For some people, a hotel is just a place to rest their heads at night. For others, it’s part of the overall experience. If you’re one of the latter people, Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is the place for you.
Designed to look and feel just like a tropical oasis inside and out, this Mission Beach hotel is situated on prime real estate, with Mission Bay on one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other. Within its gates and walls, guests feel as if they’re in a tropical hideaway.
The Catamaran boasts an authentic Polynesian theme with elegant palm trees rising in its courtyard, tiki torches and lush vegetation surrounding its borders and koi ponds and waterfalls entrancing guests in the middle. Exotic birds conversate with guests who choose to relax poolside or in the hot tub.
The Catamaran Spa is like an oasis within an oasis. Inspired by Asian and South Pacific healing traditions, patrons are privy to innovative treatments they are unlikely unable to find anywhere else. The menu of services includes full-body exfoliation treatments, massage, water therapy and rituals. Many treatments utilize rejuvenating marine and plant-based products, which only adds to the experience.
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In addition to relaxation services, the spa also offers an array of beauty treatments. Guests can stop in for hair care, nail services, makeup application and more before a night out in nearby downtown San Diego.
The spa also offers a bayfront fitness center that boasts updated cardio and strength training equipment. Guests also have access to the scheduled yoga classes on the lawn.
The Catamaran is close to many nearby attractions, including Cabrillo National Monument, SeaWorld San Diego, Old Town San Diego, LEGOLAND California, the Embarcadero, Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo.
However, many guests of the bayside resort find that the nearby outdoor activities hold their interest for the duration of their vacations. The beach and bay offer a wealth of things to do, including paddle boarding, surfing, cruising, biking, touring on Segways, swimming, scuba diving and more.
The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is a favorite dining destination of locals and visitors alike, as it offers an inviting atmosphere for all occasions. Oceana Coastal Kitchen, the resort’s signature restaurant, serves up California-inspired cuisine for lunch and dinner while patrons take in the view of the captivating Mission Bay. At Moray’s, diners can let their hair down and relax while enjoying beer, cocktails and a casual meal over tiki lights or around a firepit.
The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is listed as one of our top picks for the Best Family-friendly Hotels in San Diego.