Descanso Beach Tours

A coastal scene with a rocky shoreline, palm trees, a beach with umbrellas, and boats on the water.
Kayaks on a sandy beach with the ocean and a ship in the background.
A beach with yellow kayaks, palm trees, and a rocky hill in the background.
Find somewhere to sit, kick back and enjoy the sound of the water hitting the shore at Descanso Beach. If you're craving some vitamin sea, this is the place to get your fill.

This stretch of coastline is located in Catalina Island. Once you've seen everything you can at Descanso Beach, consider visiting nearby Catalina Island Golf Course, Catalina Island Museum, and Catalina Casino.

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Tilt Hotel Universal-Hollywood, an AGA Collection Hotel

Tilt Hotel Universal-Hollywood, an AGA Collection Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Price was $652, price is now $281 per person
$281
per person
Oct 2 - Oct 4
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to Los Angeles (LAX)
8/10 Very Good! (290 reviews)
Good maid service

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
Price was $1,515, price is now $593 per person
$593
per person
Aug 18 - Aug 24
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Dallas (DAL) to San Diego (SAN)
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,321 reviews)
Very nice and comfortable hotel.

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Anaheim Resort
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $650, price is now $322 per person
$322
per person
Aug 20 - Aug 24
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to Los Angeles (LAX)
9/10 Wonderful! (2,959 reviews)
They have a 39.00 parking fee and destination fee for 25 which you get back in good credit but food menu is small but overall a nice stay.

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

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Tours & day trips

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Yellow Semi-Submarine Tour of Catalina Island From Avalon

Yellow Semi-Submarine Tour of Catalina Island From Avalon

Activity duration is 45 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 285 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $64 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Catalina Island: Dolphin and Sea Lion Boat Tour

Catalina Island: Dolphin and Sea Lion Boat Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $81 per adult
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Water activities

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Catalina Island: Dolphin and Sea Lion Boat Tour

Catalina Island: Dolphin and Sea Lion Boat Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $81 per adult
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Shows & concerts

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An Immersive Butterfly Experience on Catalina Island

An Immersive Butterfly Experience on Catalina Island

Activity duration is 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $30 per adult
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Best Lodging Options Near Descanso Beach

Catalina Canyon Inn

Catalina Canyon Inn

3 out of 5
888 Country Club Dr Avalon CA
Catalina Canyon Inn
Catalina Island Inn

Catalina Island Inn

2.5 out of 5
125 Metropole Avenue Avalon CA
Catalina Island Inn
Hotel St. Lauren

Hotel St. Lauren

2.5 out of 5
231 Beacon Street Avalon CA
Hotel St. Lauren
Seaport Village Inn Avalon

Seaport Village Inn Avalon

2.5 out of 5
119 Maiden Lane Avalon CA
Seaport Village Inn Avalon
Bellanca Hotel

Bellanca Hotel

3 out of 5
111 Crescent Ave Avalon CA
Bellanca Hotel
Hotel Atwater

Hotel Atwater

4 out of 5
125 Sumner Ave Avalon CA
Hotel Atwater
Studio 9 Hotel Catalina

Studio 9 Hotel Catalina

3 out of 5
129 Whittley Avenue Avalon CA
Studio 9 Hotel Catalina
Zane Grey Pueblo Hotel

Zane Grey Pueblo Hotel

3.5 out of 5
199 Chimes Tower Rd Avalon CA
Zane Grey Pueblo Hotel
La Paloma Las Flores

La Paloma Las Flores

2.5 out of 5
328 Sunny Lane Avalon CA
La Paloma Las Flores
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