Catamaran Resort and Spa

4.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine, beach views
Lobby
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping

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3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92109
  • Place, Mission and Pacific Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Bay View, Tower

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Resort)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Resort)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(79 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Pacific View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Pacific View Studio)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Resort)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Garden View, Tower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds (Bay Front Doubles Suite First Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds (Bay Front, Second Floor)

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Bay Front King First Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Bay Front Queens First Floor)

  • 36 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Bay Front, Second Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Bay Front King Suite First Floor)

  • 42 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Bay Front, Second Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Bay Front, Second Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (ADA Garden, with Shower)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub (ADA Bay Front)

  • 28 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (ADA Garden)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub (ADA Garden)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View (ADA with Shower)

  • 37 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Catamaran Resort and Spa

Family fun on the beach, with outdoor pool, near Belmont Park
At Catamaran Resort and Spa, catch some rays at the beach, pamper yourself at the full-service spa or enjoy yoga.
Catamaran Resort and Spa offers 300 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Catamaran Spa has 10 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Catamaran Resort and Spa. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Mission Bay. Free WiFi in public areas, 2 bars and a full-service spa are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy American cuisine and a beachfront location while dining at Oceana Coastal Kitchen
  • Breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking and self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Indulge with body wraps, aromatherapy or massages at Catamaran Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, volleyball and kayaking
  • Guests have great things to say about the beach and the location
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Belmont Park and 12 minutes from Birch Aquarium
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with cabanas (surcharge) and umbrellas. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Catamaran Resort and Spa such as an outdoor pool and a health club.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star San Diego resort is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a local cuisine breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM.
Oceana Coastal Kitchen – This beachfront restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 50 for adults and USD 10 to 50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Oceana Coastal Kitchen

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (22 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • In a regional park
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 10 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (122 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave on request
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 125.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 75 lb per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 52.79 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Bicycle storage
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Partner property access
  • Partner property pool access
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 for adults and USD 10 to 50 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 45.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 50.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 125.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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 smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
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.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Catamaran
Catamaran Resort
Catamaran Resort San Diego
Catamaran San Diego
Resort Catamaran
Catamaran Hotel Mission Bay
Catamaran Resort & Spa San Diego
Catamaran Resort Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 621 out of 1094 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 1094 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1094 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1094 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1094 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location on Mission Bay. Enjoyed bike rentals and paddleboard rentals in front of the hotel. Tower rooms were very old, curtains were ripped, sliding doors very loud from other units. Adequate lodging, but felt old and musty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole, North Vancouvewr

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer M

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hawaiian theme was great. Lush and beautiful. The convenience to the beach. Parking was great. Friendly staff and guests.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Porch
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Badr

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely recommend and I will be back when visiting SD
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time! The resort is beautiful and very clean! Our room was perfect with a garden view overlooking the coy pond. The restaurant and staff were incredible, we will definitely be back soon! A big shot out to the manager Roman who went above and beyond for our family, extremely impressive!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Satisfied customers

Took the family for a vacation plus in was my sons birthday. He had a blast! As soon as we pulled up he was excited about everything, from the pool and arcade to the huge room and view. And he slept like a baby, as a matter of fact everyone did! lol Being in the industry as well I have to say that everyone of the staff members were A+. The valets that helped me with check in were top notch, and got tipped $20’s. Best time I’ve had in a while. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britany

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying here . First time in a ground floor room. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Beautiful Resort

This is a beautiful resort in a prime location. Just walking the beautiful grounds was relaxing. Service at the restaurant was slow but the food was excellent. The rooms are somewhat dated but spacious and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason Travis

Travelled with family
I like that we were able to walk to the beach. The boys enjoyed looking at the fish. The restaurant onsite was good but didn't like that you had to make a reservation in order to eat. We had to wait an hour before we were seated. Ther room was okay, but the bothroom was so small. The tub looked like it was dirty or needed fixing. When we went to check out my spouse had to call someone on the phone twice to get someone cause they were not at the front desk and its suppose to be 24 hours. I didn't like that we had to pay extra daily fee. Didn't know this until we checked out. Vending machine on grounds only took cash even though there was a credit card reader on the machine. The only cash it would take was change. Nothing on the grounds to purchase items later in the night from the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a fantastic stay at Catamaran Hotel The ocean views were stunning, and my room was spacious and clean. The staff was friendly and attentive, making us feel at home. The on-site restaurant served delicious meals . The pool area was relaxing and beautifully landscaped. Overall, a perfect getaway! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I love the Catamaran, it's my hotel of choice on mission bay. We are a water sports family- kayak, paddle board, sail, bike, surf...it's close to everything, very convenient to bay and ocean, but honestly, I have only visited in spring and fall. Summer time is great if you have small kids but for me it was just a little too busy and too noisy in our 1st floor oceanfront suite. For $3000/3 nights, 2 of the 3 days we were there, the water view was completely obstructed by setting up for their Thursday and Friday night luau. Hammering stakes, setting up a stage and unfolding chairs and tables and putting up "fencing".... STARTED at 715 am!!!, the view of the water and bay were obstructed by the tiki fence built around the Lua area. I tried to walk out on the cement pathway in front of our room # 516 to get to the restaurant and was told the path/sidewalk was only open to the folks going to the luau. I would have to go back to my room and walk out the rear door and access through the restaurant through the lobby......
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in staff was lively. The young man that checked us in was nice and informative. We were extremely happy and surprised by the amazing upgrade. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

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

Great location

Restaurants were convenient and delicious, but very expensive (including the Coffee bar). Internet was shotty, but overall the location was spectacular and the daily activities for the kids were a hit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025