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Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa
4 stars

Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92109, United States
+1 858 488 1081
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$198
Cheapest

rate per night

7.3
Good

based on 333 reviews

Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa
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About Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa features exotic amenities and over 300 rooms and suites to choose from. It's located in San Diego, and guests can enjoy exploring the vast range of dining, spa, and entertainment options available both inside and outside of the hotel.

Each room features Polynesian-Colonial style decor, as well as free WiFi and 24-hour room service. Guests can take advantage of the iHome docking station, laptop-sized safe, and the HD TV set with free DirectTV.

A variety of premium restaurants are located at the resort for seaside fare. Guests can dine at Oceana Coastal Kitchen or Moray's, which feature popular menu offerings of burgers, locally-crafted beers, and delectable seafood dishes. A Sunday champagne brunch is also available at the resort, as well as an in-room dining service. For additional restaurants outside of the resort, guests can check out Rum Social and Oasis Snack Shack.

Business travelers can make use of the 14 meeting rooms at Catamaran Resort Hotel. Guests may choose from banquet halls, conference rooms, beachfront meeting areas, and cruise-ship meeting rooms, which are located on the Victorian-style sternwheeler. Each meeting room includes a fresh buffet or innovative culinary menu.

Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is located a short distance away from the San Diego International Airport. It offers a variety of activities to keep guests entertained, with popular choices like ultimate pool day, bird shows, games at the arcade, and sunset luaus. Guests may also indulge in the Catamaran Spa and stay fit at the fitness center, which boasts views of Mission Bay.

Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa combines luxurious amenities with relaxing accommodations for a premium getaway experience in the heart of San Diego.

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Latest deals for Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

Sat 5/4
Sun 5/5
Standard room
1 king bed
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
Double room
2 double beds
bed type unknown
bed type unknown
Resort room
2 queen beds
bed type unknown
2 queen beds
Queen room
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
Deluxe room
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
King room
1 king bed
bed type unknown
1 king bed

*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

  • Private beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Pool and spa

  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage
  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle rental
  • Game room
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Water sport facilities (on site)

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Kitchen

  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchenette

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • No smoking

Outdoor

  • Beach towels
  • Balcony
  • Private beach
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe

General

  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

7.3
GoodBased on 333 verified guest reviews
7.1Families
7.9Friends
7.3Couples
7.0Solo

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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:The quiet room overlooking the garden. Large plastic trash bag. Good wifi. Close to Bay and Ocean.
Cons:One of our neighbors talked loudly on her phone about 3 am, with her voice carrying into the garden. We closed our patio door and it was okay.
M
7.7 Good
Pros:Location is a 10! Great for a young family. Beach without waves on the bay just out your door and the glorious Pacific Ocean just across the street literally a 2 minute walk. Our family had a wonderful time there. My daughter won't stop talking like a parrot after being fascinated with the birds. Great restaurant also.
Cons:Just needs an updating on the rooms, hall's bathrooms.
M
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:The staff is exceptional; kind, friendly, engaging and exceed our expectations every time! The grounds are kept pristine with the peacefulness you seek while getting away from the hustle and bustle. The ducks, parrots and koi fish make you feel like you're on a tropical island. The food, variety of things to do and the river boat are all unique touches that make us look forward to our next visit before we've even left! Not to mention best pool, Jacuzzi and spa we've ever found! If you haven't been there before, you simply MUST experience The Catamaran! Plus, centrally located to many San Diego hot spots!
A
7.7 Good
Pros:The catamaran is a beautiful tropical property on Mission Bay. There is lush tropical vegetation and a distinct feeling of Hawaii. The restaurant and Bar are close to the water and provide a beautiful and relaxing setting for business or pleasure. The rooms themselves are vintage, meaning that they could use updating.
Cons:Rooms needed updating. No noise insulation from outside, although the other guests were respectful and quiet on a Monday night.
K
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:They have the best beds and pillows! We liked the separate bedroom and living areas with refridge and coffee maker, which was easy to use and enabled me to make my morning oatmeal. Was nice to have a view of the Bay.
A
9.7 Wonderful
Pros:Great location. Friendly Staff, Nice rooms.
Cons:Paid Parking. Most spa functions are at additional costs.
A
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:We had a great time. Daughters wedding was fabulous, every detail was handled beautifully. We had many out of town guest that were as pleased as we were!
L
8.0 Very good
Pros:Great value for the money! Lots of local activities to do on the property, and wonderful accommodations throughout. It's a great place to try Stand Up Paddle Boarding for your first time! Rooms are spacious if you get the suite, and we really loved the grounds! It's a tropical paradise! Well maintained! The restaurants are pretty good, we would recommend the Sunday brunch at Oceana! Also, take advantage of the Bahia Belle cruise in the evening hours.
Cons:Unfortunately, when you make a late night request, the staff doesn't come up to your room and bring you whatever you need. Aka, we needed some late night towels and we were told to come down to the front desk (all the way from the tower rooms) and get them ourselves. This has never happened to me, especially at a "4-star" resort. In addition, I have been to many spas in my lifetime, and I felt that their spa treatment was very overpriced for the quality of massage received. Overall, we can't decide if we would come back because the positives were so great, and the negatives were so bad! We are 50/50.
A
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Beds are comfy, helpful and courteous staff, great location. All was great.
Cons:No complaints.
R
8.0 Very good
Pros:Location is great right at the mission bay beach front and the oceana restaurant sits facing the mission bay beach. Staff is friendly at hotel as well as the restaurant.
Cons:Stayed at the tower. While wifi connection was excellent and convenient, the rooms need update. In particular, the air conditioner (heater/cooler) spews out bad odor.

