Catalina Island Inn, AvalonCatalina Island Inn in Avalon, United States has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 6 of 7 hotels we score in Avalon. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction. Rooms from about $170 a night (cached, not a live quote).Catalina Island Inn sits in downtown Avalon on Catalina Island, about a block from the beach, Avalon Bay and the Catalina Express terminal. Rooms include ground-floor king-bedded options with private patios, and some have fireplaces or balconies overlooking the harbour. A continental breakfast is provided, and air conditioning comes as standard. The hotel suits travellers arriving by ferry who want to walk to shops, restaurants, the Avalon Pier and the Catalina Island Museum without needing a car. Guests often mention the quiet atmosphere and thick walls. It is an older building rather than a modern property, so anyone expecting contemporary styling should bear that in mind. Rates start at around $170 per night.What stands out

Friendly, helpful staff

Comfortable, clean rooms

Quiet atmosphere with thick walls

One block from beach and ferry terminal

Watch out for

Older property, not modern

Some guests noted cleanliness issues

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