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Coibahouse

Guest house

Playa Santa Catalina

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
14 mentions

The owner is really nice and very helpful

Staff is very friendly and helpful

Great location
11 mentions

Amazing location and view with a lovely communal area for relaxing and looking o…

Super clean, great location and amazing host

Comfortable rooms
11 mentions

Very comfortable

The room was clean, cool and comfortable

Clean rooms
10 mentions

Comfortable rooms, good service, clean, nice view, kitchen was clean and complet…

Shared Spaces & Amenities — 4/5 Community kitchen and bathrooms are generally cl…

Breakfast available
2 mentions

Great view, very welcoming owner and a small kitchenette for breakfast, coffee a…

The owner is really nice and gave good recommendations on where to eat, there’s …

Good value
1 mentions

For the price you will pay to stay here as well as the Michelins star service in…

Overview

Coibahouse is a quaint property located along the beach in Santa Catalina that features 24-hour reception and the friendly staff can assist with the arrangements for island outings and fishing. Each of the 3 air-conditioned rooms at this quaint, intimate property features a wardrobe, tiled floors and views of the beautiful tropical gardens, Hi Speed internet complementary. Guests can find breakfast, lunch and dinner within 100 metres of Coibahouse. There is a small café just 50 metres away. Staff at the hotel can help guests arrange boat rides to neighbouring Coiba Island, which offers wildlife tours and pristine beaches. Estero Beach is a 15-minute walk from the property, while Tocumen International Airport is a 5.5-hour drive away.

Traveller reviews

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Eleanor

solo_traveller

May 11, 2026

9

Amazing location and view with a lovely communal area for relaxing and looking out to see

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Claire

solo_traveller

May 4, 2026

9

Super cute family running place. The owner is really nice and very helpful. And the view, it's amazing. I had a great stay! Just if you are looking to meet other people it's maybe not the place as it's small but for everything else I recommanded it!

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Eric Hu.

extended_group

April 28, 2026

9

Staff is very friendly and helpful! Comfortable rooms, good service, clean, nice view, kitchen was clean and complete etc.

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Luisa

couple

April 9, 2026

10

Perfect stay!

Everything is Perfect! Super clean, great location and amazing host.

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roger

couple

March 18, 2026

10

Would not have missed it for anything.

What a fabulous place! Amazing location. Darcy was a terrific host - very friendly and helpful. Views of the sunset were extraordinary. Very comfortable. Am absolute winner. So pleased we chose it.

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Tristan

couple

March 13, 2026

6

Stunning location with lovely staff, let down by hostel-grade facilities and an owner who made us feel unwelcome on our

Location — 5/5 Directly on the beach with stunning views and incredible sunsets. Hard to beat. Pre-Arrival Communication — 5/5 Prompt, helpful, and friendly throughout. Staff — 4/5 Arrival was handled warmly. Staff were welcoming, spoke great English, showed us around, and gave useful local tips. Shared Spaces & Amenities — 4/5 Community kitchen and bathrooms are generally clean. Filtered water and a fridge are available and working. Cleanliness — 4/5 Generally good. Given the location surrounded by ocean and trees, expect the usual tropical wildlife in communal areas: cockroaches, lizards, spiders. That’s nature, not negligence. Bed — comfy and clean.

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Leon

couple

February 16, 2026

10

Best place to stay in Santana Catalina

Amazing location, great host, cute dogs, perfect sunset view and top overall experience. 1 min walk to beach, where boats to Coiba depart.

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Athena

extended_group

January 19, 2026

10

A total gem in heavenly Santa Catalina - this is a fabulous place to stay.

Everything about our stay at Coibahouse was perfect. Darcy the host, is kind, helpful, and a general joy to get to know. He helped us organise a tour to Coiba, sorted our laundry and shared countless recommendations for local food spots. The room was clean, cool and comfortable. The facilities spotless and stylish. The view is out of this world. We could not recommend this place more - it was a truly peaceful and rejuvenating experience.

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Patrick

couple

January 9, 2026

9

The view of the ocean/sunset is the main attraction here but the room is comfy too. You have direct beach access. Owner is on top of things and it shows in the attention to detail. The outdoor shower was great.

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victoria

family_with_children

January 3, 2026

10

Highly recommend staying here, what a view! Fabulous stay

Great location and the owner Darcy was just amazing - great advice and super helpful on our ongoing journey.

