CATAMARAN RESORT HOTEL AND SPA | Airport hotel in San Diego | From 150$/Night

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3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, California, United States, 92109

Catamaran Resort Hotel And Spa, a 4-star hotel near San Diego International Airport, is located 8 miles from the terminal in Mission Bay, known for SeaWorld. The Polynesian-themed resort offers casual elegance with palm trees, lush vegetation, tiki torches, koi ponds, waterfalls, and exotic birds. Nearby attractions include SeaWorld San Diego, 3 miles away, and the San Diego Zoo, 12 miles from the property.

Rooms & Suites

The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa features 310 guest rooms, suites, and studios, each with a balcony or patio offering views of Mission Bay, Pacific Beach, or tropical gardens. Bayfront suites include 1 king or 2 double beds, a walk-in shower, and a separate living area with a pull-out sofa. Garden View Rooms provide 403 square feet of space with 1 king or 2 queen beds and views of lush landscaping.

Dining & Drinks

Oceana Coastal Kitchen serves California cuisine with beachfront dining and views of Mission Bay, while Moray's outdoor lounge offers tropical cocktails and fire pit tables. Lava Java coffee bar provides grab-and-go breakfast and lunch options, including espresso drinks from local roaster Ryan Bros. The seasonal Oasis Snack Shack and Pool Bar & Grill serve grilled favorites and tropical drinks.

Spa & Recreation

The Catamaran Spa offers rejuvenating treatments like the Seaweed Leaf Wrap and Lavender & Seaweed Sugar Glow Scrub, using organic products. Guests enjoy access to the resort pool, bayfront whirlpool, and fitness center with water views. Weekly activities include lei making, hula lessons, and Polynesian torch dance performances.

Events & Accessibility

Private dining rooms at Oceana Coastal Kitchen accommodate groups up to 16, with coastal-inspired decor and bay views. The hotel provides accessible rooms with roll-in showers, visual notification devices, and adjustable-height vanities. Complimentary beach game rentals include frisbees, volleyballs, and cornhole for guest entertainment.

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

390 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Balcony

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Bay Front Room First Floor King Bed

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2 persons

390 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Air conditioning

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Bay Front Room Second Floor Two

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2 persons

390 sq. feet

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2 King Size Beds

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Getting around

Transportation options available

City Centre

San Diego 6.3 mi

Airports

San Diego International (SAN) 8.4 mi

El Cajon (CJN) 20.3 mi

Train

San Diego Old Town Transportation Center 4.0 mi

Coaster Old Town Station 4.0 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

Stay relaxed and refreshed just minutes from the airport

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

USD 42 per day

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Private beach
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Water sports
Cycling
Yoga class

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Game room

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Back massage
Full body massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location info

3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, California, United States, 92109

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3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, California, United States, 92109

