See all properties
Save

Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the beach.
A balcony with a tiled floor, outdoor furniture, and a view of the beach.
A room with a bed, wooden walls, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden building with a stone facade, a hammock, and potted plants.
A room with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a hammock.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov

Explore the area

View map
Calle Hacia Playa Estero, Hicaco, Veraguas Province
  • Place, Estero Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Lagartero Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room

A room with a bed, wooden walls, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Double Room

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room Single Use

A small, dimly lit room with a single bed, a small table with a lamp, and a wall decoration.

Double Room Single Use

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Room

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with multiple pillows, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a window with curtains, a small table with a remote, and a view of a garden through a glass door.

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and a wall-mounted TV.

Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room

A bedroom with a patterned bedspread, a single decorative pillow, and a painting on the wall.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room

A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a wooden wardrobe.

Quadruple Room

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room

A room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

Quadruple Room

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a balcony, and a chair.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, an air conditioning unit, a wooden wardrobe, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Triple Room

A bedroom with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Triple Room

A bedroom with a large bed, two smaller beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a red abstract painting on the wall.

Triple Room

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Room

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a painting.

Family Room

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a tiled floor.

Quadruple Room

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view.

Double Room

  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room

A bedroom with a bunk bed, a bedside table, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Santa Catalina

At Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Estero Beach and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Santa Catalina Island. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find surfing/body boarding. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Santa Catalina hotel include Arrimadero Beach and Lagartero Beach.

What's nearby

  • Estero Beach - 10 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Lagartero Beach - 22 min drive - 11.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Los Pibes - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café Panachocolat - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Lodge Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Playa Santa Catalina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beyond Waves Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Santa Catalina hotel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Televisions come with satellite channels. This Santa Catalina hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Similar properties

A modern poolside area with a bar and lounge seating, surrounded by palm trees.
Bambuda Santa Catalina
Hicaco
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 79 reviews
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Bambuda Santa Catalina

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurante Mama Ines

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Property is also known as

Y Restaurante Mama Ines Hicaco
Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines Hotel
Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines Hicaco
Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines Hotel Hicaco

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines?

Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines?

As of 6 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines on 7 Nov 2026 start from AU$106, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines?

Yep, Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines?

The closest beach to Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines is El Banco Beach (7.2 km).

Does Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines have a pool?

Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Is Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a charcoal grill, as well as children's dinnerware in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines is a hit with families.

Does Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines serve breakfast?

You bet, free cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines?

No, Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel y Restaurante Mama Ines Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Good location and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is awesome - staff are friendly and rooms are adequate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful four-day stay here. The location is hard to beat if you’re here to surf and they have rental boards easy to grab. The staff are excellent and helped us figure out the area, book a fishing trip and also cooked our catch when we returned. The food was excellent and it all seemed like a bargain. Of everywhere we walked past I’d likely stay here again for the combination of location, access to surf, amazing views and everything we needed for our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my patio with private hammock surrounded by plants, the view from the restaurant & pool amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is conveniently located by the best beach area of Santa Catalina, is clean and well kept, however the included breakfast needs improvement
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Only wish we had booked this place for longer. Rooms were adequate, clean, the air conditioning struggled a bit but overall stayed cool. Location, location, location...this place perfectly centered in a picturesque area and surf hub. Pool was refreshing overlooking the beach, restaurant was great, staff was excellent. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
We felt like family by the owners 💕
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people and cute hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was ok for a short time with the family. The main pro’s of this property was: great location (beach front) with actually sand and a good ocean to swim, surf or just listen to the waves; good intentions of the housekeeper to serve well. Con’s: very old towels and bed sheets, the property needs maintenance, no love in the kitchens restaurant, I stayed 3 nights and never got to order a ceviche (it was in the menu and is really easy to get in a daily basis). Overall, it was ok. We had a good family time but in the future I’ll look for new options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our 2nd visit to the family-owned and operated Hotel Mama Ines and we enjoyed both times immensely. This time we enjoyed getting there on the newly-paved road, which was a wonderful surprise. The infinity pool is gorgeous and kept very clean. We enjoyed the beach. The restaurant serves excellent food 👌 We especially liked the fish fingers. Room #1 with the private patio and hammock is our favorite and we were given the jubilados "senior discount." The restaurant staff even brought the food to ouf patio. Looking forward to our next visit 😀 Fondly, DARLENE & DOUGLAS HAHN
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was great. Location was great. There was plenty to do onsite. With the hot water would have worked better on the cool nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This charming hotel by the beach offers a delightful stay with its prime location directly on the best area of El Estero. Guests can enjoy stunning sea views from the terrace and indulge in delicious meals at the excellent on-site restaurant. Perfect for a relaxing getaway with everything you need right at your doorstep.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property didn't have great reviews, and the photos didn't do it justice, this exceeded our expectations! the restaurant was excellent staff were friendly, and the layout makes for lots of private nooks to eat and hang out in. Great location, you can walk down to the beach and river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

