Bellanca Hotel

Property class: 3

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Oceanfront Avalon, easy island rhythm

Bellanca Hotel keeps things simple in the best way, with an oceanfront spot in the heart of Avalon and views over Avalon Bay. The vibe feels modern and upbeat, starting in a light-wood, white-tiled lobby and carrying into bright, minimalist rooms with seaside color. It is the kind of place that makes walking the waterfront feel like the main plan.

  • Seaside dining with personality

    The Naughty Fox pairs ocean-inspired favorites with an airy room and bay-view patio.

  • Rooftop sunsets, built in

    A guest-only rooftop lounge sets the scene with 180-degree Avalon Harbor views.

  • Get around like locals do

    Catalina stays car-light, so walks, golf carts, and bikes set the pace nearby.
$199 nightly
The total price is $223
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees

Amenities

  • Guest-only ocean view deck for sun.
  • Complimentary beach chairs, towels, sand toys.
  • Free signature beach cruisers with baskets.
  • Innovative seafood favorites like poke nachos.
  • Cheeky cocktails, from Foxy Lady onward.
  • Nightcap ritual with milk and cookies.
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Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a green chair, a desk, and a bathroom with a green sink and mirror.

Cabana King Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a glass door leading to an outdoor area, and a patterned wall.

Cabana King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small seating area, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

Courtyard Queen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with a geometric pattern, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror above the bed.

Courtyard King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(88 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Cabana King

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view through a glass door, and a patterned wall.

Cabana King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a television, a small table with a bottle and glasses, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Courtyard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Cabana King Accessible

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a green chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Cabana King Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
111 Crescent Ave, Avalon, CA, 90704

What's nearby

  • Catalina Museum for Art & History - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Catalina Island Visitor Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Catalina Casino - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Descanso Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Avalon Port - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina) - 27 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 35.4 miles/57 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Descanso Beach Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pancake Cottage - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Avalon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Catalina Coffee & Cookie Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Lobster Trap - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Bellanca Hotel

  • When you stay at Bellanca Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Catalina Museum for Art & History and Catalina Island Visitor Center. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. This Mediterranean hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of Catalina Casino and Avalon Port. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Grab bar in shower

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International

Also known as

Portofino Hotel Avalon
Portofino Avalon
Portofino Hotel
Bellanca Hotel Hotel
Bellanca Hotel Avalon
Bellanca Hotel Hotel Avalon

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Bellanca Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bellanca Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Bellanca Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Catalina Casino (6-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Bellanca Hotel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Catalina Museum for Art & History (5-min walk) and Catalina Island Visitor Center (5-min walk), along with Green Pleasure Pier (5-min walk) and Avalon Theater (6-min walk).

Are there restaurants at or near Bellanca Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Bellanca Hotel like?

Bellanca Hotel is a short 19-minute walk from Catalina Island Golf Course and 5 minutes' walk from Catalina Museum for Art & History. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Bellanca Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The hotel offers convenient access to the beach with complimentary beach chairs, umbrellas, and bicycles for guests to use. (30 reviews)
  • The restaurant, Naughty Fox, served delicious food and drinks with great options and convenient location. (34 reviews)
  • The air conditioning worked great for comfortable sleeping and cooling off on hot days. (6 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience the staff was increidble room was fantastic we will be back!
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8/10 Very good

The room was clean and very comfortable. Especially liked the counter space outside the bathroom area. Having the Naughty Fox cafe and bar attached was very convenient. Yes I would definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

This was an amazing location
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6/10 Good

Very nice location right on the main road. It was clean and the air conditioning worked really well.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and Staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was fantastic. Great location with beautiful views. The staff was very kind and helpful. The room was clean and well kept. Bed was very comfy and air condition worked well. I would stay here again when we go back to Catalina.
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6/10 Good

Location was top tier. Very walkable to all of the prime spots that you would want to see in Avalon. The bar/restaurant that is in the hotel is also a nice amenity that you can enjoy, facing the beach side.
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10/10 Exceptional

Well located near transportation, dining, and shopping
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff, and good food and drinks at their restaurant
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6/10 Good

This was a pretty basic hotel. We could tell it was an older building that was redone to feel more current and modern but over all, it fell short for us. The room was clean and the staff were very nice. The benefit was having a bar and food on the premises.
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8/10 Very good

The air conditioning unit is loud and needs filter checking on some units. Overall its a great hotel and great location on the island.
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10/10 Exceptional

The Bellanca Hotel has a great location right in the heart of downtown Avalon. The property was super clean. The staff was friendly. The only downside was the restaurant closed very early so we never made it in
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff, having the free bikes to get around was great
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was excellent and the food and drinks at their restaurant were delicious
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8/10 Very good

Location gets top marks, it’s on the Main Street directly in front of the beach, but on the quieter end. Beach facing rooms are most likely the best in ranking, inside or courtyard rooms are nothing special, especially for the price. Small and basic, ok if you’re out all day. Bathroom tile needs replacing and a good grout cleaning. Staff was polite and friendly. We didn’t eat at the small restaurant/bar.
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6/10 Good

Very comfortable beds, AC worked well. Fun funky decor but still feels a bit dated.
Courtyard
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was great, staff was attentive. Check in and out was super easy.
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8/10 Very good

Hotel staff were very helpful
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10/10 Exceptional

Renovated hotel with friendly and professional staff.
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8/10 Very good

Great staff and location. They have beach towels or whatever you need. Only downside was they didn’t clean my room during my stay but I would still recommend and stay there again
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was excellent—took advantage of the complimentary beach chairs a couple times to go sit by the harbor. Location of hotel is great — right across street from harbor near all restaurants and shops. Room was clean and nice.
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8/10 Very good

No safe in the room, so know that ahead of time. Free bikes and the rooftop deck were nice. Very good location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was AMAZINGGGG!!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly, the rooms were clean and it was very easy to locate and the complimentary usage of the bikes was a cherry on top. Definitely would be staying here again.
Got to enjoy the bike rides for free