjoyed the open patio. Be sure you can climb the stairs.
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SUSAN
Jul 11, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved the quaint hotel and the location was perfect! The courtyard was so perfect to just hang out with our family in another room. Would definitely stay there again! The rooms were a little small and there were stairs to climb but not a deal breaker! Very clean!
We loved the quaint hotel and the location was perfect! The courtyard was so perfect to just hang out with our family in another room. Would definitely stay there again! The rooms were a little small and there were stairs to climb but not a deal breaker! Very clean!
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Joanne
Apr 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean hotel. Great location. Love how they have a shower for you to use after check out in case u want to have s beach day on your last day.
Very clean hotel. Great location. Love how they have a shower for you to use after check out in case u want to have s beach day on your last day.
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Kelly
Jun 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were great. Very accommodating and friendly. This is an older hotel, right on the Main Street where the restaurants and shops are. Right across from the beach. Very convenient. Our room was very small and no view, just the patio area. The room was cute and very clean. They said breakfast was included which were pastries, yogurt and coffee. It was pricey for what we got but I guess it’s about the location. What we didn’t like was to get to the office and rooms you had to go up two flights of stairs, there wasn’t an elevator. If someone is in a wheel chair or crutches, this isn’t the place for you.
The staff were great. Very accommodating and friendly. This is an older hotel, right on the Main Street where the restaurants and shops are. Right across from the beach. Very convenient. Our room was very small and no view, just the patio area. The room was cute and very clean. They said breakfast was included which were pastries, yogurt and coffee. It was pricey for what we got but I guess it’s about the location. What we didn’t like was to get to the office and rooms you had to go up two flights of stairs, there wasn’t an elevator. If someone is in a wheel chair or crutches, this isn’t the place for you.
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Patricia
Apr 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beach front location in Avalon, Catalina Island. Only a few minutes walk from the ferry terminal. Very convenient! The best part of our stay was Daniel in the office. So kind and accommodating, great customer service, very friendly and knowledgeable. Continental breakfast items are available at 7AM. Our room was just around the corner from the breakfast location and it was a little noisy before 7AM. We were also directly across from the luggage hold area which was also a bit noisy. In future I would request a room farther from the office because of the noise level. The 2 flights of stairs (only access from street level) are steep and treacherous with heavy luggage. If you are a person with a disability, you might prefer another hotel. All those things aside, we enjoyed our stay. Especially the luggage hold option, free water, and restroom availability after we checked out, before ferry departure.
Beach front location in Avalon, Catalina Island. Only a few minutes walk from the ferry terminal. Very convenient! The best part of our stay was Daniel in the office. So kind and accommodating, great customer service, very friendly and knowledgeable. Continental breakfast items are available at 7AM. Our room was just around the corner from the breakfast location and it was a little noisy before 7AM. We were also directly across from the luggage hold area which was also a bit noisy. In future I would request a room farther from the office because of the noise level. The 2 flights of stairs (only access from street level) are steep and treacherous with heavy luggage. If you are a person with a disability, you might prefer another hotel. All those things aside, we enjoyed our stay. Especially the luggage hold option, free water, and restroom availability after we checked out, before ferry departure.
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Daryl
Jun 22, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is in a great area, and had friendly staff. My main complaint is about the fact that there is no elevator or ramp to get to the hotel. You have to climb approximately 50 steps to get the everything and of you are on a wheelchair, walker or a stroller it will be almost impossible to get to your room.
The hotel is in a great area, and had friendly staff. My main complaint is about the fact that there is no elevator or ramp to get to the hotel. You have to climb approximately 50 steps to get the everything and of you are on a wheelchair, walker or a stroller it will be almost impossible to get to your room.
