Reviews of Coibahouse
Playa Santa Catalina, 123456 Santa Catalina, Panama

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Reviewed: 29 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewEverything 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.
Nothing!
Thank you Anonymous. You know it was truly our pleasure. Hopefully the continuance to the island was adventurous y fruitful
Reviewed: 27 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewIt'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.
Thank you very much. It was totally our pleasure. Every guest is important but you were like family. Have a wonderful rest of your holiday.
Reviewed: 19 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewVery nice location on top of a hill overlooking ocean. Plenty of comfortable outdoor furniture inviting to relax. Good equipped outdoor kitchen with all necessary stuff.
The nearest neighborhood. Hotel is located close to the main street which is ugly and dirty. On the other hand, trips to Coiba Island starts from here.
I am sorry you gave us a low review for the construction that is on the main road. I believe you enjoyed Coibahouse itself and your review should reflect that in the rating.
Reviewed: 11 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewIt’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!
Thank you Natalie glad the diving and the stay are good memories
Reviewed: 22 February 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewLovely 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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Reviewed: 31 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewEverything: the view, the hosts, the dogs :), the service and the recommendations he could give us! Thank you for a fantastic stay!
Nothing, everything was fine (even though we were unlucky with the weather)
Reviewed: 6 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewAll great!! Fantastic balcony and view!! Very clean and welcoming! The owner helped us with everything! Thank you Darcy
All good!
Reviewed: 27 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewLovely house, right on the beach. Georgous terrace
No breakfast, unexpectedly. Maybe I misread the info
Aideen, your review is truly unbelievable. For a private 2 bedroom room on the beach, you paid under $60/night and you rate 7.5 for value. You booked 3 nights, left after 2 nights with a lame excuse and we gave you a partial refund for the 3rd night. Not obligatory! Was it because you were offended because there was no breakfast which by the way we do not offer. Your error. Our staff?? Me and my family, make a big effort to see you are comfortable. You stayed 2 nights and the day you were out on a tour. What sort of action do you propose so we can improve our staff rating if we do not see you? You were a very 6.0 client. Cleanliness, we clean everyday. Comfort: love to know what you expected, actually not! Facilities: maybe the ‘not included breakfast’ we don’t advertise! What a shame, I thought better of you as a guest. You make a family run guesthouse a poorer experience. Please be more considerate.
Aideen, your review is truly unbelievable. For a private 2 bedroom room on the beach, you paid under $60/night and you rate 7.5 for value. You booked 3 nights, left after 2 nights with a lame excuse and we gave you a partial refund for the … Show more
Reviewed: 31 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewPerfect location and view. Precisely as advertised. Super friendly host!
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Reviewed: 22 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewThe view from the terrace is breathtaking, the room and the shared bathroom was very clean and all you need on a tropical holiday. The host Darcy was very welcoming and made me feel at home from day one. There is also a possibilty to rent an canoe to go to the island just across the property.
Nothing, for me it was perfect!
Reviewed: 5 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 30 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewAmazing place with amazing view and affordable price. Best place to stay in santa catalina.
Reviewed: 28 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewThe house is at the perfect location… the owner and the workers are so kind and helpfull! Was the best stay i had on my whole vacation! Amazing nature, amazing vibe, amazing people!!
Reviewed: 25 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
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Verified reviewReviewed: 24 April 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewAmazing view. Direct access to the beach. Very quiet and close to the centers for scuba-diving and diving. Seemed like the best accommodation of the town. Would 200% recommend!
Thank you so much. We do the best we can and yes our location helps a lot.
Reviewed: 31 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewIncredible view of the ocean and very close to the village restaurants. Relaxing hammocks and outdoor deck area. We were able to book tours from the host and receive convenient laundry service. Would highly recommend! :)
Reviewed: 11 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewBeautiful place with an amazing terrace.
Reviewed: 11 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewWhat’s not to love?! We loved our stay at Coibahouse! The views were amazing and the property is charming and peaceful. Darcy was a great host! We hope to come back with our kids. This is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy life.
Nothing.
Thank you so much. it was truly an uplifting pleasure.
Reviewed: 3 February 2024 · Stayed in February 2024
Verified reviewThe location and layout of the rooms are fantastic. The parking couldn’t have been better. A cute bridge to pass over that we loved walking on greeted by the guard poodles and cats. We loved the dogs and cats (they are not intrusive or noisy but will happily accept some pets if you offer them) We also loved how close it was ro everything. It was very quiet and the views of the sunsets over the beach and the islands were spectacular. Our hosts were very friendly and accommodating. They have comfortable chairs and loungers so we didn’t spend a lot of time in the room itself but it was very serviceable. We would definitely love to return.
While we knew this going in before we booked it, private bathrooms or at least one more shared toilet would make a huge improvement in our rating. It appears that there is the possibility for that. That said, the toilet and very large separate shower was always clean and we had no issues whatsoever other than having to wait (or know that someone else is waiting on you). It isn’t really fair to complain about this as the listing clearly states it but we offer it as a “suggestion “ to further enhance the experience for their guests. Our only other concern is that the place is already booked out so we won’t be able to go back as we fell in love with it
Hi appreciate your review. I feel it is a little low considering we provided everything as stated but oh well. Good news we are finishing the new private bathroom for room 3. Now only 2 rooms share a 3 station (toilet, vanity and shower each independent) common bathroom. Even better.
Hi appreciate your review. I feel it is a little low considering we provided everything as stated but oh well. Good news we are finishing the new private bathroom for room 3. Now only 2 rooms share a 3 station (toilet, vanity and shower eac… Show more
Reviewed: 4 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewIncredible location, we loved sitting in the hammocks and watching the sunset. No better view in Santa Catalina. Great aircon in the rooms and very clean with towels provided. Great access to town and the beach. Kitchen was basic but functional and worked well. The host was so helpful and friendly, we loved meeting the pets and we used the laundry service which was speedy.
Although close to the beach not the nicest beach (obviously not a fault of the accommodation but general note on Santa Catalina), but ideal if you want to go to Coiba island or surfing. Kitchen lacks utensils e.g no chopping board but for basic meals not an issue.
Thanks Katy. We have taken care of the chopping board and appreciate the observation. Yes the kitchenette is basic but I will look at the utensils to see it is complete. Thanks so much.
Reviewed: 5 November 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewThe rooms and space were very comfortable. Location couldn’t be better, directly on the beach. The staff provided outstanding service, went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable
It was wonderful hosting you. Glad we could help with all your interests and needs. Also, we appreciate you sharing your lives with us. Very inspirational.