Located only 22 miles from San Pedro, Catalina is the crown jewel of the Channel Islands. An island rich in history with a unique ecology, Santa Catalina Island is an
very popular attraction that is an easy trip from San Pedro. San Pedro's Catalina Air -Sea Terminal is the closest departure point to the Island. The terminal is served by Catalina Express Fleet and the Island Express Helicopter Service. San Pedro/Avalon trips are approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes by boat or 15 minutes by helicopter. The schedule for the Catalina Express boats can be found here. The Island Express Helicopter Service starts every day at 8:00 AM and helicopters depart every 45 minutes (on demand) until sunset. The Catalina offers island tours, a full range of recreational opportunities and unique shops, hotels and restaurants. The two main destinations on Catalina are Avalon and Two Harbors.
Directions to the Catalina Air-Sea Terminal
San Pedro's Catalina Sea & Air Terminal is located next to the Vincent Thomas Bridge at Berth 95. It is adjacent to the World Cruise Center. Take the 110 Harbor Freeway south to the CA 47 - Terminal Island exit. Merge right to the Harbor Blvd. Exit. Proceed straight through the Harbor Blvd. intersection and and follow signs to the Catalina Sea and Air Terminal.
Parking:
- Hours of operation: Open seven days a week, 24 hours a day.
- Free parking for the 1st hour.
- Parking is $1.00/hr for first 10 hours or $12.00/24hr.
- $12.00 Daily Maximum
- $12.00 for the first 24 hours and each additional day or a portion thereof.
- All parking rates are based on per space only. If you occupy more than one space, you will be charged all occupied spaces.
- Post Pay Parking Only
- Parking fees may be paid by Cash, Travelers Checks, and Major Credit Cards only.
- Further information can be obtained by telephoning Parking Concepts at 310-547-4357
Transportation to Catalina
Catalina Express
Berth 95
San Pedro, CA 90731
800-481-3470
310-519-1212
Island Express Helicopter
Berth 95
San Pedro, CA 90731
1125 Queens Highway South
Long Beach, CA 90802
800-228-2566
310-510-2525
Fax: 310-510-9671
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Catalina Hotels & Lodging
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Catalina Canyon Resort and Spa
888 Country Club Dr
Avalon, CA 90704
Nightly Rates (from 99.00)
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Discover California's Island Getaway. The
Catalina Canyon Resort and Spa
 is located 29 miles west Of Los Angeles (Boat departure From San Pedro or Long Beach). Catalina Island and the town of Avalon are a convenient escape To golf, deep-sea fishing, diving, shopping, ocean rafting, swimming, biking, and so much more. The
Catalina Canyon Resort and Spa
in The quiet foothills above Avalon Bay, offers a lush garden courtyard, private balconies and patios, in an architectural style that evokes thoughts of a Mediterranean resort.
Guests can enjoy a relaxing afternoon poolside, dinner and cocktails in the hotel's courtyard, a fantastic spa or body wrap in the full service spa. The hotel has s heated outdoor swimming pool and a hot tub. From San Pedro or Long Beach (at The Queen Mary) passenger boat service is available on a scheduled basis. The trip duration is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes to Avalon (Catalina Island). A cordial and attentive staff is available to assist you with any needs that you might require. The
Catalina Canyon Resort and Spa
is convenient to fine dining, shopping and entertainment venues.
All rooms are non-smoking.
Make your
Catalina Canyon Resort and Spa Reservation
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Hotel St. Lauren
231 Beacon Street
Avalon, CA 90704
Nightly Rates (219.00 - 284.00)
2 Star
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| Catalina Island's premiere, AAA approved, ocean-view hotel. Built in 1987, the property with an elevator is six stories and offers some rooms with balconies, ocean views and canyon views. Within walking distance of all Catalina Island has to offer. F |
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The Avalon Hotel
124 Whittley Avenue
Avalon, CA 90704
Nightly Rates (295.00 - 495.00)
2 Star
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| At Avalons newest boutique hotel we have designed an environment of understated elegance, where luxurious bedding, unique artwork and hand-crafted hardwoods and tile combine to create an enchanting experience. Whether you are relaxing in your room, t |
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Catalina Island Seacrest Inn
201 Claressa Ave.
Avalon, CA 90704
Nightly Rates (212.75 - 247.25)
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| The Catalina Island Seacrest Inn, on California's 'Isle of Romance', is waiting for you! And is located one short block from the best beach in Avalon, the Island's only city. Bowers of flowers and lace curtains adorn this Inn from the office to the |
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Links
Catalina.com
Bills itself as "Catalina Island's Official Website" (Caution Website is all Flash and requires Flash 6.0)
eCatalina.com
Bills itself as "the most comprehensive web site for Santa Catalina Island".
- Lots of useful information and history. Excellent web site!
VisitCatalina.org
Catalina Island Visitors Bureau and Chamber of Commerce Website - Lots of useful information
CatalinaConservancy.org
The Catalina Island Conservancy Website - Filled with Island ecology and natural history info.
Catalinas.net
Catalina Computers - Catalina Island's Internet Service Provider.
Catalina Live Cam
A live web cam view of Avalon Harbor.
Catalina Information Guide
The Catalina Passenger Service Company web site.
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