Mt Ada

Awesome staff and beautiful accommodations. Shoutout to Tim and Grant who made our trip amazing. They were very helpful and amazing hosts. I took my mom here for two nights for her birthday and she loved it. Food is amazing and grounds are stunning. The staff make it a 10/10!

Excellent hotel, and the staff is wonderful! Tim and Grant were especially helpful and lovely hosts. I took my mom here for her birthday and was late booking a spot at Descanso Beach Club. Grant provided an amazing recommendation for a boat to two harbors and lounge chairs there. It was ideal for my mom and me. Highly recommend this beautiful and historic hotel.

We love Mt. Ada ❤️. We go several times a year. We feel so spoiled when we are there. Liz, Tim, Pierre, Elizabeth and Grant make us feel so at home. We so enjoy the electric cart to get around Avalon. The food is delicious & well presented. Thank you, Marissa for taking such good care of Mt. Ada

First, apologies for the long review but as a viewer you deserve accurate, complete information. This used to be our "go-to" place in Catalina. Last time we stayed there we said it would be our last time because of issues during that visit but thought we would try again. Short story is the attention to detail is gone. The bathroom sink had no hot water (nothing like a cold shave. Brent said he would look into this but never got back. We had the same issue with a different room last time). The golf cart we were supplied had torn zippers on the plastic sides and broken windshield wipers. It was raining during our visit so we were switched to another cart. Tablecloth during one lunch had yellow stains that looked like from breakfast. The pantry gelato selections were less than last time (we missed the salted caramel). For convenience, in the morning a continental breakfast is set up upstairs near the room. Coffee and muffins were there, but no sugar and cream. Had to go downstairs, through the mansion and into the kitchen just to find someone to help. Asked for a Prosecco in the living room one afternoon and had to ask again 20 min later when it did not arrive (receiving the usual "Sorry, I forgot"...). At the time of our visit several rooms were vacant and we asked for an upgrade. Did not expect one for free but were told we needed to pay the full "day of" price and when we declined were offered a 25% discount. On a previous visit we met in the middle. Property missed out on an additional $500+ revenue for a few days at no cost to them. Due to an approaching severe storm, we departed a day early at 2 pm (it was a good call as Catalina Express actually canceled and moved some departures the next day) and still had to pay for the full night (strongly recommend checking their cancellation policy as within 30 days they keep your money for the entire visit under all circumstances). Bottom line is a few years ago this all would have been different. For the price that is charged, near perfection should be the norm. Perhaps our expectations are too high. I suspect a couple or so years ago the previous management and staff, who seem to have some hospitality training, was replaced with others with little or no hospitality training. Pierre is the only one we recognized from previous visits and although he is quite polite and usually reliable at times he seemed like he had no clue. There's more but I've bored you enough already. That said, I'm sure first-time visitors will continue to rave about the experience, but it's just not the same and our multiple visits a year have ended...

Mount Ada is absolutely beautiful. The whole staff is so very friendly and helpful and kind. The views are absolutely awesome. The food is delicious. Unlimited wine, beer, sodas and snacks - such a treat. A full (menus!) breakfast, lunch, appetizers and a freezer full of gelato. High quality bedding and toiletries and the bath water is piping hot. Every room has their own electric golf cart to drive all over Catalina Island. And Mount Ada is right up at the top and peaceful and quiet. If it seems expensive here, it really isn’t when everything is added up. But book while you can as they are going to add on rooms in the old unused part of the building, and thus will be closed for a year or two.

We had the most relaxing time at the Mt. Ada hotel. We were warmly greeted at the dock by Ava, and quickly made our way up the hill where we stepped into the Inn and found ourselves back in time. Here above the charming town of Avalon we were a world away from the hustle and bustle, but had easy access to the shops and restaurants in our complimentary golf cart. Our room (Windsor) had a corner view overlooking the ocean as well as the bay and the views were gorgeous. We were treated royally by the staff at breakfast and lunch and enjoyed the other amenities like a latte in the morning and gelato in the evening. We were so happy there! Already making plans to return.

Mt Ada is an incredibly special place for us. The hospitality is always top-notch - Pierre, Eva, Maria, and the others are so kind and welcoming. The bedrooms and common spaces are really beautifully maintained, and the rooms are quite comfortable. It feels like stepping back in time, in all the best ways. We adore being able to sip coffee in the morning gazing out over the harbor or the ocean, from any number of beautiful sitting areas or from our room. The breakfasts and lunches are absolute perfection - and truly, you cannot beat the views. Mingling with the other guests during the happy hour is another bonus. Of course, having access to the other amenities (mini golf, access to a golf cart, the museum) is always so nice as well. A stay at Mt Ada is truly unbeatable - well worth the cost.

The best hospitality you’ll find. Eva, working on Christmas Eve, greeted us with a warm welcome. A true profession who made us feel truly at home. The entire hotel has many charming spots to relax, have a beverage, read, and watch the many views. Pier looked out for us, attention to every detail. We could not have asked for more. Staying at Mt. Ada was like experiencing another lifetime. I hope it never goes away so we can come back soon! Btw, food was incredible. Outside patios were divine. Catalina did not disappoint! People, food, landscapes, and hikes well worth our four nights over Christmas.

