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Tiki Lodge Hotel de Charme

Hotel in Santa Catalina

Situated in Santa Catalina, 400 metres from Santa Catalina Beach, Tiki Lodge Hotel de Charme features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

R
Rosemary
From
United Kingdom
I had an incredible, relaxing stay at Tiki Lodge. I loved all the little touches from the tropical surf-inspired decor to the organic hand soap in the bathrooms (presented with a dehydrated orange peel). It was such an honour to be one of the first guests here (the place is spotless). My bed, the soft blue blanket, and all four pillows were super comfortable and the room has air conditioning and a fan. There is a pool (which changes lights at night) and you’re surrounded by palm trees with an all round zen feeling. Solo female travelers will appreciate that it’s on the main street just minutes walking from the beach and all the tour operators that organise trips to Coiba (they can also help you arrange tours). Breakfast is included and yummy with three available choices. This was one of those rare places that felt like home. Thank you so much everyone. I know where I’ll be staying whenever I next find myself in Santa Catalina.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
Price from
£62.23
1 night, 2 adults

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.

R
Richard
From
United Kingdom
We loved our stay at Villa Coco, it was very clean and modern. Our room had a wonderful view through to the sea. The restaurant is amazing, with changes to the menu each day and the food was delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
Price from
£109.83
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá

Hotel in Santa Catalina

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.

G
Giulia
From
Italy
Great location, great restaurant and pool, great staff. It is totally worthy! The rooms are spacious and clean, and it’s nice to chill in the amaca with the geckos and the iguanas. The staff is particularly friendly - ask them for tips and to book with a local tour to visit Coiba, you won’t regret it! There’s also a great selection of surfboards to get for free to try at the Playa el Estero.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
Price from
£85.42
1 night, 2 adults

OceanFront Bungalows - Paradise Rentals

Hotel in Santa Catalina

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 private beach...

J
JG
From
Canada
Wow! Hospitality (and construction) is Ricardo's game and he is at the top of it! You'll be hard pressed to find a more accommodating or helpful host. He gave us a lovely upgrade to the Oceanview bungalow with a full kitchen which came in handy for our couple of night stay. He was great communicating with us when we took a diversion pre-arrival, and then went over and above to make us so comfortable when we arrived and even set us up to watch the biiiiig Hockey Game :-p with a big tv at the bar area. He's a wealth of knowledge and he and his wife Ingun, were so lovely and helpful during our stay and gave us fab restaurant recommendations. We ate at their fave places and loved them. Thanks so much! The property is private with a big pool and was easy to find - in a peaceful spot with fab ocean views of the surfer point and that sunset - gorgeous! The king bed was really comfy too with nice linens. Enjoy your stay - We did!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
Price from
£150.50
1 night, 2 adults

Nativo

Hotel in Santa Catalina

Situated in Santa Catalina, 1.2 km from Santa Catalina Beach, Nativo features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

M
Martha
From
United States
Friendliness of all staff and cute rooms with hammocks. Snorkeling / views were my best part. Close to restaurants too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 605 reviews
Price from
£42.71
1 night, 2 adults

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.

N
Natalie
From
Italy
Vista Coiba is the perfect hotel for a stay in Santa Catalina! The staff is really friendly and very helpful (also, they speak english!). We had good breakfast everyday at the porch with a stunning view (also the sunsets from there are beautiful). The pool is nice too! The rooms are spacious and very clean, every room has his own hammock at the entrance (: They organized also a snorkeling tour for us and everything went perfectly well: they picked us up in the morning and brought us back in the evening. The snorkeling spots were beautiful and the linch was good! The tour guide was a really nice guy, you could tell that he loves his job!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 791 reviews
Price from
£73.22
1 night, 2 adults

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.

M
Matteo
From
Australia
The position and the staff were absolutely amazing, the room nice and clean!! Perfect spot in santa Catalina..highly recommended
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews
Price from
£34.98
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines

Hotel in Santa Catalina

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.

S
Stefan
From
Netherlands
The location, the staff, the garden were amazing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews
Price from
£42.95
1 night, 2 adults

Cabañas Sherlley

Hotel in Santa Catalina

Set in Santa Catalina, 1.2 km from Santa Catalina Beach, Cabañas Sherlley offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi.

M
Marietunga
From
Panama
Excellent communication, flexibility. There's a shower avaliable for guests after check out which is convenient if you want to go on a tour or the beach on your check out date.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
£35.50
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Brisa Mar

Hotel in Santa Catalina

Boasting a bar, Hotel Brisa Mar is located in Santa Catalina in the Veraguas region, 200 metres from Santa Catalina Beach. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a...