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Kieron

couple

December 31, 2025

10

Simply outstanding. A MUST stay

Words cannot describe how amazing this stay was. Darcy and his family from the moment we arrived were extremely friendly, kind, thoughtful and helpful in every way imaginable. The view was nothing short of the BEST in the area. At all hours enjoy how different angles of the sun illuminate the beach (which is idyllically accessible by the garden), the waters in the bay and of Isla Santa Catalina. The facilities are perfect, with everything you could possibly need to self cater. Fresh grocers, shops and a vast variety of restaurants are extremely convenient and close by. In line with the amazing facilities, which were at the highest standard of comfort and cleanliness, Darcy and his family were also exceptional. We felt on all accounts that they were our friends looking after us, rather than hotel staff. Darcy organised our trip to Coiba island, kayak to Isla Santa Catalina and our onward shuttle which made it all so easy for us. The personal touch that Darcy and his family made to our stay was truly appreciated and we cannot wait to return to Coibahouse when we have the opportunity. For the price you will pay to stay here as well as the Michelins star service in every category, it is a no brainer to book to stay if you are so lucky that there is room available. We significantly extended our stay and did not want to leave! Thank you Darcy and family for everything, give Coco and Akiva a belly rub from us :)

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Amelie

couple

December 31, 2025

10

We enjoyed our stay a lot and will definitely come back!

Very friendly and helpful owner. The house is lovely and has an incredible view. Clean, comfortable, and quiet place to stay. Can highly recommend!

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Alessandro

couple

December 31, 2025

10

Darcy was a great host. He ensured throughout our stay that we were comfortable and he pointed out activities, restaurants and places of interest.

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Andreas

solo_traveller

December 21, 2025

9

Great view, very welcoming owner and a small kitchenette for breakfast, coffee and more.

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Renee

couple

December 20, 2025

10

Perfect stay in Santa Catalina!

We absolutely loved it! Clean, ocean view, easy access to the beach, lovely pets and most importantly: Darcy and his family are wonderful people! We felt so welcome and it was hard to leave. Thank you só much

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Guest

extended_group

July 29, 2025

10

A total gem in heavenly Santa Catalina - this is a fabulous place to stay.

Everything about our stay at Coibahouse was perfect. Darcy the host, is kind, helpful, and a general joy to get to know. He helped us organise a tour to Coiba, sorted our laundry and shared countless recommendations for local food spots. The room was clean, cool and comfortable. The facilities spotless and stylish. The view is out of this world. We could not recommend this place more - it was a truly peaceful and rejuvenating experience.

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Tina

couple

April 27, 2025

10

It's just a dream. We would go back any time. You can hear the sound of the ocean at night and enjoy the seaview during the day. We had a beautiful room with a private bathroom and a shared kitchen with refrigerator. Everything was very clean. There are only three rooms, so you have lots of privacy. The owner lives upstairs and is here for you any time. Thank you very much.

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Natalie

solo_traveller

April 11, 2025

9

Best terrace in Santa Catalina!

It’s a beautiful house right at the front of the smaller of Santa Catalina’s two beaches, only a few steps away from the Main Street where restaurants, cafes and all the dive shops are located. The owner is really nice and gave good recommendations on where to eat, there’s only three rooms so it’s really cozy, it was very clean, the shared kitchen is equipped for making breakfast or some basic cooking and the terrace is just amazing with tables to eat and sunchairs and hammocks to relax and the perfect ocean and sunset view. And the best thing: you can hear the sound of the waves while falling asleep!

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Richard

couple

February 22, 2025

9

Lovely location and great facilities. Really helpful and friendly couple running the place. It is so nice to relax and chill in the lounge area, looking out to sea.

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Simone

couple

December 31, 2024

10

Everything: the view, the hosts, the dogs :), the service and the recommendations he could give us! Thank you for a fantastic stay!

Facilities

Activities

Fishing, Canoeing, Cycling, Diving, Horse riding, Snorkelling, Beachfront, Beach

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & Drink

Breakfast options

General

Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Safety deposit box, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Outdoors

Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture

Parking

Free parking, Parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive

Services

Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Laundry, Airport shuttle

Apartment with Sea View

Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this apartment offers a living room and terrace where you can relax. The apartment offers air conditioning, a tiled floor, heating as well as a balcony with sea views. The unit has 4 beds.

Max 6 guests 19 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms
Apartment with Sea View

Featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, this apartment offers a living room and terrace where you can relax. The apartment features air conditioning, a tiled floor, heating as well as a balcony with sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 4 guests 18 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom
Apartment with Sea View

Featuring 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, this apartment offers a living room and terrace where you can relax. The apartment features air conditioning, a tiled floor, heating as well as a balcony with sea views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 19 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Double Room with Private Bathroom

The double room provides air conditioning, an electric kettle, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 19 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Double Room with Shared Bathroom

This air-conditioned room features a garden view and is decorated with bright colours, a wardrobe, and tiled floors. A shared bathroom with a shower is also included.

Max 4 guests 19 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Queen Room with Sea View

The double room offers air conditioning, an electric kettle, a terrace with sea views as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 18 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 20:00
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 11:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printGuests must walk to the town beach, walk left 60 metres to the Coibahouse sign, and ring the bell on the lower floor. Please note PayPal payments can be arranged directly with the property. Contact property for details.Please inform 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. Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 4:41 PM

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Coibahouse - 0 Star Hotel in Santa Catalina