This was my 4th stay at Mt Ada, but my first in over 3 years. Alas, I was only able to book one night, as the inn was fully committed on Valentines Day and the Presidents Day weekend, when the place was a buy-out (booked entirely by one party). Still, the stay was fab, as was the weather. A stay here is pricey but has many perks: pick-up and drop-off at the ferry dock or heliport, use of a golf cart throughout your stay, prepared-to-order breakfast and lunch, afternoon wine and charcuterie board, 24/7 butler's pantry with snacks, drinks (including wine and beer), ice cream (and sundae fixings), discounts on Catalina Island Co. tours and activities (miniature golf is complimentary) I booked the Windsor Room, my 4th different room (out of 6 total), This room is a corner room and affords great views of both Avalon Bay (including the casino) and the ocean through its 4 windows. It's a cozy room but has a working fireplace, full bath and walk-in closet. As stated in my previous (more detailed) review, Mt Ada is the former Catalina home of William Wrigley Jr. and his wife Ada. As such, a stay here is like a stay in someone's home; the staffing is less than that of a hotel. There is usually just one person who does pretty much all of the front-end duties--attending to all guests' needs, including driving the van. There is also one person (Carmen) in the kitchen and one housekeeper. So at times the phone may go unanswered, or you may find yourself alone in the inn with no staff around, contributing to the house-guest feel. Only Carmen and front-end person Pierre were here during my last stay. Other staffers Maria, Eva, Cammie and Liz were new to me but all were friendly, capable and accommodating. Only one other room was booked during my one-night stay, and it was oh-so-quiet and tranquil. Even Avalon itself is pretty calm during the off-season and on days when there are no cruise ships docking. The inn was more crowded during the day because a group of 6 lingered at the inn 5 hours past the 11 am checkout time, and on my check-out day some of the buy-out party arrived early, including some children (who are only allowed under 16 if part of a buy-out). Still, Mt Ada remains my lodging of choice on Catalina.

What a surprise treat! My husband planned a 2 night 3 day trip at Mt Ada (Wrigley Mansion) as a surprise for my birthday! We were picked up by our host after we got off the Catalina Flyer from Newport Beach. The home is gorgeous and is still owned by the Wrigley family. The views are stunning of the ocean and Avalon. You can see the casino and the whole town from the outside dining area. At night you get the twinkling lights from the mainland and of the city below. Breakfast was delicious and so many choices. It was hard to choose! Luckily, we're staying 2 nights!!! Lunches are amazing and on the patio with the stunning view. The hospitality by the concierges Pierre, Tim, Liz and the whole staff was wonderful. They answer all your questions and make you feel welcome at the historic home of the Wrigleys. Plus, wine, beer bar, self-serve snacks available all the time! Books and games to enjoy. Beautiful cozy rooms with all the amenities (bathrobe and slippers!) AND the beautiful view wherever you go! The fireplace in one of the main rooms is lit every night so you can enjoy happy hour by the fire before heading into town on the golf cart they provide as part of the package. Be sure to visit the Casino (VIP backstage tour is worth every penny) & the Catalina Museum on Metropole street. Both tours give an amazing summary of the fascinating and rich history of the island! We can't wait to come back with our kids and their spouses to stay at Mt. Ada and share the experience of Catalina.

Mt Ada is an incredibly special place for us. The hospitality is always top-notch - Pierre, Eva, Maria, and the others are so kind and welcoming. The bedrooms and common spaces are really beautifully maintained, and the rooms are quite comfortable. It feels like stepping back in time, in all the best ways. We adore being able to sip coffee in the morning gazing out over the harbor or the ocean, from any number of beautiful sitting areas or from our room. The breakfasts and lunches are absolute perfection - and truly, you cannot beat the views. Mingling with the other guests during the happy hour is another bonus. Of course, having access to the other amenities (mini golf, access to a golf cart, the museum) is always so nice as well. A stay at Mt Ada is truly unbeatable - well worth the cost.

Not like any other historic hotel I've ever stayed...and I've stayed at more than 12 historic hotels. Mt. Ada is the most peaceful and tranquil vacation spot to recharge and enjoy. Sitting high above Avalon bay the view is majestic and the beauty and comfort of the home and staff make you feel at home from the moment you approach the door. Though the house built in 1922 is lovingly maintained. The friendly staff of Lauren, Pierre, Parker and Chammy are at the ready to answer any questions, requests and advise on restaurants and tours. They are always at the ready to fulfill any requests. The stay at the Wm. Wrigley home includes delicious meals of breakfast and lunch. A two hour wine and cheese event, access to a well stocked butler's pantry and your own golf cart to use during your stay. The lovely ocean view guest rooms are on the second floor. Each morning at 6:30 coffee, tea, mimosa makings and muffins are set up for early risers. Guests are encouraged to don a robe and slippers to grab a cup of their liking to enjoy before heading down to breakfast. Mt. Ada is a gem and the staff make you feel like this is your home.

Just checked out this morning. Much thanks to our concierge, Pierre and to the manager on site, Eva. When you book a high-end place, the bar is pretty high coming in, but they exceeded it at every turn. I stayed in Garden Porch room which was had ocean views in bedroom and restroom. Oh, and the breakfast and lunch included is 5 star on choices and quality. Other neat things included our fancy valet from shuttle to hotel, them storing our luggage at the ferry, ride back to the ferry. I did my engagement here as well and they worked with me on every request I had. I'll be back!

Yes this is a storied and historical venue. Yes, the views are great. Yes it's very photogenic. Yes, for the prix fixe lunch, its' bottomless prosecco or wine. These are the reasons I award two stars. The food was absolutely the worst we ate during our 4 day visit to the island!!! That was the conclusion of the of the four diners at our table. Chris, our server was attentive and most apologetic for the poor quality and experience. He discounted our price 25%, in effect removing the charge for my meal. My three companions were served their meals, and something happened to mine and I had to wait an additional 10 minutes. My friends were underwhelmed by their swordfish, but were hungry and ate their dish. The sole diner who ordered a hamburger seemed pleased with his dish. Finally my swordfish arrived, but it was ice cold, undercooked, and raw inside. I sent it back. When it next arrived, it was hot.... good thing. BUT, IT WAS FLAVORLESS. The creole sauce served was like canned tomato sauce with two small pieces of zucchini. Absolutely no flavoring, and this is marketed as creole sauce???? Dessert offerings were acceptable, but we all thought they came from a commercial baker such as Vons. All this for $62 pp. I'll pass. Fyi, I later found out the chef working was his first day. So much for training and supervision!!!!

