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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
826 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 $49.50 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,038 reviews
    Our stay at Bodhi was quiet nice! We slept in a so called "Tipi" but it was like a really small tiny house with an own bath. The community areas were also very nice and cosy. It is located in the "city centre" of Santa Catalina and very close to mini markets and tour provider for snorkelling or diving. Consequently it wasn't a surfer spot at all. All in all we enjoyed our stay at this hostel and we would really recommend this place to all, who love an relaxing place to be.
    U
    Ute
    Germany
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 186 reviews
    I recommend staying at Coiba House during your stop in Santa Catalina. It’s located right in front of the beach with direct private access. Stunning sunsets from the hammocks, and super quiet nights during which you’ll only hear the relaxing sound of the waves. Super clean rooms and shared bathroom. On top of that, Darcy is an amazing guest and human being, and it was a pleasure meeting his lovely and kind family. I’ll miss this place for sure. Gracias Darcy i familia!
    Alexandre
    France
  • From $72.60 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 389 reviews
    The hotel is right on the ocean -- the surfers walk down the stairs to the beach and start surfing. My room had a lovely view of the water and there are plenty of terraces with comfortable chairs that also look out on the ocean. The staff is very laid back but very helpful. The restaurant/bar is open all of the time, and the food is good.
    Philip
    United States of America
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 883 reviews
    We had a wonderful visit with family. Great setting, high above the beach, nice view. Exceptional sunsets!! Nice large pool, centrally located, great place to gather. Property manager, Israel, was helpful along with other staff. Breakfast was very good. Close to surfing areas & other restaurants. Easy parking.
    Margiestt
    Panama
  • 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 $48.51 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 441 reviews
    Nice hotel complex with rooms around the pool, small table/chairs and hammock in front of the room/on terrasse. Great location with supermarket and restaurants nearby, yet quiet at night. Daily room service/removal of garbage. Nice to have a shower with warm water. Staff was friendly.
    Claudine
    Switzerland
  • From $53.90 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 245 reviews
    This is a very calm and quiet place to have a holiday. The bamboo huts are quirky and very comfortable. And the place has the best sushi! This is a very nice place to spend for a few days in Santa Catalina - if you prefer peace and quiet. It’s a 15 minutes walking distance to town..
    Nana Rosendal
    Denmark
  • 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 $57.20 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 353 reviews
    I liked the view from the pool, the hotel is smalll so it doesn’t feel crowded and how charming the staff was, they gave us a refreshing welcome drink, made sure we were comfortable all the time and very nice. They had tours for great prices but sadly we didn’t stay long enough
    Moesha
    Panama
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 273 reviews
    The location is perfect if you are in Santa Cataline to scuba dive. It is also in about as close to the middle of town as you can get and the restaurant at the hotel made excellent fish for fupper. Kris was very easy to deal with.
    Murray
    Canada
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 273 reviews
    Central location for visiting Santa Catalina, just off main(only) road easy walk to beaches and other shops and resturants . Dinner at thier resturant was excellent. Owners were very friendlyand helpful.
    Joe Maryann
    United States of America
  • From $57.20 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 353 reviews
    We thought I would be more like a hostel, but I'ts a hotel kind of vibe. Very nice pool with a great view though . The road to get to Santa Catalina however is in very bad shape so keep this in mind.
    Michael
    Belgium
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 193 reviews
    The entire staff was amazing. So friendly and knowledgeable and fun! We loved the proximity to Santa Catalina (20 minute drive) and the fact that it offered so much privacy and quietude!
    Dolly
    United States of America
  • From $75.90 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 837 reviews
    Right on the beach! Amazing location- probably the best in Santa Catalina! Clean, cute cabinas with hot showers. The staff was friendly and helpful. Nice outside bar.
    Angela
    United States of America
  • From $36 per night
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 190 reviews
    Basic hotel not far from beach. You can use a kitchen an sit on the balcony for breakfast or a drink. Rooms are bigger than they write in their announcement.
    Thomas
    Germany
  • From $20.90 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 296 reviews
    Amazing stay! Location is perfect right across the beach in Santa Catalina. Great location. Felt very safe and staff was amazing. Rooms were clean.
    M
    Michael
    United States of America
  • From $72.60 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 389 reviews
    the location and views from the hotel are phenomenal. The staff was nice. Rooms are basic and a bit run down
    Sean
    Panama
  • From $115.50 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 387 reviews
    The hotel is ok but the best part of the restaurant and the servers, specially Thiago the Brazilian guy.
    andre
    United States of America
  • From $49.50 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,038 reviews
    Everything, the near I had from the restaurant, beaches and all the location.
    Ana
    Panama
  • From $75.90 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 837 reviews
    Amazing beach front accommodation, cheap surfboard rental, decent restaurant
    Randy v
    Canada