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Luxury : Catalina Express

Luxury

A couple at Descanso Beach Club on lounge chairs.

Take wellness to the next level with a getaway on Catalina Island to relax and appreciate the surrounding beauty. Catalina Island is a place to be able to recharge with its many luxurious amenities!

A waitress serving drinks in the Commodore Lounge.
A treatment room at the Island Spa Catalina
A couple on the Toast to Catalina tour.

Day 1

Morning

Upgrade your seating to Commodore Lounge on the Catalina Express boat to start off your trip. Commodore Lounge seating includes priority boarding and a complimentary beverage with a snack.

After you’ve checked into your hotel upon arrival, head on down to the Island Spa Catalina for rejuvenating treatments designed to restore the mind and body. The tranquility of the spa will have you feeling serene all throughout your stay on Catalina Island.

Afternoon

Further your relaxation by lounging out beachside at Descanso Beach Club. Rent a private cabana or a chaise lounge chair where signature appetizers and classic Catalina cocktails will be delivered right to you. Enjoy the sound of waves crashing with a cool ocean breeze.

Evening

To end your lavish day, take a private tour known as the “Toast to Catalina” with Catalina Taxi and Tours. Hop in a Jeep and journey through Catalina Island to one of the most jaw dropping overlooks. Make a toast to the stunning ocean views with a glass of wine or champagne and a charcuterie board which is included on your excursion.

Strawberry waffles from the Pancake Cottage
The front entrance of the Catalina Museum for Art & History.

Day 2

Morning

For your last day on Catalina Island, indulge in a hearty breakfast at the Pancake Cottage to start. Fuel up with a selection of homestyle breakfast meals and a mimosa to toast.

Dive deep into the past of Catalina culture at the Catalina Museum for Art & History. Learn about the history of Catalina Island through a collection of artifacts and its many legendary connections.

Before heading home, stroll through Crescent Avenue for some high-end shopping. Search for a unique souvenir to resemble your lavish getaway to Catalina Island. 

Stay 

Are you looking to stay in the heart of Metropole Market Place? Then book an overnight stay at Hotel Metropole’s Beach House with a breathtaking ocean view. Indulge in sea inspired elements at the Aurora Hotel, a metropolitan boutique hotel. This bed and breakfast has an inviting, modern island aesthetic and is just a walk away from the beach.

Travel Tips

Interested in exploring Avalon on your own rather than taking a guided tour? Rent a golf cart from Catalina Island Golf Cart. Once you get behind the wheel, you can see the town and capture every moment at your own pace. Experiencing the scenic views overlooking the city will have you planning your next trip back.

Two woman walking up the stairs at the Island Spa Catalina

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Island Spa Catalina 

163 Crescent Ave. 

310.510.7300

VisitCatalinaIsland.com 

A couple at Descanso Beach Club on lounge chairs.

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Descanso Beach Club 

1 St. Catherine Way 

310.510.7410

VisitCatalinaIsland.com

A couple on the Toast to Catalina tour.

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Catalina Taxi and Tours 

228 Metropole Ave. 

310.510.0342

CatalinaTaxiandTours.com

The sign of the Pancake Cottage

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Pancake Cottage 

615 Crescent Ave. 

310.510.0726

ThePancakeCottageCatalina.com

An exhibit at the Catalina Museum for Art & History.

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Catalina Museum for Art & History

217 Metropole Ave.

310.510.2414

CatalinaMuseum.org 

 

A bedroom at Hotel Metropole's Beach House

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Hotel Metropole's Beach House 

205 Crescent Ave.

310.510.1884

Hotel-Metropole.com

A room at the Aurora Hotel

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Aurora Hotel 

137 Marilla Ave. 

310.510.0454

AuroraCatalina.com 

A map of the luxury itinerary

For a printable PDF of the Luxury itinerary, please click here

Daily Boat Trips To Catalina Island

Discover paradise on Catalina Island with daily ferry trips to and from the island. More than one million travelers choose Catalina Island as their getaway each year and Catalina Express' large fleet of boats make the trip in about an hour, operating every day, year round from three mainland ports - Long Beach, San Pedro and Dana Point.

Escape To Catalina Island

Leave the hustle and bustle of the "mainland" behind. Catalina Island is the perfect place to take a break from the demands of daily life. With so many activities to choose from, your visit to Catalina Island can be adventure-packed or filled with rest and relaxation. With its year round Mediterranean climate, it's the ideal place to enjoy ocean air and sunshine.