Top Hotels in Santa Catalina Bed and Breakfast Inns
Top Restaurants in Santa Catalina
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Discover the best Bed and Breakfast Inns in Santa Catalina, Veraguas Province including Villa Coco, Hotel Sol y Mar, Rancho Estero, Hotel Vista Coiba, Vista Coiba Villas & Restaurant, Hostal La Vieja Panaderia y Restaurant, Hotel Brisa Mar.
Restaurants in Santa Catalina
1. Villa Coco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
Villa Coco is a beautiful boutique hotel, located in the small Panamanian fishing village of Santa Catalina, only footsteps away of the world known surf break “La Punta” and Unesco world heritage Coiba island. The carefully designed cabañas, cocooned in a paradise of lush greens and a myriad of colorful flowers, provide a space of tranquility and a sense of timelessness. Unwind in the hammocks and canvas chairs on your private terrace, dwell on reading your favorite book or sip on a cool drink from the bar. Restaurant “Ai Mamita” offers fresh seafood and other tasty delights. Catch some morning waves to start perfectly into a day full of bliss, relax at the magnificent infinity pool and zen out. Wake up, breathe in and feel good at Villa Coco.
Great Vibe
Reviewed By MikeK909The whole place has a lovely beachy feel, the colour scheme is sunwashed pastels, and each room is individually and tastefully decorated. Outside showers just add to the experience. The restaurant was lovely, the food delicious and the service first class. Don't miss the cocktails. Nice pool area and in-keeping sound track Will be going back.
2. Hotel Sol y Mar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 263 reviews
Located along the main street in Santa Catalina,600 meters from Santa Catalina beach,on a hill overlooking the ocean,Sol y Mar offers 9 spacious rooms, all with air conditioned, private bath with hot shower, satellite TV, mini-fridge,safe-deposit box,terrace, internet (in restaurant area). Six of the rooms have two double beds and a sofa-bed, so they can accommodate up to 5 people Some of the rooms has an additional bunk bed,so can sleep 7.There are three new rooms each with a King bed. We also have a restaurant with pool table,ping-pong and a swimming pool.
Cool little cabins in the hills!
Reviewed By jewels246This is a beautiful spot to stay when in Santa Catalina. We are not surfers and are not young but this is a cool little coast town. Accommodations were clean and comfy. Great size cabins for 2, 4 adults might be tight. Staff was amazing…all of them and food was delicious, every meal! One must be aware that there is ALOT of stairs. Although Manager Gino will get you up and down when you need. XO
3. Rancho Estero
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Rancho Estero is located at the end of the road to Playa Estero and is on the bluff overlooking the beach and the surf. The view from this property is simply amazing. We have a series of small cabins that can accommodate 1 to 6 people. We offer free internet access and a common kitchen. There are plenty of hammocks, chaise lounges and decks to relax on. Several restaurants are located close by. The town and the surf break "La Punta" are in walking distance. Rancho Estero is a very popular choice because of its priceless views, unique location and friendly vibe.
Exceptional stay. Truly paradise.
Reviewed By eyeswideopen1073My partner and I stayed here for 2 weeks in paradise. The vibe is extremely chill and the hosts Elli and Zigor were great. The main bonus, other than the great views, is the fact that you share a kitchen with the other guests. There are fridges in which you can put your food, and everything that you need to make yourself a meal. This is a huge plus for travelling on a budget, and from what we saw around, is a unique feature for the location).The resort has its own water filtration system so you can drink the water right from the tap with zero issues (as opposed to needing to buy water like the other places around). You are steps from the beach, but can also chill in the many hammocks available throughout the resort. The whole place is small, with 7 or 8 bamboo huts and cabins, so you get to know the travellers that come and go. A walk to town (Santa Catalina) will take you 20min. There are 2 small mercados there to buy essentials. There are restaurants along the way too. So no need to stray far for a meal. Try the Argentinean Restaurant called Los Pibes. On the road towards Santa Catalina on the left. To get there from Panama City is easy, but takes almost an entire day. Take the bus from Albrook station to Sona (milk run of about 5 hrs), and then a smaller bus from Sona to Santa Catalina (local bus that takes about 1.5 -2 hrs). When you get to Santa Catalina, ask the driver to drop you off at Rancho Estero, sometimes if you're nice, they will :). As for surfing, my partner is a beginner-intermediate surfer and had no problems there. And for me, a non surfer, the beach is simply amazing. At high season, we counted 20 people total on the beach on a week day. It's quiet and peaceful. Weekends are busy, and the locals provide ample music from their vehicles below on the beach to keep you entertained. But by 11pm, all was done. We walked to other hostels around Playa Estero and none compare to Rancho Estero's vibe. Oh, and another bonus, the wifi is sketchy...so leave your phone in your bag and enjoy the beach, read a book while sitting in a hammock, or spend some time chatting with the other guests...it will do you wonders. Hoping one day to go back. Or at least to send friends and family that way.
