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Catamaran Resort and Spa

4.0 star property

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A couple walking through a wooden door into a building with a tropical garden view.
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Beach bar
Front of property
A spacious lobby with a waterfall feature, wooden decor, and comfortable seating areas.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free Wi-Fi

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3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92109
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Water View Suite 1 King

A hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, a bed, and a view of the ocean.

Water View Suite 1 King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Water View Studio 2 Queens

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a small table, and a view of the city and water through a sliding door.

Water View Studio 2 Queens

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Resort Studio 2 Queens

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of a garden.

Resort Studio 2 Queens

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Resort Room 2 Queens

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(99 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Resort Room 1 King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(44 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a balcony, a dining area with chairs and a table, a sofa, and a bed.

Resort Suite 1 King

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Water View Room 1 King

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a small table, and a view of the city and water through a sliding door.

Water View Room 1 King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Beachfront Suite w/ Patio 2 Doubles

A room with a large glass door leading to a grassy deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a clear sky.

Beachfront Suite w/ Patio 2 Doubles

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Beachfront Suite w/ Balcony 2 Doubles

A hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, and a table with chairs. There is a balcony with a view of the water and boats.

Beachfront Suite w/ Balcony 2 Doubles

  • Bay view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Beachfront Room w/ Patio 1 King

A room with a large glass door leading to a grassy deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a clear sky.

Beachfront Room w/ Patio 1 King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Beachfront Room w/ Patio 2 Queens

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of the beach, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

Beachfront Room w/ Patio 2 Queens

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Beachfront Room w/ Balcony 1 King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Beachfront Suite w/ Patio 1 King

A room with a large glass door leading to a grassy deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a clear sky.

Beachfront Suite w/ Patio 1 King

  • Bay view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Beachfront Room w/ Balcony 2 Queens

View from room

Beachfront Room w/ Balcony 2 Queens

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Beachfront Suite w/ Balcony 1 King

A hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, and a table with chairs. There is a balcony with a view of the water and boats.

Beachfront Suite w/ Balcony 1 King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Resort Room 2 Queens Accessible Shower

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Beachfront Room w/ Patio 2 Queens Accessible Tub | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Beachfront Room w/ Patio 2 Queens Accessible Tub

  • Beach view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Resort Room 1 King Accessible Tub | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Resort Room 1 King Accessible Tub

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Resort Room 2 Queens Accessible Tub

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Water View Studio 2 Queens Accessible Shower

Water View Studio 2 Queens Accessible Shower | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Water View Studio 2 Queens Accessible Shower

  • Bay view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Catamaran Resort and Spa

At Catamaran Resort and Spa, catch some rays at the beach, pamper yourself at the full-service spa or enjoy yoga.
Catamaran Resort and Spa offers 300 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Catamaran Spa has 10 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Catamaran Resort and Spa. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Mission Bay. Free WiFi in public areas, 2 bars and a full-service spa are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy American cuisine and a beachfront location while dining at Oceana Coastal Kitchen
  • Breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking and self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Indulge with aromatherapy, facials or body wraps at Catamaran Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, volleyball and rowing/canoeing
  • Guests have great things to say about the beach and the helpful staff
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Belmont Park and 11 minutes from Balboa Park
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Hit the beach and work on your tan in the sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with cabanas (surcharge) and umbrellas. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Catamaran Resort and Spa such as an outdoor pool and a health club.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star San Diego resort is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a local cuisine breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM.
Oceana Coastal Kitchen – This beachfront restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 47 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 50 for adults and USD 10 to 50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Oceana Coastal Kitchen

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (22 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • In a regional park
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 10 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (122 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave on request
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 125.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 75 lb per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 52.79 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 for adults and USD 10 to 50 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 47.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 50.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 125.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Catamaran
Catamaran Resort
Catamaran Resort San Diego
Catamaran San Diego
Resort Catamaran
Catamaran Hotel Mission Bay
Catamaran Resort & Spa San Diego
Catamaran Resort Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 783 out of 1316 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1316 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1316 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1316 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1316 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and amazing property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it - the spa and the location was the best
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, we had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. Was so closer to beach, beautiful grounds. So much fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was nice and the beach being right there was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with lovely staff. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and cordial… we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent stay. The staff were nice. The rooms clean. The time there was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff- great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds were beautiful and it had a nice tropical vibe that I really enjoyed! The pool and spa were very nice.
Reaper on water side
Free hula show
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The amenities at the hotel were quite nice: pool, hot tub, free arcade for the kids, and three on-site dining options. It is a beautiful property and well situated between the bay and the ocean.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel for families right near the bay and the beach. Walkable to restaurants, shopping and beach. Pool is great. And warm hot tub. Really pretty, tropical grounds.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location to get around to the sites we wanted to see. Good food, good happy hour.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The private beach area was great as worthy life animals such as parrots. The pool and hot tub were pretty awesome and I enjoyed the tropical Hawaiian vibe too
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wenhai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place with lots of botanical features!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Lyda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort is beautiful, staff were friendly and b helpful. Our room right on the beach was perfection.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacobo Juarez

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing I had a great stay thank you so much!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Best Location, good amenities and clean. Restaurant is great, but the hotel rooms are dated, needs some Reno’s!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities were great. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Resort was beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was extremely helpful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend the ocean view in tower pent house. Amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025