Our Hotel Planner Expert Reviews of Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa
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"Amazing Resort and Staff."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The Catamaran Resort is a beautiful Polynesian Themed Resort. It is centrally located between Mission Bay, Mission Beach and Pacific Beach. This resort has a wonderful tropical feel to it with lush palm trees, six beautiful parrots, a stunning koi pond with lots of ducks, a private bay area, a pool/spa, unlimited play arcade games, gym facing the bay, waterfront yoga at 8 am every day, two restaurants, a café and they even have luaus at their resort. This resort is for all ages since it has something for everyone. The rooms are comfy and clean. They have rooms with bay views, garden views, bay front rooms and garden front rooms. The top floor tower room with the bay view is stunning and is perfect for people that love a great view of the bay and beach at the same time. The staff here is amazing and professional. I highly recommend staying at this resort.
Tawny G from
19-Jul-2023 Verified Review
Verified Reviews of Catamaran Resort & Spa
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Great Location."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Like staying here convenient to everything.
Larry S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
28-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jun 23 to Thu Jun 27 2024 at a $378.99 average nightly rate.
"Beautiful Place to Stay!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Loved our room! Beautiful view of the bay. Sunday brunch was delicious. Gardens well kept beautiful! Loved visiting the parrots and keeper was very friendly and informative. Will not hesitate to come back.
Stacey F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
26-Apr-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Apr 17 to Sat Apr 27 2024 at a $332.39 average nightly rate.
Customer Reviews of Catamaran Resort & Spa
- 4.0 of 5Overall
- 4.0 of 5Amenities
- 4.0 of 5Cleanliness
- 3.9 of 5Comfort
- 3.8 of 5Condition
- 4.4 of 5Service
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Property Description
With a stay at Catamaran Resort and Spa in San Diego (Mission Beach), you'll be a 3-minute drive from Belmont Park and 12 minutes from Birch Aquarium. This beach resort is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from La Jolla Cove and 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from Cabrillo National Monument.
Enjoy American cuisine at Oceana Coastal Kitchen, a beachfront restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.
Make yourself at home in one of the 300 guestrooms featuring iPod docking stations and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Mission and Pacific Beaches - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Pacific Beach - 0.2 km / 0.2 mi
Mission Beach - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Mission Bay - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Mission Beach Boardwalk - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Crystal Pier - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Pacific Beach Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Belmont Park - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Tourmaline Surfing Park - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Bahia Point Beach - 2.8 km / 1.8 mi
Bird Rock - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Windansea Beach - 5.1 km / 3.2 mi
Mission Bay Park - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Pechanga Arena - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
La Jolla Tide Pools - 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
The nearest airports are:
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 15.2 km / 9.4 mi
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 20.9 km / 13 mi
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 38 km / 23.6 mi
Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar) - 46.7 km / 29 mi
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 55.6 km / 34.6 mi
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in San Diego? This resort has 22 square feet (2 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a health club, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Green Sustainability
GREEN INITIATIVESCONSERVE | RECYCLE | REUSEGREEN LODGINGEarned highest ranking Environmentalist Level status from theCalifornia Green Lodging Program, which recognizes effortsby the California hospitality industry to minimize waste,conserve energy, and protect natural resources.SUSTAINABILITY2014 Director’s Recycling Award winner from theCity of San Diego Environmental Services DepartmentRecycling program for glass, paper, cardboard, plastic,metal, newspaper, batteries, & fluorescent bulbsWater Conservation Program for guestroom sheets & towelsLow-flow showerheads in guestroomsOrganic fertilizers & pesticides for indoor plantsUtilize a vendor that turns our used kitchen oils into biodieselDrip irrigation for 20% of landscapingPartial solar heating for swimming poolEco-friendly solvents for dry cleaningCorporate-wide program of 20% off monthly transit passesWASTE MANAGEMENT PARTNERSHIPWorking together to recycle & conserve water, electricity,oil, gasoline, trees, & landfill airspace
Amenities / Features
Airport & Shuttle Information
For rides to and from the airport, we recommend Unique Transportation SD.
Local Shuttle Info: For rides to and from local attractions, we recommend Unique Transportation. There are also several taxi companies available.We are also a pick-up/ drop location for Old Town Trolley Tours which is a hop on hop off bus tour that travels throughout the city.
Breakfast Information
Oceana Coastal KitchenWaterfront San Diego DiningOceana Coastal Kitchen features chef-driven, California cuisine as well as a modern, ocean-inspired design. The new restaurant offers a memorable bay-front dining experience at an iconic Pacific Beach hideaway.Our Executive Chef's playful interpretation of classic dishes highlights the purity and flavors of California local produce and a commitment to sustainable ingredients. A cold bar with sushi options, small bites and main dishes include the freshest seafood available from the coast of Baja and the Pacific.Sunday Champagne BrunchSunday Champagne Brunch at Oceana Coastal Kitchen will perfectly blend our ocean-inspired décor, a panoramic view of the bay, indoor or alfresco seating, and a carefully selected brunch menu into a Sunday must for San Diego locals and visitors. Price: $58 for adults and $26 for Children 5yrs-11yrs. (children under 5 years eat free)We also have a grab and go restaurant: Lava Java, serving drinks & snacks
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34
Service animals are allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Only dogs are allowed
Pets allowed
The Catamaran is happy to welcome one housebroken dog per guestroom, with a maximum weight of 50 pounds. To make sure we have a pet-friendly room reserved, please let us know at the time of booking, and to cover cleanup, a non-refundable service fee will be charged to the room. All guests traveling with a dog will be asked to sign an acknowledgement of our Pet Policies, Rules, and Regulations when they check in. Unfortunately, we cannot accept aggressive or potentially aggressive breeds of dogs, including Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, Cane Corsos, and any cross breed or related breed.
Parking Info
Parking is $38/ night for Self Park at $44/ night for Valet.
Internet / WiFI
Complimentary Unlimited High-Speed Wired/Wireless Internet Access in Guestrooms and Complimentary Wireless Access in Lobby Foyer including at the “Beach”
Misc Fees / Policies
- Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 for adults, and USD 10 to 50 for children
- Self parking fee: USD 38.00 per day (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: USD 125.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Resort fee: USD 49.50 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
- A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.
Cleaning Policies
We have increased the frequency with which our public areas, guest rooms, high-contact surfaces and objects, and facilities are deep-cleaned and disinfected, using hospital-grade disinfectants. For example, payment portals and styluses are disinfected after each use, and employee break areas and restrooms are disinfected hourly during the day. We also offer hand sanitizer throughout the property for guest and employee use. Copies of our social distancing and sanitation protocol are posted at the entrance to the lobby and outlets that serve food to go. Additionally, all employees are required to wear face masks and workstations are separated by at least six feet. Our staff members also have a strict prevention program in place that includes not reporting to work when demonstrating any cold or flu-like symptoms, and call-offs related to illness are reported to our Human Resources team for monitoring.
Essential workers only - NO
