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Hotel Atwater
3 stars

Hotel Atwater

125 Sumner Avenue, Avalon, CA 90704, United States
Avalon, CA
See location+1 877 778 8322
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C$ 208
Cheapest

rate per night

9.0
Wonderful
based on 923 reviews
923 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
C$ 208
Classic room
C$ 215
Standard Room
C$ 242

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Hotel Atwater is a smoke-free hotel located in Catalina Island, California and is 35 miles away from John Wayne Airport. This hotel has a few varying amenities to offer guests such as free WiFi, an on-site coffee shop, and baggage storage.

This establishment provides its guests with a total of 95 rooms available for booking year-round with room sizes varying from standard rooms and family rooms. This hotel has a variety of room features including a desk, complimentary toiletries, a flatscreen TV with cable and satellite channels, an iron, a safe, a clothing rack, a hairdryer, air conditioning, a small refrigerator, and some rooms may come with an ocean view or with a mountain view depending on the location.

Hotel Atwater is close to many restaurants including Avalon Grille, which is a two-minute walk from the hotel, Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co., which is also a two-minute walk from the hotel, as well as Steve’s Steakhouse. Scoops Catalina Island is a three-minute walk from the hotel, and Luau Larry’s is withing a mile from the hotel, as is Antonio’s Pizzeria and Cabaret.

This establishment just so happens to be within the vicinity of many popular attractions such as Catalina Island Museum, which is a two-minute walk from the hotel, Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden is a three-minute walk from the hotel, Golf Gardens Miniature Golf is a two-minute walk from the hotel grounds, and Catalina Island Conservancy is a four-minute walk from the establishment. Avalon Pier is a two-minute walk from the hotel, and Descanso Beach is an eight-minute walk from the hotel grounds.

Rating
9.0
Wonderful
Based on 923 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Hotel Atwater

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • Golf
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safe
  • Disabled Access
  • Concierge service

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Air-conditioned
  • Heating

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Tour desk
  • 24hr front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator

Things to do

  • Eco tourism
  • Beach access
  • Golf

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Family rooms
  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV

Outdoor

  • Beach towels

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Reviews of Hotel Atwater

9.0
Wonderful
923 verified ratings
Wonderful
588
Very good
152
Good
100
Okay
38
Fair
22
Mediocre
10
Poor
13

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly service at the hotel, making it convenient for exploring the area. However, several reviews highlighted issues such as outdated rooms, limited amenities, and a lack of elevators, which detracted from their overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, many found the hotel to be a good value for the price, especially considering its proximity to attractions.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Value for Price8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness8 out of 10
Room Size2.5 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Lynnette, Mar 2022
Wonderful Hotel with fantastic staff.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Sep 2017
Pros (+) Room was comfortable, hotel convenient to everything. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Would stay there again.
Cons (-) Slight musty smell in room.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2017
Pros (+) Every staff person that we interacted with from check-in to check-out went above and beyond to help us and to make our stay so enjoyable.
4.0
Mediocre
Anonymous, Jun 2017
Pros (+) Close to beach
Cons (-) Old, rundown, noisy, expensive
6.8
Okay
Bruce, Jun 2017
Pros (+) The charm.
Cons (-) There was no indication about not having any Elevators when we made our reservation. Also the botel's Electrical System needs to be updated. In their defense we are told that the Hotel will be closing for a major renovation in a few months.
9.1
Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2016
Pros (+) Proximity to all is perfect! All I need is a bed and bath with a tv, I got it! Best deal in town!
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Sep 2016
Pros (+) I liked the decor
Cons (-) No elevator
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2016
Pros (+) My first time to the island the hotel staff made my stay very enjoyable and relaxing
8.2
Very good
Anonymous, Aug 2016
Pros (+) The staff was super friendly and the rooms were clean. I liked that we were right in the middle of where the action is, so it was quite convenient.
Cons (-) No elevator, and no place to hang anything up to dry. Tiny sink in the bathroom and no place to set down your cosmetic bag. Since this is a beach place, it would be nice to have an area to hang swimsuits, towels, etc.
5.4
Fair
Anonymous, Jul 2016
Pros (+) Close to the main road and attractions
Cons (-) Staff was not as pleasant as I would have expected. Was told would get a txt when room was ready before 3pm and when checked back saw a txt was written at the top of the reservation and when stated that I never recieved a txt was just told well your room was ready. Asked for a cot for a grown adult to be added to the room and was given a baby crib. The man at the front desk was the only helpful pe...
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Location