From the time you arrive -- and are treated to a mini tour on the road to Mt. Ada -- you feel as though you've been transported, quite literally, to a magical place in a glorious, beautifully appointed, elevated space. Once you cross the threshold into the Wrigley home you are a guest of the highest order, treated like the presidents and royalty who visited once upon a Time. You will live your own fairytale during your stay. We certainly did.

We spent 3 glorious nights at Mt Ada for our 25th anniversary and were treated like royalty. Mt Ada is the former Wrigley mansion built before WWII in 1932 and it is like walking through a time warp when you stay here. It has been painstakingly cared for and kept as close as possible to the way it looked in 1932. Perched atop one of the highest hills surrounding the harbor, the views to the west, north, and east towards the mainland our absolutely breathtaking. There is no other place you can stay in Avalon with views like this. Even our room, Morning Glory, had a private balcony where we watched spectacular sunrises enjoying expresso and coffee. The room itself was phenomenal and like the rest of the place, steeped in the decor from a time long past. The main floor houses numerous sofas and chairs and also boasts a spectacular library including numerous volumes related to the history of the island. There are 270 degree views from this room as well as the surrounding balconies where there are tables and chairs set about. We enjoyed all of our breakfasts and lunches on the balcony areas as well as numerous glasses/bottles of champagne and wine. The food choices are wonderful and very very good. We were shocked at just how well the food was prepared. You won't go hungry staying at Mt Ada. You won't have to worry about transportation when staying at Mt Ada. You will be picked up at the dock or helipad and taken to the inn. Once there, you are provided you own personal golf cart for the entire stay. In fact, they just purchased all new luxury carts with enclosures and amenities I have not seen on a cart before. Having wheels in Avalon to get around is absolutely a major perk of staying at Mt Ada. Least but definitely not last is the level of service provided by the staff. The staff at Mt Ada exudes kindness, care, and professionalism unmatched anywhere we have ever stayed. The person leading the team is Sean and he is THE MAN for making your stay special. In addition to being a historian who knows everything about the history of Catalina, he is the go to person for nearly any request you have. Mt Ada works because of Sean and the rest of the staff. It wouldn't be the same without these folks making sure you have the best experience possible. THANK YOU SEAN, CHEF MANNY, AND YOUR ENTIRE HOUSEKEEPING STAFF! So, the question comes down to why wouldn't you stay here? I am sure the nightly rates at first glance can give someone sticker shock but let's review what you get: 1. An experience and level of service you will get nowhere else on the island. Period. 2. ALL meals, wine, beer, happy hour, and various other snacks and beverages included. And best of all, you can enjoy them in the privacy of your own room or pretty much anywhere you like inside or out with incredible views. 3. Your own private golf cart. Rental carts go for $100 or so dollars for just 2 hours! You can roam the streets in and around Avalon at will 24/7 in your own sweet ride. What are you waiting for? Grab your partner and go get pampered like we did and you will have memories for a lifetime!

Really a great dining experience. We came for lunch on a very clear day and had the most amazing view. Our waiter was really nice and the food was good. I had the branzino and my wife had the steak. Both dishes were really good, and the appetizers were great as well. The caesar salad was nice and refreshing, and the crab cakes were full of crab, not overly doughy. For dessert we had the pineapple upside down cake and the lemon merengue pie, both hit the spot and were a great end to the meal. I highly recommend trying it at least once if you're visiting Catalina Island.

We've been going to Catalina for about 15 years. How have we never stayed here before?! Best kept secret on top of the hill! The views are spectacular. The mansion is beautiful with sweeping views at every step! Wrap around porch is perfect for sipping wine noshing in the afternoon on cheese/charcuterie plate, breakfasting or lunching! Did I mention that all of these things are INCLUDED?! Let's run down the perks for the price! At the onset, it seems pricier than other spots on Catalina. But, check out all the inclusive items!! You're picked up at the boat or helicopter by a Mt. Ada van with your name on a sign. Ok, I already feel fancy! Next they show you your upscale, fully sanitized golf cart for your personal use the duration of the trip! While checking in you're offered complimentary champagne or beer or wine or soft drinks or tea or latte! You get it?!! Oh and all of those drinks are offered for free the entire stay 24/7! They also serve you a lovely, made-to-order breakfast and lunch. With a real menu, choices, including dessert. Then, after 4:00, Happy Hour begins with a posh little platter of yummies and, oh sure, why not?! More beverages of your choice. If you're still hungry, there's a pantry full of snacks like cookies, gelato, and chips! Do you want to take an excursion?! No worries your round-the-clock concierge will handle all the details and wherever you go, you get that Mt. Ada deluxe treatment! So my 6 rooms in total, do not worries with social distancing! Each room is perfect and unique. We stayed in the Windsor room; which boasts full window views to both sides, island/harbor and ocean views! Robes, slippers, the full on royal treatment! I'd be remiss not to mention stellar individuals that made our stay extra perfect! Pierre adds a charming French flair to your stay with impeccable manners and an accent to die for! Violet is a gem and we felt like besties by the end! We loved sweet Elizabeth, and Mariano went out of his way to help us feel special! There you have it! Now book it and see for yourself! Do the Math and see that all the perks add up to an all-inclusive stay! If you're finicky, this place does not have air conditioning except for one room. It also has the full charm of an almost 100 year old home! Live a little! Enjoy a lot!

