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Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá, hotel in Santa Catalina

Hotel Santa Catalina Panama is set on the beach front, 66 feet from the popular surfing spot of La Punta. This property is a 12 minute walk from Playa Estero, the sandy beach in Santa Catalina.

Wonderful Staff.
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
387 reviews
Price from$105per night
Villa Coco, hotel in Santa Catalina

Villa Coco, in the heart of Santa Catalina, is a luxury boutique hotel and one of the most famous in the small and picturesque town.

Excellent staff and cleanliness. The hotels restaurant is quite delicious. Super cool pool and tasty cocktails.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
310 reviews
Price from$146per night
OceanFront Bungalows - Paradise Rentals, hotel in Santa Catalina

Located in Santa Catalina, a 3-minute walk from Estero, OceanFront Bungalows - Paradise Rentals provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

What an amazing place! Can’t say enough good things about the property. The owner was very accommodating, the property was beautiful and clean and we could lay in our bed and see the ocean waves crashing down during this super moon high tide! Surfers were out there in large numbers having a blast. We had a long drive on the day we arrived and our host made us the best frozen margaritas that we have ever had! The town is small and friendly which was perfect. This property has an awesome pool that we had to ourselves every evening. If your looking for a clean, comfortable, romantic getaway… this place is it! Best place we went to in Panama!
10
Scored 10
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
10 reviews
Price from$127per night
Vista Coiba Villas & Restaurant, hotel in Santa Catalina

Hotel Vista Coiba Villas & Restaurant is set 40 mts from the popular surfing spot of La Punta. This property is a 15 minute walk from Playa Estero, the sandy beach in Santa Catalina.

Nice view and location near a great surf break. We rented the 1st floor apartment and it met our needs for space and spreading out. Rented an additional single room for our 2 boys to sleep, but we were all able to hang out in the apartment. The pool was nice and kept clean. Food at the restaurant was good.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
883 reviews
Price from$93.56per night
Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines, hotel in Santa Catalina

Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines offers accommodations in Santa Catalina. The property is located in front of the beach, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar.

We had the best time! You simply can’t beat the location right on the beach and the hotel was very cute! The staff was very accommodating and nice!
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
389 reviews
Price from$66per night
Hotel Las Hamacas, hotel in Santa Catalina

Offering a terrace, views of the pool and garden Hotel Las Hamacas is centrally located in Santa Catalina. The property is very close to surfing beaches, diving shops and restaurants.

Outdoor sitting area was nicely situated and quiet. A/C worked well.
7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
441 reviews
Price from$44.10per night
Hotel Brisa Mar, hotel in Santa Catalina

Located in Santa Catalina, within a 1-minute walk of Santa Catalina Beach and one mile of Estero, Hotel Brisa Mar has a bar.

Close to everything
6.9
Scored 6.9
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
190 reviews
Price from$30per night
Hibiscus Garden, hotel in Santa Catalina

The beachfront Hibiscus Garden is located on Lagartero Beach just 6.2 mi from Santa Catalina, where you can enjoy surfing or lounging.

Beautiful- loved the grounds great bar great pool Great people - special time in paradise
6.3
Scored 6.3
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
176 reviews
Price from$60per night
Coibahouse, hotel in Santa Catalina

Coibahouse is a quaint property located along the beach in Santa Catalina that features 24-hour reception and the friendly staff can assist with the arrangements for island outings and fishing.

What’s not to love?! We loved our stay at Coibahouse! The views were amazing and the property is charming and peaceful. Darcy was a great host! We hope to come back with our kids. This is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy life.
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
186 reviews
Price from$105per night
Hostal Familiar Rolo, hotel in Santa Catalina

Located in Santa Catalina, within a 1-minute walk of Santa Catalina Beach and one mile of Estero, Hostal Familiar Rolo provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private...

The views are amazing!! The waters of the Pacific here are warm and so are the staff ...very helpful...the room was clean an very comfortable
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
827 reviews
Price from$35per night
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What Guests Said About Santa Catalina:

  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    Santa Catalina is an interesting place.

