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Banning House Lodge

3.0 star property

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A wooden bench with a metal railing, positioned in front of a building with a white exterior and a brick base.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a rug.
A room with a wooden ceiling, a large window with a view of palm trees and mountains, and several chairs and a small table.
A residential area with houses, palm trees, and a mountain in the background.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a view of a snowy landscape through large windows.

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 Banning House Road, Two Harbors, CA, 90704
  • Place, Wells Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Avalon, CA (AVX-Catalina)
    ‪116 min drive‬

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a wooden floor, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

Room (Carria)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of palm trees through the windows.

Room (Cliff)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a wooden nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, and a sofa.

Room (Crow)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small chair, and a window with sheer curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with lace curtains.

Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with three beds, wooden flooring, a ceiling fan, and framed pictures on the walls.

Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a fireplace, a window with lace curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Banning House Lodge

An arcade/game room, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free guesthouse. Other amenities include wedding services and a communal living room. Housekeeping is available on request.
Banning House Lodge offers 12 accommodations with ceiling fans. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Banning House Lodge, you'll be within walking distance of Wells Beach. Enjoy features like an arcade/game room and a library.
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and wedding services
  • 16.2 mi (26.1 km) from Catalina Island Golf Course and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Wells Beach
As a guest of Banning House Lodge, you'll find a library, a terrace, and an arcade/game room. Banning House Lodge also features tour/ticket assistance and a communal living room. The front desk is open around the clock.

This 3-star Two Harbors guesthouse is smoke free.

Property amenities

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Terrace

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
This property is not accessible from Avalon, CA.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Banning House Lodge Two Harbors
Banning House Two Harbors
Banning House
Banning House Hotel Two Harbors
Banning House Lodge Catalina Island/Two Harbors CA
Banning House Lodge Guesthouse
Banning House Lodge Two Harbors
Banning House Lodge Guesthouse Two Harbors

Banning House Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 85 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are welcoming and well informed on local attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cottage charm with lots of great common areas on the patio and fireside / game room. Personalized service and a healthy breakfast. Love this secret gem
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cozy, and friendly staff. Cycled from Avalon and stayed overnight. Views were amazing. Nice wine and cheese offered at 5:30pm and good breakfast before biking back. Only one restaurant opened this time of year and they drove us there for dinner which was great since we had no car. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Amenities
Great views. Friendly staff. Very good breakfast. Shout out to staffer Katie 👏
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone who works at The Banning House is friendly and willing to help. Katie was great!
Friendly little fox that came around during wine and cheese hour
View from Banning House
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the history associated with this property. It is charming, clean, and welcoming with great views of both harbors. It was a pleasure to be greeted by responsive and kind hearted staff. We will continue to visit here. A great quiet getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible views and a warm, comfortable feel.

This is your only option in Two Harbors to stay but that said it is a lovely place. A historical home with incredible views and outstanding common areas to enjoy by yourself or with other guests. Our stay was fantastic and I definately plan on visiting again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kosta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome views and common areas with fireplace balcony wine and cheese in evening. Great experience!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
If you like older historic accommodations that are rich in history, then you would enjoy this place. Big, tasty cookies waiting at check in and bottled water next to comfy beds, coffee and muffins were waiting in the dinning area for early birds before breakfast was served. Transportation available to get down the hill to a restaurant and beachside bar made things very convenient. I plan on staying again and sharing this experience with my friends and family.
Night time at the property
Evening view from the property
Beachside bar nearby. Great place to relax while enjoying a bowl of buffalo chili.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The only hotel in Two Harbors, perched on a bluff overlooking both bays. It is 115 years old and has a rustic feel. We liked the included wine and cheese as well as the breakfast. Staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a rustic 1920 hotel. It was great... The wild foxes and ravens...it was great. And the staff, the girls they were great to. Picking me up in the middle of nowhere and taking me back. The bus service is the best. And breakfast is good to, o and then the wine and cheese hour.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite and tranquil atmosphere. Sam is is the best !!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Queena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is excellent. Katie was so helpful and kind. Every staff member that I encountered were super friendly and sweet. Brin and Zoe, great example! Great place to be to enjoy a quiet and beautiful getaway. I would definitely return and just may do that with my family for the holidays!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is really the only solid place to stay in Two Harbors on Catalina. I really enjoyed the staff and Andrew was particularly helpful letting me check in early and assisting my sister who was coming in later in the day while I finished up my run. No Wifi... but who really cares... there is a cell tower right next to the town and you should enjoy the serenity anyways.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thank you, thank you, thank you.

I traveled solo to the lodge for a much needed time of rest and recharging. My time at the Banning House did not disappoint. It was incredibly relaxing, quiet and peaceful. I felt at home being able to lounge in any of the many comfy nooks and read. The wine and cheese experience was wonderful and the ability to grab a snack or a refreshment at any time was great. I had the most amazingly comfortable bed. I can honestly say that I had the best night of sleep in a very long time. The staff was very kind and helpful. I am very appreciative of my time spent there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Can't wait to visit again

We were surprised and delighted by our stay at Banning House Lodge. We had just been hiking the Trans Catalina Trail for 6 days and knew our stay would feel good and needed no matter what but we arrived nearly three hours ahead of our check in time, hoping to drop our packs before heading into town for a bite, and our rooms were already ready! And then we were informed that our reservation came with a bottle of wine. The wine was delivered along with, another lovely surprise, some cheese and crackers and grapes. The room was cozy and clean and the shower was nice and hot. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet, convenient and the staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding service!

The service was phenomenal! Carol & her team were all so kind and helpful. They really went above and beyond! The room was clean and comfortable and the views were beautiful! We will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property staff was friendly and helpful. The wine and cheese reception is so thoughtful and the breakfast was amazing. The rooms are clean and the view from the patio is breathtaking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and love the overall vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Great views all around the property. Very friendly staff. Building and nearby area needs some TLC.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay in historic hotel

This is an old property (built early 1900's) with lots of history, as such I believe you need to make allowances for that. The room was cozy and quiet. The bathroom was good, but not great with just a small stand up shower. The public spaces really were terrific, there are at least two outdoor terraces with seating to look over either harbor. There is enclosed spaces with seating and fireplaces. You could easily lounge around in the public spaces all day and be happy. Since it is a small hotel there was never too many people either. Service was terrific and really made the stay enjoyable. Breakfast was good for the trouble that COVID brings. We were very pleased with our stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is very helpful and attentive. Continental breakfast was a surprise with a large amount of food, especially the mixed fruit bowl. The welcome wine and cheese was a delightful treat. The setting is serene and beautiful with amazing scenic hiking trails close by. Great way to unplug.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This property is fine. Jaeden and her staff are great, and want to make your stay exceptional. Where this property loses points is the general upkeep and state of the property. It is a very old building that needs quality refurbishing. The location is amazing, and with some work, gardening, and maintenance this could be an exceptional get away property. There is no television or wifi. I think they used to serve breakfast before Covid, and now it is continental style delivered in a bag. We ate on a lovely, outdoor patio overlooking Two Harbors. Right now it is a bit overpriced, in my opinion. But everything is expensive in Catalina right now.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021