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The walk up might be a bit of a shock for some, But its really not that bad. Its actually centered inbetween all the stuff you would need and/or want to do In an overnight stay in Avalon. Room was spacious and clean, bed was comfy and the staff was great!
I stayed for the weekend for a wedding. The room was clean. Close walk to the casino. Staff was nice. Good enough for a one night stay or weekend stay.
There is a bit of an incline on the hill. Not great for wedding attire. Good area for hiking.
Quiet, Clean, good views, vending machines were not working and water is not potable so we couldn’t make coffee unless we used bottled water. Other than that it was just perfect. Price was right, shower was great. Clean facility. Beds were fine, slept great. Clean linens. Just remember to bring your own drinking water.
We had a nice time at this property and the staff was very friendly! They let us check in almost 4 hours early which was super great! Considering how old everything was, it seemed well kept and clean. Some dust behind the fridge, but that didn’t affect anything. Full kitchen and all the essentials there! Was really like a cute little beach studio! I would recommend !
The property was very clean and the room. Looks like they are upgrading things little by little. For an older building it’s was really nice and clean. Had a refrigerator and microwave in the room that was nice to have. I would stay here again
I was very concerned after reading few off the reviews, but it was nothing like that, we had a great time, our room was awesome, we thought it was going to be noisy since the window faced the street, but not at all. Highly recommend
If you don’t mind a little hill I wouldn’t say a steep hill!
Traveled alone for work. Location is great. The whole island is peaceful and the hotel was no different. The room was spacious and a nice kitchen if I were staying longer. Coffee (k-cup) machine provided with the k cups. The bathroom is perfect size and great water pressure and temperature. All spaces are very clean. You could smell how clean. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars for clean was because if you have an aversion to strong cleaning smells, I want to make sure you see this. The smell of the cleaning products was very overwhelming. Personally, I like it, it’s a sign of clean and care. But I know others may not.
Very responsive and friendly service; Clean room, comfortable bed. Really loved the kitchen equipment for cooking (pots, pans, dishes, utensils, etc) and full size refrigerator.
The mini-suite we were in was oler but was very clean. It was apperant that the maintenance and amenities were carefully looked after. This is in a quieter area of Avalon than by the restaurants and bars. Short walk to the business area. One suggestion: please install room-darkening curtains at the windows.
Gregory
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christa
Traveled with group, Traveled with family
2024/1/2
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Property was quiet.. Did not hear kids running about.
Comfortable bed, good sized room. Would have liked to have been closer to our friends room.
Fridge and stove need to be replaced, broken table. Requested creamer a few times, never got any... Had to walk to Vons to purchase some.
I enjoyed my stay at the El Terado! We so happenedly walk past the manager on our trek up the hill and he directed us on how to check in for the evening.
Great value during our visit (wish we would've taken advantage of the kitchen; we ate out the entire time), bedding was clean and comfy. Bring your own pillow if you're particular about the feel as it was a bit too firm for me. The shower was nice and piping hot when we needed it.
And THANK YOU for the tip on the other street having a less steep incline back to the hotel.
If you've never been to Catalina, the ambient sounds are like camping, VERY quiet (at least on this part) and all my friend and I could hear was us walking at night.
It would be nice if transportation were to be offered both to/from dock. Transportation only offered from the dock currently. Great size room and full oven AND. refrigerator.