    Santa Catalina is an interesting place. If I were younger and a surfer, it might be awesome. At this stage it feels like it is still the frontier, the “wild west” of Panama. It is obviously super popular with the crunchy backpacker and surfer crowd, and judging by the development taking place (golf course down the road), it will soon be popular with the expats and gringos as well.
    Glen
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Good place to have a day trip to Coiba, we did an excellent...

    Good place to have a day trip to Coiba, we did an excellent snorkelling tour with Watching Dolphins. Playa Estero is very pleasant for a lazy afternoon ( but better with a car!). Some pleasant restaurants in the village : We liked lodge bar and restaurant, very good and friendly. Very disappointed by Los Penguinos, beautiful view and nice for a drink, but very very very long service. There is an ATM near the Pharmacia and supermarket.
    Claude
    France
  • 10
    Scored 10

    I’ve been to Santa Catalina about 9x in the last 15 yrs.

    I’ve been to Santa Catalina about 9x in the last 15 yrs. It’s clearly a place I enjoy. I’m there for the diving. If you go there to dive you should visit Isla Coiba … it’s world class. Of course you also have surfing, kayaking, fishing, walking on the beach or just relaxing at your hotel pool. Highly recommend getting out and enjoying one of the many restaurants. I also really like the people, who I find friendly and hard working. Hangout by the beach at sunset and you’ll find locals & tourist playing volleyball or just sitting over a cold beer enjoying the view.
    Joe
    United States of America
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Santa Catalina is quiet surf town.

    Santa Catalina is quiet surf town. During the day, most of the restaurants were closed. There are two beaches, the nicer one is Estero beach, which is good place to surf, even for the beginners. You can do snorkling trips, diving, surf or kayaking to the Santa Catalina island, where the beach was great and water clear.
    RiikkaJJ
    Finland
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Santa Catalina is an extremely nice surfer town!

    Santa Catalina is an extremely nice surfer town! It is definitely one of my favourite spots in Panama in general! It is more remote so if you are a solo traveler I would suggest staying in a social hostel. The people are friendly and it is a really nice town as a beginning surfer or advanced. And you should do the coiba tour!!! It is so beautifull, i have no regrets paying a little more for a tour like this.
    A
    Anonymous
  • 10
    Scored 10

    One of the top places I've been to for scuba diving, I've...

    One of the top places I've been to for scuba diving, I've been there a few times and I've seen whale sharks, bull sharks, white tip sharks, giant oceanic rays, cownose rays, eels, sea turtles, sea horses, frogfish, etc. Loved eating in Hotel Iguanito, Ai Mamita (in Villa Coco Hotel), and for breakfast: Café Panachocolat and Sugar Mamas. Not super easy to get around, you basically need a shuttle or car to go through the bumpy road. Once there, it's a bit hilly for the average walker/bike rider. If you stay in the intersection where all the dive centers are located, and you're there to scuba dive, then you're walking distance from everything you need.
    Sandra
    Panama

