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Aurora Hotel

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

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$406
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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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

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Suite (Aurora)

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
Separate bedroom
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, Ocean View

Standard Room, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, Partial Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View

Junior Suite, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Junior Suite

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
Tempur-Pedic bed
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 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 Casino - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Avalon Port - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Descanso Beach - 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

  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Avalon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Luau Larry's - ‬5 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.

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includes taxes & fees
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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 22 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aurora Hotel on 1 Oct 2025 start from AU$406.02, 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. 586 out of 908 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 908 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 908 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 908 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 908 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shegun

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff. Nice size room. Excellent rooftop deck. Quiet. Disappointing breakfast. Tough climb from Main Street
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walk to everything comfortable love the rooftop terrace
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sopheia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberely, San Clemente

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and a great little hotel. Made our weekend perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

john

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Freindly staff. Room was small but functional. Rooftoop view was great. Breakfast was disappointing. They were out of sausage around 8:15 and the potatoes were terrible. So we ended up eating light and getting early lunch. Breakfast was my only negative experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Guy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was top notch. Melissa was incredible and was extremely helpful with all our questions. Bathroom was very tiny which was difficult. First time to the island and it won't be our last. Thanks Aurora!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible staff…. Just a great trip and experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable I love it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was little, and the bathroom is even more; not much of space
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, decently maintained. Checkin was very convenient, was able to checkin early because they had rooms available. Bathroom was small, and the sink was VERY small, theres a Microwave, safe, refrigerator in the room along with a Keurig coffee maker. Quite comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hill you had to climb to get to this property was very steep. If you have bad knees, find another place, get a golf cart or take a taxi. The room and bathroom- very small
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles R

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cleanliness was amazing. We give it an A.+ Highly recommend a stay at Aurora Hotel. Staff friendly helpful and courteous definitely mean to return for another fun visit !
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room and the staff were amazing! Definitely will come back here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view from the roof top patio
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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