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Jill
Jun 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean and hotel was right on the beach, but it was a very small, expensive room (no beach view) and we had to walk up many stairs (no elevator) and with luggage it wasn’t easy. The staff was excellent and they even called us to let us know we could check in early so that was unexpectedly nice. The hotel is old and the rooms need to be remodeled
Room was clean and hotel was right on the beach, but it was a very small, expensive room (no beach view) and we had to walk up many stairs (no elevator) and with luggage it wasn’t easy. The staff was excellent and they even called us to let us know we could check in early so that was unexpectedly nice. The hotel is old and the rooms need to be remodeled
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Abrie
Jun 23, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a good stay at the hotel. It was clean and the decor was as pictured. Our stay was mostly quiet, though our room was next to the ice maker, luggage shelves and front office, so we could hear the ice machine and when people were congregating in the mornings for breakfast, check out, etc. The amenities were as expected except there was no microwave. There was a fridge and a coffee maker. The bed was decent but a bit too soft for me. The breakfast was grab and go items-- we saw yogurt and danishes, but we may have missed some options due to sleeping in. There is no elevator and all the rooms are upstairs, so that is something to consider before booking. They have shelves to stow your luggage if you would like to spend more time on the island after check out. They also provided beach towels. We had a great stay and would recommend this place with the disclaimers mentioned above :).
We had a good stay at the hotel. It was clean and the decor was as pictured. Our stay was mostly quiet, though our room was next to the ice maker, luggage shelves and front office, so we could hear the ice machine and when people were congregating in the mornings for breakfast, check out, etc. The amenities were as expected except there was no microwave. There was a fridge and a coffee maker. The bed was decent but a bit too soft for me. The breakfast was grab and go items-- we saw yogurt and danishes, but we may have missed some options due to sleeping in. There is no elevator and all the rooms are upstairs, so that is something to consider before booking. They have shelves to stow your luggage if you would like to spend more time on the island after check out. They also provided beach towels. We had a great stay and would recommend this place with the disclaimers mentioned above :).
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WILLIAM
Jan 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel was perfect, the rooms, while small, were very clean. The hotel is old but well kept. You do have to carry your luggage up two flights of stairs. The people are wonderful and I would highly recommend this place.
This hotel was perfect, the rooms, while small, were very clean. The hotel is old but well kept. You do have to carry your luggage up two flights of stairs. The people are wonderful and I would highly recommend this place.
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Linda
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The only difficulty I had was that there was no elevator. However, the staff did help us carry our suitcases up and down the stairs.
The only difficulty I had was that there was no elevator. However, the staff did help us carry our suitcases up and down the stairs.
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Cleanliness
Most guests report very clean rooms and common areas. A few noted odors or isolated cleanliness issues.
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Daniel
Apr 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Old and outdated. Had a bad smell.
Old and outdated. Had a bad smell.
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jing
Jan 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We love the place. It’s very cozy and clean and in a excellent location!
We love the place. It’s very cozy and clean and in a excellent location!
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Susan
Nov 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean room. Very comfy bed. Quiet. Hotel is close to everything! Great coffee in the morning!!!
Clean room. Very comfy bed. Quiet. Hotel is close to everything! Great coffee in the morning!!!
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Margaret
Oct 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was filthy, could hear everything through the walls. There was no way to actually get to the hotel on a golf cart, we had to carry all of our bags not only to the middle of the town, but up two flights of steep stairs because there was not an elevator, that should have been made very clear before we made the reservation, not after
The room was filthy, could hear everything through the walls. There was no way to actually get to the hotel on a golf cart, we had to carry all of our bags not only to the middle of the town, but up two flights of steep stairs because there was not an elevator, that should have been made very clear before we made the reservation, not after
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Dora
Jul 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room we stayed in 213 had a weird mildew smell and it was right by the vending and ice machines, which made noise all night. It was also annoying that we had to check out an iron and ironing board by leaving our ID. I wouldn’t recommend staying here unless other rooms are more spaces and less noisy. Also, the wifi didn’t work.
The room we stayed in 213 had a weird mildew smell and it was right by the vending and ice machines, which made noise all night. It was also annoying that we had to check out an iron and ironing board by leaving our ID. I wouldn’t recommend staying here unless other rooms are more spaces and less noisy. Also, the wifi didn’t work.
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Jorge
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location is excellent, rooms are clean and the front desk person was helpful and friendly. I am looking forward to coming back.
