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Tiki Lodge Hotel de Charme

Hotel in Santa Catalina

Located in Santa Catalina, a 5-minute walk from Santa Catalina Beach, Tiki Lodge Hotel de Charme has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

P
Panepinto
From
United States
The food and new chef blew me away.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
Price from
$79
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Manila

Santa Catalina

Just a 15-minute walk from Santa Catalina Beach and 0.8 miles from Estero, Casa Manila features accommodations in Santa Catalina, with a garden. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio.

H
Hugo
From
Spain
The location is incredible. You have a sea view, super relaxed, and a cool beach to surf. The owners are super nice and very helpful on any tips or things you might need.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews
Price from
$27.20
1 night, 2 adults

Rancho Estero

Santa Catalina

Located in Santa Catalina, a few steps from Estero and 1.2 miles from Santa Catalina Beach, Rancho Estero has accommodations with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and sea views.

A
Amit
From
Israel
The place is so beautiful and the location is perfect- close to the beach and to the surfing point. Zigor and elli and their kids (the hostess) were so nice and take care of everything. The kitchen is well maintained, and the facilities are good!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults

Hostal Familiar Rolo

Santa Catalina

Located in Santa Catalina, a 1-minute walk from Santa Catalina Beach, Hostal Familiar Rolo provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

M
Mark
From
United States
Staff was very kind and helpful. Good location for food options and great location for trips to Isle de Coiba. Hotel has rental kyaks and boards Plenty of hot water for washing/showers. A/C was more than adequate. Wifi and wall safe too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 746 reviews
Price from
$60
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.

A
Abigail
From
Mexico
Spacious room with garden view. Amazing tropical patio shower! The pool and restaurant were very nice and cozy. Staff was also very friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 278 reviews
Price from
$130
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Iguanito

Hotel in Santa Catalina

Offering a restaurant, Hotel Iguanito is located in Santa Catalina, 262 feet from Santa Catalina Beach and 6.8 mi from Lagartero Beach. Free WiFi access is available in all areas.

A
Amir
From
United States
Owners are awesome people, friendly and attentive. Location is perfect for scuba/snorkel excursions (1 minute to walk to the dive shops). Restaurant has fantastic food.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews
Price from
$49.73
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Maya

Santa Catalina

Casa Maya, located at a walking distance from Santa Catalina and a 5-minute walk from town beach, 20-minute walk from the Estero beach, Casa Maya features a garden, terrace and free high speed...

A
Anditer
From
United States
I liked it so much, I stayed for a month! I stayed in one of the studio style units that has a bedroom and bathroom down below and a kitchenette and small seating area up above. It was the perfect place to make breakfast and lunch from the comfort of my room and on my own timetable every day. The hotel is about a 3-minute walk from access to the point, which is the premier world-class surfing break here in Santa Catalina. The owner and the housekeeper are both amazing, very helpful, super friendly women. The place is amazingly well maintained, and the AC and power will keep on working regardless of whether the utility company is functioning thanks to the trusty generator on site. You cannot go wrong here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews
Price from
$54.54
1 night, 2 adults

Coibahouse

Santa Catalina

Coibahouse provides air-conditioned rooms in Santa Catalina. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

A
Adam
From
United States
Very nice location on top of a hill overlooking ocean. Plenty of comfortable outdoor furniture inviting to relax. Good equipped outdoor kitchen with all necessary stuff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Price from
$75
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá

Hotel in Santa Catalina

Hotel Santa Catalina Panama is set on the beach front, 66 feet from the popular surfing spot of La Punta. This property is a 12 minute walk from Playa Estero, the sandy beach in Santa Catalina.

T
Tjarda
From
United States
Nice rooms, friendly staff, great pool and good restaurant.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews
Price from
$105
1 night, 2 adults

SurfAsana Lodge

Santa Catalina

Located 1.5 miles from Estero, Surfasana Lodge offers free bikes, a garden and air-conditioned accommodations with a terrace and free WiFi.

A
Aubrey
From
United States
I loved my stay! The lodge is super cute with stunning views, very clean, and comfortable. The hosts are so friendly and made me feel at home. Hot water and A/C felt like such a nice luxury, and the whole place has a relaxed, peaceful vibe. It’s also close to town. I rented a car, but you could easily get by with the bicycles they provide. Overall, such a lovely stay and I’d definitely come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
$70
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 498 reviews

    Sunset Catalina offers air-conditioned accommodations in Santa Catalina. Free Wifi is available throughout the property, and Santa Catalina Beach is a 4-minute walk away.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 739 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 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 391 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, 167 reviews

    Located in Santa Catalina, a 1-minute walk from Santa Catalina Beach, Hotel Brisa Mar has accommodations with a bar. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 884 reviews

    Located in Santa Catalina, a 7-minute walk from Santa Catalina Beach, Bodhi Santa Catalina has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

  • Discover Coiba Panama Tour offers accommodations in Santa Catalina, a 7-minute walk from Santa Catalina Beach. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the sea views.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews

    Located in Santa Catalina, a 7-minute walk from Santa Catalina Beach, Urbanos Hostel has accommodations with a garden and free private parking.

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  • Nativo

    Santa Catalina
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 598 reviews

    Located in Santa Catalina, a 14-minute walk from Santa Catalina Beach, Nativo has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 798 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.