This is a tropical paradise. Great beach better than any on Island ( we checked and compared) room on 2nd floor with balcony with awesome view. Room a little rustic ; but we go for beach; a/c kept room cool. Mama Ines granddaughter is manager shared history; oldest property in Santa Catalina used to be their family home. Two cats kept us company. Next. Door to Surf camp; great frozen cocktails; Enjoy!!oh; ;dont arrive in island at dusk. Dogs roaming everywhere you will drive into one(wanted to bring one home) don’t believe weather forecast; it had clouds every day: we had loads of sun.
Great grotto in infinity pool
View from our balcony
Tropical plants everywhere! Even a tree grows in center of property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property needs some TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is everything here. Property is quaint but lovely. Staff are very nice and helpful. Close to everything. Dining options in the area (walkable) are awesome. Wi-Fi and water pressure could both be better. Water pressure is the thing that lowered the review. But I would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Incredible location right on Playa Estero with a great pool, but the management needs to get it together. We arrived to a dirty room (used towels and trash left behind), including someone's bra. Staff was consistently unwelcoming. We had major issues with booking an extra night online because no one was available in person, and then they tried to charge us twice upon check-out. And wanted us to change rooms. The included breakfast takes forever and isn't worth the wait. It’s a shame because the property itself has potential, but the consistent vibes from service made it a stressful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was traveling with my teen daughter and we stayed here for two nights. The property is located a few stair steps down to the beach. Very quiet. Very homy relaxing atmosphere. Staff is very friendly. They have a restoran on the site and serve delicious freshly made food for a reasonable price. We rent two queen bed room with a big furnished terrace overlooking ocean and the pool. Room was clean, spacious with good wifi reception and big tv. Chanals and Netflix available. It is a family buisness definitely dedicated to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. The property is just 15 min. of safe walk at any time to more restorants and buisness. It is hard to find such a property for that price in this area. We would definitely come back here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed the ambience, the views, right on the ocean with lots of surfers. As we we met the owners, z2 sisters who were out on the veranda checking out the grounds, andthe action. We selected a room from the advertising the day before. it was a nice ,clean room, with a shower , a small fridge. We selected a room that looked to be the largest of the 3 options., which of course, was the highest price. The actual room was clean and neat, steps from the pool, 2 hammocks; but the room in the advertising appeared to have room to “stretch your legs in”. In the actuality, when you stepped out of the bed, on either side, you were bumping up against the wall; from the end of the bed to the window and door,it was about 2 steps. I’d call it creative photography, creative advertising, but in actuality we paid the highest of 3 rates and expected a room as depicted. Still, I gave them 4 stars for the operation.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A little bit out of the village (15-20 minute walk in) but a much better location than some in the village since it is directly beach front. Room was small but perfect for us, 2 bedside tables with reading lamps which was nice. Be sure to request a room with a balcony, even though we had a standard double room it still came with one, some do not. Julio was amazing full of information and always willing to help out. We ate in the dining room the first night, it was quite busy, we were the 4th table sat and it took 52 minutes to get our food from the time we ordered. Be prepared, go early if you can, the food was great, we also had 3 lunches pool side which was significantly faster. There are not a lot of seats by the pool, but it was never overly busy. Plenty of tables and other seating around it to choose from. Great 3 floor roof top patio, furniture is a little sparse up there. Would highly recommend staying in this spot. Views are to die for. Added bonus the local bus to Sona is less than a five minute walk at the local playground.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dit hotel heeft 1 absoluut pluspunt…. Locatie!!! Direct aan het surfstrand gelegen van Santa Catalina. Je loopt de trap af en je bent op het strand. Op dit strand kunnen (beginnend) surfers zich perfect uitleven. Klein stukje rijden richting het andere deel van Santa Catalina waar je de trips naar Coiba eiland kan doen (aanrader). Hotel zelf is gedateerd. Kamers hebben echt wat aandacht nodig. Net als de openbare delen van het hotel. Het is oud en heeft achterstallig onderhoud. Niet boeken met verwachtingen voor luxe en goede service. Wel voor de panama vibe en top lokatie.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the stay. I would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
personel tres sympatique
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness
A equipe de atendimento do caixa e recepção é boa e gentil, já as garçonetes do restaurante demoram pra atender em qualquer horário, ate mesmo no café da manhã. Nosso quarto triplo estava com problema na fechadura, e o quarto é extremamente apertado para ser triplo, o banheiro tem uma cortina no box que acaba ficando totalmente molhado. O hotel está bem localizado na praia, ce conta com uma boa area de bar, restaurante e piscina.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026