$169 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 23, 2013 Check-out: May 24, 2013

Catamaran Resort & Spa

4 stars
3999 Mission Blvd., San Diego, CA 92109
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.1
out of 5
416 reviews
Excellent stay

Upgraded to a room with view.Staff are friendly and welcoming See full review

  • GuyfromArizona
  • Mar 27, 2013
Tropical paradise

I felt like I was on a tropical island getaway, the beds were awesome like sleeping on a cloud. And... See full review

  • Cherri Cox
  • Feb 19, 2013
Waterfront hotel feature spectacular views and lush garden

There's no shortage of things to keep you busy at the Catamaran Resort & Spa. The property gardens house more than 1,000 plants and dozens of exotic birds. Treatment options abound at the Catamaran Spa. The Atoll, the on-site restaurant, serves seafood and a highly-regarded Sunday brunch. Finally, take an evening cruise on the Bahia Belle, the property's historic Mississippi-style sternwheeler (limited schedule).

Highlights
    • Relax and watch the action on Mission Bay
    • One on-site restaurant
    • Lush garden complete with exotic birds
    • Take an evening cruise on the property's Mississippi-style sternwheeler (limited schedule)
    Rooms

    The Catamaran Resort & Spa offers 313 rooms, including 16 suites, spread over five separate two-story buildings. Each room comes standard with a flat-screen TV, iHome docking station and laptop safe. All rooms also feature balconies or patios with views of Mission Bay and the La Jolla coastline. Guests receive complimentary Wi-Fi and high-speed Internet access.

    Features

    The Catamaran Resort & Spa is all about the sea. The property boasts a dock and marina and operates a historic, Mississippi-style sternwheeler for seasonal cruises. There's a heated pool in the garden courtyard. Rooms with views of Mission Bay available.

    Guests also find other, more land-oriented diversions onsite. The property boasts a state-of-the-art fitness center with free weights and cardio equipment. What's more, guests have access to an on-site video arcade and lush garden, which comprises more than 1,000 different species of plants. The hotel also offers laundry service (fees apply).

    The Atoll, the on-site restaurant, offers traditional meals in a swank environment. At Moray's Lounge, the atmosphere is more casual with TVs airing sporting events.

    Transportation
      • MTS Bus (1 block)
      • San Diego Trolley (5 mi/8 km)
      • San Diego International Airport (8 mi/13 km)
      Attractions
        • Mission Bay Park (4 blocks)
        • Sea World (1.5 mi/2 km)
        • Old Town (5 mi/8 km)
        • Point Loma (6 mi/10 km)
        • San Diego Zoo (10 mi/17 km)
        • Petco Park (12 mi/20 km)
        Business
        • 20,000 square feet of meeting space
        • Indoor and outdoor meeting space
        • 24-hour business center
        Policies and fees
        • Valet and self parking are available (fees apply)

        This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

        Catamaran Resort & Spa Rooms

        Studio
        With over 400 square feet of comfortable living space, the studios are furnished with two double beds, breakfast table and chairs. The kitchen is equipped with an electric stove; oven, full size refrigerator, sink and wash area, cooking utensils and place settings for four people. All studios have balconies or patios with lounge chairs and tables. Amenities include bathrobes, irons and ironing board, hair dryer and a coffee maker. All rooms are non-smoking.
        Bayview Room
        Tastefully appointed in a tropical decor with over 400 sq feet and each room opens up to it's own balcony or patio. The Bayview room features one king or two double beds on a "request only basis". All rooms have bathrobes, hair dryer, coffee maker iron and ironing board. We offer room service 24 hours a day. All rooms are non-smoking.
        Deluxe Room - 1 king bed
        Our Deluxe King room is tastefully appointed in a tropical decor with over 400 sq feet and opens up to it's own balcony or patio. The Deluxe King room features one king bed. All rooms have bathrobes, hair dryer, coffee maker iron and ironing board. We offer room service 24 hours a day. All rooms are non-smoking.
        Deluxe Garden Room
        Tastefully appointed in a tropical decor with over 400 sq feet and each opens up to it's own balcony or patio. The Deluxe Garden room features one king or two double beds on a "request only basis". All rooms have bathrobes, refrigerators, hair dryer, coffee maker iron and ironing board. We offer room service 24 hours a day. All rooms are non-smoking.
        Bay View Suite
        Our Bayview King Suites offer king bed in the bedroom and a separate living room with a sleeper sofa as well as a private balcony. Each suite has bathrobes, a ironing board with iron, hairdryer, tea/coffee maker, television, telephone and clock radio. We offer room service 24 hours a day. All rooms are non-smoking.

