El Terado Terrace

3.0 star property
Guests relax in a peaceful garden setting while concierge staff arrange island adventures at this welcoming Catalina Island retreat

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El Terado Terrace captures island charm steps from Catalina Island Golf Course. Travelers love the tranquil garden for unwinding and the knowledgeable concierge for planning activities. The complimentary ferry shuttle and 24/7 front desk staff earn praise.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite (Mountain Side Mini 102)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Ocean Side Mini 106)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Ocean Side Mini 110)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms (Three Queen Beds 111)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Avalon, El Terado Terrace is near the beach. Catalina Island Museum and Avalon Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Three Palms Avalon Arcade and Nature Center at Avalon Canyon. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Map
230 Marilla Ave, Avalon, CA, 90704

What's nearby

  • Catalina Island Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Catalina Casino - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Descanso Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Avalon Port - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Island Brew House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Luau Larry's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Sandtrap - ‬14 min walk

About this property

El Terado Terrace

Property highlights
El Terado Terrace provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • A free ferry terminal shuttle, luggage storage and barbecues
  • Concierge services and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at El Terado Terrace offer comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, coffee/tea makers and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.00 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

El Terado Terrace Hotel Avalon
El Terado Terrace Hotel
El Terado Terrace Avalon
El Terado Terrace
El Terado Terrace Mini Hotel
El Terado Terrace Catalina Island/Avalon, CA
El Terado Terrace Hotel
El Terado Terrace Avalon
El Terado Terrace Hotel Avalon

Frequently asked questions

Is El Terado Terrace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Terado Terrace?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at El Terado Terrace?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Terado Terrace?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is El Terado Terrace located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Three Palms Avalon Arcade, Catalina Island Museum and Catalina Island Visitor Center. Avalon Pier and Avalon Theater are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

El Terado Terrace Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 470 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, very spacious, super comfy bed and plenty of pillows. Property was quiet and staff was very kind and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in, friendly staff, close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed this comfortable stay to the fullest! Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ocean views were perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed here many times and the staff is always outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a nice find for Jazz Festival opening weekend. We took full advantage of the patio and barbecue grill, loved our view from #6. Ivan and staff were all helpful and friendly, the room was roomy and functional.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Yeng

Location is great, close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yadira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Missing a warm welcome from a person. Well organized. Clean, basic supplies. Nice space, the plumbing need care. Shower almost felt. Little things to fix. Recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service ! We enjoyed our stay thank you !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faviola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was extremely clean and the view was magnificent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. The place was reasonable, clean and comfortable for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds and well-stocked kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank You El Terado Terrace! We loved this place, Amazing staff, quick and easy to check in and out, we loved that when we used to go out the room deers will be infront walking or eatting grass, we had a ocean view. The staff went over board to accommodating us. So happy we chose El Terado Terrace. 😊 see guys again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, clean with well equipped kitchen, easy check-in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the full kitchen. Great view. The location was close enough to the main strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful family stay in the two bedroom townhome! Close walk to everything everything on the island. Fit my family of 5 super comfy. Love this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crissy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A bit of a wait from ship to be brought to hotel but once in our room it felt good like we were finally starting our vacation. Room was clean and the staff was very nice. We may stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucio

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

Get away from home

Good service staff is great not ocean view if you don’t rent any kind of transportation will get tried walking up the hill if not in good fit
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you, I am very happy with my stay at your house. The staff was very caring and attentive. Thank you for the room provided to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s cozy and really has the island vibe around it. Locals are friendly and getting a taxi was so easy. Coke machine doesn’t work so don’t put money into it. Room is older but clean. Most Imporantly!!! THE MATTRESS WAS SOFT and comfortable 😃
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I really enjoyed our stay. I booked the townhome we were very happy with the accommodations made by the friendly staff. I will book again and let friends know. The townh9me was clean and soacious,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

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

Catalina Island Vacation

We had an awesome time staying at your place. The little kitchen is equipped with all the essentials one needs for cooking. There is a grill outside too. The beds are very comfy. The area is very quiet and calm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Cute, clean, and provided what was needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean place very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025