Mission Bay in San Diego, California, is an outdoor lover's paradise. With beautiful weather year-round, the area is perfect for running, biking, surfing, sailing and, of course, golfing. There are dozens of great courses in the area, including 2008 U.S. Open host Torrey Pines, which is just a half hour away. Stay in any of the great hotels in the Mission Bay Park area and watch the sun set over the Pacific every day while you reflect on the great round of golf you played that day.
The Dana
Set right on the water at Mission Bay, The Dana is less than a mile from the beach and within just a few minutes of Sea World, Balboa Park and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. With two pools and spas, a private marina and two buildings of guestrooms on 10 acres of tropical landscape, The Dana is one of the top spots to stay in Mission Bay.
The Dana
1710 West Mission Bay Dr.
San Diego, CA
(800) 445-3339
thedana.com
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay
With more than 400 newly redesigned guest rooms (as of 2009), the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay towers over the scenic California coastal landscape. The hotel features three swimming pools, a private marina with sailboats, jet skis and whale-watching excursions. The Hyatt's e-concierge service can help you with reservations to local attractions and activities, including golf.
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay
1441 Quivira Rd.
San Diego, CA
(619) 224-1234
missionbay.hyatt.com
Bahia Resort Hotel
The Bahia Resort covers 14 acres on its own private peninsula in Mission Bay. Water views abound in this secluded spot. Bahia offers activities like swimming, tennis, a fitness center and the Bahia Belle Boat Cruise. The Bahia resort is close to many of the best San Diego attractions like the San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Petco Park and Torrey Pines.
Bahia Resort Hotel
998 West Mission Bay Dr.
San Diego, CA
(800) 576-4229
bahiahotel.com
Catamaran Resort
The Catamaran has 313 rooms, all within steps of Mission Bay Park, known as the world's largest aquatic park. The beach leading to the Pacific Ocean is only a short walk away. The Catamaran offers all sorts of water sports activities, a fitness center, full-service spa and business center. The resort is also kid-friendly, with the Catamaran Kid's Corner and Kid's Science Camp both on-site.
Catamaran Resort
3999 Mission Blvd.
San Diego, CA
(800) 422-8386
catamaranresort.com
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