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Catamaran Resort Hotel and SpavsThe Pearl Hotel
Both Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa and The Pearl Hotel are praised by travel writers. On balance, Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa ranks slightly higher than The Pearl Hotel. Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa ranks #18 in San Diego with positive reviews from 10 sources such as DK Eyewitness, Concierge and The Telegraph.
Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Oyster
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
U.S. News & World Report Show All Reviews
3999 Mission Blvd., San Diego, CA 92109
From $130/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "Hokey or not, the activities and the relaxed and welcoming vibe keep the Catamaran on the short list for families."
Travel + Leisure "The hotel takes full advantage of its waterfront location (relaxed sports rule these waves; rooms have coastal views) on kid-friendly Mission Bay, which has 19 miles of beaches." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This Polynesian-themed hotel offers a long list of water activities. Within walking distance to many restaurants, Tiki torches light your way through lushly landscaped grounds."
Star Service "It conveys a Honolulu aesthetic and operates on casual Polynesian principles, a fun-in-the-sun formula that includes exotic indoor gardens and an indoor waterfall." Full review
Gayot "Located right on Mission Bay, the resort boasts exquisite grounds teeming with exotic plants and flowers, tropical birds, frogs and koi goldfish."
OysterMid-Range
"This three-pearl resort in San Diego's Pacific Beach area is a great family-friendly choice with an array of features and direct beach access." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A beachfront, tropical-themed hotel, on the shores of Mission Bay and just across the water from SeaWorld." Full review
Lonely Planet "A plethora of activities make it a perfect place for families... or board the Bahia Belle from here." Full review
Fodor's "The fitness center looks out on the bay; kayaks and pedal boats are available for rental." Full review
U.S. News & World Report21.0
"On the northwest shore of Mission Bay, the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa attracts visitors looking for a bit of R&R." Full review
The Pearl Hotel Fodor's Gayot Lonely Planet Oyster
On the Grid
Condé Nast Traveler
Frommer's Lonely Planet
Independent
1410 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92106
From $129/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Fodor's "Popular among young couples and solo business travelers, the hotel has guest rooms with only one bed, but they contain amenities like plasma-screen TVs and board games." Full review
Gayot "The Pearl Hotel has given the former Sportsman's Lodge a serious face lift and re-opened as a stylish center of food, fashion and fun."
Lonely Planet "The midcentury modern Pearl feels more Palm Springs than San Diego." Full review
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Light sleepers: request a room away from busy street traffic.
Oyster Mid-Range
"A hip, fun boutique with quite a bit of character. Cool touches, such as free poolside movie nights; a fun, chill vibe; and free loaner bikes." Full review
On the Grid "This boutique hotel offers a fun restaurant/bar experience to locals and tourists alike." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The petite 23-room property feels like Palm Springs style with a low-key, tucked-away vibe...it's not just about the size, decor, and amenities—you can sense the boutique vibe in the thoughtful staff." Full review
Frommer's "Built on the bones of a 1959 motel, this boutique hotel draws budget travelers who dig its groovy, mid-century modern vibe" Full review
Lonely Planet "The 23 rooms wrap around a peanut-sized swimming pool where guests and locals mingle during 'dive-in movies' on Wednesday nights." Full review
Independent "This sweet mid-century motel in San Diego is a vintage dream – all cut-stone walls, mirrored ceilings and exterior desert-scaping that feel lifted right out of 1965 Palm Springs"
