El Terado Terrace

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Catalina Island Golf Course

Photo gallery for El Terado Terrace

Terrace/patio
Microwave, coffee/tea maker
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, bed sheets
Pillow-top beds, blackout curtains, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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230 Marilla Ave, Avalon, CA, 90704
  • Place, Catalina Island Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Catalina Island Visitor Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Catalina Island Golf Course
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite (Mountain Side Mini 102)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Ocean Side Mini 106)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Ocean Side Mini 110)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms (Three Queen Beds 111)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Avalon

El Terado Terrace places you steps from Catalina Island Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of Three Palms Avalon Arcade. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a garden, barbecues and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of a free ferry terminal shuttle. .Near this 3-property class Avalon hotel, you'll find Catalina Island Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • Catalina Island Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Catalina Casino - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Avalon Port - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Catalina Island Golf Course - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Luau Larry's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Avalon - ‬5 min walk

About this property

El Terado Terrace

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Catalina Island Golf Course
As a guest of El Terado Terrace, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and concierge services. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Avalon hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
El Terado Terrace offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.00 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

El Terado
El Terado Terrace
El Terado Terrace Avalon
El Terado Terrace Condo
El Terado Terrace Condo Avalon
El Terado Terrace Catalina Island/Avalon, CA
El Terado Terrace Hotel Avalon
El Terado Terrace Mini Hotel
El Terado Terrace Hotel
El Terado Terrace Hotel
El Terado Terrace Avalon
El Terado Terrace Hotel Avalon

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at El Terado Terrace?

El Terado Terrace offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to El Terado Terrace?

The closest beach to El Terado Terrace is Hamilton Beach (1.1 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Terado Terrace?

No, El Terado Terrace does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Terado Terrace?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Terado Terrace?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

El Terado Terrace Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 474 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1016 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We stayed two nights at this property. It was one of the better priced hotels in Avalon. The room was simple but clean. Nothing extravagant or up to date. The bathroom could use updating. Overall it was a decent place to sleep at night. It’s up a steep hill so you need to be in decent physical shape to walk up the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheyne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was hard to find. No one at front desk when checking out. Had to put keys in a drop box
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marnic

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

ashley

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a luxury hotel this is not the place. Unfortunately our stay was not worth the price due to one of the showers not working and unable to run both of the upstairs a/c’s without the breaker tripping. The room was very dusty and not very clean. Everything was very run down. Although it was not in the best condition our family made the best of our trip and we did enjoy the location of the hotel although you do have a big hill to walk up. Also the beds were pretty comfortable and the housekeeper was helpful. The tv options were a nice accommodation as well. If you are comfortable with a more of a hole in the wall beach hotel this is your place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed here many times and the staff is always outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marla, Corona

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at El Terrado. We did realize there is more room than planned - 2 bedrooms upstairs and a bed downstairs in family room near kitchen. Rooms were clean & comfortable. Sadly there is no WiFi or connection upstairs for anything. WiFi is only downstairs. - note there is a good hill to walk - that will get your steps in - bring walking shoes!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good air conditioning downstairs,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Martin

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location - with a few improvements!

Overall, we enjoyed our 3 night stay! We had a town home, which had plenty of space for a family with two teenage boys to spread out in. The premises were spacious, felt semi-private and mostly quiet and kept clean. It was a great location for accessing anything on the island, which was the biggest draw. The basic amenities were in the kitchen (plates, glasses etc and dish soap - thank you!) and the Keurig coffee was stocked daily (yes!). But there was no drying rack for dishes nor kitchen towels and the pillows on the beds were not the softest. Also, there were a few items to be addressed such as the broken oven door and a sliding door that didn’t slide, that were not taken care of while we were there, but we used the stove top and microwave. If you wanted to have in person contact, best chance was during check in and check out times.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer, Stockton

Travelled with family and small children
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We had a nice time, but ran into quite a few issues that we did not find until after the office was closed. WiFi didn’t work, one of the main lights didn’t work, and the shower head was honestly disgusting. The shower was really tiny, so not fit for a larger person. Staff was nice it was unfortunate we didn’t run into the issues until later in the day. Unfortunately would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ivan was easy to get hold of, communicative, helpful, knowledgeable. The view was very nice (room 109) we could mini-see the cruise ships and harbor. Room had a kitchen, bbq and patio outside. Feels like a friends vacation place, not perfect but comfortable. Only 2 annoyances- squeaky bed, door had to be kicked to enter.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Nice place, close to everything, walkable, affordable, i would certainly stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you, I am very happy with my stay at your house. The staff was very caring and attentive. Thank you for the room provided to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

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

Catalina Island Vacation

We had an awesome time staying at your place. The little kitchen is equipped with all the essentials one needs for cooking. There is a grill outside too. The beds are very comfy. The area is very quiet and calm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service ! We enjoyed our stay thank you !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Cute, clean, and provided what was needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the full kitchen. Great view. The location was close enough to the main strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really wanted to love this property, even with the extremely steep climb to get there with all of our luggage. The staff was very accommodating. But unfortunately, we booked a three bedroom suite and two of those three bedrooms had no power. The breaker continued to trip so there was no air or lighting on the top level. Expedia and the hotel have yet to refund any amount to us after that. I’m extremely disappointed in both Expedia and this hotel. Having no power, no air the middle of July and absolutely no refund is completely unacceptable by both Expedia and this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Danish

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room we booked was not available and room was not up to expectations
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kristen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025