Hotel Atwater

We enjoyed our stay a lot. Centrally located and easy to find. The hotel was very clean and I loved the modern yet thoughtful decor. Very comfortable. Our king size room was pretty compact but worked as the layout was thoughtful and it was beautifully appointed. Loved the Catalina style tile in doorway and the lights around the sink. Very friendly and helpful staff and you get a welcome Prosecco in your room fridge. Definitely recommend this hotel.

Hotel Atwater is my go-to spot when staying on the Island. The staff are friendly, helpful and just overall accommodating. I really do appreciate (Livia) the hotel front desk receptionist, who was just awesome. She went above and beyond to make our stay pleasant and memorable. The Atwater has a great location, it’s quiet and it has a Bistro. The Atwater has a luggage service to and from the ferry /hotel. They will also store your luggage prior to check in and after check out. I'm looking forward to my next stay at the Atwater Hotel.

Lovely hotel! You can feel the history of the building and the island from the moment you walk into the beautifully restored and updated lobby. The room was comfortable, modern, and for a very old building it was still pretty quiet (yes, it's an old building, you will hear footsteps above you a little or passersby in the hall, but the noise was very, very minimal). The town of Avalon is tiny, but it still helped that the hotel is perfectly situated at the heart of it all. The adjacent coffee/breakfast spot was great for running downstairs in the morning for coffee and pastry, too. Gratis beach towels were a perfect touch to make the trip easy. The front desk staff were always accommodating, professional, and wonderful to deal with. We were only there for two nights, but I highly recommend the hotel.

My family enjoyed our stay so much. The rooms were clean and well-appointed. The staff was delightful. I'm happy we stayed here instead on the mainland. Hiking and views enriched us. I will tell my friends to stay here.

Our mom’s trip to Catalina was more than perfect! The Hotel Atwater is an absolute must. Steeped in history, it welcomes you with a glass of champagne, and from there, every detail shines. The hotel itself is adorable, spotless, and the service was wonderful.||We indulged in sweet treats at Sailor’s ice cream shop (a must-visit!), experienced the thrill of ziplining (so safe and so fun!), and even danced the night away at a foam and dance party, such an unexpected highlight!||Avalon is full of charm and history, with little surprises everywhere—like sipping a Wrigley martini at Avalon Grille, complete with gum, a nod to the island’s history. Catalina is truly one-of-a-kind, offering beauty, history, and unforgettable experiences at every turn.||This was the perfect getaway to celebrate motherhood and friendship, and I can’t wait to return with my little one to make even more memories.

Amazing hotel in the heart of Avalon. One of the nicer, updated, modern hotels with gym included. Was built in the 1920s, so rooms are smaller and walls are thin (you can hear adjacent guests). Ask the front desk for gym access. They also offer perks for guests such as discounts for affiliated tours and restaurants in the area. Everything is within a 10 minute walk. Would definitely stay here if it's in your budget.

We stayed at the Atwater for a family reunion. My wife and I both use wheelchairs and therefore booked an ADA room. I called the day before to confirm the room and was told the room had a "walk in" shower. When we arrived it turned out that the ADA room was not wheelchair accessible at all. The bathroom had a combination shower/bathtub. It was impossible for my wife and I to access this tub. Everyone that we spoke to about this was very nice and said things like "I know. The bathroom just isn't accessible" with a smile. This didn't help the situation. Sadly we won't return to this hotel. I would have given it an even lower rating, but it was very pretty, close to the beach and the staff were all very nice.

They offer luggage service to and from the Catalina Express. No on showed when we landed and they missed a bag when we departed. They said they’d bring it “right over” but it took them 45 minutes and we missed our boat back to the Isand. We had to rebook and pay extra 💵 for their screwup. I’ll save you the story of the runaround we got, but the bag was at the hotel and they just simply didn’t care and took their time. There must be better service at other hotels???