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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.

C
Cardoso
From
Panama
I had a truly wonderful stay at this hotel! From the moment I arrived, the staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and always ready to help with anything I needed. The location is ideal! will be back :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Price from
US$99
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.

S
Suzanne
From
Mexico
The place is amazing! We had a gorgeous suite. The staff is so friendly and welcoming. Also the food is very pod, delicious in fact. We definitely recommend the place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
Price from
US$130
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Iguanito

Hotel in Santa Catalina

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.

L
Lukas
From
Switzerland
Everything is great, Juan is a great host, super friendly. The food at the restaurant is delicious. The location is very central and the rooms are nice and clean. I thoroughly loved my stay here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
Price from
US$56.70
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
US$105
1 night, 2 adults

Cabañas Time Out

Hotel in Santa Catalina

Located in Santa Catalina, 400 metres from Santa Catalina Beach, Cabañas Time Out provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

K
Katarzyna
From
Poland
I was a bit hesitant to book at first because the hotel had only one review, but I’m so glad I did. The hotel and the staff were absolutely wonderful. There was a warm, friendly atmosphere and the staff were incredibly helpful. The hotel is new and truly deserves a high rating. The spot is amazing with beautiful views, and the pool is fantastic. The rooms were clean, spacious, and very well equipped, and the bed was really comfortable. The location is excellent. It was the best hotel we stayed at in Panama. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$139
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...

P
Paulina
From
Poland
Wonderful location, cozy but spacious and super clean bungalow, amazing ocean views and last but not least -superb hosts! We have spent the most delightful 3 days there and fell in love with Santa Catalina, Ricardo and his lovely wife! Hope to get back:)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
Price from
US$185
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
ManuelaB
From
Austria
Great location and the view from my terrace was amazing. Everyone was really welcoming and I'll definitely stay there again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 666 reviews
Price from
US$75
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Las Hamacas

Hotel in Santa Catalina

Hotel Las Hamacas is centrally located in Santa Catalina, right next to super markets, restaurants and the pharmacy.

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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 417 reviews
Price from
US$56.26
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, 376 reviews
Price from
US$79.20
1 night, 2 adults

Hibiscus Garden

Hotel in Santa Catalina

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.

S
Sarah
From
Germany
It was an amazing place: located in beautiful nature right on the beach; the pool was clean and had perfect temperature. The newly built bar is also very nice and the drinks and food were very special - the music was fantastic! But what we liked the most: the staff was very friendly and cool - thanks to all of you. Finally: cheers to Freddy ♥️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults
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Santa Catalina – 41 hotels and places to stay

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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.

C
Cardoso
From
Panama
I had a truly wonderful stay at this hotel! From the moment I arrived, the staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and always ready to help with anything I needed. The location is ideal! will be back :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Price from
US$99
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.

S
Suzanne
From
Mexico
The place is amazing! We had a gorgeous suite. The staff is so friendly and welcoming. Also the food is very pod, delicious in fact. We definitely recommend the place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 269 reviews
Price from
US$130
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Iguanito

Hotel in Santa Catalina

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.

L
Lukas
From
Switzerland
Everything is great, Juan is a great host, super friendly. The food at the restaurant is delicious. The location is very central and the rooms are nice and clean. I thoroughly loved my stay here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
Price from
US$56.70
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
US$105
1 night, 2 adults

Cabañas Time Out

Hotel in Santa Catalina

Located in Santa Catalina, 400 metres from Santa Catalina Beach, Cabañas Time Out provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

K
Katarzyna
From
Poland
I was a bit hesitant to book at first because the hotel had only one review, but I’m so glad I did. The hotel and the staff were absolutely wonderful. There was a warm, friendly atmosphere and the staff were incredibly helpful. The hotel is new and truly deserves a high rating. The spot is amazing with beautiful views, and the pool is fantastic. The rooms were clean, spacious, and very well equipped, and the bed was really comfortable. The location is excellent. It was the best hotel we stayed at in Panama. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$139
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...

