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Hotel Santa Catalina Panama

3.0 star property
Colonial inn with 24-hour front desk and outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The price is AU$281
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec

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
Memory foam bed
  • 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
Memory foam bed
  • 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
Outdoor pool

Bambuda Santa Catalina

Pool
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
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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
  • Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
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
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 23 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Santa Catalina Panama on 27 Dec 2024 start from AU$280.69, 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).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique, cozy place. Perfect. The owners are awesome. Food great. Best place to stay in Catalina
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive and accommodating staff. Very personable. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning ocean view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breathtaking view from the restaurant and pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Hotel Santa Catalina for 2 nights. It was absolutely gorgeous. A beautiful place to recharge.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel and location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Ibrahim

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

8/10 Good

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

jacques

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The restaurant offers poor quality food. The personnel is condescendant.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at Hotel Santa Catalina, Room spacious, clean and comfortable. Hotel is beautiful with a great location to walk to the sand beach. Staff very helpful in planning excursions!! Would highly recommend staying here!! Nicest hotel in the area
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot!
The staff here are wonderful. Making sure your comfortable and arranging rides etc. the grounds are beautiful with a very laid back vibe. You can easily walk or ride the bikes to town, or the other beach. The food is delicious as well. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022