  • Del Mar Santa Catalina

    Santa Catalina
    Budget options available

    Del Mar Santa Catalina offers accommodations in Santa Catalina, a 10-minute walk from Santa Catalina Beach. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

  • Catalina Cabins

    Santa Catalina
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

    Just a 10-minute walk from Estero and 0.6 miles from Santa Catalina Beach, Catalina Cabins features accommodations in Santa Catalina, with an open-air bath and barbecue facilities.

  • Cabañas Sherlley

    Santa Catalina
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Located in Santa Catalina, a 14-minute walk from Santa Catalina Beach, Cabañas Sherlley provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers free WiFi.

  • Bambuda Santa Catalina

    Santa Catalina
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews

    Located in Santa Catalina, a 9-minute walk from Santa Catalina Beach, Bambuda Santa Catalina has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

  • Eco-Lodge Deseo Bamboo

    Santa Catalina
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews

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

  • Oceans Hostal

    Santa Catalina
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews

    Oceans Hostal provides accommodations in Santa Catalina near Estero and Santa Catalina Beach. This guest house offers free private parking and a 24-hour front desk.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews

    Offering a restaurant, Hotel Iguanito is located in Santa Catalina, 262 feet from Santa Catalina Beach and 6.8 mi from Lagartero Beach. Free WiFi access is available in all areas.

  • 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 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

    Located in Santa Catalina, a 3-minute walk from Estero, OceanFront Bungalows - Paradise Rentals provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private...

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

    Located in Santa Catalina, a 3-minute walk from Estero, Hostal Surfers Paradise provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

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

    Located in Santa Catalina, a few steps from Estero and 1.2 miles from Santa Catalina Beach, Rancho Estero has accommodations with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and sea views.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    Providing a garden, Hostal Aguas Verdes provides accommodations in Santa Catalina. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Both Wifi and private parking are available at Cozy Hideaway in the Mountains of Altos de María free of charge.

  • Sunrise Beach

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

    Providing a garden, Sunrise Beach provides accommodations in Lagartero. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

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  • Avg. price/night: $118.80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews
    Stunning location, nice rooms, very relaxing. They have surfboards, kayaks and paddle boards.
    Guest review by
    David
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $16.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews
    Amazing thing of the property is it is extremely well maintained and very beautiful the location is amazing. Overall, the food was good at the breakfast and that service was great. Location was nice spot, service need a bit more improvement.
    Guest review by
    Joe
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $72.60
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 373 reviews
    Great location and nice places to sit all over. Friendly staff some speak English
    Guest review by
    Peter
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $74.38
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 832 reviews
    There are lots of things we like about the place. The staff were very kind, the location was beautiful, it was peaceful most nights and the beach was great
    Guest review by
    Rebecca
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $82.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
    Perfect location and view. Precisely as advertised. Super friendly host!
    Guest review by
    Ivo
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $82.23
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews
    Beautiful location, great facilities and incredibly friendly and helpful staff.
    Guest review by
    Robert
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $82.23
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews
    Although the location only opened recently, staff tried to fix everything as good as possible. Food was decent, pool and bathrooms where clean. Next to some small mistakes due to recent opening, staff was eager to help you with information, bookings and were really nice! Really worth exploring this place. Location is perfect, close to town and restaurants
    Guest review by
    Joke
    Group
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews
    Elli, the manager, was amazing. She did everything she could to make us feel home. The view was fantastic, the scenery was just wow! The location was a 15 min walk from the center, which was fine. Nearby was a nice bar/restaurant for a drink.
    Guest review by
    Fenneke
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $55
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
    We had a wonderful time here. The oceanfront location is super nice and the hosts so welcoming. A/C and wifi worked great.
    Guest review by
    Tim
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $82.23
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews
    As the first customers of Bambuda Santa Catalina hostel we had a great stay! It really looks like the pictures and the staff was super friendly and helpful. Location is also great, close to the surf beach and restaurants near the town.
    Guest review by
    Isa
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $82.50
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
    The house is at the perfect location… the owner and the workers are so kind and helpfull! Was the best stay i had on my whole vacation! Amazing nature, amazing vibe, amazing people!!
    Guest review by
    Jakob
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $43.12
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 498 reviews
    the location is great, you can reach everything so fast. the AC was working very good.
    Guest review by
    Ladina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $38.81
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 739 reviews
    Villa Vento was a in a good location with friendly, helpful staff, a big kitchen, lots of hang out spaces and a nice atmosphere. Pool was clean and being at the hostel, even when it was rainy, was fun.
    Guest review by
    Charlotte
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $38.81
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 739 reviews
    amazing location and amenities
    Guest review by
    Jonás
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 748 reviews
    The best thing was the great owner and staff, thank you Good location in the town
    Guest review by
    Miriam
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $74.38
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 832 reviews
    Just next to the beach El Estero. Fantastic location for surfers and people who enjoy the Pacific.
    Guest review by
    Nina
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $118.80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews
    Great chilled out location not far from the town. Room was spacious & well equipped. The pool area was great, staff were all friendly.
    Guest review by
    Cheryl
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 748 reviews
    Clean, beautiful nature, very cool staff, great location
    Guest review by
    Blaise
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $53.11
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 884 reviews
    The cabins are interesting and the location is good
    Guest review by
    Sara
    Solo traveler