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Reviews of Hotel Mac Rae

409 Crescent Avenue, PO Box 246, Avalon, 90704, United States of America

#41 of 41 hotels in Avalon

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 194 hotel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    7.4

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: May 24, 2024

    7.0
    Rooms very pricey for what we got. Good location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Rooms were very small. Had to lug suitcases up steep stairs. No assistance available.

    Danish and juice for breakfast set out on a small table. Facility was clean. Located in the heart of town near everything.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 23, 2024

    8.0
    Very happy with our hotel, totally exceeded our expectations
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed could have been a little comfier, maybe an iron & board in the room.

    Hôtel and facilities were spotless, staff & cleaning staff were friendly & helpful. Nice little breakfast with fresh coffee, pastries & Orange juice, plus there were tea & coffee facilities in the room. Loved our room with a view, and it was pretty quiet too…great location. We would definitely go back!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2024

    7.0
    Would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms were small

    It was right by the main strip and right in front of the beach

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: January 5, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast

    Location, beautiful historical hotel

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 2, 2024

    8.0
    Nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lication

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: November 8, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Right on the main drag , transportation is expensive in Avalon. You can walk to Descanso Beach and Lovers Cove 1/2 mile each way. Restaurants right there. Bars are super taxed and drinking out is expensive. Most restaurants bars don't list drink prices and tax tourists hard. Byob in Avalon go to Vons deli to eat cheap for lunch. Great place seemingly good rates for the area great location for walking. Botanical gardens a bit of a rip maybe just walk through like you own it.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 25, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The stairs were very hard to maneuver with luggage. And also some of the staff was not knowledgeable about the property. 

    Location was great, and the room itself was very nice and comfortable. 

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 6, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very quiet at night even on a Saturday because you are in an enclosed courtyard. You can hear other guests in the morning if they are socializing in the courtyard. Great location for walking around town.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 25, 2023

    7.0
    My stay at the MacRae was pleasantly close to the action and comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Standard Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It could use a slight facelift. Remove the carpet in the bedrooms. Improve the lighting. Better ventilation.

    Loved the location. The staff was friendly. It was very comfortable.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 9, 2023

    8.0
    Asked for blankets and an extra pillow and was told by front that “they’ll see what they can do” I was like I’ll never s
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing it was nice

    Close to everything!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2023

    9.0
    1st class facility, 1st class staff, 100% satisfaction!!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing.

    Staff is amazing. Location is second to none. Room was clean, comfortable and quiet. This is an amazing hotel with everything at your fingertips and walking distance. Continental breakfast needs to be upgraded a tad bit, but that is not a show stopper. We will be staying here again. 1st class facility, 1st class staff, 100% satisfaction!!!!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location, comfortable, and clean room.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2023

    8.0
    Nice clean local place. Friendly people
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No pool or hot tub

    Simple, basic

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 29, 2023

    7.0
    It was perfect for an overnight trip. I wouldn’t stay there for an extended time though. We had a great time in Avalon a
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bedding and especially the pillows were not comfortable. The pillows were hard, must be very old. The bathrooms are very small. The windows must be original because you can hear everything that’s going outside in the courtyard almost like there’s no barrier. 

    The property is really cute 1920s. It’s so charming and a great location. The location is at 10. You can literally walk out onto the boardwalk downtown. You’re centrally located in Avalon bay.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: November 14, 2022

    8.0
    Hotel Mac Rae
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Heater in our room didn't work. It was chilly

    Great location. Close to all of you activities

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: November 2, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful! Would stay there again, no doubt.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No elevator. There’s approximately 15 stairs to get to the lobby area and it’s very hard to get up and down when you’re traveling with heavy luggage. Depending which floor you stay there might be another set of stairs to get to your room as well. If you travel light it shouldn’t be an issue.

    Location, location, location! Just a few meters from the beach and right in the middle of restaurants and shopping areas. Although it’s on the main street which can get loud, once you enter the hotel it is very quiet and peaceful. The room was a bit small but I traveled alone so it was perfect for me. Such a wonderful hotel!

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: July 26, 2022

    8.0
    great stay, helpful staff, perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I just wish the check in time and check out time was a little later because you have to store your luggage it an outside storage area and i just wish it was a little more secure.

    The staff were really nice and super helpful! the room was spacious and the location is amazing.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2022

    8.0
    Great place, close to all adventures, would come back again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Elevator access for those who can't or have a difficulty time with stairs. But with an older building it might not be feasible at this point.

    More variety would have been nice. Same offerings of 2 Danish and 3 muffins. Bagels and cream cheese and fresh fruit would be great. Hot chocolate along with coffee and tea selections would be great for kids.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: May 20, 2022

    9.0
    Clean and Quiet place right in the middle of town.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Small shower

    Had the coffee. Too strong for me. Didn’t eat anything at breakfast there.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: May 20, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The only complaint I have is more with Booking.com and not the hotel. Stairs, lots of stairs and for me very difficult to manage. Please state whether a property has elevator or stairs.

    The fluffy towels, cleanliness, location , quiet and the staff was very friendly and ready to help you if needed. Also, the hotel itself was nice.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: May 19, 2022

    8.0
    A lovely hotel with great beach access and some noisy neighbors.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The bed had an aging spring mattress that felt like it was due for replacement (although my partner thought it was fine). On Friday and Saturday nights, there is a karaoke bar next to the hotel that creates a lot of noise. The singing isn't too disruptive, but the folks hanging out outside the bar make a lot of noise until midnight-ish.

    The chocolate muffins at breakfast were top notch, while other muffins and pastries were average. The staff were excellent, accommodating guest needs and wants to the best of their ability. The location on the beach is unbeatable.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2022

    8.0
    good stay and great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    basic accommodations for high price

    location is great!

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2022

    7.0
    Convenient location but rooms are small and outdated for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    For the price you pay the rooms are extremely outdated and small

    great location, luggage storage and free beach towel usage

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bathroom small, little dirty. Had to use two t.v remote to use t.v

    Location

    Stayed in May 2022

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