Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa

San Diego, California

Star 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 Champagne brunch also available at Oceana Coastal Kitchen. Swimming pool and whirlpool. Spa*. Fitness centre. Seasonal Yoga*. Action Sport Rentals* (paddleboards, sailboats, kayaks, surfboards, bicycles, Segway's). Games arcade. Room service*. Self-parking $45, valet parking $50, 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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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Relaxing Family Getaway at Catamaran Resort Hotel

Jun 9, 2026 Seaside00592688125

I stayed at the Catamaran Resort Hotel on June 5, 2026, and checked out on June 6, 2026. My stay was wonderful, and the staff made the experience truly memorable. A special thank you to Luchie Griffin at the front desk for being so welcoming, friendly, and professional. I would also like to recognize Lenin Partida, the manager, who was incredibly… Read more
I stayed at the Catamaran Resort Hotel on June 5, 2026, and checked out on June 6, 2026. My stay was wonderful, and the staff made the experience truly memorable. A special thank you to Luchie Griffin at the front desk for being so welcoming, friendly, and professional. I would also like to recognize Lenin Partida, the manager, who was incredibly helpful, attentive, and wonderful throughout our stay. Their outstanding customer service made us feel valued and well taken care of. I also want to thank the sushi chef and the restaurant team. The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared. Every meal we had was excellent, and the service was outstanding. The hotel has a relaxing atmosphere, beautiful surroundings, and a peaceful environment that is perfect for a getaway. I highly recommend the Catamaran Resort Hotel to anyone looking for a memorable and relaxing stay. We will definitely be back! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five stars for the amazing staff, wonderful manager, delicious food, and excellent hospitality. Thank you for making our stay so special! 😊🌴🍣✨ Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating We'll be coming back!

May 28, 2026 keithadkins76

The Catamaran was perfect for a family vacation (parents + 4 year old). The location was great being right on the north end of Mission Bay. The Mission Bay beach access was awesome with chair rentals from the resort and easy access to watersport rentals. The resort's pool and arcade area were very nice. In-resort coffee shop and restaurant was a… Read more
The Catamaran was perfect for a family vacation (parents + 4 year old). The location was great being right on the north end of Mission Bay. The Mission Bay beach access was awesome with chair rentals from the resort and easy access to watersport rentals. The resort's pool and arcade area were very nice. In-resort coffee shop and restaurant was a big plus. The grounds of the resort are beautiful and rooms were well-maintained although a bit dated. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating “Resort” needs a makeover

May 17, 2026 Dina D

The grounds of this “resort” are awesome. Great for a young family. Lots of things for kids to look at and explore. The rooms do not match having “resort” in the name. They are very outdated…think 1975 decor. We paid around $620 a night for a water view room. We could see the ocean when we were out on the balcony…we could also see the parking… Read more
The grounds of this “resort” are awesome. Great for a young family. Lots of things for kids to look at and explore. The rooms do not match having “resort” in the name. They are very outdated…think 1975 decor. We paid around $620 a night for a water view room. We could see the ocean when we were out on the balcony…we could also see the parking garage and the hotel’s restocking station. Got to hear pallets being stacked or moved at 7 am, each morning and one morning someone was using the leaf blower on the pavement of the garage. The following night, our entire floor was filled with high school seniors celebrating their graduation til midnight. I was actually grateful that they settled down at midnight. We did eat in the restaurant one night and received excellent service. The staff at the hotel was very nice, for the most part. My biggest complaint is the price for the outdated, worn out, less than sparkling clean room that we got. Also beware, that there is an additional $45/day charge for parking at the hotel. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great Service, well kept grounds.

Apr 25, 2026 Jeffrey B

The room was clean, the grounds are beautiful and look to be well cared for. The staff were accommodating and supported an early check in with ease. We never had an opportunity to try the restaurant. However, the service and the drinks in the lounge were great! Thank you Catamaran for making our little getaway great!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great property, terrible rooms

Apr 10, 2026 nicolettek564 Morehead, Kentucky

The property was really nice. The room however is what made the rating 3. Uncomfortable and the ceiling was breaking off all over everything, room smelled musty, old