From the moment we arrived at the Ferry terminal and greeted by Pierre, we were treated like royalty. Kacee met us at the door as if she was welcoming us home. It was an amazing stay and best yet we didn't feel uncomfortable and hovered over. We were given our privacy and free run of this incredible home. The complimentary Golf Cart was a huge plus. Yes, this place isn't cheap but...hot breakfast and lunch is served daily and the food was incredible! The butler pantry is at your disposal at any time offering beer, wine, ice cream, beverages, etc. FANTASTIC!! The house staff were fabulous!! Everyone one pitches in and helps out keeping this place a true GEM!! We stayed in the Garden Porch the smallest of all 6 rooms but oh so quaint, comfortable, and charming. Windows on all sides that we left opened while we slept. Can't wait to come back!! Thank you everyone!!

Mt Ada is a fantastically beautiful property with world-class service. I can't say enough about the staff - they were wonderful! The views from the terrace and bedrooms are spectacular - takes your breath away! Your stay comes with a full breakfast and lunch each day (there is nothing on the menu that we didn't like) and late afternoon crudités with wine. Unlimited beer, wine, sodas, coffee, teas, sorbet, snacks...and freshly baked cookies 24 hours/day. Your stay also includes a private electric golf cart for your use in Avalon and the surrounding countryside. Bags are carried for you to your room and back down. Slippers and robe are in your room for your use. Moulton Brown bath products and shampoo/conditioner. Nice, thick towels and a hair dryer for your use as well. Drawbacks: the room we stayed in (Garden Porch) needed several repairs - ceiling fan made terrible noises when above lowest level, no screens on two of the windows, and faucet wouldn't let water out completely - my husband fixed this, himself, and it worked just fine afterwards. (We did tell the concierge of the problems, and he assured us that he would let someone know.). Also, only queen sized beds in hotel - no king size. Bed was okay, nevertheless, but too soft. All in all, however, a wonderful, luxurious stay. We will be back.

I have stayed at this wonderful hotel so many times I've lost count. It is magical and special and the staff is so warm and caring you feel like you're in your own home. It's a kind of place you want to just stay and hang out and enjoy the views and the wonderful meals and service.

Based upon a recommendation from a reliable source, I was extremely excited about vising Mt. Ada and staying in the Wrigley Suite. Knowing how picky this person is, my expectations were high. Granted the view from the balcony is to die for, but the condition of the room for $1,250.00 per night was extremely disappointing. We arrived to a Lysol sprayed room that took hours to get the smell out. The couch was 20 years old and when you sat down on it you could feel the springs popping through. But the piece de resistance was the disgusting condition of the bathroom complete with an undersized and worn out toilet seat, cracked shower tile complete with mold, and let's not forget the beat-up windows. SHAME ON YOU WRIGLEY FAMILY FOR YOUR TOTAL LACK OF PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP!

Mt Ada is a bed and breakfast inn on the top of Catalina island, it was William Wrigley Jr.'s house back in the days when he bought this island, built this house and named after his wife, there are only a few suites in this inn so book early if you want to stay here. We toured the house when we got here, it's an old and vintage but very well maintained house on the mountain that we were definitely very impressed. We had lunch at the outdoor dining terrace with amazing views of the entire Catalina island. Menu was three course set menu, decent selections of soft drinks, beer and wine were included, they said there would be more food and drinks if we stayed at this inn. Menu wasn't big but the items were fantastic, we all had blue crab salad as starters, roasted chicken, Branzino and sausage pasta as entrees, also sticky toffee pudding as dessert. The food was absolutely amazingly delicious and flavorful, we had glasses of champagne, mimosa and Cabernet that were great with our food. I have to say it was one of the best lunch with beautiful views we have ever had in a very long time! We had a slow and very enjoyable meal, the service was top notch too, our server was so patient and attentive that we had no complaints! What made our lunch more enjoyable was the house cat Big Foot, she was hanging out with us the entire time, what a cute and affectionate kitty cat! We actually stayed at their sister hotel Pavilion hotel this time, and we loved it. So we have decided to give this lovely historical bed and breakfast inn a try next time, although it's a bit far from the city but it would be a very different and pleasant experience for sure, we will try to make it happen soon!

Beautiful stay.... Best location, wonderful views! Attentive and caring staff, they all made us feel special and well taken care of. Thank you Lauren, Cammy, Pierre, and Parker!!!! We stayed in the Bethany Glen room. Big size room with patio over looking the town, bay and deep Pacific Ocean. The included breakfast and lunch were delicious. Totally appreciated and enjoyed the wine and cocktail hour. Great to have a golf cart during our stay - definitely need based on location of the hotel. Although with the hotel offering so much, you almost don't want to leave. We will definitely be back!

UPDATE: After our previous negative experience at the Inn, we heard that the management had addressed our concerns, along with those of other guests, and that they had started serving both breakfast and lunch once again. So, in December of 2022 we decided to give them another try. Happily, we found that, once again, the quality and service had been restored to its original greatness! We immediately booked another stay for December, 2023, and back we'll go for another few days at our very favorite California getaway! My only reason for four stars rather than five is because this is a very old home that is in constant need of maintenance. They do close briefly every winter for repairs. If this were my place I might make repairs and improvements on a more frequent basis. BUT... considering all the other great things about staying here, this is a very minor complaint! Oh, and now all the complimentary golf carts are electric! Very nice improvement!

This review is for brunch at Mt. Ada. We celebrated our 5 year anniversary in Catalina and wanted to find a nice place for brunch. After some research we stumbled upon Mt. Ada. Reservations were fairly quick and easy to make online. Mt. Ada is located on the top of the trails we rented a golf cart for our day and drove our way up. The scenery was beautiful and once you arrive at the gate there is a buzzer. Once we let them know the name of our reservations the gate opened and we drove our way up to the Wrigley Mansion. Service was great throughout our meal. Brunch was a prix fixe of 3 courses- an appetizer, entree and dessert. As well as unlimited drinks of your choice from the brunch drink menu. For appetizers we had the vegetable soup and the dungeness crab cake. The C.A.B Hanger Steak and Grilled Whole Branzino for our entrees. Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding and Sorbet Trio Sundae for dessert. Food at Mt. Ada was okay our dungeness crab cake arrived cold. Our entrees were delicious but the desserts were sub par. For such a fine establishment I feel like they can put in more effort in designing their menu. Mt.Ada is a must visit for any one who visits Catalina it is a beautiful landmark and the views are outstanding. Food was okay but the service makes up for it.

