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Hotel Santa Catalina Panama

3.0 star property
Colonial inn with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine, pool views
Fishing
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Yoga

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Memory foam bed
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds OR 6 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room (Triple)

Deluxe Room (Triple)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Memory foam bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Calle hacia el Estero, Hicaco, Veraguas

What's nearby

  • Estero Beach - 15 min walk
  • Santa Catalina Island - 3 min drive
  • Arrimadero Beach - 15 min drive
  • Lagartero Beach - 31 min drive
  • El Banco Beach - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinguino Café - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tiki Lodge Bar & Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪JAMMIN HOSTEL & PIZZERIA - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Vista Coiba Villas - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pescao Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel Santa Catalina Panama

Inn near Estero Beach
Located close to Arrimadero Beach and Santa Catalina Island, Hotel Santa Catalina Panama provides a poolside bar, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Pescao, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and express check-out
  • Beach towels, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Porches or lanais, LED light bulbs and fridges

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 12 for adults and USD 7 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Pescao

Things to do

  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Surf lessons
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 12 for adults and USD 7 to 10 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Hotel Santa Catalina
Hotel Santa Catalina Panama
Santa Catalina Panama
Santa Catalina Panama Hicaco
Hotel Santa Catalina Panama Inn
Hotel Santa Catalina Panama Hicaco
Hotel Santa Catalina Panama Inn Hicaco

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Santa Catalina Panama have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Santa Catalina Panama?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Santa Catalina Panama on 24 Feb 2025 start from AU$231.95, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Santa Catalina Panama pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Santa Catalina Panama?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Santa Catalina Panama?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Santa Catalina Panama?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel Santa Catalina Panama located?

Situated by the ocean, this inn is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Estero Beach and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Santa Catalina Island. Arrimadero Beach and El Banco Beach are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Hotel Santa Catalina Panama Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 116 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

resham

Awesome property, highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Our stay was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Good hotel and location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Great visit
Visited for 4 nights and would recommend above the other hotels in Santa Catalina. A very relaxed atmosphere with great pool and restaurant area to hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Unique, cozy place. Perfect. The owners are awesome. Food great. Best place to stay in Catalina
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great stay
Nice place wirh pool and close to beach and all tours for Coiba. Great place and restaurant as well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Beautiful location right on an excellent surf break with nice pool, delicious food, friendly/attentive staff (especially, Elena, mi favorita!), comfortable, spacious rooms and all around great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Breathtaking view from the restaurant and pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Attentive and accommodating staff. Very personable. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

This hotel was a little bit away from the main area in Santa Catalina, but walkable to the two main beaches. Nice lazing areas on the property, and access to kayaks and the water. Though no real beach, just a rocky entrance.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stunning ocean view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

We stayed at Hotel Santa Catalina for 2 nights. It was absolutely gorgeous. A beautiful place to recharge.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Great spot. Walking distance to town, while still have lots of privacy. Views of the ocean from the pool. Wish I had more time here, it was so relaxing.

8/10 Good

jacques

The restaurant offers poor quality food. The personnel is condescendant.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adalberto

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sotero

Bueno limpio y seguro
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ton

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Carolin

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Estelle

Super sejour a santa catalina
Nous avons passe 3 jours jours en famille. Hotel vraiment tres beau, avec belle piscine face a la mer. Personnel vraiment adorable et gentil. Nous avons fait une sortie snorkelling avec l''hotel qui fait cela en partenariat avec une des agences du village. Vraiment tres bien. Possibilite de prendre le petit dej en supp, ou juste un cafe ou un coktail. Je recommande car le sejour etait vraiment parfait
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023