The location is excellent, rooms are clean and the front desk person was helpful and friendly. I am looking forward to coming back.
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Araceli
Apr 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We love the hotel location , especially how close it is to the port, and how close it is to all the fun activities. The staff was also very helpful and friendly and the rooms were very clean and cozy.
We love the hotel location , especially how close it is to the port, and how close it is to all the fun activities. The staff was also very helpful and friendly and the rooms were very clean and cozy.
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Rachel
Jan 8, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel for the price, spotlessly clean, friendly staff
Great hotel for the price, spotlessly clean, friendly staff
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Ryan
Jun 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful we loved it. Only thing was the non smoking room did smell like smoke.
Beautiful we loved it. Only thing was the non smoking room did smell like smoke.
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Jean
Oct 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms are small, but they are clean and tidy, and the bed was comfortable. The common area outside area was comfortable sunny had comfy chairs and table. The people were very nice accommodating trustworthy. In general, it was a good experience and well worth the money, considering the cost of in Avalon
The rooms are small, but they are clean and tidy, and the bed was comfortable. The common area outside area was comfortable sunny had comfy chairs and table. The people were very nice accommodating trustworthy. In general, it was a good experience and well worth the money, considering the cost of in Avalon
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Rooms
Rooms are small and somewhat dated, with compact bathrooms and thin walls; some oceanfront units offer excellent views but can be noisy. Occasional Wi‑Fi or maintenance issues are mentioned.
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Emily
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved it! The front desk receptionist who checked us in was amazing, he gave us many recommendations and greeted us each time we walked into the hotel! Although the room was older, it was VERY clean, quiet and comfortable. Location was perfect! My only critique is the wifi really didn’t work most of our stay and the TV was very small with cable that would frequently disconnect. Overall, would absolutely stay here again!
Loved it! The front desk receptionist who checked us in was amazing, he gave us many recommendations and greeted us each time we walked into the hotel! Although the room was older, it was VERY clean, quiet and comfortable. Location was perfect! My only critique is the wifi really didn’t work most of our stay and the TV was very small with cable that would frequently disconnect. Overall, would absolutely stay here again!
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Syrena
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I at first was a little shocked about the size of the room and bathroom especially, my bf is 6’2 and it was very small for him to move around or even use the restroom also the walls are a little thinner then liked so just please keep that in mind !! Stay was great and ac blows nice cold air the staff is great and they have a small breakfast in the morningg
I at first was a little shocked about the size of the room and bathroom especially, my bf is 6’2 and it was very small for him to move around or even use the restroom also the walls are a little thinner then liked so just please keep that in mind !! Stay was great and ac blows nice cold air the staff is great and they have a small breakfast in the morningg
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Ngoc Tran
Sep 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Small rooms, but close to everything.
Small rooms, but close to everything.
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Michael
Nov 29, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This is a great place to stay. Right on the coast. I loved hearing the surf all night. My only complaint is that the shower was small.
This is a great place to stay. Right on the coast. I loved hearing the surf all night. My only complaint is that the shower was small.
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Jeff
Jan 16, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel was very quiet, it was the off season. My wife and I began to have electrical problems our 1st night. We were told when we checked in to use a small space heater since the room HVAC was not working. This space heater started tripping the circuit breakers for our room. It was very cold and we did not know this had happened. It was eventually fixed, but left not so good thoughts about the hotel.
Hotel was very quiet, it was the off season. My wife and I began to have electrical problems our 1st night. We were told when we checked in to use a small space heater since the room HVAC was not working. This space heater started tripping the circuit breakers for our room. It was very cold and we did not know this had happened. It was eventually fixed, but left not so good thoughts about the hotel.
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Karen
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rm #1 was very outdated, tiny bathroom and very small room. We asked to be moved. They were full first night but moved us the second night. Rm #2 was better. Same outdated furniture, the bathroom was a bit bigger. The continental breakfast was not much. No ocean views, shops were very close. We would not stay there again.
