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    Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

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    3999 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109-6959
    (858) 779-2281
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    1 room, 2 adults, 0 children12
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    4.5
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    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    Best Luau in San Diego

    I have attended this Luau at the Catamaram Resort a few years ago and this was my 1st back in a while. This is an amazing event, well organized, great food and entertaining. The customer service here is amazing. This handsome older gentleman by the...More

    Thank Johnny N
    Hotel's Favourite
    Reviewed February 19, 2018 via mobile
    Awesome!!

    Took the wife and two kiddos here for a two night getaway. We had a fantastic time! The location is perfect and the staff are super helpful and professional. When we were leaving at checkout, all we could talk about was when we could come...More

    10  Thank Mattrigoberto
    Response from Mark T, Front Office Manager at Catamaran Resort Hotel and SpaResponded February 27, 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa. Our resort is the perfect destination for families with multiple on-site dining options, our guest pool area with a jacuzzi and arcade, and convenient access to both Mission...More

    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    Great service

    Ben the pool attendant was outstanding. Very nice and helpful. Service from him and staff in general was great. The Catamaran is one of my favorite resorts and a place I'd go to time and time again. Excellent!More

    Thank Jasonav12
    Response from Mark T, Front Office Manager at Catamaran Resort Hotel and SpaResponded 2 days ago

    Thank you for sharing your experience at the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa. We appreciate your recognition of the exceptional service you received from Ben and the entire staff during your time with us! What better way to spend a warm summer day than lounging...More

    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Best Pool attendant ever

    Walking into the catamaran pool area, I was overwhelmed with all the kids and families, about to turn around because I didn’t see a place to sit, a very nice young man named Ben, welcomed me with a huge smile and asked how he could...More

    Thank lisabV4655NO
    Response from Mark T, Front Office Manager at Catamaran Resort Hotel and SpaResponded 2 days ago

    Thank you for taking the time to review your experience at the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa. Summertime is definitely our peak season, and we understand completely how overwhelming especially with so many people occupying the pool area. However, we are ecstatic to hear that...More

    Reviewed 2 days ago
    Going the extra mile to make it fun!

    We went to Sunset Luau. Better than any we've been to in Hawaii. Rebecca and Kristina were both helpful in setting things up and greeted us personally. Wonderful food including goodies that the kids (and us) liked. Amazing music and dancers from the many islands...More

    Thank Lee F
    Response from Mark T, Front Office Manager at Catamaran Resort Hotel and SpaResponded 2 days ago

    Thank you for joining us for one of our summer sunset luaus here at the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa. The luaus are definitely the resort's premier summertime event with a full buffet, fantastic live music, and an authentic and entertaining Polynesian show that will...More

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    Beachfront
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    #4 Spa Hotel in San Diego
    #4 On the Beach Hotel in San Diego
    #6 Luxury Hotel in San Diego
    #53 Family Hotel in San Diego
    #70 Romantic Hotel in San Diego
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    #4 Spa Hotel in San Diego
    #4 On the Beach Hotel in San Diego
    #6 Luxury Hotel in San Diego
    #53 Family Hotel in San Diego
    #70 Romantic Hotel in San Diego
    #95 Business Hotel in San Diego
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    June 25, 2018|
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    Response from Larissa L | Reviewed this property |
    There are chairs and umbrellas that are free for use. You may have trouble getting one during peak times, but we actually never had a problem!
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    Response from MnBigGuy47 | Reviewed this property |
    The Bellman are best help, nice restaurant a couple of blocks away on beach, best food is actually at the hotel
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    "Just make sure not to book a "Garden room" especially not in the 100 block."
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