37% off (Sale price $399.00, Reg. Price $635.00) :: Hotel at a Glance: Historic Hermosa Hotel Catalina CottagesLocated half a block from the beach on stunning Catalina Island, the historic Hermosa Hotel Catalina Cottages provides a casual, laid-back setting for exploring the areas natural beauty. Villa arches and narrow stairways lead to the hotel’s private cottages. Guests can take in views of the island’s beautiful scenery from the hotel’s second- or third-floor balconies or hunker down with books and coffee in the charming lobby area. Outdoor paradise: The hotel is near recreational opportunities ranging from kayaking and snorkeling tours to more than 200 miles of hiking and biking trails. You can set up eco-excursions such as zip line tours through the front desk. Hop on the boat: Round-trip boat transportation on Catalina Express via Long Beach, San Pedro or Dana Point is included. Celebrate in Avalon with local cocktail concierges. Take the Catalina Happy Hour Tour to enjoy specialty shots, play games, and nosh on appetizers.Catalina Island, California: Desert Foliage and Secluded Coves in the Pacific OceanThe rocky Catalina Island is only about 22 miles southwest of Los Angeles, but it’s a world away from the crowded metropolis. For starters, there are hardly any cars here; golf carts are the preferred way to get around. Much of the island’s interior is unpopulated, home to an array of desert foliage and wildlife. Visitors can hit the many secluded coves that dot the landscape for sunbathing or snorkeling in temperate waters among starfish, sea urchins, and bright-orange garibaldi.
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