Came here as a gift from a recently passed friend's widow as a thank you for our help with her situation, their favorite place on earth to go! My wife's and my first time to the island was exciting during Covid nonetheless. The hotel is spectacular in every way. The amenities and location were awesome. You feel secluded, safe and secure! The only cons would be no AC (not many older places there have it) and the bedrooms are definitely in need of some modernizing. The staff take great care of you and all of the sweet gestures add up. The sunrises, sunsets, and views of the harbor are second to none!!

Best place I've ever stayed! I saw some poor reviews about the food but they are so wrong. The food is amazing. The staff is amazing. Everything about this place has surpassed my expectations. It's on the pricier side but I promise you get what you pay for. Will definitely be coming back to this place. It's paradise.

My wife and I splurged on a helicopter ride to Catalina and one-night stay in the Mt Ada Grand Suite to celebrate our 25th anniversary. It was wonderful! Lauren picked us up, shared some Catalina history on the way to the inn, and made us feel at comfortable from the moment we met. The inn and the views are just spectacular. Cammie served us a delicious lunch on the patio and gave us the rundown on the complimentary golf cart that was included with our stay. We enjoyed our self-guided island tour, and returned a while later to settle in to our suite. The Grand Suite is spacious and lovely, with its generous balcony and more beautiful views of Avalon and the bay. Pierre was with us through the evening, and was also very attentive. He suggested dinner at the Lobster Trap (good choice), and most importantly, was instrumental in pointing us toward the butler's pantry for an ice cream extravaganza when we returned from dinner :). The next morning, we made our selections from the ample breakfast menu and Cammie served us another delicious meal on the balcony; the perfect way to start our day. Afterwards, we took the golf cart out again to visit the part of the island near the casino and Descanso Beach that we had missed the day before. When we were ready to leave, Parker was ready and willing to help with our luggage, and Lauren gave us a ride to the ferry terminal, where we checked our luggage (complimentary), and then dropped us off for a rousing round of mini golf (also complimentary). An unexpected surprise was that deer were abundant. We saw several while we were out and about in the golf cart, and there was a virtual deer party right outside the front door as we were leaving for dinner....I think we counted 9! It's a romantic, relaxing, historic inn, and we highly recommend it. The staff was awesome, including the chef, housekeeping, and others we didn't have an opportunity to meet.

The view from the room and from their deck is amazing. We did our wedding here and it really turned out better than expectations. The staff went above & beyond to support us and even ran out and did some errands like picking up flowers to support the wedding. Service was outstanding and would highly recommend a visit.

Absolutely Best service and accommodations ever received!! Incredibly friendly, helpful and attentive staff, excellent cook staff, diverse menu. Amazing views and all the history with the Wrigley Mansion and Avalon are presented in this restored period amazing home! Golf cart loaned per room guest, shuttle available, open butler's pantry for 24/7 snacks, beverages,ice cream are among the many amenities. Thanks to all staff for an experience of a lifetime! (5-star rating is misleading-- should be 10 star!!

Amazing stay! Pierre and Cami made our experience so great. This was my first visit to Catalina and I'm so happy we stayed here. Such a cool place and fantastic service.

5 stars for the view from Mt Ada! The Wrigley Mansion is such a beautiful fancy place to have lunch. The food was pretty good. The squid appetizer was a little dry. I enjoyed my entree, the grilled branzino. It had a lot of flavor and was cooked perfectly. The desserts were pretty basic, I got the sherbet. Lunch is about $70 a person. The spectacular view of catalina and the bottomless wine make it worth every penny. This was a highlight of my birthday trip to Catalina!

Heads up to returning guests... We were just there again for 3 nights, our 5th trip in 6 years. As always, staff, service, food, beverages are all great! We are VERY disappointed though that amentities keep being eliminated or reduced every time we come: - unlimited food/beverages at Spa, then reduced to $50 daily credit per room, then to no spa/pool/steam access without paying for a treatment - 3-course lunch, then 2-courses, then lunch only included on either arrival day or departure day, not both; otherwise charged $65pp, which is what they charged outside guests when they allowed them to have lunch on property (yet hotel guests already have unlimited beverages included); I also doubt they credit you $65pp if you arrive after lunch & depart before lunch though - no NY steak at breakfast anymore - no casino tour, golf course greens fees or tennis - evening hot appetizers reduced to just charcuterie - no fruit at continental breakfast upstairs - Champagne replaced by Prosecco & value of other wines reduced We LOVE Mt Ada & staff, AND are disappointed by this continuing service/amenity decline.

Enjoyed a 3 course meal Sunday w endless mimosas! 48$ no kid menu, but French fries and ice cream exists on the menu. They kindly made a grilled cheese too. Hanger steak for grandma was blackened & she didn't equate that w the word spicy-- so she ordered it and didn't eat it. I ate it-- tasted blackened and great! Cobb salad w lots of bacon. My ceviche w octopus pieces really hit my spot. Key lime tart awesome! So I basically ate my main course and grandmas main course. For me who likes spicy and blackened -- party in my mouth. Grandma enjoyed the Cobb salad, Dessert, & breezy patio views. Excellent service! While pricey, worth a special occasion like Labor Day holiday family time.

