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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. The Hotel Santa Catalina Panama also includes a back up power generator that provides full electric power. Each air conditioned room at Hotel Santa Catalina Panama has garden views and a private bathroom with hot water and hair dryer. Rooms also have a flat screen cable TV, mini-fridge, security safe, table with chairs and a terrace with hammocks. Free surfboards, kayaks, bicycles and skateboards are provided at the Hotel Santa Catalina. The hotel’s tour desk can also help you arrange activities including snorkelling, scuba diving and fishing trips. Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá is just 1 km from El Estero Beach, while the Coiba Island National Park is around a 1-hour boat ride away. You can drive to David City and airport in 3 hours, or to Panama City in around 5 hours.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 bunk bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 bunk bed
3 single beds
2 single beds
and
2 extra-large double beds
or
6 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
8.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ravenska
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Love this place and potentially the best in Santa Catalina! We love how complete the facilities are (the pool, the restaurant), the staff was also very helpful and the location is perfect - walking distance to restaurants, hangout spots in the area.
  • Mautner
    Panama Panama
    Great location, beautiful views. Comfortable and quiet.
  • Thomas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This place is even better than the pictures, lovely room, great pool and great staff, we loved this place, they had surf boards to borrow and organised everything we needed.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Pescao
    • Cuisine
      Caribbean • Seafood
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Trouser press
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Full body massage
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Cash Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá

  • Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Billiards
    • Snorkelling
    • Table tennis
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Happy hour
    • Yoga classes
    • Bicycle rental
    • Horse riding
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Full body massage
    • Swimming Pool

  • Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá has 1 restaurant:

    • Pescao

  • The prices at Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá is 1,000 yards from the centre of Santa Catalina. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Family
    • Twin/Double

  • Check-in at Hotel Santa Catalina Panamá is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.