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Catalina's Hideaway

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool loungers
Junior Suite
Exterior
Junior Studio Suite, Beach View | Bathroom
Children’s activities

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Lagartero Beach, Hicaco, Veraguas, 00000

Room options

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Luxury Tree House | Bathroom

Luxury Tree House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite

  • Beach view
  • 92 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Lake view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Arbolita

Luxury Arbolita

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Studio Suite, Beach View

Junior Studio Suite, Beach View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Santa Catalina

At Catalina's Hideaway you'll be within the area of Lagartero Beach and Estero Beach. Highlights at this beachfront lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages. The restaurant, Sobremesa, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym, free pool cabanas and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places in the area of this 4-property class Santa Catalina lodge include Arrimadero Beach and Santa Catalina Island.
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Restaurants

  • Café Panachocolat
  • Beyond Waves Bar
  • Café Bex
  • Pinguino Café
  • Tiki Lodge Bar & Restaurant

About this property

Catalina's Hideaway

Catalina's Hideaway offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Catalina's Hideaway. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Santa Catalina lodge is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Catalina's Hideaway offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bathrobes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages and Thai massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Sobremesa

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach yoga
  • Books
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon 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.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 250 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses some solar energy; some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Catalina's Hideaway Lodge
Catalina's Hideaway Hicaco
Catalina's Hideaway Lodge Hicaco

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Catalina's Hideaway?

Catalina's Hideaway offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Catalina's Hideaway?

Yep, Catalina's Hideaway has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Catalina's Hideaway?

The closest beach to Catalina's Hideaway is El Banco Beach (10.7 km).

Is there a spa on site at Catalina's Hideaway?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like Thai massages.

Does Catalina's Hideaway have a pool?

Catalina's Hideaway has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a complimentary pool cabana and on a lounger.

What makes Catalina's Hideaway a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and romance packages, as well as memory foam beds and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Catalina's Hideaway.

Does Catalina's Hideaway serve breakfast?

Yeah, free cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Catalina's Hideaway?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Catalina's Hideaway?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Catalina's Hideaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Catalina's Hideaway?

No, pets are not allowed.

Catalina's Hideaway Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing stay, the staff and the owners are super friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended as a place to stay if your visiting the area or just need a get away!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it here! The grounds and layout were so personalized and it felt very uniquely designed in the best way. The staff, rooms, and vibe was calming but also fun, and being right on the beach to watch sunrise was a 5 star experience. Great food and drinks and lots of options for excursions too. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Place to stay a few days 😁🏝️
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great property, cozy, clean and spacious rooms and a great pool to hang out in.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sascha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a fantastic area. The houses are beautiful and perfect. The food is incredible good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place for a little escape. The bed is extremely comfortable and all you can hear is the sound of nature. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure all your need are met. The food is delicious. The only problem is that you will not want to leave. Fully recommend doing the free activities like paddle board, yoga and mud bath.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is great, friendly staff, comfortable beds, hot water, amazing view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room and place 👍 Perfect to relax 😎 Best place in town !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort and owners are extremely friendly. They should do well if the direct flights to the resort from Panama City works out
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chandler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort was incredible! My partner and I stayed for two nights and wished we stayed longer! The rooms were amazing (we had a fully covered/closed in deck with a hammock) and a cool outdoor shower. The pool was great and the restaurant had really delicious food. Really beautiful place to stay, absolutely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful off the beaten path boutique hotel with a really restful vibe . Wonderful yoga classes and massage therapy! Will definitely be back !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S

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

Staff members are amazing

Very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb location that unfortunately can only be reached via a bad road. Very friendly staff and great breakfast and food. My cottage was very nice and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patience

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing boutique hotel !! Excellent service and accommodations. Will be back. Is there a shuttle from airport … long ride but worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This ‘hideaway’ is so magical. From being greeted with cold moist towels, to the incredible rooms backing onto the lagoon, the wildlife, birds singing, and the incredible pool and dining area, you won’t find a more peaceful and beautiful place. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Menu was good. Not enough variation for extended stays. Fresh seafood options would be nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alzira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rustic venue. rooms are super clean and nice owners and staff super friendly and competent nice restaurant but just wish more seafood dishes being so near to the ocean... fresh calamari, fresh local fish, scallops etc... delicious drinks nice pool but not a good swimming beach reasonably priced checkout process needs help... way too slow
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina

A wonderful experience. I would recommend it highly
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Catalina hideaway is a great get away from the busy side of Panama. - great staff - great communication - beautiful location (not necessarily physically located) All were some of our favourite parts As a young couple we would have had this on our list that would have made the trip better: - easier access to santa Catalina ( $10 USD drive per person) - adult only (we weren’t aware kids were at Catalina hideaway, though this is by no fault of the hideaway)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vishakha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this property. I would definitely go back to this hotel. The people were wonderful. It was truly a sanctuary. The only thing that I wish was better was that our air conditioning did not work well so it was very hot at night. I still would go back! It was the best part of Panama
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Catalina's Hideaway is a beautiful place only 10 minutes drive from Santa Catalina. The salt water pool is right next to the restaurant, so you can enjoy a nice cocktail or meal and jump straight back in. The food is slightly more expensive than the local restaurants but it never disappointed, it was both generous and delicious. The service was fast and the staff friendly, which can be hard to find in Panama. The room was nice and clean, we particularly enjoyed the outdoor shower and the luxurious vegetation all around. Our room had a mezzanine, which was nice but not so safe for our young children, especially as the railing was very low and the stairs dangerous. The hotel is located by the beach and you can borrow a paddleboard when the tide is high. The sea is calm and shallow so it is easy and safe. You can also go horse riding on the beach but it is pricey. I really enjoyed my morning yoga class. It was only my son and I and the teacher did a great job at getting us energized and relaxed. To make it better, the yoga deck has a great view on the sea and tropical trees. Great place overall, i highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin Gerhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted with cold towels while the concierge went through everything we needed to know. The estate was spectacular and the vibe was perfectly chill. Beautiful long sandy beach filled with shells, a serene pool Surrounded by day beds, hammocks and loungers, and absolutely lovely hostesses working. Our room overlooked the “swamp” area also we spent a bit of time looking to see if we could see Alligators - no luck for us this time. The open shower was totally stunning! Mini-fridge was well stocked and French press for morning coffee!! We had to leave prior to breakfast however we weee able to purchase overnight oats to take. We had a delicious dinner at the restaurant, along with some happy hour cocktails. Everything about this place is spot on.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Terrible management

Terrible service. We ask ifbwe can bring our dog and they told us yes. When we arrive they told us that it has an extra fee and that we can leave it alone in the room. They also charge us for a daycare of the dog. The installation is very nice but the management is terrible. They took a small bbq from our room without permision even though we didn't use it and agreed not to.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unser Beach Cabin war sehr schön ausgestattet. Tolle Fliesen in Dusche und Bad. Kaffee ist inklusive. Traumhafte Gartenanlage, sehr schöner Pool. Allerdings steht in der Ausschreibung zwei Doppelbetten. Es handelt sich hierbei um ein Hochbett mit sehr steiler Treppe. Es wird extrem warm und die Klimaanlage war überfordert.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wenn man Übernachtung mit Frühstück bucht und dann nur 3 kleine Gerichte zur Auswahl hat und dazu Kaffee bezahlen musst, macht es leider das Gesamtbild kaputt. Ansonsten echt super. Ambiente toll, Küche super.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025