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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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing Hospitality and Service

Apr 24, 2024 Michael B

I stay at the Catamaran frequently, and the team and staff there are truly terrific and help make this hotel feel like a home away from home for me. From the restaurant and bar staff to the parking and bellman staff, everyone is very friendly and hospitable. But the team at the front desk is beyond exceptional…led by Joanne, the team is always… Read more
I stay at the Catamaran frequently, and the team and staff there are truly terrific and help make this hotel feel like a home away from home for me. From the restaurant and bar staff to the parking and bellman staff, everyone is very friendly and hospitable. But the team at the front desk is beyond exceptional…led by Joanne, the team is always so welcoming and warm, and so helpful and accommodating, I would feel very comfortable saying you’re always in good hands checking in and throughout your stay working with Joanne and the team at the front desk of this outstanding hotel!!! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Outstanding customer service!!!!!

Apr 23, 2024 BridalParty1

Outstanding customer service by Diante!! It's so nice to speak to a representative who is cheerful, energetic and polite!!! Everyone should experience customer service like Diante gave me!!. Kudos to Diante! Yvonne
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Booking agent very helpful and professional

Apr 23, 2024 Marie M

Was booking for a staff member who will be attending a conference in June at the Catamaran Resort. Online booking shows it was sold out. Was already frantic thinking we lost out on a good deal. Thankfully, Renee was able to find us a room at the conference rate to boot! Couldn't have asked for a better agent to speak to. She was very… Read more
Was booking for a staff member who will be attending a conference in June at the Catamaran Resort. Online booking shows it was sold out. Was already frantic thinking we lost out on a good deal. Thankfully, Renee was able to find us a room at the conference rate to boot! Couldn't have asked for a better agent to speak to. She was very professional and really nice. We look forward to the stay and amenities the hotel has to offer after this pleasant interaction with the agent. And basing on all the other reviews that have been posted so far, I firmly believe they will deliver! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Senior Reservations Agent, Diante Ashby, saved the day for this “senior”

Apr 22, 2024 Michael S

Made a reservation on line which unfortunately was incorrect by one day. Called Catamaran and Diante Ashby was able to modify our reservation with arrival one day earlier and departure 1 day earlier. He also was able to provide us with the same room. The direct on line system could not modify our reservation, but a phone call to Diante, who… Read more
Made a reservation on line which unfortunately was incorrect by one day. Called Catamaran and Diante Ashby was able to modify our reservation with arrival one day earlier and departure 1 day earlier. He also was able to provide us with the same room. The direct on line system could not modify our reservation, but a phone call to Diante, who made the modification. The 858 488-1081 call answered by Diante “saved the day”. Diante’s conversation to us, revealed that he really cares about customer service. Read less
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Apr 21, 2024 Tomsprucegoose Cave Creek, Arizona

The Catamaran Resort is like a slice of paradise in Pacific Beach. The resort is fantastic and the staff is great. I would like to especially recognize Renee Stauffer and Celina Hernandez in reservations. I am always amazed by how knowledgeable and friendly everyone at the Catamaran is, but Renee reached new heights. Professional and friendly, she… Read more
The Catamaran Resort is like a slice of paradise in Pacific Beach. The resort is fantastic and the staff is great. I would like to especially recognize Renee Stauffer and Celina Hernandez in reservations. I am always amazed by how knowledgeable and friendly everyone at the Catamaran is, but Renee reached new heights. Professional and friendly, she makes your day more pleasant just talking with her. We were choosing between two rooms and she worked very hard to accommodate our choice. She involved her supervisor Celine, and together they made our wishes come true. Renee is a credit to the Catamaran and assures that people will return to the resort again and again. Thank you Renee and Celine, you’re the best! Tom Shannon Read less