Casa Mariquita Hotel

I loved how I wasn’t bothered too much. Loved that the staff didn’t bother us at all. We went during the off season so it was a little less busy than I expected it. Jennet at the front desk was amazing. Extended out check out and made sure the cleaners knew about that as well and not to bother us. They have a luggage room as well which definitely took the stress off my back of where to put my bags while I explored more and waited on my ferry to arrive. It was on the low maintenance side in terms of staff bothering us, which I found to be peaceful. Beach is literally a 3-5 minute walk. You’re right in the middle of town. Vons is a 3-5 minute walk as well. If you’re looking for a great place to sleep and grab a coffee from the lobby, this place is for you. The balcony views were amazing as well. Felt very European

I think the fact we went off season may be the reason why it was so relaxed. But the first night we didn’t get new towels, we had a few guys so they we went thru them very quick haha. But the moment I asked Jenner for some towels she got me some right away.

The front desk called us when the room was ready early and they stored our luggage until then.

The room smelled very musty. There was no DO NOT DISTURB tag/door knob sign for our door. The mini fridge freezer door was broken off. There were NO plugs/receptacles near the night tables for charging devices. There was no ice in the entire hotel nor at the front desk and no coffee or tea at the front desk. The front desk closed for the day at 2pm so we could not store our luggage. The freezer in the lobby did not have ice cream. We had to leave the hotel to get tea or coffee.

It was a great stay they have 4 floors. On floors 3 & 4 they have patios which have great views. Also anyone can access the patios regardless of which floor you stay on. Staff was very friendly and the plants throughout the hotel are so pretty! The hotel is near all amenities and near the ocean which means everything is walking distance. One more thing the restroom is SUPER CLEAN 10/10.

Somethings to keep in mind when booking is that there are no elevators and the hotel is slightly uphill definitely still doable but just a heads up. Also they no longer offer in room service so anything you need you can request. This is due to guest blaming service cleaning for missing items.

Clean and quiet room, very close to town and they let us check in before the usual check in time and store our bags after checking out. We didn't eat the free breakfast but the concierge did let us know that they provided a few items including oatmeal and pancakes and that it was available until 11am.

I was unable to find a working phone number to reach the property before arriving to ask a few minor questions. Also the mini fridge in the room was a bit loud, and the mattress could have been softer.

The property is lovely with Spanish architecture and plants everywhere giving it a cool and breezy atmosphere. It is only a short walk from anywhere in Avalon. The front office staff is always helpful and accommodating and they will store your bags if your ferry schedule doesn't align with check-in and check-out times. The rooms are decently spacious with comfy beds and hot water in the shower with the waterfall shower head.

The continental breakfast was either a granola bar or instant oatmeal. I few more options would have been nice.

I will say… the price was super affordable! I was initially going to stay elsewhere but I gave this spot a chance & I’m so glad I did. The staff were so nice! We had heavy luggages and our check in was at 3pm but the owner told us we could leave our stuff with them earlier than that. (9am)!!! 😅 We were stoked! The room was ready for us and super clean. We got an amazing view of the entire city on the 3rd floor! Not only that… they also allowed us to leave our luggages with them until the last day of our trip even tho we had already checked out! 🙏🏻 5 stars well deserved!

Location was excellent. Close to everything (walking distance) you need, restaurants, shopping, Vons etc. The complimentary breakfast was small but enough to fill you up and our granddaughters loved being able to make their own pancakes. The price was excellent. Our room was a bit cramped but it was good for the one night we stayed. The employee at the desk who checked us in and out was very nice. Would definitely stay again. Well worth the price.

Clean and overall good value. Area is close enough to all amenities and but far enough from the busiest parts of Avalon. Comfy beds. Very helpful staff.

We were warned from other reviews that there is no elevator. We were placed in the room in 3rd floor so it was really hard to navigate the bikes we brought with us. And the stairs are very narrow and steep. Still, I would stay here again.

They were very kind and the room was very clean. They were helpful with beach towels and it was just a very calm facility. I highly recommend this place we stayed for 3 days and it was amazing. We were even able to check in 5 hours early which was a big plus.

To many stairs but it wasn’t so bad. We wish there was a elevator but the views you get from the stairs were beautiful.

My boyfriend and I stayed here in June to celebrate our anniversary, and we loved it! It was beautiful, off the main strip but still within walking distance of everything, and the hotel has a cute patio with an ocean view to enjoy! Most of all, the staff is incredible. They went above and beyond to recover a sentimental item that I had left behind in the room. They went into the room to personally search for my item after housekeeping wasn't able to find it (it got stuck under a side table), texted me pictures to confirm, and mailed it to my home address. I was so relieved and thankful, and my partner and I can't wait to stay here again!!