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Hotel Mac Rae

Property class: 2.5

Photo gallery for Hotel Mac Rae

A beach with palm trees, people swimming, and beach umbrellas.
A patio area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a large umbrella.
A hotel room with a bed, two wicker chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a view of the sea and boats through two windows.
A hallway with a wall of framed photos, a staircase, and an underwater mural.
A view from a window overlooking a marina with boats, a palm tree, and a building with a red roof.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$269
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Explore the area

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409 Crescent Avenue, PO Box 246, Avalon, CA, 90704
  • Place, Catalina Island Visitor Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Catalina Museum for Art & History
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Avalon Port
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a round table with chairs, a view of the sea, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two wicker chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a view of the sea and boats through two windows.

Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with a beach-themed wall mural, a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall mural of a beach scene.

Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wall mural of a beach scene, and a window with curtains.

Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside balcony.

Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall mural of a beach scene.

Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, Courtyard Area (1 Full and 1 Twin Bed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Courtyard Area

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Courtyard Area (2 Double Beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the area

Avalon

Hotel Mac Rae puts you in the heart of Avalon, within steps of Catalina Island Visitor Center and Green Pleasure Pier. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage. .Near this Avalon hotel, you'll find Catalina Island Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • Catalina Island Visitor Center - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Catalina Museum for Art & History - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Avalon Port - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Catalina Casino - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Descanso Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Avalon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Lobster Trap - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Mac Rae

Hotel Mac Rae offers its guests a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Avalon hotel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Mac Rae offers 24 accommodations with an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
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The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 15 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Mac Rae?

The closest beach to Hotel Mac Rae is Hamilton Beach (1.3 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Mac Rae?

As of 14 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Mac Rae on 12 Oct 2026 start from AU$269, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Mac Rae?

No, Hotel Mac Rae does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Mac Rae?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Mac Rae?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Hotel Mac Rae?

There isn't one on site, but Catalina Island Golf Course is a short 16-minute walk away.

Hotel Mac Rae Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 520 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1004 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little spot, loved that it across from the beach and everything else.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location steps from the beach and right on the Main Street. Staff was very friendly and rooms are clean and neat. Very quaint boutique hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and room was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & AC
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay, very clean, chill vibes, convenient to the water, bars, and restaurants. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was very easy, staff was helpful, room was very clean and comfortable. Would recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Weldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful and their shops everywhere. We had a really good time and I’m glad that we went.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eliel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Had a great stay here. Clean rooms and a friendly staff. Not much more you can ask for when staying in Catalina Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and beach right outside
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We think the location is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean air conditioning worked well. bed was comfortable !! right in the center of town made it easy to walk round
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was ok for its price. I would stay agian because is a basic place to stay if you just wanna sleep in:)
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the wall sceneric painting. All was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Travon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean and comfortable and the staff was great..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, but you can hear Everything and everyone. Staff was great. Nice & clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mireyba

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice Hotel just needs a lot of updates. Specially for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and the room clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nine Ren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay if visiting Catalina!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in the center of everything, and we were able to check-in early. After checking out they allowed use the to leave our luggage there until we were able to catch our ferry.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Mary-Lou

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The stay was fine un
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026