Glenmore Plaza Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel in Avalon

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Enjoy a tranquil retreat with a large bed and stunning marina views from the arched windows.
Relax in this stylish living room with a spiral staircase, comfortable seating area, and glass coffee table.
Guests can enjoy a lively beach scene with umbrellas, chairs, and towels on the sand, surrounded by palm trees and a pier.
Enjoy the serene marina views from this balcony, featuring a table and chairs.
Relax in this stylish living room with a flat-screen TV, compact kitchenette, and comfortable sofa.

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
118 Sumner - Box 155, Avalon, CA, 90704
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Catalina Island Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Catalina Island Golf Course
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Panoramic Penthouse, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Champagne service
Cable channels
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Jack Kelly Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Champagne service
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Amelia Earhart Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Champagne service
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(63 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Champagne service
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen- Catalina Flyer Ticket(s) Included

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Champagne service
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Champagne service
Cable channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, Partial Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Champagne service
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Marilyn Monroe Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
Champagne service
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

About the area

Avalon

Glenmore Plaza Hotel puts you in the heart of Avalon, within steps of Three Palms Avalon Arcade and Catalina Island Visitor Center. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers concierge services, free newspapers in the lobby and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find a banquet hall. .Near this 3-property class Avalon hotel, you'll find Catalina Island Golf Course.

What's nearby

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Glenmore Plaza Hotel

Victorian hotel in Avalon
As a guest of Glenmore Plaza Hotel, you'll find concierge services and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. The front desk is open around the clock.

This 3-star Avalon hotel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1891
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Glenmore Plaza Hotel offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and fridges can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course
  • Designer stores
  • Golf carts

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1891
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Catalina Island can be reached only by boat or helicopter.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 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
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Glenmore Plaza
Glenmore Plaza Avalon
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Hotel Glenmore
Glenmore Plaza Catalina
Glenmore Plaza Hotel Catalina Island/Avalon, CA
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Glenmore Plaza Hotel?

The closest beach to Glenmore Plaza Hotel is Hamilton Beach (1.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Glenmore Plaza Hotel?

No, Glenmore Plaza Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Glenmore Plaza Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Glenmore Plaza Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Glenmore Plaza Hotel?

There is a golf course next to Glenmore Plaza Hotel.

Glenmore Plaza Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 500 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 1002 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Manisha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully furnished with an old time feel. The bed was super comfortable. Their is plenty of dining in the area and the views are amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Checked in and left after an hour. Bed was unstable, there were flies in the room, left over sharp metal object on bed, and no towels in bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Kazem

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice and clean. There was no elevator in hotel so we had to climb 4 stories a few times.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yomery

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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betty

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

Relaxing at the Glenmore Hotel

The hotel is clean and the is extremely helpful, friendly and courteous. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Andres

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

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay at the Glenmore Hotel. Our room was nice and clean . Very minimalistic but everything you need for a perfect stay . When we got there Denise , if I’m spelling that correctly . Apologies if I’m not , was a wonderful host very helpful and nice. I would definitely recommend a stay at the Glenmore Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kyle

Travelled with partner
Staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

lorena

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

10/10 Excellent

Volodymyr, Beverly Hills

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing stay staff were amazing and understanding. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elio

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

10/10 Excellent

Marilu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the island and the hotel was very close to everything it is perfect I will stay there gain
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great. Absolutely loved our room and bathroom. It’s walking distance from everything. Also how incredibly nice staff! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cinthia

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

Old and Dirty

I didn't like this place at all. No ELEVATOR!! Expensive and super dirty. Never going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUIS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at the Glenmore Plaza Hotel The location is perfect—just a short walk to the beach, restaurants, and shops. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making me feel right at home. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had everything I needed for a relaxing stay. I highly recommend this charming hotel for anyone visiting Catalina Island!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kasandra

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really comfortable stay. Staff super sweet. Amazing location. I wouldn’t call it luxury or top tier but definitely a decent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Edith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Serves it's purpose.

Average hotel if you need it just to sleep. Walking distance from the all the restaurants. It was noisy, but mainly during business hours for others (trash/construction work, etc). The noise stopped about 5pm.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Will Be Back

Our 4th or 5th time. The place and the people are fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025