Catamaran Resort and Spa

4.0 star property

Photo gallery for Catamaran Resort and Spa

View from room
Property video
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine, beach views

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

View 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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (ADA, Garden, Tub)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (ADA Bay Front with Tub)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 36 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bay View (ADA with Shower)

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (ADA, Garden, Tub)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Resort)

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

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

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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

  • 36 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Resort)

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Poolside Queens)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Garden View

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

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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Similar properties

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.

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

  • ‪Baja Beach Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Open Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Beach - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Flamingo Deck - ‬2 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 desk chairs, as well as 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.

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. 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.
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.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 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
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 45.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered 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

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

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 1042 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1042 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1042 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1042 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1042 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shekeria

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Josh

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First room we got was dirty. The bathtub was full of dirt and scum. Had to request to switch rooms. The second room was better.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property needs some upgrades. The sliding glass door in the room was in bad shape. The location is great. The staff was friendly. Just time for some remodeling.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Braedyn

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cost per day ($43) to park your car is a bit pricey. Next time I'll do on street parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The most disappointing was that they stopped doing the daily boat rides. It’s only on Sundays now. Super disappointing! The bottom unit we were in had trash along the back patio walkway that stayed there the entire time we were there. It wasn’t our trash.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s was an amazing experience on the hotel!!! I hope to come back soon!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sonia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect, so tropical and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer Paredes

Travelled with family
On a positive note, the hotel lobby felt like you are in Hawaii. Lots of fun activities and restaurant dining by the bay. However, the hotel is outdated and needs a major renovation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grenika Charani

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was gorgeous!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

10/10 Excellent

tasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was like being in Hawaii
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi Joy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful. Very friendly staff. Enjoyed everything about my stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and great facilities !
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shonam

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

This property has it all!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on Mission Bay so you can sit in the hotel's beach chairs and enjoy the view. Nice size pool and hot tub. Game room is by the pool and all of the games are free!!! Beautiful lobby with waterfalls. Grounds are well kept with beautiful landscaping. There is a pathway system connecting the various buildings and along the way, you'll see waterways with fish and turtles and exotic birds. Lots of activities each day for the kids (all included in the price). Be aware that the daily hotel/room price does NOT include parking. That is an extra cost. However, in addition to being located on Mission Bay, the Pacific Ocean is on the other side of the street. Excellent location in that it is right on the Bay and across the street from the beach (Pacific Ocean), but also near Sea World, the Zoo, Balboa Park, Sunset Cliffs, Coronado, etc.
View from room at Catamaran Resort and Spa.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025