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Santa Catalina – 22 hotels and places to stay
Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá
Hotel Santa Catalina Panama is set on the beach front, 20 meters from the popular surfing spot of La Punta. This property is a 12 minute walk from Playa Estero, the sandy beach in Santa Catalina.
Villa Coco
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.
OceanFront Bungalows - Paradise Rentals
Located in Santa Catalina, 300 metres from Estero, OceanFront Bungalows - Paradise Rentals provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Vista Coiba Villas & Restaurant
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.
Hotel Iguanito
Offering a restaurant, Hotel Iguanito is located in Santa Catalina, 80 metres from Santa Catalina Beach and 11 km from Lagartero Beach. Free WiFi access is available in all areas.
Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines
Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines offers accommodation in Santa Catalina. The property is located in front of the beach, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar.
Hotel Las Hamacas
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.
Hotel Brisa Mar
Boasting a bar, Hotel Brisa Mar is located in Santa Catalina in the Veraguas region, 200 metres from Santa Catalina Beach and 1.6 km from Estero.
Coibahouse
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.
Hostal Familiar Rolo
Located in Santa Catalina, within 200 metres of Santa Catalina Beach and 1.7 km of Estero, Hostal Familiar Rolo provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...
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Catalina's Hideaway
Hotel in Santa CatalinaCheap hotel9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 199 reviewsFacing the beachfront, Catalina's Hideaway offers 4-star accommodation in Santa Catalina and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden.
excellent service. great hospitality. Clean rooms. family atmosphere
Villa Coco
Hotel in Santa CatalinaCheap hotel9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 309 reviewsVilla Coco, in the heart of Santa Catalina, is a luxury boutique hotel and one of the most famous in the small and picturesque town.
Perfect. Pool, service, location, room. Everything
9.8Scored 9.8ExceptionalRated exceptional· 11 reviewsLocated in Santa Catalina, 300 metres from Estero, OceanFront Bungalows - Paradise Rentals provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Fantastisch uitzicht, aan zee en mooie ruime bungalow
Hotel Iguanito
Hotel in Santa CatalinaCheap hotel8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 272 reviewsOffering a restaurant, Hotel Iguanito is located in Santa Catalina, 80 metres from Santa Catalina Beach and 11 km from Lagartero Beach. Free WiFi access is available in all areas.
Excellent location, great room, daily housekeeping, friendly and helpful staff
Hotel Sol y Mar
Hotel in Santa CatalinaCheap hotel8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 308 reviewsThis small hotel is located in Santa Catalina and features air-conditioned rooms, free breakfast and an outdoor swimming pools with sea views. Hotel Sol y Mar also has free Wi-Fi in public areas.
Hote serviable, taille chambre, proximité ville/plage
Hotel Las Hamacas
Hotel in Santa CatalinaCheap hotel7.3Scored 7.3GoodRated good· 438 reviewsOffering 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.
הבריכה מושלמת. מיקום טוב. חדר גדול. עובדים נחמדים.
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What guests said about Santa Catalina:
- 6.0Scored 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.
GlenUnited States - 10Scored 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.ClaudeFrance - 10Scored 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.JoeUnited States - 8.0Scored 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.
RiikkaJJFinland - 10Scored 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.AAnonymous - 10Scored 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.
