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Hotel Santa Catalina Panama

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

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 496
AED 545 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar

Room options

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

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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

Family Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
TV
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds OR 6 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room (Triple) | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Deluxe Room (Triple)

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Memory foam bed
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Porch/lanai
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Memory foam bed
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin 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
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Memory foam bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Calle hacia el Estero, Hicaco, Veraguas

What's nearby

  • Estero Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Catalina Island - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Arrimadero Beach - 15 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Lagartero Beach - 31 min drive - 12.0 km
  • El Banco Beach - 42 min drive - 33.8 km

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 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 sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and express check-out
  • Table tennis, surf lessons, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like 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 refrigerators

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 transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM: USD 8-12 for adults and USD 7-10 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Pescao

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Table tennis
  • Yoga classes
  • Surf lessons

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Beach towels
  • Books
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Private porch

More

  • Individually furnished
  • LED light bulbs
  • 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 available
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 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 at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property 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, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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–10:00 PM.

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?

Check-out 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. 67 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome property, highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super relaxing and informal with amazing views
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

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

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

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

Elizabeth

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

8/10 Good

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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.

8/10 Good

jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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

sotero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bueno limpio y seguro
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ton

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Carolin

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