By Heather Broeker
Catalina Island Hotel is a beautiful hotel right on Avalon Bay. It has all the sun, water and
beaches of California, but without all the activity. Whether you want a
romantic place to get away by yourself, with that special someone, or with your family, Catalina is the place.
Features
Catalina Hotel has twin, family, king and queen suites.
Amenities
Each room has the basic amenities including clock radio, cable TV, VCR, bathtub and shower, refrigerator and Continental breakfast. All rooms have a partial view of Avalon Bay, but the king suite is the only room with a private balcony.
Attractions
Like any good hotel, Catalina is within walking distance of many good restaurants and s beautiful California beaches. In addition, a variety of tours are available to guests and are part of some travel packages (see Resources below for website).
Cost
The cheapest room available is a set of two twin beds for $119 per night. Rooms with partial views are a little less expensive, than the ones with full views. These full views run for $289 to $299, or $329, depending on whether you choose the queen or the king suite.
Important Info
All rooms are non-smoking. Check in is at 2 p.m., and checkout is at 11 a.m. There are also special rates available for spring and summer.
Resources
About the Author:
Originally from North Carolina, Heather Broeker studied journalism and advertising at the University of North Carolina. After graduation she moved to Los Angeles, where she worked for Fox Searchlight, Fox Reality and later as a writer and marketing director. Broeker now lives in Los Angeles and runs Head Over Heels, a writing and public relations company.