Rm #1 was very outdated, tiny bathroom and very small room. We asked to be moved. They were full first night but moved us the second night. Rm #2 was better. Same outdated furniture, the bathroom was a bit bigger. The continental breakfast was not much. No ocean views, shops were very close. We would not stay there again.
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Jody
Nov 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Sink didn’t drain, tv remotes didn’t work, just felt the rates were too high for time of year and quality of the room
Sink didn’t drain, tv remotes didn’t work, just felt the rates were too high for time of year and quality of the room
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Klaus
Oct 2, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Not the newest hotel, but updated and very well maintained, and very clean. The staff is very friendly, and the location is great. We had an ocean view room, which was great. The only caution is that you then also get the noise from people walking right by your window, and it goes on late into the night. If that bothers you, get one of the garden view rooms. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
Not the newest hotel, but updated and very well maintained, and very clean. The staff is very friendly, and the location is great. We had an ocean view room, which was great. The only caution is that you then also get the noise from people walking right by your window, and it goes on late into the night. If that bothers you, get one of the garden view rooms. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
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marilyn
Sep 7, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This was the tiniest and most outdated hotel I've ever stayed in. The staff was great, but the hotel room was bad! There were missing bulbs, the bathroom door didn't close unless it was lifted. I could barely fit into the shower (I am 5'8) and the tiny shower was so dark we had to prop the door open slightly. The bed was waaay too soft and the decor was from the 70s or 80s. The only reason we didn't check into a nicer hotel was we didn't want to lose the one night stay which is the penalty for late cancelation.
This was the tiniest and most outdated hotel I've ever stayed in. The staff was great, but the hotel room was bad! There were missing bulbs, the bathroom door didn't close unless it was lifted. I could barely fit into the shower (I am 5'8) and the tiny shower was so dark we had to prop the door open slightly. The bed was waaay too soft and the decor was from the 70s or 80s. The only reason we didn't check into a nicer hotel was we didn't want to lose the one night stay which is the penalty for late cancelation.
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JONATHAN
Aug 4, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed 3 nights in an oceanfront king for my wife's birthday celebration. Great place! Room was nice, clean, and comfortable. It is a little on the smaller side, but it is a vintage venue and they make good use of the space. Well laid out for a couple. Staff was friendly and helpful. View was amazing, looking out over the water and harbor. This is right in the middle of everything, so the sounds of music and people were pretty constant from around 9:00 AM until 10:00 or 11:00 at night. We didn't actually mind it, though. The sound of the waves on the shore could also be heard above the rest of the revelry, so the ambiance was still beautiful. And, once the din of people tapered off at night, all that was left was the repeating waves throughout the night. Very relaxing. We would definitely go back again.
We stayed 3 nights in an oceanfront king for my wife's birthday celebration. Great place! Room was nice, clean, and comfortable. It is a little on the smaller side, but it is a vintage venue and they make good use of the space. Well laid out for a couple. Staff was friendly and helpful. View was amazing, looking out over the water and harbor. This is right in the middle of everything, so the sounds of music and people were pretty constant from around 9:00 AM until 10:00 or 11:00 at night. We didn't actually mind it, though. The sound of the waves on the shore could also be heard above the rest of the revelry, so the ambiance was still beautiful. And, once the din of people tapered off at night, all that was left was the repeating waves throughout the night. Very relaxing. We would definitely go back again.
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, including early check‑in and luggage help. A few guests reported unfriendly interactions or difficulty reaching staff after hours.
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SARNDRA
Dec 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Small and efficient room just what we needed prior to starting our biking trip of the island. The office staff were extremely helpful and we appreciated the assistance in being able to bring our bikes into courtyard. Thank you for a comfortable stay !
Small and efficient room just what we needed prior to starting our biking trip of the island. The office staff were extremely helpful and we appreciated the assistance in being able to bring our bikes into courtyard. Thank you for a comfortable stay !
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Michael
May 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was very responsive, no matter what the request. We had a very pleasant stay..
Staff was very responsive, no matter what the request. We had a very pleasant stay..