P
Paulina
From
Poland
Wonderful location, cozy but spacious and super clean bungalow, amazing ocean views and last but not least -superb hosts! We have spent the most delightful 3 days there and fell in love with Santa Catalina, Ricardo and his lovely wife! Hope to get back:)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews
Price from
US$185
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
ManuelaB
From
Austria
Great location and the view from my terrace was amazing. Everyone was really welcoming and I'll definitely stay there again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 666 reviews
Price from
US$75
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Las Hamacas

Hotel in Santa Catalina

Hotel Las Hamacas is centrally located in Santa Catalina, right next to super markets, restaurants and the pharmacy.

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 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 417 reviews
Price from
US$56.26
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, 376 reviews
Price from
US$79.20
1 night, 2 adults

Hibiscus Garden

Hotel in Santa Catalina

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.

S
Sarah
From
Germany
It was an amazing place: located in beautiful nature right on the beach; the pool was clean and had perfect temperature. The newly built bar is also very nice and the drinks and food were very special - the music was fantastic! But what we liked the most: the staff was very friendly and cool - thanks to all of you. Finally: cheers to Freddy ♥️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews
Price from
US$45
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 375 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Santa Catalina and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 699 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.

From US$38.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 84 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.

From US$38.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 822 reviews

Situated in Santa Catalina, 600 metres from Santa Catalina Beach, Bodhi Santa Catalina features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

From US$77 per night

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

From US$330 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 502 reviews

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

From US$25.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews

Set in Santa Catalina, 800 metres from Santa Catalina Beach, Bambuda Santa Catalina offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From US$143.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 376 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.

From US$102.96 per night

Located in Santa Catalina, AmparitoCamp provides accommodation with pool with a view, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. The property features sea and pool views.

Hotels located in the centre of Santa Catalina

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 475 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.

From US$48.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 417 reviews

Hotel Las Hamacas is centrally located in Santa Catalina, right next to super markets, restaurants and the pharmacy.

From US$120.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews

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

From US$36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 666 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.

From US$82.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 81 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.

From US$75.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 46 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.

From US$54 per night

Set in Santa Catalina, 700 metres from Santa Catalina Beach, Sunrise Santa Catalina offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

From US$60.50 per night
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...

From US$275 per night

Budget hotels in Santa Catalina and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 195 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.

From US$119.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 105 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.

From US$60.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Set in Santa Catalina, 90 metres from Estero, Costa Catalina - Beachfront Escape offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$113.85 per night

Set in Santa Catalina, Villa Rio Grande offers accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and garden views. Estero is 2.4 km from the lodge.

From US$82.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 809 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.

From US$74.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 165 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.

From US$49.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 220 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
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.

FAQs about hotels in Santa Catalina

What guests said about Santa Catalina:

10

There is nothing to do in the town if you are not out on the...

There is nothing to do in the town if you are not out on the water. The snorkeling was great and we talked to people who had been diving and they all said it was incredible. We ate a couple of restaurants and the food was surprisingly good at all spots.
Guest review by
Anonymous
United States
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

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

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

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

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews
Everthing! The breakfast was amazing, best passion fruit juice! Amazing view and great sunsets from the top of the Hotel. Gino was the best, very friendly and helpful, he took care of everything! The host was also very kind and funny! The rooms are super comfy and clean with a nice terrace with hammocks to hang out. AC and Wifi worked well. Cafés, Restaurants and the beach are in walking distance. We would definitely come back.
Guest review by
Laura
Germany
From US$60.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
It's a nice local business with a comfy dorm, nice staff, and really near the good beach of Santa Catalina. The restaurant offers decent food to moderate or even low prices for Panama and the location. Would have stayed longer knowing all this before.
Guest review by
Simon
Germany
From US$36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 165 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.
Guest review by
Thomas
Germany
From US$102.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews
Breakfast 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!!
Guest review by
Lauri Linn
Netherlands
From US$49.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 165 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.
Guest review by
Jonathan
South Africa