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Catamaran Resort and Spa

4.0 star property

Catamaran Resort and Spa

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine, beach views
Front of property
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
$227
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23, 2026

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3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92109
  • Place, Mission Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Bay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Beach Boardwalk
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Bay View, Tower

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Resort)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Resort)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(80 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed (Pacific View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds (Pacific View Studio)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed (Resort)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Garden View, Tower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds (Bay Front Doubles Suite First Floor)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Multiple Beds (Bay Front, Second Floor)

  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Bay Front King First Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Bay Front Queens First Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed (Bay Front, Second Floor)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Bay Front King Suite First Floor)

  • 452 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Bay Front, Second Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Bay Front, Second Floor)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

Room, 2 Queen Beds (ADA Garden, with Shower)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub (ADA Bay Front) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub (ADA Bay Front)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (ADA Garden) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (ADA Garden)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub (ADA Garden)

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View (ADA with Shower) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View (ADA with Shower)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Catamaran Resort and Spa

4-star resort in Mission Beach
At Catamaran Resort and Spa, catch some rays at the beach, pamper yourself at the full-service spa, or enjoy yoga.
Catamaran Resort and Spa offers 300 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Catamaran Spa has 10 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or kick back in the shade with cabanas (surcharge) and umbrellas. At Catamaran Resort and Spa, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa or have fun in the sun with activities like windsurfing and sailing.

The resort offers a restaurant. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This beach resort also offers an outdoor pool, a health club, and a hot tub. Parking is available onsite for a surcharge.

Catamaran Resort and Spa is a smoke-free property.

Local cuisine breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 11:30 AM.
Oceana Coastal Kitchen - This beachfront restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 50 for adults and USD 10 to 50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Oceana Coastal Kitchen

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference center (22 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • In a regional park
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 10 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave on request
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 30 2025 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 125.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 75 lbs per pet
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 52.79 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Bicycle storage
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Partner property access
  • Partner property pool access
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 for adults, and USD 10 to 50 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 45.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 50.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 125.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Catamaran
Catamaran Resort
Catamaran Resort San Diego
Catamaran San Diego
Resort Catamaran
Catamaran Hotel Mission Bay
Catamaran Resort & Spa San Diego
Catamaran Resort Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 637 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1112 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely, staff was friendly, area around the resort was also really nice. There were rentable bikes and boats, and running: walking paths, tons of food and sites to see without having to drive. Only thing i didn’t love was valet hours but i am sure most people aren’t tryig to go do things before 730.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The good, great location. Located on a calm and large bay beach. The best part about this property is it only takes about 3 minutes to walk to ocean. The boardwalk , with its many restaurants, bars, surfboard, skateboard, bike, beach chair rentals, and yes the Pacific Ocean and its large beach is amazing. I could have spent the entire week there. Easy uber rides to many other attractions, or bike many places. The bad , the room had a strong mildew smell and is older and in need of some updating. The pool area is basic and the pool bar is not really a bar, it is a drink stand the charges a real bar price as if it has some ambiance. Read the fine print, I was surprised by a $52 a day resort fee after my stay. This should really be reflected in the upfront price as I did not receive anything special for the fee. The service and amenities are about what you would expect at a national discount motel chain. If you want a great location and friendly staff and will spend most of your time away from resort anyway, you will like it , just be aware of true price.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer, Renton

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

KASEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful landscaping
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful family resort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Mario

Traveled with family
I never received the payment receipt
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean but the room is in need of remodeling…very old
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The grounds and the location make this a very relaxing and convenient stay. However, the service is somewhat lacking. When we made request for coffee pods to make coffee, they were incredibly slow to the point where we had to go to the main desk and get them ourselves. The same thing happened when we requested a microwave. It was nice that they would supply one when requested because they were not in the room, but they took a day to get it to us. Moreover, parking at $45 a day it’s just outrageous. San Diego is not New York.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Amelia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good, comfortable, but needs some updates

The stay was good, the hotel was nice, but for the price it seemed kind of outdated for a “resort” style hotel. The room layout needs to be looked into. We booked a room with two queens and the second bed was very close to the balcony door and A/C making it a little hard to get between even for our child. You can hear people in the hallway if they’re talking. You can hear the room above and below you, especially if they’re opening their balcony door. You can hear traffic/sirens outside. I’ve stayed in hotels near airports and you don’t hear a thing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa, Puyallup W

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel truly exceeded our expectations — from check-in to check-out, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The on-site restaurant was amazing, and the view? Absolutely spectacular! 🌅✨ We’ll definitely be back. The only minor note is that the room could use a little updating, but aside from that, we had a really pleasant and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Fontana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We brought our little dog and it was perfect. So close to beach and bay! Loved the restaurant and lava Java for morning coffee! We will be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect staycation & amazing views
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jillian

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Some of the front desk staff was not very friendly. Manager is wonderful and helped with an issue we had with our bill. Grounds are beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Tim

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arishdeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous tropical tiki & beach fun

Loved the location. So great to walk across the street to Pacific beach or relax under an umbrella on the Bayside, watching the windsurf action, people watching and ordering drinks from Catamaran's restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

When we checked in we were alerted that they overbooked the king room we booked and so we were given another room for the first night and upgraded to a king suite the second night. The first room they put us in had an active water leak and a large area of carpet was soaked. Once we notified them we were promptly moved. The king suite was very nice and very kind of them. The beds in all the rooms we stayed in were not very comfortable. We were charged $600 more than the rate we were given by hotels.com upon check out. Fixing this required a few conversations and a phone call. In the end, I was charged $100 more than the hotels.com rate and didn’t feel like putting more time in to resolve the issue. The location is fantastic and the staff are extremely kind. Overall, it was a good stay but we will not stay again because of the beds and the troubles.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025