        Amenities

        • Wireless internet
        • Outdoor pool
        • No smoking rooms/facilities
        General
        No smoking rooms/facilities
        Concierge
        Elevators
        Activities
        Outdoor pool
        Fitness center or spa
        Health club
        Spa services
        Game room
        Dining
        Restaurant
        24 hour room service
        Room service
        Services
        Business center
        Tour desk
        Conference facilities
        Gift shop
        Internet
        Wireless internet
        Parking
        Parking

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        Hotel Map

        32.7901 -117.2534
        Area served
        San Diego, CA
        Nearby airports
        (SAN)San Diego International Airport
        Area description
        On Mission Bay in Pacific Beach with many shops and restaurants.

        Nearby points of interest

        • Pacific Beach: 0.9 mi
        • Belmont Park: 1.4 mi
        • Mission Bay Park: 2.2 mi
        • Sea World: 2.3 mi
        • Hospitality Point: 2.9 mi
        • Junipero Serra Museum: 4.1 mi
        • Bazaar Del Mundo: 4.1 mi
        • Old Town San Diego: 4.1 mi
        • Sunset Cliffs: 4.2 mi
        • Whaley House Museum: 4.3 mi
        • Heritage Park: 4.4 mi
        • Port of San Diego: 5.4 mi
        • Family Fun Center: 5.8 mi
        • Qualcomm Stadium: 6.7 mi
        • San Diego Museum of Art: 6.8 mi
        • Pacific Beach: 0.9 mi
        • Belmont Park: 1.4 mi
        • Mission Bay Park: 2.2 mi
        • Sea World: 2.3 mi
        • Hospitality Point: 2.9 mi
        • Junipero Serra Museum: 4.1 mi
        • Bazaar Del Mundo: 4.1 mi
        • Old Town San Diego: 4.1 mi
        • Sunset Cliffs: 4.2 mi
        • Whaley House Museum: 4.3 mi
        • Heritage Park: 4.4 mi
        • Port of San Diego: 5.4 mi
        • Family Fun Center: 5.8 mi
        • Qualcomm Stadium: 6.7 mi
        • San Diego Museum of Art: 6.8 mi
        • Firehouse Museum: 6.9 mi
        • San Diego Zoo: 7.1 mi
        • San Diego Museum of Man: 7.2 mi
        • San Diego Automotive Museum: 7.2 mi
        • Timken Museum of Art: 7.2 mi
        • San Diego Aerospace Museum: 7.3 mi
        • Botanical Building: 7.3 mi
        • Casa De Balboa: 7.3 mi
        • Spanish Village Art Center: 7.3 mi
        • San Diego Natural History Museum: 7.4 mi
        • Fleet Space Theater and Science Center: 7.5 mi
        • Childrens Museum of San Diego: 7.5 mi
        • Sorrento Valley: 7.8 mi
        • Gaslamp Quarter: 7.9 mi
        • PETCO Park: 8 mi
        • Chula Vista Nature Center: 13.7 mi
        • Legoland: 23.7 mi
        • California Center For The Arts Museum: 24.6 mi

        Dining

        Atoll Restaurant
        Open 7 days a week The Atoll restaurant, with its award-winning menu, offers spectacular views. Located directly on the sandy beach of Mission Bay, guest may enjoy quiet dining or relaxed outdoor-patio beachfront seating. Meals Served: 6:30am-11:15am Breakfast 11:30am-2:15pm Lunch 5:30pm-9: 45pm Dinner (Fri & Sat 10:45pm) Specials: Sunday Brunch, voted 'Best Brunch In San Diego' by San Diego Magazine, offers an outstanding presentation that will satisfy the most discriminating of our guests. Weekly from 10 am - 2 pm. Reservations are suggested Price Range: Varies Reservations Required? No Attire: Casual Attire
        Catamaran Spa
        Experience the Catamaran Resort Spa - A World Class Health & Wellness Facility. Featuring: private treatment rooms, ritual room, steam and dry saunas, outdoor whirlpool, Vichy shower, full service salon, and fitness facility. Please call the Spa at (858) 539-8821 for more information.
        Resort Water Sports Rentals
        Located on our white sand beach at the edge of Mission Bay. Our Water Sports Rental Department offers: sailboats, power boats, ocean kayaks, wind surfers, paddleboats.