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- From US$42.69 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 787 reviews10/10 ⭐️ I had the best experience at Hostel Villa Vento Surf! The owners Steven & Daniel were extremely helpful and you can always have a laugh with them. Besides that the rooms, bathrooms, pool, and kitchen are getting cleaned regularly. There is enough space for guest to hang out, play games, cook, and socialize. Villa Vento is the place to stay at in Santa Catalina, if you want to get to know travelers, locals, and cuddle with Flocki. 🐶
ElisabethAustria - 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 189 reviewsThis is a great home feeling place to stay in Santa Catalina. Only 3 rooms what makes it very familiar and not a big problem to share the toilet and the shower. The kitchen is very helpful to cook easy meals instead of going to restaurants. The view is amazing and you are surrounded by nature! Many local restaurants and mini markets around on a walking distance. We had a car but never needed to use it during our 3 days in Santa Catalina.FreixoPortugal
- From US$55 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 467 reviewsThe hotel is in an excellent location close to shops and restaurants. The bus stop is just outside. The cafe on the ground floor makes tasty food at reasonable prices, although a discount for hotel residents would be nice. Short walk to the town beach for sunset, and a longer 20-30 minute walk to a nicer beach for daytime activities. Rooms are generally clean, fresh and comfortable. Many staff are friendly and professional.JamesUnited Kingdom
- From US$38.50 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 1,036 reviewsintended to come only for two nights. in the end I stayed one entire week jn Bodhi. The hats as well as the hostel itself are well equipped. however, it’s the unique atmosphere what’s makes this place special. the hotel manager Adrian and it’s Team are more than friendly and make you feel home right from the beginning. dive schools and restaurants are close by. will definitely return
MoritzGermany - From US$20.90 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 298 reviewsReally friendly & helpful Team. Perfect hostel stay, close to beach, all staff warm, welcoming, polite and helpful. very clean, nice quiet rooms always cool and with very comfy beds. Free breakfast is amazing really great, I loved that.JJoshuaUnited States
- From US$72.60 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 390 reviewsThe location is spot on! Exactly where u want to be when you are in Santa Catalina. The staff is really nice and always trying to help. Renting surfboards is cheap (mostly softtops) and you walk to the beach really easily.Lauri LinnNetherlands
- From US$115.50 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 394 reviewsThe view is excellent. Beautiful pool looking to the ocean with a good restaurant and bar. Very friendly people at the hotel and the restaurant. Huge portion of food for dinner. Room is moderate but clean, and good size.
ZsoltHungary - From US$71.50 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 360 reviewsBeautiful view from the reception where you can have a beer with a view.(unless it rains and then it's all over the porch). There's a cute cat. Theres a shortcut to the Santa Catalina beach.AlexIsrael
- 9.2Scored 9.2SuperbRated superb· 199 reviewsThe 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!DollyUnited States
- From US$115.50 per night8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 394 reviewsRooms are very comfortable, good location near the beach, the restaurant has amazing food with good prices. The pool is nice and the hotel area is super relaxing. Loved the place!
LeegeniaPanama - 8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 308 reviewsYou can relax on the terrace or at bar and swimming pool. Manager of the hotel named "Dino" is very helpful. Without his services, our hotel rating would have been worse.PetrCzech Republic
- From US$38.50 per night9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 841 reviewsNice Hostel in the center of Santa Catalina (also direct access to the beach). You can rent Kajaks and Surf Boards and the staff is really nice. Basic but clean rooms
LukasGermany - From US$72.60 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 390 reviewsBreakfast was good and not that expensive, hotel is right at the beach. Really nice people, easy check in and out. Would definitely recommend this place!!Lauri LinnNetherlands
- 5.6Scored 5.6Above averageRated okay· 121 reviewsThe boy who runs the place is trying is best, and is nice, but needs actual management. the family that owns the hotel is the problem.JesseCanada
- 8.9Scored 8.9FabulousRated fabulous· 272 reviewsVery nice hosts and spacious and clean rooms. The hotel is situated in a great location close to all the restaurants and the beachMarieGermany
- From US$36 per night6.9Scored 6.9PleasantRated pleasant· 190 reviewsFriendly staff and clean facilities. All that I needed. Also close to the beach, supermarket s bars and restaurantsMichaelUnited Kingdom
- From US$166.10 per night9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 309 reviewsExcellent staff and cleanliness. The hotels restaurant is quite delicious. Super cool pool and tasty cocktails.
FlorianAustria - From US$75.90 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 845 reviewsThe beach location is amazing, and the newer individual casita's at the far end of the complex are wonderful.RobCanada
- From US$75.90 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 845 reviewsJust next to the beach El Estero. Fantastic location for surfers and people who enjoy the Pacific.NinaSwitzerland
- 8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 148 reviewsFree breakfast was nice and the location is very central to restaurants and dive shops.JonathanBarbados
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