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Banning House Lodge


Banning House Lodge
1 Banning House Road, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA 90704
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4 of 5 stars
trvlgal1966 14 contributions
St. Thomas
Oct 13, 2008 | Trip type: Business, Couples

We stayed at the Banning House for two nights. It was great! We had a free wine and muchies meet and greet in the lodge everyday. A free continental breakfast every morning. Every room has a private bath. Our room had a patio with a great view, and a huge walk in closet. It was chilly while we were there,... more

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4 of 5 stars
Baird_Travelers 4 contributions
San Diego, CA
May 7, 2007 | Trip type: Couples
2/2 found this review helpful

My husband and I just enjoyed a wonderful weekend at the Banning House Lodge. We were looking for a peaceful weekend getaway and that is what we got! The lodge itself is very charming and although built in 1910, it has been appropriately updated so you do not get the feeling that you are staying in someone's old house! Be... more

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5 of 5 stars
goodvibe 1 contribution
Whittier, CA
Feb 17, 2007

My wife and I stayed the Banning House in May 1994, exactly one year after our first child was born. The best get-a-away new parents could have ever asked for. (We left our son on the mainland with family). We are now going back to relive that special moment again; sans the kids. This time we're going to bring home... more

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4 of 5 stars
LRJoye 8 contributions
Palo Alto, CA
Aug 11, 2006
5/5 found this review helpful

We loved the Banning House Lodge. Too bad they don't serve more than breakfast because you don't want to leave the incredible views. You have to eat at the one restaurant in town (good) or buy picnic food from the store (poor selection). Good continental breakfast, but wished they had hot items. They sell wine & beer onsite. The Lodge... more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
South Pasadena
Jan 23, 2006
5/5 found this review helpful

Our family of five spent a lovely off-season weekend at the Banning House, which we picked specifically for the no TV/phone/pool ambiance. With temperatures in the mid-sixties we were comfortable kayaking in swimsuits, though snorkeling required wetsuit rental--for a very reasonable $15 per person. Only two other rooms were occupied so we felt like it was our very own large,... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Pacific Grove, California
Nov 11, 2005
5/5 found this review helpful

Banning House Lodge was really a wonderful, quiet and romantic place to stay for our honeymoon. Kate, the assistant manager, took great care of us and even packed up a romantic little picnic lunch with chocolate-dipped strawberries! The main house and our guest room was immaculate and lovely (antiques and an air of quiet relaxation with no phones, no TV... more

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4 of 5 stars
LorSanClemente 10 contributions
San Clemente, CA
Apr 19, 2005
6/7 found this review helpful

We spent a few nights at the Banning House for our 10th anniversary. My parents return each year and had recommended we go. We stayed in room #3, opening out to the courtyard. We had a lovely view of Cat Harbor and the weather was stunning. We had a portable fireplace that kept us toasty warm at night. The day... more

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5 of 5 stars
bbrown9506 24 contributions
LA, CA
Jun 11, 2004
20/21 found this review helpful

WE just got back from a quick weekend stay at the Banning House & Two Harbors! Our first time to the secluded side of the island and after doing so I have to say I would never stay in Avalon again after staying in Two Harbors and the Banning House. Two Harbors is a beautiful setting where the 2 harbors... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Encinitas, CA
May 6, 2004
10/11 found this review helpful

The Banning House Lodge at Two Harbors on Santa Catalina Island is the most peaceful bed and breakfast I have ever stayed in. Perched on a hill that over looks both Catalina Harbor and Isthmus Cove, the Banning House has the perfect setting. The rooms were open, pleasant, and the bed was really comfortable. All rooms have a view...and windows... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Encinitas, CA
May 4, 2004
5/5 found this review helpful

If you're looking for an excuse to relax and get away from it all, but don't want to "rough it" and camp, the Banning House Lodge is the place to go. All rooms have sweeping views of at least one of Two Harbors' harbors. Rooms are simple, yet comfortable, and are decorated in the craftsman style. This is the place... more

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1 Banning House Road, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA 90704
Avalon B&Bs / Inns Banning House Lodge
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