City landmarks

Amusement Park

Belmont Amusement Park

1.3 mi

Amusement Park

SeaWorld San Diego

2.3 mi

Park

Palisades Park

1.1 mi

Market

Pacific Beach Tuesday Farmers' Market

2600 ft

Park

Santa Clara Recreation Center

2700 ft

Beach

Law Street Beach

1.0 mi

Store

Crest Liquor

5000 ft

Store

Trader Joe's

1.1 mi

Park

Mission Beach

1.3 mi

Landmark

Wave House

1.3 mi

Park

Crown Point Park

1.2 mi

Store

Vons

1.2 mi

Gallery

Gallery At Lands End

1.1 mi

Landmark

Giant Dipper Roller Coaster

1.3 mi

Park

Calumet Park

1.7 mi

Park

Crown Point Shores

1.3 mi

Park

Kate Sessions Memorial Park

1.6 mi

Park

Ventura Cove Park

1.5 mi

Park

Kate Sessions Park

1.7 mi

Landmark

Murals of La Jolla

2.1 mi

Island

Fiesta Island

2.1 mi

Park

Capehart Dog Park

2.0 mi

Park

Mission Point Park

2.0 mi

Park

Fiesta Island Dog Park

2.1 mi

Park

Fiesta Island Park

2.4 mi

Landmark

Dog Beach

2.4 mi

Park

Mission Bay Park

2.5 mi

Beach

Ocean Beach Park

2.6 mi

Nearby

4110 Mission Blvd # 70

Promenade at Pacific Beach Shopping Center

1100 ft

Library

Pacific Beach Taylor Branch Library

1700 ft

Restaurants

World Famous

1000 ft

711 Pacific Beach Dr

Oceana Coastal Kitchen

1400 ft

3999 Mission Blvd Waterfront at the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

Moray's Lounge

100 ft

3999 Mission Blvd The Catamaran Resort & Spa

The Blend Superfood Bar

700 ft

4121 Mission Blvd

California Kebab & Beer Garden

900 ft

4150 Mission Blvd Suite 208

Coconut Thai Asian Bistro

900 ft

4150 Mission Blvd Ste 113

The Truckstop

1000 ft

4150 Mission Boulevard

The BeachWood

1200 ft

4190 Mission Blvd

El Prez Beach Bar & Cocina

1400 ft

4190 Mission Blvd

El Prez

1400 ft

4190 Mission Blvd

Pacific Beach AleHouse

2100 ft

721 Grand Ave

Guest scores and detailed hotel feedback

Past guest experiences and opinions

4.5/5 based on 6491 reviews

#18 of 283 hotels in San Diego based on Tripadvisor

Mike

United States, April 2024

8.2/10

The hotel gives off a real motel vibe with some paint peeling, and it could use some thorough cleaning and updates. On the bright side, the room features two beds and a decent sitting area with a sofa, table, and chairs, making it quite spacious. It's undoubtedly time for some cosmetic upgrades.

Rooms

7.0

The room could use some sprucing up, but it did provide two beds and a good sitting area.

Service

9.0

I was really impressed by the service, especially Brenda R, who took amazing care of us. The staff went above and beyond by giving us an upper floor room with an ocean/city view, which was incredibly generous. We even received a welcome drink and encountered helpful service throughout our stay. It was top-notch.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is adequate, situated perfectly between the beach and the laguna. You can easily step out onto the beach, which is a major plus. However, the overall area feels a bit outdated.

Dining

8.0

We indulged in the various appetizers available, including a delicious salad with different dressing options and some mouthwatering shrimp choices. Dining at the Oceana restaurant was a great experience, and the highlight was meeting the chef Marcus. The shabu-shabu was delightful as well.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel boasts a large pool and a spacious hot tub, making it perfect for gatherings. The facilities were great for relaxation and entertainment.

Lloyd

United States, April 2024

7.6/10

Our stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were neat and tidy, equipped for comfort, but gave off a cheap motel vibe. The staff's service was a bit inconsistent, ranging from just grunting to being extremely hospitable. The location was ideal for exploring the area, yet with a very youthful atmosphere. While the dining was satisfactory with excellent service and beautiful views, the facilities lacked in some areas.

Rooms

7.0

The room was accommodating for my handicapped wife, neat, and had all the basic necessities, but felt like a cheap motel.

Service

7.0

The staff was very friendly and helpful whenever needed, but experiences varied from just grunting to being extremely hospitable.

Location

8.0

The location is ideal for exploring the area, situated between the Pacific and Mission Bay, but caters more to a younger crowd.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was excellent with great service, an amazing chef, and beautiful views.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities offered were satisfactory but lacked in some areas.

Nick

United States, November 2023

9.0/10

My stay at the Catamaran Hotel was fantastic! The room had a great view out over Mission Bay and was very comfortable, although it lacked a kitchenette. The service was top-notch, with the staff being extremely friendly and accommodating. The location was perfect, allowing for quick walks to the beach and surrounding entertainment spots. The facilities were well-kept and enjoyable.

Rooms

8.0

The room had a great view and separate living area, very nice size, and very comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff were doing a great job, very helpful, and extremely friendly and helpful.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect to experience the surrounding areas, surrounded by Mission Bay and the ocean.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was delicious, and we felt spoiled by the excellent service provided by Banquet Captain Dave Hopper.