Stay with Round-Trip Ferry Tickets at Catalina Boat House Hotel in Avalon, CA, with Dates into February
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Stay at a hotel made from a former boat house on beautiful Catalina Island with views of Avalon Bay
What You Get
- Stay for two in a standard room, preferred room, or mini suite
- Round-trip ferry tickets for two
- Dates into February 2016
Policies and Fees
- Reservations: Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased.
- Cancellation policy: 8-day cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable.
- Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability.
No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate; no refunds, rescheduling, or rebooking allowed.
Hotel at a Glance: Catalina Boat House Hotel
When Captain Joseph McAfee set sail from Venice Beach in 1912, he couldn’t have known that his little houseboat would still be standing today. Unable to part with it after he bought a parcel of land on Catalina Island, he had the boat lugged up a hillside where it was transformed into an inn. In 2014 it was renamed the Catalina Boat House Hotel in honor of this history. Today this quirky hideaway provides guests with cozy rooms and views of Avalon Bay.
- Take a ferry from the mainland; two round-trip tickets are included in this offer.
- Amenities: all units have flat-screen TVs, hardwood floors, cheerful decor, and kitchenettes with utensils and dishware
- Mini Suites: have access to a private shared deck with patio furniture and harbor views
- Stay connected with free WiFi.
- Distance to Avalon Casino: a nine-minute walk
Catalina Island, California: Desert Foliage and Secluded Coves in the Pacific Ocean
The rocky Catalina Island is only about 22 miles southwest of Los Angeles, but it’s a world away from the crowded metropolis. For starters, there are hardly any cars here; golf carts are the preferred way to get around. Much of the island’s interior is unpopulated, home to a vast array of native desert foliage and wildlife. Visitors can hit the many secluded coves that dot the landscape for sunbathing or snorkeling in temperate waters among starfish, sea urchins, and bright-orange garibaldi. Travel + Leisure called these coves “ready-made for romance,” naming Catalina one of the world’s most romantic islands in 2010.
Much of Catalina Island is accessible only by challenging dirt trails, but you can see many of its endemic plants in town at the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden. Some of the featured vegetation can only be found here, including wild tomato and rare Catalina mahogany. The memorial itself was designed to incorporate as much local material as possible, including quarried Catalina stones, blue flagstone rock from the harbor, and hand-painted tiles from a local pottery company.
You can get to the gardens by catching a taxi or tour bus from nearby Avalon, the island’s only major city. This small village, with a surrounding backdrop of steep, amphitheater-like hills, occupies only about 3% of the island. Still, it’s where most visitors spend the majority of their time, thanks to a popular beach, a lively harbor, and a surprising variety of restaurants. The most famous landmark here is the art-deco-style Casino building. Surrounded by the sea on three sides, the circular structure stands at the equivalent of 12 stories tall and houses an art gallery, a museum, and a theater.
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Other Details
Room Details
Included in All Rooms
- Bedding varies
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 2
- Up to 2 additional occupants/travelers may be requested at an additional fee of $125 per adult; $100 per child; $25 per infant under two. (Subject to availability and advance approval by hotel. Payment for additional guests by phone at time of approval.)
Hotel Policies
- Check in: 3 p.m.
- Check out: 11 a.m.
- Parking: not available
- Rollaways: not available
- Smoking policy: no smoking inside the property
- Pet policy: pets are not allowed inside the property.
- Accessibility: handicap-accessible rooms are not available.
- Room upgrades: not available
Amenities
- Free WiFi
- Kitchenettes in all rooms
- Communal barbecue area
Getting There
- Nearest airports: John Wayne Airport (SNA; 40 miles) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX; 49 miles)
- Distance from Los Angeles: 53 miles
- Shuttle service: two round-trip ferry tickets included
Stay at a hotel made from a former boat house on beautiful Catalina Island with views of Avalon Bay
What You Get
- Stay for two in a standard room, preferred room, or mini suite
- Round-trip ferry tickets for two
- Dates into February 2016
Policies and Fees
- Reservations: Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased.
