Catamaran Resort Hotels for the Holidays

San Diego, CA – There’s no place like San Diego for the holidays, where guests can warm up to bright sunny days, uncrowded beaches, and inviting accommodations that feel like home away from home. The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa on Mission Bay is the perfect coastal retreat to soak in the season and make some merry memories. The Catamaran will deck the halls with splendid themed decorations, as well as spread holiday cheer with an exciting array of holiday activities and festive feasts. 

The following are some notable festivities planned for the Catamaran. 

Winter Wonderland 
The Catamaran Resort will get into the holiday spirit with playful Gingerbread House Displays in its lobby, created by the resorts’ team members. Guests are invited to vote for their favorites. The Catamaran puts a unique spin on classic gingerbread houses with decorated Hula Huts, reflecting the resort’s island vibe which includes a Polynesian-style Christmas tree adorned with parrots, tikis, and tropical flower leis. 

Holiday on the Bay 
Gather with friends and family – and Santa Claus – aboard the William D. Evans sternwheeler for Jingle Belle Cruises, a San Diego tradition on the sparkling waters of Mission Bay. Guests can enjoy playful Whoville-inspired décor, a welcome hot cider, complimentary candy bags for the kids, face painting, balloons, festive crafts, carolers, photos with Santa, and tasty holiday treats and libations. Cruises depart from the Catamaran resort, December 20-24. Reservations are required. The cost is $45 per person, with a portion of the proceeds benefitting Mama’s Kitchen, a San Diego nonprofit that provides medically tailored meals to individuals and families vulnerable to malnutrition due to critical illnesses. Guests can enjoy 15% off when they purchase 4 or more tickets with promo code JINGLE. 

Another cherished holiday tradition, the annual Parade of Lights returns to Mission Bay on December 14. Visitors to the Catamaran Resort can cozy up bayside on the North Lawn (5-9 p.m.), a prime spot to view the dazzling boat parade, featuring dozens of vessels festooned with lights and decorations. This family friendly event also features yuletide music, a holiday movie on the bay, and treats and beverages for purchase at a Christmas-themed tiki bar. 

Joyful Tunes  
Jingle all the way at the Catamaran Resort, presenting Polynesian Carolers singing island-style holiday favorites on Fridays and Saturdays (5-7 p.m.) throughout December.  

Mingle with Kris Kringle 
Santa Claus journeys from the North Pole to the Catamaran Resort on Saturdays (2-4 p.m.), December 7-21, to meet younger guests and hear their holiday wishes – a perfect family photo op! Throughout the season, Santa’s Letter Station will be set up in the lobby of the Catamaran, complete with a festive oversized mailbox, so children can send Santa their wish lists and good deeds for the year. 

Kids’ Stuff 
Children can tap into their creative side with Holiday Cookie Decorating ($10 per decorator) at the Catamaran Resort on December 7, 14, 21 and 28. 

Holiday Feasts 

Gather with family and friends for lavish holiday feasts at the Catamaran Resort. The Catamaran will host Christmas Day Champagne Brunch (10 a.m.-4 p.m.) at Oceana Coastal Kitchen, featuring a delicious buffet spread with a seafood cold bar and complimentary sparkling wine, as well as Christmas Dinner (5:30-10 p.m.) with a curated three-course menu.  

New Year’s Cheers 
Revelers can ring in 2025 with a prix fixe New Year’s Eve Dinner at Oceana Coastal Kitchen (5:30-10 p.m.), featuring live entertainment and a champagne toast at midnight.  

Seasonal Savings 
Plan your holiday escape to San Diego today. Stay longer and save more at the Catamaran: save 20% on a 3-night stay, 25% on a 5-night stay and 30% on a 7-night night stay using promo code HOLIDAY24. 

Guests at the Catamaran can also take advantage of a terrific Cyber Monday promotion on November 29-December 9: 50% off studios and suites using promo code CYBER24. 

Discover additional glad tidings this holiday season, as well as special offers and promotions by visiting www.catamaranresort.com.