Mt Ada is like taking a step back in time when you visit this beautiful mansion built high upon the hill in the 1920's, retaining its charm with era matching furnishings, is high above Avalon harbor in a private setting made for a very relaxing stay. From the time our concierge picked us up at the dock to shuttle us up to Mt Ada, to the time we checked out, the concierges made us feel at home and attended to our every need. We had several concierges during our stay, with all providing excellent service. A special shout out to Cammie and Pierre for their professional attitude and helpful spirit. Pierre arrived the last morning of our stay and when we came back from an outing in our golf cart, he saw us heading up the steps and hurried to meet us at the front door, opened it and welcomed us back. That's what you call a "moment", of outstanding service! Breakfast and lunch were provided and the food was excellent. The chef has nice menu selections and presents the food nicely. All in all, everyone at Mt Ada from house keeping to head concierge, were wonderful. This wasn't our first time staying at Mt Ada and God willing, not our last. If you're looking for a beautiful, private place to stay with gorgeous views and friendly competent staff, look no further.

We experienced a wonderful 20th anniversary weekend at Mt. Ada on Catalina Island. This was a perfect way to celebrate our 20 years and 6 children. It was unusually hot and there is no A/C at Mt. Ada and that was the only drawback. Most places don't have A/C on the island because frankly..you don't need it. Each room came with a designated golf cart that we could use at any time to explore the island. Breakfast and lunch was provided. Both meals are chosen from a curated menu. Breakfast was comprised of homemade muffins, appetizer, and entre. Lunch was 3 courses as well. It was so nice to take our time and not be rushed during the meals. Both breakfast and lunch are included in your stay. Wine was served with an individual cheese, cracker, and meat platter reserved for you regardless of what time you arrived back from your afternoon away. I'll stop talking but I hope we have the opportunity to come back and spend another wonderfully relaxing weekend at Mt. Ada. We did have a little problem with the local kids playing their music and partying until 1:30am right outside the lower gates of Mt. Ada. The evening concierge Chris physically went down after notifying the sheriffs office and asked the local youth to call it a night. They soon dispersed. The staff made this stay an absolutely wonderful experience!

I will never say anywhere else other than here on Catlina island. Leticia , Elizabeth, and Violet where the most enjoyable staff I have ever met. They turned this hotel into a home, a place where I felt comfortable, a home away from home. The service is a 10 out of 5 star rating. The home cooked meals, the cleanness, the wonderful smiles. Make this the most perfect hotel to be at. Thank you for making this an experience to never forget!

The Inn at Mt. Ada on Catalina Island is a bucket list vacation for any romantic. William Wrigley Jr. built and stayed in this 6 room mansion overlooking Avalon Bay. There's real history there, and the staff will make your stay a lifetime memory. Brandon was the main concierge, and attended to our every need. Christian and Pierre waited on us like we were royalty. Consider the fact that breakfast, lunch, wine and cheese and a golf cart are all included in your room pricing. You will be so glad you stayed there. We got married there!

Came on a Sunday for lunch out on the patio, ended up being the only ones there. Sean sat us down and was very welcoming. Real stand up guy, A1 customer service. Food was delicious and our mimosas were never empty! Chris, one of the servers, was helpful in giving my friends and I some good bars to visit. $58 per person for a 3 course meal, drinks, outstanding service, and one of the best views on the island. You can't beat it. After we were done, staff gave us some history on the house and Mr Wrigley himself and called us a shuttle back into town. 10/10 would recommend.

What an AMAZING Place, Location, and incredible Staff!! Everyone working there made our stay absolutely PERFECT..and so very Memorable! This is without question THE premier place to stay when visiting Avalon! Have to give a special shout out to Sean!! He (like all the other members of the staff) was so very knowledgeable about the entire History of the Wrigley family and this former family estate of theirs! ....But Sean went WAY ABOVE AND BEYOND when he offered to meet my GF and I at the Casino after he got off work to give us a private tour of the Avalon Landmark!! UNBELIEVABLE!! She had never been to the island before, and his kindness and heartfelt desire to share his extensive knowledge made our trip more special than I could have EVER IMAGINED!!! To see that incredible place (the Avalon Casino) from the inside and have Sean share his knowledge and love of the amazing history was so ABOVE AND BEYOND!!! WE WILL CERTAINLY BE BACK!! Below is a pic of our "private dance" on the Casino Ballroom floor COMPLETE with big band music surpringly provided by Sean!! ....YOU ROCK BUDDY!!

Great bed and breakfast. I got the grand room with the helipad package, it's pricey but definitely worth it! Only took about 20mins to get to the island (no sea motion sickness) Breakfast, lunch and complementary drinks/snacks all included in the pricing. If you did your math, then it saves a lot on time and ease. There's happy hour with wine and small bites. Unlimited drinks/water etc... you also get your own golf car (with plastic zipper wind shields) to roam around the city! It's nice and quiet, almost feels like home. All the staff here are super friendly. There's also fire places and heaters ! (Was chilly the weekend I was here) My only complaint is the water pressure, but still good and works! Came here on a chilly weekend, but there's a heater and fire places so it works! Can't wait to come back.

I highly recommend having brunch here if time allows and you don't feel like spending hundreds of dollars on a hotel room. The views are spectacular and the entire place makes you feel like you are on vacation somewhere far far away. We ended up taking a golf cart to the top because we already rented them but you can also take a taxi which is probably cheaper.

