372 reviews
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$300el estero , Santa Catalina, Panama
372 reviews
1/178
Restaurant
Beachfront
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Beach
Air conditioning
Tour desk
Situated in Santa Catalina, Panama, Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines is just 0.5mi from the city center, a breezy base for beach days and sunset strolls. Address: el estero.
Features include a beachfront setting, an outdoor swimming pool (free), private parking (free), and complimentary Wifi. The on-site Restaurant and Bar add easy meals and drinks, while snorkeling (extra charges) and water sports facilities on site (extra charges) invite aquatic adventures. Other comforts include air conditioning, non-smoking rooms, terrace, sun deck, garden views with a balcony, free toiletries, and a Tour desk to help plan day trips.
Reviews total 372, offering a snapshot of guest impressions. Garden spaces, balconies and a sun-soaked terrace round out the stay.
Situated along the sandy shores of Santa Catalina, Panama, this beachfront escape sits about 0.5mi from the city center, offering easy access to both shore and town. An outdoor infinity pool with a shallow end invites sun-warmed dips, while free private parking and complimentary Wifi keep plans simple. On-site dining and drinks come from Restaurante MamaInes and a Bar, showcasing flavors across Caribbean, Seafood, Local, International, and Latin American cuisines. For water lovers, snorkeling (extra charges) and water sports facilities on site (extra charges) add a splash of adventure. Air conditioning keeps spaces comfortable, with non-smoking rooms opening to terraces, sun decks, or balconies with garden views, and free toiletries completing the practical touches. A Tour desk helps plan day trips to explore the area.
The on-site Restaurante MamaInes offers a diverse menu—Caribbean, Seafood, Local, International, and Latin American—perfect for meals after time on the beach, with a Bar ready for easy, relaxing drinks. Snorkeling and water sports facilities on site provide additional activity options for an extra charge, while in-room comfort is ensured by air conditioning and non-smoking spaces. The on-site Tour desk helps map out day trips, making it simple to set up adventures around Santa Catalina.
Garden spaces, balconies, and a sun-soaked terrace round out the stay, providing tranquil spots to unwind after a day of discovery. With 372 reviews, guests share impressions that lean toward a breezy, beach-ready vibe. All together, the location and in-house amenities create a lively base for memorable beach days and sunset strolls.
Restaurant
Beachfront
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Beach
Air conditioning
Tour desk
Bar
Sun deck
Parking On Site
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Garden view
Garden
Free toiletries
Balcony
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Room - 2 Twin
2 Twin Beds
150 sqft
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Terrace
Flat-screen TV
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Queen Room, Balcony
1 Queen Size Bed
150 sqft
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Terrace
Flat-screen TV
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Quadruple Room, Balcony
1 Twin Bed
1 Bunk Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
170 sqft
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
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Family, Balcony
1 Sofa Bed
2 Queen Size Beds
195 sqft
Private Bathroom
Terrace
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
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x3
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Double, Triple
1 Twin Bed
1 Double Bed
160 sqft
Private Bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Shower
x3
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Double Room, Balcony
1 Bunk Bed
1 Queen Size Bed
150 sqft
Private Bathroom
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
x4
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x3
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Double Room, Sea View, Balcony
1 Queen Size Bed
150 sqft
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Terrace
Flat-screen TV
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Double Room
1 Double Bed
150 sqft
Garden view
Private Bathroom
Terrace
Flat-screen TV
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8.1
372 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Featured reviews:
Enzo
8.2
February 2025
Great location on the beach. Pleasant and relaxing. Decent restaurant with good breakfast & easy parking. A lot of Panamanians staying there so it felt like real Panama.
Original small room was on the street and barking dogs woke me up several times during the 1st night. Was able to upgrade to a larger, ocean view room for the next 2 nights for a bit more $$ - but MUCH MUCH better. Recommend garden or ocean view rooms. FYI - Feb 2025 the last 20k of the road to Santa Catalina is gravel, under heavy construction and not good to drive in the dark.
Maxine
8.2
March 2025
Amazing location, priceworthy stay. As a guest you can rent surfboards for a lower price. The restaurant is okay. All in all, given the location and the price for the stay it‘s recommendable. Be aware that depending on the rip tide you might have to cross a small river in order to get to the beach which can happen very quickly in the evening.