S
Stuart
From
Australia
Teodora is a wonderful host. She organised a boat trip to the island with her brother. Great place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews
Price from
£26.62
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

    La Chamba Surf House has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Santa Catalina. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

    Located in Santa Catalina and only less than 1 km from Estero, Catalina Cabins provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Set in Santa Catalina, 1.2 km from Santa Catalina Beach, Cabañas Sherlley offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

    Eco-Lodge Deseo Bamboo is located in Santa Catalina, and offers free WiFi access. The accommodation provides a balcony, a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

    Set 200 metres from Estero and 1.8 km from Santa Catalina Beach, Oceans Hostal provides accommodation in Santa Catalina. This guest house offers free private parking and a 24-hour front desk.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Located in Santa Catalina, Hotel Vista Linda is 90 metres from Estero and features various facilities, such as a terrace, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 828 reviews

    Set in Santa Catalina, a few steps from Estero, Hotel Oasis & Surf Camp offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge.

Hotels located in the centre of Santa Catalina

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews

    Set in Santa Catalina, 400 metres from Santa Catalina Beach, Sunset Catalina offers rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi. The guest house has family rooms.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 738 reviews

    Hostel Villa Vento Surf Surf Santa Catalina is set in Santa Catalina and has an outdoor swimming pool and barbecue facilities. Among the various facilities of this property are a garden and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews

    Boasting a bar, Hotel Brisa Mar is located in Santa Catalina in the Veraguas region, 200 metres from Santa Catalina Beach.

  • Discover Coiba Panama Tour is located in Santa Catalina. The property is non-smoking and is set 600 metres from Santa Catalina Beach.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 497 reviews

    Situated in Santa Catalina, 700 metres from Santa Catalina Beach, Urbanos Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews

    Hibiscus Garden has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Santa Catalina. The hotel features both free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 605 reviews

    Situated in Santa Catalina, 1.2 km from Santa Catalina Beach, Nativo features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 791 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

    This 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Del Mar Santa Catalina is set in Santa Catalina. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located less than 1 km from Santa Catalina Beach.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

    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 private beach area...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    Located in Santa Catalina, 300 metres from Estero, Hostal Surfers Paradise provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Located 2.4 km from Estero, Surfasana Lodge offers free bikes, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

    Situated in Santa Catalina, 100 metres from Estero and 1.9 km from Santa Catalina Beach, Rancho Estero features accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and sea views.

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What guests said about Santa Catalina:

  • 8.0

    Funky surfer world with good restaurants.

    Funky surfer world with good restaurants. Feels like real Panama. Pleasant and relaxing except for the last 20k driving on the rough gravel road under heavy construction (Feb 2025). Once finished it will be great. Difficult drive at dusk and after dark with people on horseback. No gas station in town so be sure to fill up when on Hwy 5 in Sona or at the one Delta station about 1/2 way to Santa Catalina.
    Guest review by
    Enzo MM
    United States
  • 10.0

    Santa Catalina is a lovely little village.

    Santa Catalina is a lovely little village. The atmosphere is relaxing, people are friendly and it’s a nice place to hang out. The snorkeling and diving at Coiba island are impressive and gorgeous. A definite must!!
    Guest review by
    Maria
    Panama
  • 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.
    Guest review by
    Glen
    United States
  • 10.0

    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.
    Guest review by
    Claude
    France
  • 10.0

    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.
    Guest review by
    Joe
    United States
  • 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.
    Guest review by
    RiikkaJJ
    Finland

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  • From £73.22 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 791 reviews
    Without a doubt (one of) the best locations you will find in Catalina. The views from the garden + deck are unmatched. Very kind and warm staff, excellent breakfast and dinner. We had a great day trip to Coiba arranged via the hotel. Also, many restaurants within a short walking distance! Nice pool. But the biggest magic is the view, truly stunning and nothing short of paradise. Very happy to have stayed here.
    Guest review by
    Liesbeth
    Netherlands
  • From £48.81 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 605 reviews
    The location is unbeatable: very close from Santa Catalina main street (use the handy shortcut by the beach), and has amazing shared facilities, such as the pool and the nice bar and patio area. The budget twin room is literally just a tiny room with two beds, full stop, but it's a great deal because you will still have access to all the amazing share facilities. Staff is nice and helpful.
    Guest review by
    Carol40
    Italy
  • From £53.69 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 375 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.
    Guest review by
    Philip
    United States
  • From £45.84 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 828 reviews
    Fantastic location at the beach. About a 20 minute walk from Santa Catalina. Although this walk is during the daytime very hot and exposed to the sun. With, hopefully in the near future, improvements this could be a top location.
    Guest review by
    Jeroen Smit Bloemendaal
    Netherlands
  • From £30.10 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 738 reviews
    - Close to Santa Catalina's beaches and its incredible wave - Food amenities on site - Perfect staff - Exceptional vibe, a far cry from the city! - Clean common areas
    Guest review by
    Ewan
    France