--- title: Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa slug: catamaran-resort-san-diego type: hotel sub_type: resorts source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/catamaran-resort-san-diego city: San Diego state: CA country: US address: 3999 Mission Boulevard geo: lat: 32.78991 lng: -117.25278 cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 2 days before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T17:22:53.391Z price_from: amount: 507.33 currency: USD unit: per_night availability: InStock rating: value: 4.5 count: 7335 scale: 5 room_rates: - name: Resort Studio Queens, Non-Smoking price: 519 - name: Resort Room, 1 King, Non-Smoking price: 469 - name: Beachfront Suite wBalcony 1 King, Non-Smoking price: 1129 --- ## Overview Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is a tropical-themed, family-friendly resort in San Diego on Mission Bay near Pacific Beach, featuring bayfront rooms, a full-service spa, waterfront dining, and easy access to water sports. ## What's Included - Onsite dining at Oceana Coastal Kitchen and Moray’s Lounge - Access to the outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool - Use of the indoor/outdoor bayfront fitness center - Complimentary Wi-Fi in guest rooms and public areas - Two in-room bottled waters per day - USA Today newspaper each morning in the lobby - Access to the bird exhibit - Use of beach chairs and umbrellas (subject to availability) - Towels at the resort pool - Complimentary local and domestic long-distance phone calls ## What's Not Included - Self-parking at $45 per day - Valet parking at $50 per day - Pet cleaning fee of $125 (non-refundable) for dogs - Resort fee of $46 + tax ($52.78 total) collected upon arrival ## Room Rates - **Resort Studio Queens, Non-Smoking** — $519.00/night - **Resort Room, 1 King, Non-Smoking** — $469.00/night - **Beachfront Suite wBalcony 1 King, Non-Smoking** — $1129.00/night ## Good to Know - Located directly on Mission Bay with Pacific Beach just steps away - Polynesian-themed design surrounded by lush tropical gardens - Easy access to water sports, bike rentals, and boardwalk paths - Beach games available including frisbees, footballs, corn hole, ladder ball toss, board games, and more - Seasonal Catamaran Luau featuring live Polynesian entertainment - Family-friendly with kids’ activities and beachfront movie nights - Sightseeing cruises on Mission Bay aboard the Bahia Belle, the resort's 3-story sternwheeler boat - SeaWorld San Diego is only an 8-minute drive away - Minimum age to check in is 18 - Pet-friendly rooms subject to fees and availability; dogs must be leashed outside guest rooms - All guestrooms and resort areas are non-smoking - Check-in: 4:00pm; Check-out: 11:00am - Parking courtesy: Oceana Coastal Kitchen offers dining guests 4 hours of complimentary self-parking; charges apply after - Guests may bring one housebroken dog up to 50 lbs or two smaller dogs with combined weight 75 lbs or less (notify hotel prior) - Resort fee includes various amenities listed above and is collected upon arrival - City Tax: Transient Occupancy Tax 12.75%, California Tourism Marketing Assessment TMA 2%, and $0.91 additional fee added to booking ## Cancellation Policy Free changes and cancellations are available as detailed upon selection. ## FAQs ### What is the minimum age to check in? The reservation holder must be at least 18 years old and have a matching, valid, government-issued photo ID and credit card to check-in. Prior to or at the time of check-in, the Catamaran requires a parent, legal guardian, or other responsible adult to assume, in writing, full liability for all charges and other obligations incurred by an unaccompanied minor seeking to check-in to the hotel. ### Is Catamaran Resort pet-friendly? Yes. There is a non-refundable room cleaning fee of $125 + tax for guests with dogs on the day of check-in. There are no charges for service animals. One housebroken dog per guest room weighing 50 lbs or less or two smaller dogs with a combined weight of 75 lbs or less are accepted. Dogs must be leashed at all times while outside of your guest room. Please notify the hotel directly prior to your arrival date if traveling with a pet. Pet-friendly rooms are limited. ### Is parking available? Self-parking is $45 per day and valet parking is $50 per day. As a courtesy, Oceana Coastal Kitchen offers dining guests 4 hours of complimentary self-parking. Parking rates apply after the complimentary time expires. ### Is there a resort fee? A daily resort fee of $46 + tax is collected upon arrival. This fee allows all guests to enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi access in guest rooms and public areas, access to the bird exhibit, use of beach chairs and umbrellas (subject to availability), towels at the resort pool, access to the indoor/outdoor bayfront fitness center, access to the outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool, two in-room bottled waters per day, the USA Today newspaper each morning in the lobby, and complimentary local and domestic long-distance phone calls. ### What time is check-in and check-out? Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. ### Can I reserve a smoking room? No. This property is 100% smoke-free. All guestrooms and resort areas are non-smoking. ### Does the property have WiFi? Yes, WiFi access is available and included in the resort fee. ### Does the property serve a complimentary breakfast? No, but guests can purchase at one of the hotel's restaurants. ### Does the property have a restaurant? Yes. Guests can choose from multiple on-site restaurants, including Oceana Coastal Kitchen, Moray’s, Lava Java, and the seasonal Oasis Snack Shack. ### Does the hotel have a pool? Yes. The hotel has an outdoor pool and a whirlpool. ### Does the property offer a shuttle service? No, this property does not provide an airport or area shuttle. ### Is the hotel accessible? What accessible amenities are available? The hotel is accessible. Accessible features include elevators, a pool lift, accessible parking, and accessible in-room amenities. Please contact the hotel directly for specific accessible needs to ensure the hotel will be able to meet your requirements. ### How far is Catamaran Resort from SeaWorld San Diego? SeaWorld San Diego is 3.2 miles away from the resort. ### How far is Catamaran Resort from Balboa Park? Balboa Park is 9.6 miles away from the resort. ### How far is Catamaran Resort from San Diego Zoo? San Diego Zoo is 10.4 miles away from the resort. ### How far is the nearest airport? The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport, about 6.6 miles from the property. ## Reviews > "Relaxing Family Getaway at Catamaran Resort Hotel" > — Seaside00592688125, June 09, 2026 > "We'll be coming back!" > — keithadkins76, May 28, 2026 > "“Resort” needs a makeover" > — dinadK4207AQ, May 17, 2026 > "Great Service, well kept grounds." > — jeffreybJ9808VM, April 25, 2026 > "Great property, terrible rooms" > — nicolettek564, April 10, 2026