Location

3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92109

What's nearby

  • Mission Beach1.1 mi
  • Mission Bay Park2.1 mi
  • SeaWorld San Diego2.3 mi
  • Windansea Beach3.2 mi
  • Mount Soledad3.4 mi
  • Old Town San Diego State Historic Park4 mi
  • La Jolla Cove4.3 mi
  • La Jolla Shores4.7 mi
  • Sunset Cliffs Natural Park5 mi
  • Maritime Museum6.6 mi
  • USS Midway Museum6.9 mi
  • Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery7 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

Low season

January

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

$315

Average price (weekend night)

$340
Cheapest month to stay with an average 20% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 64% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

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Top tips for your stay at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $232, while the most expensive was $514.
  • How long should you stay at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

  • What can I expect from the rooms at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa?

    The rooms at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa feature Polynesian-Colonial style decor, free WiFi, 24-hour room service, iHome docking station, laptop-sized safe, and HD TV set with free DirectTV. Some guests have mentioned that the rooms are updated and wonderful, while others have noted that the decor is dated and the rooms are in need of a remodel.

  • How is the food quality at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa?

    Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa offers a variety of premium restaurants for seaside fare, including Oceana Coastal Kitchen and Moray's, which feature popular menu offerings of burgers, locally-crafted beers, and delectable seafood dishes. Some guests have described the food as very good and delicious, while others have mentioned that the restaurant was overpriced with mediocre food.

  • What are the amenities available at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa?

    Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa offers a range of amenities, including a spa and wellness center, massage, heated pool, outdoor pool, sauna, steam room, fitness center, private beach, and garden. Additionally, guests can enjoy activities like ultimate pool day, bird shows, games at the arcade, and sunset luaus. However, some guests have mentioned that the rooms are in need of a remodel and that the decor is dated.

  • Is parking available at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa?

    Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa provides parking and valet parking for guests. However, some guests have mentioned that they had trouble with the sliding door in their room and that the decor is dated.

  • What is the best time to visit Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa?

    The high season at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is in May, while the low season is in December. Guests can enjoy the beautiful property, location, and a variety of amenities, but some have noted that the rooms are in need of a remodel and that the decor is dated.

  • What amenities are provided for guests spending time on the beach at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa?

    The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is in a beach community. Consequently, during your vacation to this hotel you’ll likely spend lots of time by the ocean. To enhance your time at the beach, the hotel offers guests an array of accessories such as toys, towels and a beach umbrella to protect you from the sun. You can also request a lounger so that you can kick back and relax with your feet in the sand.

  • What is a spa day like at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa?

    The spa at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa offers a variety of treatments from massages to body treatments like nourishing wraps. Along with these services, there are several other amenities that you can enjoy on your spa day. When you’re scheduled for a treatment, you’ll have access to the spa’s private outdoor pool, a steam room and hot tub. Between spa services, you can munch on fresh fruit and drink hot tea.

  • Are there any activities we can do as a family at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa?

    Ride a rented bike along the bike trail or explore the town together while getting in a little exercise. Power boats, kayaks and paddleboards are also available for rent. On Sunday, Monday and Wednesday, gather on the beach to watch a family-friendly movie.

  • Is there a kid’s club at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa?

    Register the kids for the Keiki Club. This is a free activity offered to guests of the hotel. Under adult supervision, the kids will enjoy educational, physical and artistic group fun such as craft projects. The club is scheduled daily at 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm, and is located by the pool.

  • Does Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa offer any special vacation packages?

    Take advantage of packages that include tickets and room discounts for popular San Diego tourist attractions such as the San Diego Zoo and LEGOLAND California. If you’re looking to have a romantic vacation, why not book the resort’s Bed and Breakfast package? Along with your room, you’ll receive a complimentary breakfast for two in the hotel’s Oceana Coastal Kitchen.

  • What wedding services are offered at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa?

    Get married on the beach at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa. Exchange vows and have your reception outdoors. Or, you can move your reception indoors to the ballroom. Great for destination weddings, staff can take care of all of your wedding details from photography to catering.

  • Are there any wineries or breweries within walking distance of Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa?

    About a half-mile from the resort is the Baja Winery. Along with sampling wines, you can also take an educational tour and learn all about how wine is produced here. Also close by is the PB Ale House with its wide array of craft beers and stylish cocktails. From its downstairs dining room, you’ll have picturesque views of the beach and ocean.

  • Where is Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa located?

    Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is located at 3999 Mission Boulevard in Mission Bay, 7.6 miles from the center of San Diego. Mission Beach is the closest landmark to Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa.

  • Does Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa from the airport?

    Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is 5.2 miles from San Diego. Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is 23.4 miles from San Diego Carlsbad-Palomar.

  • Does Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa have a pool?

    Yes, Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa in San Diego and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa.

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Good to know

Value for money

6.6

Distance to city center

7.6 mi

Nearest Airport

San Diego

Distance to airport

5.1 mi