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About this property
Offering a restaurant, Hotel Iguanito is located in Santa Catalina, 262 feet from Santa Catalina Beach and 6.8 mi from Lagartero Beach. Free WiFi access is available in all areas. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with free toiletries. Extras include a desk, bed linen and a fan. At Hotel Iguanito you will find a terrace and a bar. Other facilities offered at the property include a tour desk, an ironing service and laundry facilities. Free parking is available. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including horse riding, hiking and diving. This property is about 3 hours’ drive from Enrique Malek International Airport in David City. Estero Beach is 0.9 mi away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Amir
United States
“Owners are awesome people, friendly and attentive. Location is perfect for scuba/snorkel excursions (1 minute to walk to the dive shops). Restaurant has fantastic food.” - Joe
United States
“The staff is amazing ! Chris and Juan run a tight ship and the restaurant is incredible. The daily menu and food preparation isn't something that you would expect at an "end of the road" beach town. Exquisite flavors and presentation, fresh...” - Andreas
United States
“The hosts José and Christine were wonderful, the room was a generous size, and the food was superb: José is a master in the kitchen. The A/C is modern and efficient, and having the restaurant downstairs is very convenient. Breakfast and dinner...” - J
United States
“Overall, I am very happy with this hotel and chose to stay there again for my second trip to Santa Catalina. Both rooms were a good size and clean, the bed was big and comfortable, the staff are very friendly/ helpful. There's a deck / common area...” - Scott
Panama
“Really good food in the restaurant served by a real French chef. (Juan) Big rooms with AC extremely clean.” - Scott
Panama
“It was a hotel that felt like a family home. The restaurant is very popular and Juan is a great chef. I just felt at home. The big porch invites conversation between guests. Christina is very kind and runs a tight ship. I liked it so much, I’m...” - Suzanne
United States
“i loved my cozy, clean room. there is a wash down area for your feet (which can get muddy on the beach). the restaurant was great - so many choices - i could not choose but the chef/owner,juan is obviously gifted in the kitchen. it was a nice...” - Maximilian
United States
“The two owners Chris and Juan are incredible. They helped schedule all of our various activities for us, as well as our shuttle back to Panama City. They served us each morning before our outings and all the food and cocktails we got from the...” - Douglas
United States
“Centrally located, Excellent, kind staff. Owners Chis and Juan were super friendly and helpful. Juan is an artist in the kitchen, has to be the best food in Santa Catalina in on site restaurant. Comfortable place to hand out in hammock on porch...” - Alexgeorgiev
Germany
“Central for everything around Santa Catalina, simple but clean rooms, extremely nice owners - we spent nice four days there!”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.


The fine print
Please note that check-in is available until 18.00 hs only. Guests who plan on arriving after that time must inform the property via telephone or email in advance. Guests who do not arrive prior to that time on the date of their reservation and do not inform the property of their delay in advance will automatically lose their booking. Arrivals after 22:30 will have an extra cost of $10.
Please inform Hotel Iguanito of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.