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Melanie
Jul 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We got there 8pm and office was closed and had to call a number. Had to call again 10 minutes later and she finally replied coming out of one of the rooms and she was not happy. She was rude, did not smile and seemed irritated we checked in at 8pm. For $330/night you would think this hotel would have a receptionist until at least midnight or have at least a nice girl. This experience set the mood for our stay in the hotel. Never will I go to this hotel again. Atwater hotel around the corner is much MUCH nicer for about the same price.
We got there 8pm and office was closed and had to call a number. Had to call again 10 minutes later and she finally replied coming out of one of the rooms and she was not happy. She was rude, did not smile and seemed irritated we checked in at 8pm. For $330/night you would think this hotel would have a receptionist until at least midnight or have at least a nice girl. This experience set the mood for our stay in the hotel. Never will I go to this hotel again. Atwater hotel around the corner is much MUCH nicer for about the same price.
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Sandra
Dec 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The woman who was on staff was very sweet and checked us in early. Room was nice, clean and cozy. At checkout, she was nice to say to leave luggage and she’d watch it for us.
The woman who was on staff was very sweet and checked us in early. Room was nice, clean and cozy. At checkout, she was nice to say to leave luggage and she’d watch it for us.
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Gayaneh
Sep 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a good and convenient location. But… is overpriced . Thanks for polite and very kind person in reception, he did a late check out for us. Sorry, I did not remember the name of the young man.
It was a good and convenient location. But… is overpriced . Thanks for polite and very kind person in reception, he did a late check out for us. Sorry, I did not remember the name of the young man.
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Perry
Jul 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
When checking out kept my luggage for a few hours I really appreciate that
When checking out kept my luggage for a few hours I really appreciate that
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Christina
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved the location of this property. The room are perfectly adequate and the water was hot. One major problem was that the after hours phone number was not working. When our kids locked us out of the room, we had to search for someone who could call the people working. It turns out they stay there and one can just bang loudly on the door to try to get their attention. But we did not know this for a few hours. Otherwise, this hotel is good as a home base for exploring Avalon.
We loved the location of this property. The room are perfectly adequate and the water was hot. One major problem was that the after hours phone number was not working. When our kids locked us out of the room, we had to search for someone who could call the people working. It turns out they stay there and one can just bang loudly on the door to try to get their attention. But we did not know this for a few hours. Otherwise, this hotel is good as a home base for exploring Avalon.
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Megan L
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The service at this hotel is what makes it 5 stars. All the staff are pleasant and were amazingly helpful when our originally scheduled ferry was canceled. Our room didn’t have a view, had an awkward amount of furniture (highly recommend removing the extra chair so there’s a place for luggage - we stored it above the fridge to make space), and was a little dated. But it served its purpose and the AC worked great so no complaints :-). SUPER convenient to get to anywhere in Avalon by walking.
The service at this hotel is what makes it 5 stars. All the staff are pleasant and were amazingly helpful when our originally scheduled ferry was canceled. Our room didn’t have a view, had an awkward amount of furniture (highly recommend removing the extra chair so there’s a place for luggage - we stored it above the fridge to make space), and was a little dated. But it served its purpose and the AC worked great so no complaints :-). SUPER convenient to get to anywhere in Avalon by walking.
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Linda
Jun 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Front desk was not very friendly. It was very noisy throughout the night, several people banging their suitcases on the stairs and slamming doors. Location was great.
Front desk was not very friendly. It was very noisy throughout the night, several people banging their suitcases on the stairs and slamming doors. Location was great.
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Francisco
Jun 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Daniel (front desk) was the best host! He called us the night before to pre-order breakfast...which was unexpected and awesome...he was well informed with regards to dining and breakfast facilities...he was very attentive and made the experience feel more than what we payed for! Great experience at MacRae Hotel!
Daniel (front desk) was the best host! He called us the night before to pre-order breakfast...which was unexpected and awesome...he was well informed with regards to dining and breakfast facilities...he was very attentive and made the experience feel more than what we payed for! Great experience at MacRae Hotel!
