Pavilion Hotel
513 Crescent Ave, Avalon, CA 90704, Los Angeles County, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.5 / 5
Overview
Pavilion Hotel is a 4-star property in Avalon on Santa Catalina Island, set across the street from South Beach. It’s positioned on the main pedestrian walkway through town, with an on-site garden/courtyard area that guests use for relaxing and people-watching. Public feedback is strong at 4.5/5 from 556 reviews.
Rooms
Rooms are described as airy, and include flat-screen HD TVs, iPod docks, and coffeemakers. Some room layouts feature shared patios/lanai-style outdoor seating. Guest comments frequently highlight cleanliness and well-kept bedding and towels.
Food & Drink
A continental breakfast is included. The hotel also offers complimentary cheese and wine tasting as part of the stay.
Included Services
Free perks include luggage transfers from the Avalon boat dock and access to a nearby fitness club. Reviews also point to a service-oriented staff and helpful post-checkout support such as lending beach towels and providing access to showers (as described by guests).
Location & Nearby Things To Do
The hotel is a minutes-long walk from the Green Pleasure Pier and about a 9-minute walk to the Catalina Casino. Nearby points of interest include the Catalina Museum for Art & History (243 m), Step Beach (270 m), Lovers Cove (538 m), Casino Point (613 m), Descanso Beach Ocean Sports (845 m), Zip Line Eco Tour (957 m), and Catalina Aerial Adventure (955 m). Scenic viewpoints and gardens are also within reach, including Buena Vista Point Scenic Overlook (357 m) and the Wrigley Memorial and Botanic Garden area (about 2.3–2.7 km).
Best for
This hotel is best for travelers who want to be on foot in Avalon: it’s minutes from the Green Pleasure Pier, about a 9-minute walk to the Catalina Casino, and close to beaches like Step Beach and Lovers Cove. It also suits guests who value included extras—continental breakfast, cheese and wine tasting, luggage transfer from the boat dock, and access to a nearby fitness club. Review themes point to especially strong service and consistently clean rooms.
Travel tips
If you’re arriving by boat, take advantage of the complimentary luggage transfer from the Avalon boat dock to simplify arrival and departure. Plan for a walk-first stay: the Catalina Museum for Art & History, Step Beach, Buena Vista Point Scenic Overlook, and other Avalon attractions are within a few hundred meters. Beach days are easy from this address across from South Beach, with additional swim spots like Lovers Cove and Casino Point a short walk away.
What guests say
Guests repeatedly praise the staff for standout friendliness and customer service. Cleanliness is a consistent theme, with reviews noting very tidy rooms and comfortable linens and towels. Location is frequently described as a major advantage: central on the main walkway, easy to reach from the boat dock, and across from the beach. Breakfast is commonly mentioned as a positive. A minor downside noted in excerpts is that bed comfort can vary for some guests.
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