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Catamaran Resort and Spa

4.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine, beach views
Front of property
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Lobby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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Map
3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92109
  • Mission Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Belmont Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • SeaWorld
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds (Bay Front Doubles Suite First Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 42 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Bay Front Queens First Floor)

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Bay Front King First Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds (Bay Front Doubles Suite Second Floor)

  • 42 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Tower (Pacific View King)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Garden, with Shower)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Garden, with Shower)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View, Tower (Pacific View Studio Queens)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Resort)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Bay Front King Suite Second Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 42 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Bay Front Queens Second Floor)

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Bay Front Queens Second Floor)

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Bay Front King Suite First Floor)

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Bay Front King Suite First Floor)

  • 42 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Bay Front King Second Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View, Tower (Resort Studio Queens)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View, Tower (Resort Studio Queens)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Resort)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(74 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Poolside Queens)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Poolside Queens)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Bay View, Tower (Deluxe Bay View King Suite)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View (Bay View Studio Queens)

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View (Bay View Studio Queens)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

San Diego

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.
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What's nearby

  • Mission and Pacific Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mission Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mission Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Belmont Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • SeaWorld - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station - 5 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station - 12 min drive
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pacific Beach AleHouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach Shore Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Local Pacific Beach - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Catamaran Resort and Spa

Family fun on the beach, with outdoor pool, near Belmont Park
Catamaran Resort and Spa offers 300 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

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

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

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.
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.
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.
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.
Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this resort consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Local cuisine breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 11:30 AM.
Oceana Coastal Kitchen - This beachfront restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 38 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

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
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • 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
  • 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 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
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • 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
  • 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 age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 125.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 75 lbs per pet
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 51.75 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.

Optional extras

  • 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 need to know

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 smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

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 property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

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

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 525 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1011 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jordan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Wesleonardo Gomes, Tigard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberley, Central Point

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt like the property was located in an area that was close to everything we were doing in San Diego during our time there. The hotel was quite noisy, but sometimes you just get next to someone is louder than others overall it was a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jordan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I have always wanted to stay here. I was let down. They have high prices do you expect the service to be great. None of the staff smiled or were friendly. In day two I asked them to clean our room and they didn’t. We ate at both restaurants and the food was ok. The area was nice though and I loved how walkable everything was. I just felt like it was mediocre service and food for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would definitely stay again

Great location! Nice amenities, activities and tropical feel. Quiet rooms which is very important. Lovely landscaping.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this paradise property. It is a taste of Hawaii without a six-hour flight :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Rafael

Disliked: Cleanliness
We were to have a garden view got 9th floor view of the parking lot called spoke to front desk he was a lil unpleasant not at all able to accommodate us tell the next day at that point eho wants to move all there stuff once you unpack.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Angel

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
TV did not work, front was unhelpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ann Rae

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was superb, with the quiet, private beach, then walk 2 blocks to the ocean to be able to bike, walk the mission beach area. The resort was unique with their bird exhibit of the macaws and having a little arcade near the pool. However, the arcade games were very old, some not working. The food in the restaurant was mediocre for the price, but the servers were outstanding. There was music in the restaurant/bar area on two occasions, one being absolutely amazing with playing guitar and singing a wide variety of songs from different eras and genres. My only complaints are that the sheets were dirty upon our arrival. Nothing worse than pulling back the covers to see make up on the sheets. Also, no microwave in the rooms. When you are on vacation, you often bring back left overs to put in the fridge, but then there was no way to warm them up to eat them. Felt very wasteful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great resorr

Great resort and the kids loved it. The vibe was very relaxed and tropical and the location is great. Highly recommended and we’d return there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to bay and ocean!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Positive: location on the bay was very nice. Walkable and lots of amenities nearby. Lobby and outdoor areas were also very nice. Negative: Did not get the room we reserved. Room was not properly refreshed for our second night, not really cleaned or tidied, no additional coffee etc. Hallway carpet was in bad need of cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The tower rooms are very outdated and elevator is very old and super loud next to rooms. The couch was dirty and should have been thrown out years ago. The staff was great and food was very good.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

dustin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dariluz

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walkable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025