Studio 9 Hotel Catalina

3.0 star property
3-star Victorian hotel with free WiFi

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Exterior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fireplace
Exterior detail

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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129 Whittley Avenue, Avalon, CA, 90704
  • Place, Catalina Island Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Catalina Island Visitor Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Avalon Port
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Sea View (1 Queen- Ocean View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Sea view

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View (1 King- Ocean View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Partial ocean view

Deluxe Single Room (1 Queen- Mountain View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Mountain view

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Shared Bathroom (Cottage A- 1 Full+2 Twins)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Honeymoon Cottage, Patio, Pool View (Cottage D-1 Queen+1 Twin )

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Cottage, 1 Queen Bed (Cottage-1Queen+ Kitchen)

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub, Partial Sea View (1 Queen (tub)- Ocean View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Partial ocean view

Standard Single Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom (1 Full Patio View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View (2 Doubles- Ocean View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Partial ocean view

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Avalon

Oceanside stay.With a stay at this Avalon hotel, you'll be steps from Three Palms Avalon Arcade and Catalina Island Museum. Avalon Pier and Catalina Island Visitor Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Catalina Island Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Catalina Casino - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Avalon Port - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Descanso Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Luau Larry's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Sandtrap - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Studio 9 Hotel Catalina

3-star Victorian hotel with free WiFi
WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Studio 9 Hotel Catalina.

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

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
Studio 9 Hotel Catalina offers 28 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 0-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Catalina Catalina Island/Avalon
Catalina Avalon
Catalina Hotel
Hotel Catalina
Hotel Catalina Avalon
Catalina Hotel Avalon
Hotel Catalina Catalina Island/Avalon, CA
Hotel Catalina
Studio 9 Hotel Catalina Hotel
Studio 9 Hotel Catalina Avalon
Studio 9 Hotel Catalina Hotel Avalon

Frequently asked questions

How close is Studio 9 Hotel Catalina to the airport?

Studio 9 Hotel Catalina is 9.8 mi (60-min drive) away from the Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Studio 9 Hotel Catalina?

As of Jan 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Studio 9 Hotel Catalina on Jan 29, 2026 start from $215.0, excluding 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.

Does Studio 9 Hotel Catalina have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Studio 9 Hotel Catalina.

How close is Studio 9 Hotel Catalina to the beach?

This hotel is 1.1 mi (4-min drive) from Hamilton Beach and 6.4 mi (64-min drive) from Bannings Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Studio 9 Hotel Catalina offer free breakfast?

Studio 9 Hotel Catalina does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Studio 9 Hotel Catalina?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Catalina Casino (7-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Studio 9 Hotel Catalina?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Studio 9 Hotel Catalina?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Studio 9 Hotel Catalina have a pool?

Studio 9 Hotel Catalina does not have a pool.

Does Studio 9 Hotel Catalina have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Studio 9 Hotel Catalina to downtown Avalon?

Studio 9 Hotel Catalina is 0.1 mi away from Avalon.

Studio 9 Hotel Catalina Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 493 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1003 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

ARTHUR, FRESNO

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

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very fun, quirky hotel. We did have a ghost in our room though, which kept turning on our light in the middle of the night but once we acknowledged it, it stopped and let us sleep. Same thing happened to two other people from our group, they said the same thing happened to them - seems to be a friendly ghost.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ati

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

Happy anniversary

Very good happy anniversary!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jimmy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig T

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mitch

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was clean and staff were nice, but room was very small and the lights flickered on and off multiple times during the night. The fan did as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo briones

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room.was vwry clean ,staff.qaa.very curteaous; Nancy the receptionist was super friendly and recommend great places to eat: we wlild definitely stay again;
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jefferson

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
sheets and towels were dirty , not as bad as other hotels but still okay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHARESE

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vinsula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel was clean, bright, comfortable, and conveniently located within 2-8 minutes walk to the beach, shopping, and food. The property seems quite old and has some quirks, but it is clean, quiet, and well maintained, with gorgeous smelling star jasmine bushes and succulents just outside the front porch, windows with stained glass over the stairs, and an open air porch on each upper floor with wicker chairs and a view of Avalon harbor. Each room was sunny, fresh and clean, and included blackout curtains, a dresser, a TV with a Roku remote, and a mini fridge. I like old buildings, so I found it charming, but like I said, it had some quirks. These included: odd vent shafts in the walls, sinks/vanities sometimes outside of the bathrooms, no AC, no elevator, and windows that didn't seem to be able to lock shut. I was originally situated in a ground level room. It and the bedsheets seemed very clean, but I found pretzel crumbs in the bed between the sheets. I had been in transit for 15 hours and was exhausted, so I napped on top of the blankets and asked for a clean set of sheets an hour or so later when I was semi coherent, just to play it safe. The front desk staff seemed pretty annoyed and didn't smile or greet me after that day, but ultimately they transferred me to an unoccupied room on the third floor. That room had a beautiful view of the homes climbing up the hills and the harbor and was blessedly crumb free. Staff grumpiness notwithstanding, I enjoyed my stay there.
Hotel Catalina at night, as seen from the street
The view from my third floor room of Avalon. It was even prettier at night.
The view from my third floor room of Avalon. It was even prettier at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

8/10 Good

Nora

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Up a steep hill so be prepared to walk uphill. Bare minimum amenities but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area is beautiful and well maintained friendly people and excellent staff at area businesses
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

susan l

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean view was fine. Room was clean when we got there but absolutely no service!!!! Lucky to find someone at the desk but had to come down and ask for clean towels. What ever happened to being on Vacation going out for the day to come back and find you room clean, bed made, fresh towels and garbage empty. I am finding more places now that the service is gone!!! Such a shame!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Kelli

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We appreciated the peak-a-boo ocean view. Lots of work needs to be done at this hotel to make it a pleasant overnight experience. It is very small, old and rundown. The staff was often unavailable but pleasant and helpful when on duty.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xue

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness
good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Staff was great and early check in was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025