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 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
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Renee is a fabulous reservation agent!!

Apr 13, 2024 Barb542014 Prescott, Arizona

I had to write a fabulous review of a particular reservation agent at the Catamaran Resort. Last year, and now this year, Renee Stauffer was the person who helped with all the reservations for a very special family anniversary trip to the Catamaran. She was so patient and kind, answering all my questions and taking the time necessary to provide… Read more
I had to write a fabulous review of a particular reservation agent at the Catamaran Resort. Last year, and now this year, Renee Stauffer was the person who helped with all the reservations for a very special family anniversary trip to the Catamaran. She was so patient and kind, answering all my questions and taking the time necessary to provide me with all the information I needed. It was obvious to me she was a person who cares and that comes across, even over the phone. The Catamaran is very fortunate to have a person of Renee's caliber in their reservation department! Barbara Waldock Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent spa service

Apr 8, 2024 Ron R San Diego, California

I visited the spa on Saturday as I was having some neck and shoulder pain. Christina worked on me for 80 minutes and did a fantastic job. Christina knew what specific areas to focus on, which she did. She was one of the best Masseuses I’ve had! I would highly recommend Christina!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great service and advice with Diante at the Catamaran Resort san Diego !

Apr 8, 2024 Travel564329

I called the 877 number and a very friendly man named Diante helped me. With his help I got the best view and a larger suite than I thought I could. I was able to use AARP and he helped a bit more. I called him 5 times today so another virtue is his patience