Catamaran Resort Hotel And Spa is a luxurious bayside retreat on Mission Bay, steps from San Diego’s famed Pacific Beach. With lush tropical gardens and a private beach, this Polynesian-themed hotel offers the ideal blend of recreation and tranquility year-round.
Established in 1958, the Catamaran is a haven featuring over 1,000 species of exotic plants and animals from around the globe. Palm trees, bamboo, waterfalls, and Koi ponds engage every sense, while playful parrots delight guests.
The Catamaran’s architecture, reminiscent of traditional Colonial Hawaiian style, boasts accents that include hand-carved totem poles from Bali, tapa cloth artwork from Vanuatu, and a stunning reception desk crafted of black Koa wood imported directly from Tahiti.
At the Catamaran, guests check in to one of 310 guest rooms, studios, or suites, each featuring a private balcony or patio overlooking stunning views of Mission Bay, downtown and the Pacific coastline, or the hotel’s lush tropical gardens. All guests are provided with full amenities including complimentary Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service.
On-site dining options include Oceana Coastal Kitchen, featuring chef-driven seafood and grilled dishes. Alongside this signature restaurant is Moray’s, where guests can sip on the signature Moray’s Mai Tai, enjoy local craft beers, and take advantage of happy hour specials Monday through Friday. Both venues feature a blend of indoor and outdoor space, the latter lined with tiki torches, fire pit tables, and lush palms.
Guests can also opt for lighter fare at Lava Java, the on-site grab-and-go café, or poolside at the Catamaran’s full bar and grill, serving up barbecue favorites during the spring and summer months. Another standout summer specialty is the Catamaran’s signature luau feasts, featuring live performers who guide guests through the cultures of the South Pacific as they enjoy a Hawaiian buffet.
Those who prefer to spend time on the water can opt for an excursion aboard the Bahia Belle, a replica of a sternwheeler from the 1860s that cruises around Mission Bay. Operating seasonally, the Bahia Belle is a turn-of-the-century Mississippi-style boat, offering a 45-minute narrated sightseeing cruise of Mission Bay. This 74-foot-long, three-deck sternwheeler features an observation deck for prime viewing of the 4,200-acre aquatic park’s scenic locales.
The Catamaran Spa—San Diego’s only beachfront spa—offers a menu of South Pacific-inspired treatments including massages, facials, body wraps, hydrotherapy, and more—performed with all-natural marine and botanical elements. Additional wellness amenities include outdoor pools and hot tubs, beach cabanas, an outdoor fitness center, seasonal outdoor yoga classes, and more.
Other resort activities include rentals for paddleboards, sailboats, kayaks, and surfboards. The Catamaran is also situated within the beach towns of Mission Beach and Pacific Beach, where guests can stroll along the boardwalk or iconic Crystal Pier, play on the beach, or experience the many cafés and shops. The resort is located within 10 miles of major San Diego attractions like SeaWorld, the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Downtown’s Gaslamp Quarter, and San Diego International Airport.
