About

Welcome to Bodhi Hostel, where everything is designed with passion and nature in mind. Through traveling, we hope for you to learn more about our world, about yourself, about people and cultures. Bodhi Hostel is named after the very tree under which Buddha achieved enlightenment. In creating an open and sociable atmosphere, we want you to make new friends, and leave feeling a little enlightened yourself.

We can help you organize trips to the Coiba and Cebaco islands for snorkeling and diving and if you want to have a surf class we can contact you with an instructor.

We offer free breakfast.

Every bed in our place has a comfortable semi-therapeutic mattress, pillow, hotel quality linen, towels.

Fully equipped common kitchen available to all our guests.

Santa Catalina is a small town. We are located on the main street of Santa Catalina,
the bus stop is 3 minutes walk from our hostel. The surf beach is a 20-minute walk from the hostel.

Important notes:
Reception closes after 21:00




Bodhi Hostel & Lounge Policies and Conditions:

Check in from 14:00.
Check out before 12:00.

Reception Hours 7:00 to 21:00
If you are arriving after 8pm, please notify us beforehand by email or phone.

Cancellation policy: 72 hs before arrival. If guests do not show up, the first night of the reservation will be charged. Any modification resulting in a loss of nights has to be done 3 days before arrival otherwise the initial amount will be charged.

Payment upon arrival by cash only.

Taxes not included- 10.00%
Breakfast included.

No curfew.
Pet friendly.
Child friendly.
Non smoking.

Pets allowed upon request. Children in dorm only allowed upon request.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 21:00

Check Out

until 12:00

  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Free Parking
  • Luggage Storage
  • Parking
  • Reception (limited hours)
  • Internet access
  • Book Exchange
  • Board Games
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Reviews

9.3Superb(238)
  • Value for Money
    9.3
  • Security
    9.5
  • Atmosphere
    9.2
  • Cleanliness
    9.3
  • Staff
    9.8
  • Location
    9.2
  • Facilities
    8.9
Summary of traveller reviews

Bodhi Santa Catalina offers a welcoming atmosphere with exceptionally friendly staff, delicious and varied breakfasts, and a great location. Dorms are clean and comfortable, some mention AC. A few recent reviews note limited bathrooms.

Stayed in Jul 2026
8.9
L
Lloyd
Couple, 31-40, England
Pros: Reasonable value for money, very clean private room with great air con. Included served varied breakfast with fruit and coffee. A few communal areas for socializing. Helpful in arranging tours and generally amazing staff. Location in Santa Catalina town is near fruiteria, some restaurants and bars, and minimarket. Cons: Near the top of main Santa Catalina town, so a 30 min walk to playa el Estero for surfing and relaxing, some people did move to there (but further from amenities/pricier).
Stayed in May 2026
9.1
H
Harry
Couple, 25-30, England
Lovely hostel, well equipped kitchen, lovely breakfast, great hammocks and social. Main downside no safe in dorms
Stayed in May 2026
9.7
C
Charlie
Male, 18-24, England
Great hostel and staff!
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Location

Calle Principal, Santa Catalina, Panama
0.7km from city centre