125 Sumner Avenue, Avalon, CA 90704

What's nearby

  • Three Palms Avalon Arcade64 m
  • Crescent Ave92 m
  • Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau104 m
  • Catalina Island Museum120 m
  • Avalon Pier142 m
  • Avalon Theater170 m
  • Dive Catalina308 m
  • Avalon Port0.4 km
  • Catalina Casino0.6 km
  • Catalina Island Casino Ballroom0.6 km
  • Descanso Beach0.8 km
  • Catalina Island Golf Course1.1 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Hotel Atwater

Low season

April

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 437
Cheapest month to stay with an average 23% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 41% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Hotel Atwater

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hotel Atwater

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hotel Atwater, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Hotel Atwater, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Atwater was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 370, while the most expensive was C$ 370.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Atwater? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Hotel Atwater

  • What ideal transport option do I have from Merced Airport (MCE) to Hotel Atwater?

    You have different transport options from Merce Airport to Hotel Atwater, including bus transit, car, and taxi. However, when looking for the most cost-efficient transport from the airport, you can get around using rental cars that are available at the airport. Since you may not be familiar with the streets of Atwater, driving to the hotel may not be the quickest. Be sure to preview your route before departing to ensure that you are not looking at your phone during the journey. The fastest transport option to the hotel is using taxi services, which may cost more than driving but take less time, about 13 minutes.

  • Does Hotel Atwater have any event spaces?

    Yes. The hotel has an Avalon Boardroom where you can host a business meetings, conferences, or even weddings. The event space is about 760 square-foot and can hold about 49 people. The resort offers catering and customization services upon request. The amenities in the boardroom include an 85” HD display with integrated sound, two food counters, computer hook-ups, high-speed internet, full-service event and catering staff, and fax machines. The reception can hold a capacity of 49 guests, 32 guests in the banquet, 28 guests for the conference, and 21 guests in the classroom.

  • Can I request an early check-in/ late check-out at the Hotel Atwater?

    Hotel Atwater's check-in time is at 4 pm through midnight, and a check-out is at 11 am. The minimum age for check-in is 18 years. If you need an early check-in/late check-out, the hotel can grant you the services based on the availability of the specified room. If the room is unavailable, the hotel offers luggage storage services where you can store your bags while waiting for check-in or after check-out.

  • What outdoor activities can I engage in at Hotel Atwater?

    There are several Island activities that you can enjoy while staying at Hotel Atwater. The hotel is located near different beaches, including Descanso Beach, about 0.5 miles from the hotel, Gallagher Beach, about 2 miles from Atwater and Bannings Beach, about 2 miles from Hotel Atwater. You can go swimming and kayaking at any of these beaches. The hotel also offers tour services where you can take biking and walking tours with the other guests. You can also go ziplining across Descanso Canyon. If you want to pay for golf, there is a golf course about 1.86 miles from the hotel where you can play at additional charges.

  • What is the best room to book at Hotel Atwater?

    There are various rooms that you can book in Hotel Atwater for your stay period in Avalon. The best room to get is the classic queen room. The room has one queen-size or double bed, two single beds, or two queen-size beds. The resort provides linen bedding, bathroom, and extra bed services like any room. However, the classic queen room offers a pool view, a City view, and a Garden view. The room is also cost-friendly and can be booked by anyone visiting the resort.

  • Where is Hotel Atwater located?

    Hotel Atwater is located at 125 Sumner Avenue, 0.1 km from the centre of Avalon. Three Palms Avalon Arcade is the closest landmark to Hotel Atwater.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Atwater?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Hotel Atwater.

  • Does Hotel Atwater offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Atwater offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Hotel Atwater from the airport?

    Hotel Atwater is 55 km from Long Beach Municipal. Hotel Atwater is 56.3 km from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hotel Atwater hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hotel Atwater in Avalon and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Hotel Atwater and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Hotel Atwater.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.6

Distance to downtown

0.1 km

Nearest Airport

Long Beach Municipal

Distance to airport

55.1 km