We‘re not sure whether it was the language barrier, but at times we didn’t feel very welcomed by the staff and they seemed annoyed
Christian
9.1
January 2024
Excellent location, right on the beach front. Julio at the reception is very welcoming and speaks both Spanish and English but lets you practice your Spanish even if it isn’t as good as his English, so thank you. Great functioning A/C. The food (good)and drinks are properly priced. Will gladly return 😊 I had an opportunity to meet one of the owners very nice person. It is a local family owned business.
Wifi in the room can be a challenge at time so if you intend to work better go downstairs great reception there. As previously mentioned by other guest’s reviews: food can take a “little” time to arrive to your table so don’t be too in a hurry.
Philip
9.1
April 2024
The hotel is right on the ocean -- the surfers walk down the stairs to the beach and start surfing. My room had a lovely view of the water and there are plenty of terraces with comfortable chairs that also look out on the ocean. The staff is very laid back but very helpful. The restaurant/bar is open all of the time, and the food is good.
If you do not have a car, it is about a thirty to forty minute walk into Santa Catalina proper. It is a lovely walk, but be prepared.
Jillayne
9.1
October 2024
End of the road and on the beach. Such a cool Boho hotel on the beach. Multiple floors & areas to lounge, plants everywhere, a tree inside. Multiple views of the water. Was nice to have a pool area for the kids to enjoy. We loved the views and variety of areas to hang out at on the property.
Food was ok, not great. Be aware of swimming in the river as it will leave your clothes and swimwear with an odor.
Germaine
9.1
February 2024
Love the location, the beauty of the hotel, pur bed was so comfortable and the food was good.
The food is good but it can be better, like the ceviches or quantities served regarding seafood. Another thing was the consistency of the service. One night our food took an hour to be served, others it was incredibly fast. Regarding the waiters, not a big fan of them not being in the mood to serve, but this only happened 2 time and with the same waitress, the rest were pretty amicable.
Chris
8.2
February 2025
The hotel was lively with friendly staff. We had a terrace overlooking the beach which was a luxury. The hotel is directly on the beach which is a real plus.
The hot water is intermittent which was not good considering the price of the room. The restaurant menu could benefit from more variety.
Diana
10
May 2023
The staff went here above and beyond for us. I thought I had booked an extra night we loved it so much, but I messed up the date and had reserved the following night. I assumed it's my loss as they were booked for the consecutive night and we had nowhere to go. One of the amazing staff members found my friend in the restaurant and told them there was a last minute cancellation and could move us into that room for the night without any change fee! No chain hotel would do this. Stay here, it's beautiful beach side views with pool.
there was one side of the hotel that had a lot of construction noise. but any city is going to have construction and it was not under their control. Otherwise our stay was fantastic.
Mark
10
August 2025
Fabulous location right on the huge clean beach ideal for my surfing daughter. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Just loved everything about. If you are going to Santa Catalina and like the beach this is the place!
Gayle
9.1
February 2024
This is the best location in town. The common outdoor spaces were fantastic and cleaned daily. This hotel has spectacular views of the ocean and just a few steps down to an expansive beach. The small infinity pool was a great surprise. The food in the restaurant was good and good value.
The rooms are tired and the linens need updating including new towels.
Restaurante MamaInes
Cuisines
Location
Features
Age restrictions
Availability
Restaurant
Beachfront
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Beach
Air conditioning
Tour desk
Bar
Sun deck
Parking On Site
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Garden view
Garden
Free toiletries
Balcony
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Activities
Beach
Diving
Fishing
Horseback riding
Snorkeling
Water sports facilities on site
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Guest bathroom
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Food & Drink
Bar
Packed lunches
Restaurant
Food & drink safety
Breakfast to-go containers
Delivered food covered securely
Front Desk Services
Invoice provided
Tour desk
General
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Free wifi
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Satellite channels
TV
Outdoors
Balcony
Beachfront
Garden
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Room Amenities
Fan
Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Spa
Outdoor swimming pool
View
Garden view
Inner courtyard view
From 15:00
Until 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 12:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Age restriction may apply
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Cash
Mastercard,
Visa,
Cash only
This property accepts cash.
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