The former home of the wrigleys is now a bed and breakfast nestled on top of the mountain on the Avalon side of Catalina. The Panoramic views from the house is bar none. We stayed in the grand suite which used to be Wrigleys master bedroom. The room is encapsulated in time and takes you back to an era of luxury with a radio that he signed. The beauty of this home is mesmerizing and what makes it even more better are the staff that works at this property. Our experience from start to end was truly one for the books. Joy, who runs the show here is such a happy and kind spirited soul who puts all the guest at ease. Lisa and Shea who made us feel welcome and at home were truly wonderful. And chef paul who made us the most magnificent meals here and at Avalon grille were so pleasurable. The bed and breakfast was such a cute and quaint experience. The place is equipped with a self serve kitchen all day and all night for those who want a late night snack like ice cream with every topping you can wish for, or popcorn, nuts, chips and etc. If it's not there, just request it and it will be there for the next day. Truly white glove service and they didn't miss a beat. I highly recommend for anyone who is looking for a quick getaway from LA oR for the best lunch on the island if you are in the are. I can't wait to return again with our family.

I had a blast during my 3 day stay. The staff could not be more warm and courteous. The house was beautiful and no detail was overlooked. It is no wonder that despite the price, this place is booked for months in advance. The attitude of the staff summed up: Help yourself! Here is where we keep the wine, beers, champagne, soft drinks and bottled water. Help yourself! Here is where we keep the ice cream, all the fixings you need to make a kick-ass sundae and frosted mugs for a root beer float. Help yourself! The fruit and nuts basket is restocked throughout the day. Help yourself! Here is our hard liquor cabinet. Help yourself! We bake fresh cookies, scones and muffins everyday. Coffee and tea is here as well. Help yourself! The DVD and book collection is here for you. Help yourself! Here is your golf cart which will be your transport during your stay. If you would rather us drive, you we can arrange a taxi. I made full use of my little golf cart. It didn't run fast enough to drift but I still had a lot of fun with it.

This review is for the lunch at Mt. Ada. We were so lucky to get a reservation at this mountainside terrace restaurant! It's small (ten tables maybe) and so peaceful up there. The music and harbor sounds from below are muted, as you dine on expertly served and delicately crafted dishes. A++ experience! The view is absolutely unbeatable! Service was friendly and attentive. The food itself was very tasty! You choose from a three-course menu for a flat price ($48, I believe. Maybe a bit more). We both got the steak with chimmichuri sauce, and we tried both desserts (I love those!) A must-do experience of you visit Avalon! A note about transportation- you can walk up to the restaurant, but for most people I recommend a taxi, or renting a golf cart and driving up there. It's a small ways off town, and a winding road up a large hillside!

Made reservations to have lunch at this iconic spot, Mt. Ada at the Wrigley Mansion, during our trip to Catalina Island. The food and scenery did not disappoint! It was a fixed menu at $62.00 a person for a 3 course meal, including an alcoholic beverage!? The choices were great and everything was delicious. We were treated very well and it was a leisurely lunch, so plan a good 2 hours from start to finish! We did a 12:30 reservation to make sure any morning clouds had disappeared. A taxi up from the boardwalk is about $15.00 one way and that's a better deal than a golf cart at $50.00 per hour, since you'd need 3 hours to get there, dine and return. I would highly recommend this splurge if you visit. It was probably one of our most enjoyable activities and a treasured memory!

Good experience. Comfortable and elegant, for the most part. The coffee pot didn't work in our room and they had no replacement. Other than that, we loved the 24/7 use of the golf cart (there's a golf cart that is assigned to each of the rooms). The rating would have been 5 stars if two of the cooks (a millennial and an older one) had not come literally running out of the kitchen, yelling at me and my spouse saying 'EXCUSE ME...., MAY I HELP YOU?'. This occurred when my spouse and I were simply trying to view the historic buildings, and admire the lovely landscaping outside of the main house. We told them that we were staying on the property for a few days and were just looking around. The one old hispanic lady cook said "I know! You can't walk around here! You can't go in there!" Well, we weren't 'going in' anywhere; nor did we want to 'go inside' of any of the dilapidating peripheral buildings (who would?). :) We were just admiring the history of the buildings - from the outside. We found this incident to be offensive, distasteful and discriminatory, especially since other patrons were doing the same thing on earlier days, without the same attack. In addition, we also found this incident to be offensive, distasteful and discriminatory, especially since this attack was coming from Latino cooks - particularly during this day and age of 'the wall' controversy. :-) Not cool. Hurt people, hurt people. This behavior will not elevate one's 'status' in society, however. :-) We spoke to the concierge about it and they spoke to the cooks, who later apologized, but we were served cold food afterwards. Other than that, we enjoyed the fireplace, which should have been turned on more often. It was only turned on a couple of short times and only after searching around the house in an effort to find and ask someone to turn it on. If we left the area for a quick kitchen run, they would turn it off, however. The history of the facade and the antiquity of the room were neat to see, it reminded me of my grandmother's house while growing up similarly as a child. The ice cream bar was minimal and the menu for the meals is the exact same for each day. Beware of that if you love variety in terms of food and dessert choices. The menu could be updated for more appeal. We've stayed at the Ritz, on numerous occasions and this place is not comparable but the views are amazing nonetheless. For almost $2000.00, for 21/2 days, we expect the best of the best - of everything; we expect the best of the best in every realm of service also. After all, the money spent does go towards the cooks income, the concierge's income, the maintenance & upkeep of the house, etc.

This place was amazing beside all the spectacular views. The service staff was excellent and made our visit more delightful than we expected. Pierre helped us when are golf cart wasn't working properly and Sean made sure to reserve a table with a view off the balcony every morning and lunch hour. Parker helped us as well by making sure we arrived at our flight with ample time to spare. Having the beautiful home with all the amenities in combination with a great staff made our trip a perfect 5 star rating and I will definitely recommend my friends and family to come and stay here.

