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Hamilton Cove

116 Clarissa Ave., PO Box 367, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA
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Hamilton Cove
Ranked #15 of 18 hotels in Avalon
4.0 of 5 stars 58 Reviews
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Los Angeles, California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

Last year I made the mistake of staying at the "historic" Glenmore Plaza which, no matter what they do to it, would make for a nice museum but not a "hotel". Hamilton Cover is simply exceptional. renting through Catalina Island Rentals I took a two bedroom unit in building 11 on the corner, top floor with a sweeping terrace. Everything... More

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San Marcos, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

Booked a remodeled condo for Memorial Day Weekend. It was a fabulous two bedroom, second story water front unit. The views and property were amazing. Unit was furnished with a newer four person golf cart which was a great way to get to town and back. Deduct one star for slippery tile installed in showers. ( They used "wall" tiles... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 via mobile

If you are expecting service this is not the place! First major complaint is the golf cart..it was a piece of junk!!! So loud we needed earplugs to ride in it. Called manager Valerie and she told me" it was in perfect working order" and would not do anything or find me a replacement...meanwhile I think I now have hearing... More

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Hamilton Cove Manager, Manager at Hamilton Cove, responded to this review
28 May 2012

We are very sorry that you felt your stay with us was unsatisfactory. Due to the fact that each unit is individually owned; the decor, golf cart, and views will all vary drastically. There is no fee for the use of the golf cart, but as we do have them as a complimentary amenity we do our best to make... More

Huntington Beach, California
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

My family and i stay at Hamilton Cove for a few nights a couple weeks ago for a birthday Celebration. When i called i originally called Catalina Island Vacation Rentals. I was immediatley turned off by the atittude that i was greeted with. Every questions i asked seemed as if i was bothering this young lady. i felt as if... More

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Dallas
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012
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people found this review helpful

We rented 13-44 for 5 days, what a beautiful place. Golf cart comes with rental. Woke every morning to ocean view and sunrise. 2 sided balcony. Very quiet, calm place to relax but also has a lot of amenities. This unit had every thing we needed. Shopped at Von's for groceries. Gated complex with guard. Used the hot tub, it's... More

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Southern California
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012
2
people found this review helpful

The Good: The golf cart was nice. The 3-4 minute drive was a nice little ride to Avalon. The ocean views were really beautiful from the unit and balcony. The pool and spa were great but had to hop on the golf cart to drive there. Kids enjoyed the playground area and the private beach was nice. There was a... More

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San Diego, California
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012
2
people found this review helpful

My family and I come to Catalina every Easter this year we stayed in rooms 238 and 417. Room 238 was nice enough but the dishwasher is rusted needs some repair. It was clean and near the top of the stairs which was nice. My main complaint here the terrible customer service we received by the "manager." As soon as... More

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Lakewood, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2011
6
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This year, turkey week will be 11 years, we yearn for this one week of complete quiet. When we come home we can hear the freeway(two miles away)...It is so quiet in Hamilton cove but it take a few days to slow down and listen...We are so happy for this week, we recommend this spot to anyone who works hard... More

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New York City, New York
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 September 2011
1
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booked a hamilton cove condo through catalina island vacation rentals and loved the location. While it's not walking distance to all the town sights it's still very close (4 minute ride in golf cart)....and the view makes up for it - AMAZING. So peaceful...and there seems to be plenty of great options for a condo. the rental company provides a... More

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San Diego, California
1 review
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 July 2011
10
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My boyfriend rented 3 condos in Hamilton Cove through Hamilton Cove Real Estate, the properties were beautiful and we have no complaints about them. But if you go through Hamilton Cove Real Estate please expect the following.... You will pay a $100 cleaning fee, to me this means they plan on cleaning the property. Upon check out you are instructed... More

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Address: 116 Clarissa Ave., PO Box 367, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA
Price range (per night):* S$193 - 1,288

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