4. Hotel Vista Coiba
Overall Ratings
4 based on 32 reviews
Welcome to Hotel Vista Coiba, your Santa Catalina “home away from home.” Hotel Vista Coiba aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. Guest rooms offer amenities such as a flat screen TV, a kitchenette, and a refrigerator, and guests can go online with free wifi offered by the small hotel. Hotel Vista Coiba features a 24 hour front desk, sun umbrellas, and beach chairs, to help make your stay more enjoyable. The property also boasts a pool and a lounge. If you are driving to Hotel Vista Coiba, free parking is available. If you’re looking for a Mediterranean restaurant, consider a visit to Hotel Iguanito or Pinguino Cafe, which are all conveniently located a short distance from Hotel Vista Coiba. Hotel Vista Coiba puts the best of Santa Catalina at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Nice residential with lovely staff
Reviewed By Ineke1984Santa Catalina is a cozy village with very good food and wonderful surroundings. We had the ground floor villa/apartment in Vista Coiba. This was pretty outdated and humid. We had some bugs because of cracks in the walls. We heard the neighbors upstairs, but for me that was not a problem. The shower was excellent: spacious, an unlimited amount of hot water and very high pressure. The beds were good and of a good size. We even had an extra bed in the living room as we requested. Breakfast was simple (eggs or pancakes and some sliced fruit) but good. All staff was extremely friendly. Especially Israel, he was very helpful with figuring out how and where to pay our traffic fine, which is pretty complicated in Panama (you have to go to an office which is 2 hours driving from Santa Catalina).
5. Vista Coiba Villas & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Showcasing a seasonal outdoor pool and a private beach area, Vista Coiba villas & restaurant is located in Santa Catalina. The hotel has a terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms come with a flat-screen TV. Some units feature a sitting area where you can relax.
Outstanding sunset views.
Reviewed By JackieAB2014We really enjoyed our stay at Vista Coiba. A family of 4 , we stayed in the apartment. The sunset views were incomparable and the meals at the restaurant were very good. The accommodations are very basic , and can use some improvements , like hooks for towels, clothes in bathroom and bedrooms , a power outlet for coffee maker in kitchenette and a few kitchen supplies. We also recommend a hammock on the terrace. But all in all, it was clean and the staff was very attentive and kind. We loved the dogs that live on the property.
6. Hostal La Vieja Panaderia y Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 8 reviews
Scuba diving Coiba
Reviewed By 246yuvallVery nice hotel close to the center of Santa Catalina and to all dive centers. Very clean very good service. Including WiFi. 24 h. Security cameras Very good restaurant and bakery. Very recommend for dives group or Couple of friends.
7. Hotel Brisa Mar
Overall Ratings
3 based on 2 reviews
Hotel Brisa Mar is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Santa Catalina, offering a budget friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Guest rooms offer air conditioning and an additional bathroom. You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the small hotel, including a concierge, room service, and shops. In addition, guests can enjoy a lounge during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. While in Santa Catalina be sure to experience local lobster favorites at Chano's Point. Enjoy your stay in Santa Catalina!
Park you horse at the door
Reviewed By kpr3186One of my favourite hotels above the locals bar simply because they have parking for your horse at the door and you can take your machete inside (safety first). It also has a great balcony to watch the entertainment of locals coming and going from the bar.
