Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa

San Diego, California

Virgin rating

Catamaran Studio
Garden Queen
Oceana Coastal Kitchen
Oceana Coastal Kitchen
Moray's Restaurant
Catamaran Suite
Catamaran Studio
Garden Queen
Oceana Coastal Kitchen
Oceana Coastal Kitchen
Moray's Restaurant
Catamaran Suite

The hotel

This Polynesian-themed tropical hideaway sits directly on the sparkling shores of Mission Bay and offers casual elegance with palm trees, lush vegetation, koi ponds and waterfalls. Here, you can enjoy a variety of acitivities including hiking, water sports and yoga, and there is also an on-site Spa (the only beachfront spa in the area!)

Amenities

  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • No Smoking
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Located directly on Mission Bay.

Hotel information

310 rooms, studios and suites. All with air-conditioning, balcony or patio, TV, complimentary WiFi, iHome docking station, safe, Keurig® coffee maker, small fridge, hairdryer, and iron and board. Standard Rooms with either 1 king-size or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Studio Rooms are located in the tower and offer views of Mission Bay and downtown San Diego or Pacific Beach. They also feature a dining area, and private balcony, with 2 queen-size beds and a sofabed, sleeiping maximum 6 adults.

Suites offer direct access to Mission Bay's beach and boardwalk. They also feature a separate living area with pull-out sofa, dining room and balcony or patio, with either 1 king-size or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 6 adults.

Oceana Coastal Kitchen (open for breakfast, lunch and dinner), Moray's (open for lunch and dinner). Sunday Champgane brunch also available at Oceana Coastal Kitchen. Swimming pool and whirlpool. Spa*. Fitness centre. Seasonal Yoga*. Action Sport Rentals* (paddleboards, sailboats, kayaks, surfboards, bicycles, segways). Games arcade. Room service*. Self-parking $26, valet parking $30, plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change).

This hotel has a resort fee of $39 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change)

Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

*Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating RandyProvided excellent customer service

Dec 24, 2024 danielmL4885HL Salinas, California

My wife injured her ankle the day before we arrived. We had a late check in and the given was on the second floor and far from the parking garage. The next morning we went to the front desk and spoke to Randy. He was very helpful, arranged a wheelchair for us and a room on the first floor closer to parking. His attention to detail and excellent… Read more
My wife injured her ankle the day before we arrived. We had a late check in and the given was on the second floor and far from the parking garage. The next morning we went to the front desk and spoke to Randy. He was very helpful, arranged a wheelchair for us and a room on the first floor closer to parking. His attention to detail and excellent customer service made all the difference in Our stay. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fabulous hotel - Helpful staff

Dec 18, 2024 Lisa M Los Altos Hills, California

My kids and I stayed in the resort in August and loved it! The grounds are beautiful and the rooms are an amazing value. I had such a great experience that I booked another stay for February 2025 with my knitting group. Renee in reservations was extremely helpful. She helped me book rooms for myself and my friends and she was amazing!!
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Dec 17, 2024 rebeccasC3249AN Denver, Colorado

I called the hotel today to book a reservation and spoke to Diante. He was so kind, efficient and easy to work with. He upgraded my room and was so hospitable. He has already made a great impression for The Catamaran! First impressions are huge and he nailed it!! Thank you Diante!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A Great Experience

Dec 16, 2024 John R

The person that I made the reservation with, Diante, was very helpful. He gave us an exceptional room with a great view of Mission Bay, Downtown San Diego and the mountains of Baja California. The room was adequate but the view made up for it. All of the staff was very friendly and extremely helpful. The grounds are just beautiful to wander around… Read more
The person that I made the reservation with, Diante, was very helpful. He gave us an exceptional room with a great view of Mission Bay, Downtown San Diego and the mountains of Baja California. The room was adequate but the view made up for it. All of the staff was very friendly and extremely helpful. The grounds are just beautiful to wander around looking at the amazing varieties of plants and trees. Read less
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Dec 12, 2024 Theresa D Rancho Palos Verdes

We have stayed at the Catamaran Hotel 4 times in the last year. Not only because it's perfect, but it's also because of the employees. Renee and Liz in reservations are absolutely outstanding. My husband jokes that he wishes we could hire them for our business. If you are considering a trip to San Diego, you won't be disappointed staying here.