- Cancellation policy: 8-day cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable.
- Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability.
No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate; no refunds, rescheduling, or rebooking allowed.
Hotel at a Glance: Catalina Boat House Hotel
When Captain Joseph McAfee set sail from Venice Beach in 1912, he couldn’t have known that his little houseboat would still be standing today. Unable to part with it after he bought a parcel of land on Catalina Island, he had the boat lugged up a hillside where it was transformed into an inn. In 2014 it was renamed the Catalina Boat House Hotel in honor of this history. Today this quirky hideaway provides guests with cozy rooms and views of Avalon Bay.
- Take a ferry from the mainland; two round-trip tickets are included in this offer.
- Amenities: all units have flat-screen TVs, hardwood floors, cheerful decor, and kitchenettes with utensils and dishware
- Mini Suites: have access to a private shared deck with patio furniture and harbor views
- Stay connected with free WiFi.
- Distance to Avalon Casino: a nine-minute walk
Catalina Island, California: Desert Foliage and Secluded Coves in the Pacific Ocean
The rocky Catalina Island is only about 22 miles southwest of Los Angeles, but it’s a world away from the crowded metropolis. For starters, there are hardly any cars here; golf carts are the preferred way to get around. Much of the island’s interior is unpopulated, home to a vast array of native desert foliage and wildlife. Visitors can hit the many secluded coves that dot the landscape for sunbathing or snorkeling in temperate waters among starfish, sea urchins, and bright-orange garibaldi. Travel + Leisure called these coves “ready-made for romance,” naming Catalina one of the world’s most romantic islands in 2010.
Much of Catalina Island is accessible only by challenging dirt trails, but you can see many of its endemic plants in town at the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden. Some of the featured vegetation can only be found here, including wild tomato and rare Catalina mahogany. The memorial itself was designed to incorporate as much local material as possible, including quarried Catalina stones, blue flagstone rock from the harbor, and hand-painted tiles from a local pottery company.
You can get to the gardens by catching a taxi or tour bus from nearby Avalon, the island’s only major city. This small village, with a surrounding backdrop of steep, amphitheater-like hills, occupies only about 3% of the island. Still, it’s where most visitors spend the majority of their time, thanks to a popular beach, a lively harbor, and a surprising variety of restaurants. The most famous landmark here is the art-deco-style Casino building. Surrounded by the sea on three sides, the circular structure stands at the equivalent of 12 stories tall and houses an art gallery, a museum, and a theater.
Love to travel? Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for travel tips, inspiration, and photos from around the world.
Other Details
Room Details
Included in All Rooms
- Bedding varies
- Standard occupancy: 2
- Maximum occupancy: 2
- Up to 2 additional occupants/travelers may be requested at an additional fee of $125 per adult; $100 per child; $25 per infant under two. (Subject to availability and advance approval by hotel. Payment for additional guests by phone at time of approval.)
Hotel Policies
- Check in: 3 p.m.
- Check out: 11 a.m.
- Parking: not available
- Rollaways: not available
- Smoking policy: no smoking inside the property
- Pet policy: pets are not allowed inside the property.
- Accessibility: handicap-accessible rooms are not available.
- Room upgrades: not available
Amenities
- Free WiFi
- Kitchenettes in all rooms
- Communal barbecue area
Getting There
- Nearest airports: John Wayne Airport (SNA; 40 miles) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX; 49 miles)
- Distance from Los Angeles: 53 miles
- Shuttle service: two round-trip ferry tickets included
Need To Know Info
- Dates cannot be changed once booked; valid only for night(s) purchased
- 8-day cancellation notice required prior to check-in or reservation is non-refundable; reservations made within cancellation window are non-refundable
- No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate
- No refunds will be processed by Groupon after check-in
- Traveler name must match ID at time of check-in
- Must be 18 or older to check in
- Credit card required at check-in
- Must provide email address upon purchase, which will be provided to property
- Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
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