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Hamilton Cove

116 Clarissa Ave., PO Box 367, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA
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Arizona
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

We just returned from our second visit to Catalina Island and Hamilton Cove. This trip we stayed for five nights in unit number 2-42, a one bedroom, one bath condo with no in unit laundry facility. Overall we had a pleasant stay, the condo was clean and the furnishings were in (mostly) good repair. The kitchen appliances are very dated,... More

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San Antonio, Texas
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

we travelled to catalina island this past october, 2012. we made it a point to go there each year and stay at the hamilton cove villa. this past october we decided to try 2-34. this last trip was would be our last trip out there. we had a terrible experience with our unit. when we arrived that evening and were... More

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Bridgman, Michigan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Hamilton Cove 2-49 is a nice place, no stairs provides easy access to the condo. The balcony is private, but small - no lounge chairs. Two bed, two bath, with TV's in each room. The condo is on the smaller size, but not tiny. For anyone who has a hard time walking should be cautioned about the couple of steps... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

This review is super late, but, I'm getting things ready for our stay this year and could not go on without reviewing our stay last year. First off, as always and likely as long as we are going to the island, and I don't foresee us stopping anytime soon (God willing), we rented from Catalina Island Vacation Rentals. And why... More

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Orange County, CA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

We shared a 3 bedroom 3 bathroom condo with 2 other couples. The view was amazing and the accommodations were excellent! My only regret was all of the stairs. There are no elevators and it was approximately 70 stair steps to our condo. Just keep that in mind. Some condos have entrances straight from the road, but the vast majority... More

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chicago
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

We stayed here for three nights and really enjoyed it. The condo (though dated in the kitchen) was bright, sunny and clean. It suited our needs overlooking the water and a great view of the cove. Saw dolphins from our patio and enjoyed the fireplace and star gazing at night. We did make use of the pool and hottub which... More

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San Francisco
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2012

We had a one bedroom condo with a dirty kitchenette. The outdoor deck was covered in bird droppings, and the floor was crusty with dirt. The bed had hair in it and the bathrooms were gross. The condo came with a golf cart for our stay, which was fun. But the rest of the condo was awful, the worst hotel/condo... More

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CIVR, Manager at Hamilton Cove, responded to this review
16 January 2013

Dear Guest, Thanks for taking the time to submitt a review for your recent stay. We apologize for the issues you had with the cleanliness of you Villa. This certainly is not the standard for our properties. Please come back and see is and if at any point you have an issues with your Villa please call asap and we... More

Saugus, California
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2012

From the outside, the Hamilton Cove Villas are stunning and really beautiful. You can't get a better ocean view. Our family of 3 rented room 2-33, not sure what the previous "reviewer" was looking at, but it was awful, awful, awful! We walked in to a room with trash on the coffee table, the couch was disgusting and dirty, the... More

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CIVR, Manager at Hamilton Cove, responded to this review
17 January 2013

Dear Guest, Thanks for your response. I am sorry to hear about the issues you had with your villa. This is not to the level of cleaniness that we strive to provide. If for any reason you have a issue with the cleaniness of you Villa call us asap and we will do our best to quickly address. I have... More

Chicago, Illinois
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 November 2012

I can't wait to come back and stay at Hamilton Cove again. Our villa 2-33 was absolutely fantastic. My experience with CIVR (rental agency) from beginning to end was very pleasant and easy. We found and booked the place online, Chay emailed us the documents that needed to be signed and sent back, and when we showed up, we picked... More

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Carlsbad, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 October 2012

Checked in to our room and found it filthy. Yellow stains on the couch ETC. Luckily a friendly man Denny upgraded us (free of charge) to the finest suite. FANTASTIC place! Individual rooms, free wifi, TV's, movie collection, free golf cart. We will def be back!

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Additional Information about Hamilton Cove

Also Known As:
Hamilton Cove Avalon
Hamilton Cove Hotel Avalon
Hamilton Cove Catalina Island/Avalon, CA
Address: 116 Clarissa Ave., PO Box 367, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA
Region: United States > California > Catalina Island > Avalon
Amenities:
Beach Fitness Centre Children Activities Kitchenette Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Price range (per night): RM456 - 3,037
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Although only 26 miles across the sea from Los Angeles, Santa Catalina Island seems to be a world away from everyday metropolitan life. Some of the finest accommodations on this island getaway can be found in the secluded villas at Hamilton Cove, located in a private cove next to the main town of Avalon.Hamilton Cove Real Estate rents over 40 villas at Hamilton Cove for a weekend, a week, and sometimes longer. We also offer many villas for sale, and we handle property in the town of Avalon as well.This Web site showcases most of the property that Hamilton Cove Real Estate rents or sells. You can browse through pictures of the various villas and decide which ones are right for you before stepping foot on the Island. ... more   less 

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