        Meeting facilities

        Meeting Info
        With fresh ocean breezes and exotic ambience, the Catamaran Resort is an invigorating and creative setting for any group. All fourteen of our Function Rooms are complemented by scenic views, balconies, patios and most of all - our unforgettable bayfront. Inventive, fresh culinary style, and stunning presentations await you. With accommodations from 30 to 450 guests and over 20,000 square feet of contiguous function space, the choices are easy and endless. Our friendly and helpful staff, modern amenities and on-site Business Center ensure every detail is taken care of. Whether it's for business or special occasions, large or small, fancy or more down to earth, the Catamaran Resort is unsurpassed for style, flexibility and comfort.

        Hotel Policies

        Check-in:
        1600
        Check-out:
        1200

        Terms and conditions

        Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

        The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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        Guest Reviews (416)

        Ratings and reviews for Catamaran Resort & Spa

        Overall score

        4.1 / 5
        416 out of 416
        Amenities:
        4.1
        Room cleanliness:
        4.2
        Hotel staff:
        4.3
        Room comfort:
        4.1
        Location:
        4.6
        Value:
        4

        87% would recommend to a friend.

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        Reviewer score

        5
        mikeb5491
        Wyoming
        Oct 21, 2012

        great location, awesome staff

        @ blocks to the beach, close to eateries, surf shops, and nightlife. Close to laJolla. The staff are the best. Supposed to be free arcade but that didn't really happen as someone else aparently owns the machines.

        Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
        Amenities:
        4
        Room cleanliness:
        5
        Hotel staff:
        5
        Room comfort:
        5
        Location:
        5
        Value:
        5
        Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

        Surf shops where you can rent a board and wetsuit for 20% for 4 hours close by

        Review of Catamaran Resort & Spa

        Reviewer score

        3
        Ambie Rae
        Minnesota, USA
        Nov 7, 2011

        A little more to be desired

        The location of the hotel was great. A block away from the ocean, as well as restaurants and the 8 bus line. The staff was helpful and had great suggestions for meals and activities. However, the room was less than desirable. The hotel seemed to be divided by class and social status. Our room did not have a poolside view as advertised, or any view at all. Nor were the beds spacious and comfortable as claimed by the website. The bathroom was the standard holiday inn hotel bathroom, not the resort, sunny, bright or airy as stated. The description of the room described something that it was not. The hotel was not terrible, just expensive for what was offered.

        Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
        Amenities:
        2
        Room cleanliness:
        4
        Hotel staff:
        4
        Room comfort:
        2
        Location:
        5
        Value:
        2
        Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

        Take public transportation. The attractions in San Diego are very spaced apart and easily accessible by the metro transit system. Be sure to buy the day pass which is an easy $5.00 for all day use. Cabs become very costly quickly in this city. Be patient and take the bus. The buses offer a quick hop and a step to Hillcrest the GLBT district of San Diego.

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        Reviewer score

        4
        Grandee
        Old Orchard Beach,Maine
        Sep 29, 2011

        Visit family

        Very nice and comfortable. Close to beach,dining and public transportation.

        Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
        Amenities:
        4
        Room cleanliness:
        5
        Hotel staff:
        5
        Room comfort:
        5
        Location:
        5
        Value:
        3
        Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

        Lots of places to eat right in Pacific Beach

        Review of Catamaran Resort & Spa

        Reviewer score

        4
        Jdh3
        North Carolina, USA
        Aug 23, 2011

        Great Location

        Cost for parking service was an unexpected expense. Be prepare to pay $13.00 per day or about $17 per day for valet, since they do not own the parking area. Otherwise, everything else was great.

        Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
        Amenities:
        4
        Room cleanliness:
        4
        Hotel staff:
        4
        Room comfort:
        4
        Location:
        5
        Value:
        4
        Review of Catamaran Resort & Spa

        Reviewer score

        3
        Anonymous
        Everett, Wa.
        Aug 9, 2011

        Too short

        Sun, Sun, Sun. Coming from Seattle, our goal was, of course, Sun, and beaches. The Catamaran supplies both. You have the Bay in front of you, and (1) block away, you have the Pacific ocean. Our dining experience, was with local restaurants. They are with-in walking distance, and have views of our great Pacific. Reccommend those on the boardwalk. You will know them, because they are packed with people like your-selves.

        Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
        Amenities:
        4
        Room cleanliness:
        3
        Hotel staff:
        5
        Room comfort:
        3
        Location:
        5
        Value:
        4
        Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

        Sea World, of course. Thought the price was high, then after 8 hours, decided, one heck of a deal.We also went to Safari Park, in Escandido, but it was hot, hot, hot!!!! After 3 hours, it was back to the beach.

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        Reviewer score

        4
        Anonymous
        Long Island, NY
        Aug 9, 2011

        A REALLY Beautiful Place.

        The resort is excellent. If you're looking to just relax, you would not need to leave the grounds. If you want to be close to San Diego's attractions (SeaWorld, Zoo, Seaport Village, Old Town, Balboa Park, Little Italy), they are all within 15 minutes drive or easily gotten to via Public Transportation. Loads of Restaurants within walking distance.

        Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
        Amenities:
        5
        Room cleanliness:
        5
        Hotel staff:
        5
        Room comfort:
        5
        Location:
        5
        Value:
        4
        Review of Catamaran Resort & Spa

        Reviewer score

        5
        Anonymous
        Pampa, TX
        Aug 6, 2011

        "Classy for an affordable price!"

        Wonderful resort. We stayed for 5 nights during Fourth of July. Access to beach adjoining hotel was so easy. Nightly beach activities. Security on site. Nice size pool, clean area. Towels available poolside were large! Landscaping at hotel was beautiful. Easy walking distance to tons of wonderful eating places and tons of shopping. Catered to our every need. We ended up with a studio in the tower. Being able to go on the balcony each morning and enjoy the ocean view was so great. The cruise ship was a nice relaxing evening activity. Would stay again and again.

        Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
        Amenities:
        4
        Room cleanliness:
        5
        Hotel staff:
        5
        Room comfort:
        4
        Location:
        4
        Value:
        5
        Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

        Tony Romas half a block away, I-hop has a great all day menu and only a few blocks away. We walked our butts off, but saw so much and did have a terrific time. Charlies bar and grill have excellent food and just right down from I-hop.

        Review of Catamaran Resort & Spa

        Reviewer score

        4
        The Busy Bridesmaid
        Seattle, WA
        Aug 2, 2011

        Amazing

        I stayed at the Catamaran because my friend was getting married there. This hotel was amazing! I was running around so much with wedding obligations though that I didn't get to experience the pool, restaurant, or beach. I will certainly be back to take it all in though! My only complaint is that the elevators in the tower smelt funny. I think it's because there is carpet on the floor and so many people are standing on it dripping wet. The tower elevators were slow too. But that's to be expected with 13 floors.

        Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
        Amenities:
        5
        Room cleanliness:
        5
        Hotel staff:
        5
        Room comfort:
        5
        Location:
        5
        Value:
        3
        Review of Catamaran Resort & Spa

        Reviewer score

        4
        Anonymous
        laurel mt
        Aug 2, 2011

        Nice getaway.

        Nice hotel, close to beach and walking distance to alot of great restaurants.

        Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
        Amenities:
        5
        Room cleanliness:
        5
        Hotel staff:
        4
        Room comfort:
        5
        Location:
        5
        Value:
        5
        Review of Catamaran Resort & Spa

        Reviewer score

        4
        Anonymous
        Denver, CO
        Jul 30, 2011

        Nice Hotel

        The hotel was very nice, it is close to the beach and the bay. There is a lot of good restaurants within walking distance to the hotel and the staff are very nice. The pool was also very nice. The hotel rooms should be updated for the price, but overall it was a good experience. The room cleaning staff could do a better job too, there was hair all over the bathroom upon arrival.

        Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
        Amenities:
        4
        Room cleanliness:
        2
        Hotel staff:
        3
        Room comfort:
        4
        Location:
        5
        Value:
        3
        Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

        There are several good restaurants with in walking distance to the hotel. Nick's at the beach is great for sea food and if you are looking for a burger and a beer go to Miller's Field about 4 blocks away.

        Review of Catamaran Resort & Spa

        Reviewer score

        5
        Anonymous
        Albuquerque
        Jul 27, 2011

        Catamaran Resort and Spa

        Beautiful grounds, excellent food. Eating area looks right onto the bay. The only change I would make is having the pool open from 7-9 AM for adult lap swimmers.

        Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
        Amenities:
        5
        Room cleanliness:
        5
        Hotel staff:
        5
        Room comfort:
        5
        Location:
        5
        Value:
        5
        Money-saving tip: Not Applicable

        Make sure you print the Super Shuttle vouchers if you prepaid on a travel website.

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