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Santa Catalina

  • From $72.60 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 389 reviews
    The staff went here above and beyond for us. I thought I had booked an extra night we loved it so much, but I messed up the date and had reserved the following night. I assumed it's my loss as they were booked for the consecutive night and we had nowhere to go. One of the amazing staff members found my friend in the restaurant and told them there was a last minute cancellation and could move us into that room for the night without any change fee! No chain hotel would do this. Stay here, it's beautiful beach side views with pool.
    Diana
    United States of America
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 273 reviews
    Juan and Chris put passion and care into every detail at this hotel. The rooms are comfortable and clean and they personally prepare delicious food and drinks at their restaurant - so much so that it’s often packed with local expats. They know the area very well, offering plenty of advice about excursions and even arranging a snorkeling trip to Coiba for us. It’s at a perfect price point for couples or older travelers in particular. Take advantage of this opportunity, as there aren’t many places left like this!
    Michael
    United States of America
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 884 reviews
    Breakfast was excellent and the evening meal in the restaurant was good, possibly the best food in town for the money. The room was nice but looked out over the parking area, not a garden view. There is a pizza place and coffee/ice-cream place very nearby. People running the hotel were very helpful. The pool was clean and there were shaded areas and loungers in the garden.
    David
    United States of America
  • From $72.60 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 389 reviews
    the area (close to the beach) is amazing, you can rent surfboards and the offered trip to Isla Coiba is worth the money (and the same price like everyone else), the small pool is nice and clean, you can relax being in the hotel, getting drinks and swimming in the sea at the same time which is kind of unique there. beach is clean too.
    Sinha
    Germany
  • From $57.20 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 353 reviews
    Location is great, easy to walk into town and possible to walk to the beach, although a little long in the heat but doable. Poll is lovely and views of the sunset are beautiful. Staff were helpful and you can book a Coiba trip directly with the hotel and they will pick you up in the morning which is very convenient.
    Elly
    United Kingdom
  • From $38.50 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 827 reviews
    A great hostel run by a super friendly family from Santa Catalina. The bungalow in the front with a private terace a great view and direct acces to the beach is mind blowing. The people speak fluently english. I had a problem with my car and the family did the whole conversation with the rental company for me.
    Robert
    Switzerland
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 275 reviews
    Super easy check-in process, seamless entry and responsiveness for the host :) Great location central to all the beaches in town. Amazing wifi, worked all week without issues (power went out 1 day but that's Panama, the hotel nearby turned into my office for the afternoon) Spacious and great kitchen
    John
    United States of America
  • From $53.90 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 245 reviews
    The owner Francesco and his team made this trip so unique! Eco-Lodge is definitely a good choice while staying in Santa Catalina! And of course, please try the restaurant of Francesco, it is worth it! We felt like a part of this familiar team, so we highgly recommend this place!
    Vanessa
    Austria
  • From $20.90 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 296 reviews
    Breakfast was complete, coffe, pancake and fruit, the host make the breakfast once you are up so everything is fresh. The location has everything close, beach, restaurants, however you can cook your own meal, that also a plus if you don't want to expend additional money.
    De leon
    Panama
  • From $115.50 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 387 reviews
    This is probably the nicest hotel in the area. The room is large and the bed is comfortable. The staff is friendly and helpful. The food at the restaurant is excellent and has great views. We would definitely stay here again. Get gas and go to an ATM before you arrive.
    Laura
    United States of America
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 884 reviews
    - Lorna is probably the nicest host you will find in Panama! - the view, combined with the location - it‘s not in the center of Santa Catalina, but you can reach everything by a short walk along the main streets or the beach (just head left when leaving the property)
    Ramtin
    Germany
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 310 reviews
    - beautiful room with kingsize bed, outdoor shower and patio - nice pool are with canopy beds - beautifully decorated restaurant area - delicious fresh food at dinner and great atmosphere - hotel organizes tours to Isla Coiba in advance
    Christian
    Germany
  • From $43.56 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 777 reviews
    Clean, pretty, nice location - 7 minutes from the beach (20 from the surfers beach), great fruit shop and grocery store below, some restaurants and bars on the road, laundry on the next door hostel. Super nice manager! Big sharing kitchen.
    אביב
    Panama
  • From $20.90 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 296 reviews
    The Family Vibe hang out cook together beach together sunsets are unreal it’s a feeling I’ve never felt the connection before like this in other hostels. Best night is BBQ night we kept extending & doing more nights in Catalina
    L
    Lois P.
    Germany
  • From $49.50 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,038 reviews
    Its nice hotel, in Santa Catalina, we mainly chose it because it was pet friendly and we booked late. The staff is super friendly and its close to the main activities on town.
    Ligia
    Panama
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 309 reviews
    Great Location and Great Views! Host was very accommodating, Room was extremely clean and comfortable. Best place out of three that we stayed in around Santa Catalina!
    Nicholas
    United States of America
  • From $38.50 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 827 reviews
    Everything was perfect! It’s so beautiful and a great location. Also it’s the only hostel owned by a local family in Santa Catalina! Totally reccomend.
    Lila
    United States of America
  • From $55 per night
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 176 reviews
    Not a swimming beach due to the muddy black beach, but at least it was quiet and away from the tourist crowds of Santa Catalina. Nice swimming pool.
    Jonathan
    South Africa
  • From $75.90 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 837 reviews
    The people at reception really nice and helpful! Great right on the beach and perfect for surfers and beach lovers
    Alicia
    United Kingdom
  • From $75.90 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 837 reviews
    The hotel is one the beach, and the sand is soft and the water was clear and clean!
    Katherine
    Panama