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Location
Central waterfront setting steps from the beach, shops, and ferry; very walkable. Oceanfront rooms may pick up street or bar noise at night.
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Todd
Nov 17, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
For our first visit on Catalina Island, this property was perfectly located in the center of town on the waterfront. We had a room with a waterfront view that was perfect to wake up to every morning. It was a relatively short and enjoyable walk from the boat landing to the hotel. You can't beat the weather on the island. We were there in November and needed a break from the rain in Portland, Or. We would definitely look at this property again for our next visit.
For our first visit on Catalina Island, this property was perfectly located in the center of town on the waterfront. We had a room with a waterfront view that was perfect to wake up to every morning. It was a relatively short and enjoyable walk from the boat landing to the hotel. You can't beat the weather on the island. We were there in November and needed a break from the rain in Portland, Or. We would definitely look at this property again for our next visit.
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Carla
Nov 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect location and gorgeous view of the ocean and casino. We loved it!
Perfect location and gorgeous view of the ocean and casino. We loved it!
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Melisa
Jun 12, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Location Location Location.......this hotel was so convenient being ocean front, we kept going in and out of our room during our stay so it literally saved us so much time and money for transportation. Will definitely be staying here my next visit.
Location Location Location.......this hotel was so convenient being ocean front, we kept going in and out of our room during our stay so it literally saved us so much time and money for transportation. Will definitely be staying here my next visit.
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Susan
Nov 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean room. Very comfy bed. Quiet. Hotel is close to everything! Great coffee in the morning!!!
Clean room. Very comfy bed. Quiet. Hotel is close to everything! Great coffee in the morning!!!
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Patricia
Apr 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beach front location in Avalon, Catalina Island. Only a few minutes walk from the ferry terminal. Very convenient! The best part of our stay was Daniel in the office. So kind and accommodating, great customer service, very friendly and knowledgeable. Continental breakfast items are available at 7AM. Our room was just around the corner from the breakfast location and it was a little noisy before 7AM. We were also directly across from the luggage hold area which was also a bit noisy. In future I would request a room farther from the office because of the noise level. The 2 flights of stairs (only access from street level) are steep and treacherous with heavy luggage. If you are a person with a disability, you might prefer another hotel. All those things aside, we enjoyed our stay. Especially the luggage hold option, free water, and restroom availability after we checked out, before ferry departure.
Beach front location in Avalon, Catalina Island. Only a few minutes walk from the ferry terminal. Very convenient! The best part of our stay was Daniel in the office. So kind and accommodating, great customer service, very friendly and knowledgeable. Continental breakfast items are available at 7AM. Our room was just around the corner from the breakfast location and it was a little noisy before 7AM. We were also directly across from the luggage hold area which was also a bit noisy. In future I would request a room farther from the office because of the noise level. The 2 flights of stairs (only access from street level) are steep and treacherous with heavy luggage. If you are a person with a disability, you might prefer another hotel. All those things aside, we enjoyed our stay. Especially the luggage hold option, free water, and restroom availability after we checked out, before ferry departure.
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Jane A.
Jul 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Best location!!
Best location!!
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Marla
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It’s a great location on the main st in Avalon - nothing fancy - but clean and safe. You do have to climb stairs to get to it.
It’s a great location on the main st in Avalon - nothing fancy - but clean and safe. You do have to climb stairs to get to it.
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DAVID
Nov 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We loved: the easy access of the place- the welcoming staff-the cleanliness- THE VIEW from our room- the shower and products-complimentary breakfast- holding luggage before and after check in- option to shower after check out... One heads up for others: if you have an ocean view room,you are next to a bar so it is quite loud during the night til the bar closes- bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper.
We loved: the easy access of the place- the welcoming staff-the cleanliness- THE VIEW from our room- the shower and products-complimentary breakfast- holding luggage before and after check in- option to shower after check out... One heads up for others: if you have an ocean view room,you are next to a bar so it is quite loud during the night til the bar closes- bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper.
