Aurora Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Catalina Island Museum

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Standard Room, Ocean View
View from property
Suite (Aurora)
Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$586
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July

Explore the area

Map
137 Marilla Avenue, Avalon, CA, 90704
  • Catalina Island Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Avalon Port
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Catalina Island Golf Course
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Suite (Aurora)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Tempur-Pedic bed
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Tempur-Pedic bed
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Partial Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Tempur-Pedic bed
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - king
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, No View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Sofa bed - king
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Avalon

Aurora Hotel places you steps from Catalina Island Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of Avalon Pier. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage and a front desk safe. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Avalon hotel include Catalina Casino and Avalon Port.

What's nearby

  • Catalina Island Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Catalina Casino - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Avalon Port - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Catalina Island Golf Course - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Aurora Hotel

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Catalina Island Museum
Aurora Hotel offers its guests a rooftop terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces.
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
Aurora Hotel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Avalon hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • No lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via boat or helicopter and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Aurora Hotel Avalon
Aurora Avalon
Aurora Hotel Spa
Aurora Hotel Hotel
Aurora Hotel Avalon
Aurora Hotel Hotel Avalon

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Aurora Hotel?

The closest beach to Aurora Hotel is Hamilton Beach (1 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Aurora Hotel?

As of 2 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aurora Hotel on 6 Jul 2025 start from NZ$586.12, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes Aurora Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and romance packages, as well as comfy beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Aurora Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aurora Hotel?

No, Aurora Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aurora Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Aurora Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Aurora Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Catalina Island Golf Course is a short 19-minute walk away.

Aurora Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 560 out of 873 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 873 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 873 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 873 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 873 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arianny, Flushing

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful experience at this hotel. The staff, particularly at the front desk, were very accommodating, and the location was excellent. The continental breakfast was also great. I want to highlight the cleanliness of the hotel; it was one of the cleanest places I've ever stayed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Staff was excellent and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

elliot

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giovanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice and clean and the staffs were very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I stayed here for our 1 year anniversary. It was a special trip for us visiting the island since we haven’t been here together in many years. When we got to our hotel the exterior walls of the building were being renovated. We didn’t know this was happening and the manager Parker was very accommodating when we found out the exterior of our room was the area that was under construction. He helped turn a bad trip into a great trip. We really appreciate what he did to improve our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jen

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Construction workers outside my door. Things falling while I am sitting on the balcony. I came home to a dirty dusty room. Very unhappy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mike, North Hollywood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Aurora.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience

Great experience, clean room, excellent service. Truly exceeded my expectations. For a relatively affordable hotel there were many great little amenities. Free wine, snacks, desert, coffee. Staff was really great as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, nice views, great location. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Parker was great!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Super friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quaint

The hotel aurora was nice. What it lacked in space the professionalism of the staff and the the cleanliness of the place definitely made up for it. I enjoyed my stay very much the only complaint i have to confess is the construction outside had my body twisting like a contortionist.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, excellent breakfast all around a wonderful place to stay. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There were so many hotels on the island to choose from but what did it for me was the roof top view. Simply amazing especially during a sunrise. Melissa at the front desk was so gracious, helpful and so friendly. Only down fall to the hotel was the walls are very thin. I would definitely recommend this hotel when coming to Catalina.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rudy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, except the bed was hard and pillows uncomfortable. This is my only complaint.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo, Redondo Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chewy, Stockton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff and the most comfortable me mattress I have ever slept on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Way

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location of property where everything was within walking distance like restaurants, shopping, riding buses to museums for only a $1 since we do not drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024