Food: I got the ham and hock terrine, flank steak and the caramel apple + cinnamon panna cotta. The flank steak was okay: not too tough or dry but definitely can be more tender. The caramel apple with cinnamon panna cotta is, however, very good: smooth, cold and refreshing. The flavor and texture is like a light creamy apple sauce. Service: Everyone is attentive, cordial and pleasant. Ambience: The atmosphere is to die for [also what you're mainly paying for]; Mt. Ada overlooks the entire Catalina Island and is surrounded by the ocean. The inn/restaurant carries with it an air of a bygone era. Price: Pricewise, for $60 tax and tip included, one gets an appetizer, an entree, a dessert and an opportunity to explore one of America's billionaire's home [William Wrigley Jr.]; I say it's fair if not a bargain. Overall: Definitely give this place a try if you are visiting Catalina Island: you won't regret it.

Still best place on Catalina Island, but like everything these days, the prices have increased and the amenities have decreased. Also lost some of the iconic staff from the past. I love this place but when you pay premium you should not be nickel and dimed on amenities.

Wonderful and great staff, Parker and Sean!. Like your own home!!so luxurious and relaxing. Great breakfast and lunch. Coming back!

Favorite place in the world and would probably come back to the island for only this GEM! It was my first time on the island and it was pretty bleh we did the basic stuff but having lunch here made everything worthwhile. I would highly recommend yourself to reserve a spot at this high end restaurant. Service - A+ Food - A+ Scenery - A+++++ The only thing it was a bit hard to locate, we were planning to walk up because my gps made it seem close, but it wasn't so we got a taxi halfway up. PTL. However on the way back we walked down to burn those yummy calories, and it was doable even pushing a stroller! The menu is fixed and the $$$ is totally worth it! We were full for the whole day! I got the steak and it was delish! For the rest of the options I went with their recommendations! I do want to say thank you to them for letting us seat an hour or so early from our reservation. We even had a baby and they were really nice about everything! However I would not totally recommend this place for children but she behaved so lucky us! It was a splendid experience!

Absolutely worth the drive "up the mountain"!! We were there for lunch and our server, Angelica was so very pleasant and attentive! We never felt rushed and the prix fixe had the right amount of options to chose from. Definitely worth the price! (We also got to meet "Big Foot" - the adorable Mt. Ada island kitty!)

Absolutely Outstanding is right. i have long wanted to stay at The Inn and when the opportunity arrived, i had reservations about what to expect in terms of level of service as the management has changed hands. i am pleased to report my reservations were unfounded and my stay exceeded all expectations. i spent 3 nights at The Inn, solo, during a period of intense personal turmoil. The warmth of every member of the staff, particularly my hostess Chris, combined with the incredible beauty and comfort of the Inn, served as a healing salve i'll always be grateful for. The attention to detail and personal interaction is simply superb. i stayed in the Queen's Aviary which features its own petite sitting room, magnificent views of the harbor, grand old bathtub, and world-class bed. Oh the bed - never wanted to leave it. Lodging at The Inn includes breakfast, lunch, and a fine assortment of nibbles & libations for Happy Hour. Dining anywhere else on the Island is a total letdown in comparison. i was on a mission to enjoy a Lychee martini - i brought my own can of Lychees and incorrectly assumed the Inn would have vodka - and darn it all if Chris didn't fetch me a bottle on her way to pick up incoming guests. Thanks Chris for the above & beyond! i hiked the canyon & walked Avalon one of the days and spent another lounging and reading in a soft overstuffed chair in one of the living rooms, enjoying the gentle sea breeze. In my visits to the Island over the years, i have camped at BlackJack, stayed in a scuba diver's hostel, stayed at the Pink Hotel and now at The Inn. My stay was decadent and it was worth every penny & then some. For anyone considering a stay, i highly recommend it. FYI The Inn will be closed for renovations for a portion of next year. i wish them all the best as they will be repairing the foundation. PS Did i mention the mascots at the Inn? A mule deer and her fawn that were enjoying being handfed apples, the tiny Island Fox that visited me out on the veranda at night and the hilarious grey cat that has like 10 toes on his front paws? All seriously awesome

Absolutely wonderful experience! Came to celebrate our engagement for Sunday brunch (appx $62 per person prior to tax and gratuity) and we were treated well from the moment we walked in. The food was good (Wagyu steak burger was delicious) and they weren't shy to keep the champagne and wine flowing. The best part was the view of Catalina Island. Would recommend and can't wait to go

Take my review as only one persons findings. I will be as neutral as possible and only describe what I saw on that day on that particular trip. Your experience could vary from mine. What an experience! We had an extended family vacation here and we where not disappointed. Located at the top of the hill, and I believe the highest property on the island as we looked down on to everything, there are fantastic views. The inn has six bedrooms and we took up five of them with the sixth being vacant. This made our experience even better as it was pretty much our house with our own personal staff. We could literally leave something in one of the rooms and not worry about getting it until later. We had a corner room which had amazing views and I think, aside from the master suite, was the best room. It is the Windsor Room and I recommend it. Each room I believe has a fireplace as well. The building is older, built in the early 1920's if I remember correctly, and does show some wear but was none the less fantastic. There is talk of upgrading it in the future so I can't wait to see it then. If you stay here you are really paying for the experience, treatment and ambiance. Those things are definitely top notch. Breakfast and lunch where included with our stay and the food was very, very good. There is a pantry that we had access to at all times which was stocked with wine, beer, soda, water, juices, snacks, ice cream etc. We also had access to golf carts to put around the island in, and also a spa for use of a pool and hot tub. This is located down town and is not on site. We also had access to the nine hole golf course located in town as well. Around five at night a large tray of meats, cheeses, crackers or bread and fruit is brought out. We actually made this a meal for one night. During our stay the staff treated us like family. This includes the kitchen staff, concierge and the other employees. I'd name them but I'm afraid that I'd leave one out but they were all great. If you ever get the chance to stay here I recommend that you do it. I'd stay for at least two nights though. Check out my other reviews about things in the area to do.