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Klaus
Oct 2, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Not the newest hotel, but updated and very well maintained, and very clean. The staff is very friendly, and the location is great. We had an ocean view room, which was great. The only caution is that you then also get the noise from people walking right by your window, and it goes on late into the night. If that bothers you, get one of the garden view rooms. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
Not the newest hotel, but updated and very well maintained, and very clean. The staff is very friendly, and the location is great. We had an ocean view room, which was great. The only caution is that you then also get the noise from people walking right by your window, and it goes on late into the night. If that bothers you, get one of the garden view rooms. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
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Kirk
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent location, staff very friendly. Very comfortable room.
Excellent location, staff very friendly. Very comfortable room.
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Dining
Complimentary grab‑and‑go breakfast is very basic—typically pastries, yogurt, coffee, and juice—appreciated by some but underwhelming for others.
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CC
Nov 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
For a 100 year old plus Hotel pleasantly "Surfprized" Clean neat with a few modern touches ..Daniel ( spellin\') front desk was very professional /helpful..Mural in room was a nice touch ... Vanity in bathroom on the cheap side ..Vintage Shower tile was cool..the "continental breakfast" was skimpy.. mini muffin\'s O.J . coffee.. No fruit no cereal etc. ...wish they had ocean view rooms with two beds..Overall would stay again..:)
For a 100 year old plus Hotel pleasantly "Surfprized" Clean neat with a few modern touches ..Daniel ( spellin\') front desk was very professional /helpful..Mural in room was a nice touch ... Vanity in bathroom on the cheap side ..Vintage Shower tile was cool..the "continental breakfast" was skimpy.. mini muffin\'s O.J . coffee.. No fruit no cereal etc. ...wish they had ocean view rooms with two beds..Overall would stay again..:)
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Thomas
Jan 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed at the Hotel Mac Rae for the Avalon 50k trail race. Check in was super easy, and the staff even got up extra early to make sure the runners had breakfast and coffee. Best of all, they even let us use a shower after the race. I will absolutely be staying here the next time I’m in Catalina!
I stayed at the Hotel Mac Rae for the Avalon 50k trail race. Check in was super easy, and the staff even got up extra early to make sure the runners had breakfast and coffee. Best of all, they even let us use a shower after the race. I will absolutely be staying here the next time I’m in Catalina!
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MANJUNATHA
Nov 8, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
they should improve breakfast, rest all good
they should improve breakfast, rest all good
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Pratick
Sep 4, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Little old property. But, right in front of beach all almost all attractions, restaurants, transportations and shoppings. Lack of hot breakfast, but you have coffee, juice and muffins. But great thing was you have drinking water dispenser in front of office with ice machine in front of office. Water is expensive in Catalina and even restaurants charge for that.
Little old property. But, right in front of beach all almost all attractions, restaurants, transportations and shoppings. Lack of hot breakfast, but you have coffee, juice and muffins. But great thing was you have drinking water dispenser in front of office with ice machine in front of office. Water is expensive in Catalina and even restaurants charge for that.
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Fiona
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent location, with rooms around a quiet courtyard above the waterfront. The rooms have everything you need - coffee, fridge, etc. The staff are friendly and helpful. The continental breakfast (pastries, yogurt, OJ) was a nice bonus.
Excellent location, with rooms around a quiet courtyard above the waterfront. The rooms have everything you need - coffee, fridge, etc. The staff are friendly and helpful. The continental breakfast (pastries, yogurt, OJ) was a nice bonus.
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Ryan
Jun 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Catalina Island is lovely and this beautiful hotel is placed right in the center of it! Our room overlooked the ocean and was fairly spacious. The greatest benefit however is definitely the location! You can walk to any restaurant, shop, or excursion from this hotel! The staff is also very kind and helpful. They even allow you to drop off your luggage before check in. The ONLY complaint I could have is that their included breakfast is very basic- yogurt, some fruit, coffee, and a croissant.
Catalina Island is lovely and this beautiful hotel is placed right in the center of it! Our room overlooked the ocean and was fairly spacious. The greatest benefit however is definitely the location! You can walk to any restaurant, shop, or excursion from this hotel! The staff is also very kind and helpful. They even allow you to drop off your luggage before check in. The ONLY complaint I could have is that their included breakfast is very basic- yogurt, some fruit, coffee, and a croissant.
