Catamaran Resort Hotel

Catamaran Resort Hotel Fact Sheet

LOCATION		The Catamaran Resort Hotel is located in the heart of San Diego's Mission Bay. Offering sensational ocean and bay views set amongst acres of tropical gardens, with exceptional cuisine, secluded beaches, and romantic moonlight cruises. Only 10 miles from Downtown San Diego and San Diego's International Airport at Lindberg Field. Five minutes from SeaWorld and a short drive to other major San Diego attractions. Surround yourself with spectacular sunsets, white sandy beaches, and the sights and sounds of nature- all in one place.

ADDRESS		3999 Mission Boulevard San Diego, California 92109 858-488-1081 www.catamaranresort.com

RESERVATIONS		(877) 646-3726

HOTEL MANAGEMENT		General Manager Mr. Mike Staples

OPENING DATE		1958

HISTORY		The hotel and its surrounding area was originally the summer estate of the Scripps family, better known as Braemar. Mrs. Scripps, Matriarch of the family, envisioned a simple but elegant home, a place where the family could enjoy wonderful ocean breezes and comfortable starry nights. The family eventually abandoned their summer estate in late 1955, and it was sold. In 1958, Mr. William D. Evans acquired the property and began construction of what would become the Catamaran Resort Hotel. Initially the resort was a modest 82-room Inn. The original décor was a Spanish motif. However, the Spanish decor did not create the type of atmosphere the Evans family was looking for. Mr. and Mrs. Evans wanted an atmosphere where the landscape was the emphasis of beauty. They wanted the buildings to act as a frame around a picturesque landscape. After much deliberation a tropical theme was decided upon as the main motif.

DESIGN		When looking at the main buildings, you will notice that the architecture is heavy on the bottom and light on the top. This is typical colonial Hawaiian architecture. The entire hotel is filled with authentic pieces from the South Pacific. For example the Black Koa Wood that the front desk is made of is a special rare wood that is only native to the Tahitian islands, there are numerous artifacts and jewelry from Papua New Guinea, handcrafted stone imported from deep in the heart of, Mexico, and Mahogany from Honduras is used in all of window and door frames. Evans family has gone to great lengths to import traditional ethnic pacific island art. All of the art was made prior to World War II and collected from 1950 - 1960. If you are interested in more information please contact the hotel.

ACCOMMODATIONS		The Catamaran's 315 rooms and suites are spacious and tastefully appointed with their own balcony or patio. Each has a king or two double beds and all the amenities you would expect at a world-class resort including large workspace and sitting area, hair dryers, coffee makers, ironing boards and refrigerators. All rooms have ocean, bay, or garden views.

SUITES		Offer direct bay access. Walk directly onto the sand and enjoy the breathtaking views. Suites have a separate bedroom offering one king bed or two double beds and a living room with double sofa bed.

STUDIO ROOMS		Stretch out in one of our 430 square foot studio suites. Complete with a full kitchen and dining area for four. Studios offer two double beds.

AMENITIES		Business Center offering: faxing, copying, computer and Internet access, outdoor heated swimming pool with Jacuzzi, daily room service, free HBO, guest room modem hookups, a retail gift shop and a state-of-the-art work out facility.

SPA		The Catamaran Spa opened June 2005. The Spa, 9,300 square feet in size, and is the only treatment facility in the area large enough to meet the growing demands of hotel guests as well as local residents. The Spa offers ten individual treatment rooms, a Ritual room, a Vichy shower room, and a couples room. Both the men's and women's locker rooms include steam and sauna rooms. In addition, guests may continue their spa experience at home: the Spa will offer many of its products for purchase. The Spa will also offer a full-service salon.

DINING		The Atoll Restaurant and Patio provides fine dining with exceptional service amidst the tranquil vista and the tropical breezes of Mission Bay in San Diego.

MEETINGS/ BANQUETS		With fresh ocean breezes and exotic ambience, the Catamaran Resort is an invigorating and creative setting for any group. All fourteen Function Rooms are complemented by scenic views, balconies, patios and most of all - our unforgettable bayfront. With more than 20,000 square feet of versatile function space the Catamaran can accommodate groups from 10 to 450. The Catamaran is unsurpassed for functionality, style, flexibility and working comfort. The helpful staff will ease your meeting plans while creating unforgettable memories in our tropical paradise- all done with great elegance, superb service and affordability.

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES		Make the most of an extraordinarily beautiful natural setting, year-round perfect climate and Southern California lifestyle. Our prime location right on Mission Bay makes it perfect for any number of beach and water-related sports and activities: boat cruises, sailing, paddleboats, kayaks, powerboats, surfing, waterskiing, biking, skating, etc. Take a walking tour through the grounds and discover the abundant and diverse tropical flora and fauna, unwind by taking a dip in the pool or Jacuzzi, let the little ones have fun at our educational Kid's Camp, clear your mind with an invigorating workout in our fitness center, relax in the world-class Catamaran Spa, pickup some special mementos at our gift shop or get some work done in our state of the art business center. Take a complimentary moonlight sternwheeler cruise on Mission Bay aboard our "Turn of the century" style sternwheeler boat the Bahia Belle, DJ's and live music. The Belle cruises beneath the stars across Mission Bay throughout the evening. Dance the night away with the sounds of live music while enjoying your favorite cocktail. All passengers are invited to disembark at either hotel stop, and re-board later. For hotel guests the cruise is complimentary and local patrons pay a one time per evening boarding fee of only $10.00 for adults and $3.00 for children 12 and under.