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Francisco
Jun 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Daniel (front desk) was the best host! He called us the night before to pre-order breakfast...which was unexpected and awesome...he was well informed with regards to dining and breakfast facilities...he was very attentive and made the experience feel more than what we payed for! Great experience at MacRae Hotel!
Daniel (front desk) was the best host! He called us the night before to pre-order breakfast...which was unexpected and awesome...he was well informed with regards to dining and breakfast facilities...he was very attentive and made the experience feel more than what we payed for! Great experience at MacRae Hotel!
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Azul
Jun 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We were there with a beach front view room for all of Memorial Day weekend. It was GREAT. Staff was amazing, they let us put our luggage away before and after check in. Only thing is the continental breakfast is literally only a lil’ plate of pastries but they are yummy!
We were there with a beach front view room for all of Memorial Day weekend. It was GREAT. Staff was amazing, they let us put our luggage away before and after check in. Only thing is the continental breakfast is literally only a lil’ plate of pastries but they are yummy!
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Tin Nga Tanya
Dec 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice staff, breakfast not too much selection but good to have fruits.
Very nice staff, breakfast not too much selection but good to have fruits.
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Yuri
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I really liked how the people at the front desk were very friendly. Explained everything of our stay, how our room keys would work,etc. I liked how they had a free breakfast during our stay. Not a whole breakfast station but it had pastries, fruit, coffee, juice and yogurt. Very nice and well stocked. Clean room and comfy bed. I'll return to this hotel for sure.
I really liked how the people at the front desk were very friendly. Explained everything of our stay, how our room keys would work,etc. I liked how they had a free breakfast during our stay. Not a whole breakfast station but it had pastries, fruit, coffee, juice and yogurt. Very nice and well stocked. Clean room and comfy bed. I'll return to this hotel for sure.
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Marion Kyle
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Rooms are small and bathrooms are even smaller but, the rooms are very clean. The location of the hotel is hard to beat.
Rooms are small and bathrooms are even smaller but, the rooms are very clean. The location of the hotel is hard to beat.
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Joseph
Jul 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely perfect location right on the water, lots of great food around and lots of activities within walking distance. Lovely staff and super clean rooms, and a pretty courtyard. Highly recommend and will be coming back again.
Absolutely perfect location right on the water, lots of great food around and lots of activities within walking distance. Lovely staff and super clean rooms, and a pretty courtyard. Highly recommend and will be coming back again.
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Wendy
Jul 13, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Catalina Island offers a charming small property for a comfortable stay. The room was clean, and the friendly staff made us feel right at home. Accessing the hotel is a bit of a walk, as it’s located on the second floor and doesn’t have an elevator. However, the location is convenient, situated in the heart of the main island.
Catalina Island offers a charming small property for a comfortable stay. The room was clean, and the friendly staff made us feel right at home. Accessing the hotel is a bit of a walk, as it’s located on the second floor and doesn’t have an elevator. However, the location is convenient, situated in the heart of the main island.
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Michael
Jul 6, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was clean, great location and friendly staff!! Best of all are that the air conditioner, coffee machine, refrigerator, TV and shower all working very well!!!!
Room was clean, great location and friendly staff!! Best of all are that the air conditioner, coffee machine, refrigerator, TV and shower all working very well!!!!
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Theresa
Jun 30, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great stay overall . Great staff . Everything was close by . Only thing bed wasn’t the greatest mattress was lumpy
Great stay overall . Great staff . Everything was close by . Only thing bed wasn’t the greatest mattress was lumpy
FAQs about Hotel Mac Rae
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 until 23:59, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What is the hotel's location in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in Avalon, within a 5-minute drive of Catalina Island Golf Course and Catalina Island Visitor Center. It is 0.1 mi from Avalon Pier and 0.3 mi from Catalina Island Museum.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property; however, specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 21 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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Activities
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Scuba Diving
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