AN OCEANFRONT PARADISE
YOGA & SURF RETREAT, SANTA CATALINA, PANAMA
An Oceanfront Paradise
This classic beach hotel, our Original (OG) Waluaa property, is the perfect sanctuary for our hosted Yoga and Surf Retreats, in Santa Catalina.
Highlights:
Prime Location: Oceanfront on Panama’s renowned La Punta surf break, offering stunning views and sunsets from the restaurant, bar, pool, and yoga studio. Swim, surf, paddle board, and kayak right in front of the property.
Walking distance: Just a short 11-minute stroll to Playa Estero, a safe and uncrowded soft-sand beach perfect for swimming, beach walks, and surfing. A quick 14-minute walk also takes you to the heart of Santa Catalina village.
Fully Equipped Yoga Studio: Oceanfront yoga studio stocked with premium Manduka PRO mats and equipment.
Complimentary Gear: Bikes, SUP boards, soft boards and kayaks are available for guests.
Room Amenities: All rooms feature modern comforts, including powerful AC, fans, memory foam mattresses, plush pillows, cable TV, a safe, strong Wifi, ensuite with BPA-free bath products, and a fridge. Each garden-view room also includes its own hammock, table, and sun deck chairs for relaxation.
Spanish Colonial Style with a rustic charm
Casual, warm, and timeless. Inspired by nature and local design, this oceanfront property brings you a relaxed, comfortable vibe that keeps you in tune with nature—a perfect place to kick back and unwind.
All rooms, along with the yoga studio, restaurant, and bar furniture, are crafted from natural, sustainable materials, much of it recycled and handmade from local sources. Think stone, rock, clay tiles, and tropical hardwoods—all chosen to preserve the environment while creating a blissful space for you to relax after an unforgettable day of surf and yoga..
The Vibe:
Experience the essence of Panama with a retreat here. Locally inspired architecture surrounded by palm trees, native plants, and vibrant flowers immerses you in the natural beauty of the region.
A spacious property with 16 rooms, inviting and open to all—yet never feeling crowded. It has a tranquil, village-like feel that makes it easy to unwind.
Casual, relaxed, and down-to-earth, it’s a place where you’ll find yourself dozing off in a hammock, ocean breeze on your face, and the scent of fresh, salty air all around.
With a generous, welcoming social area, it’s the ideal spot to connect and share stories with like-minded travelers from around the world.
Retreat Facilities
Adventure Equipment
Oceanfront Infinity Pool
Yoga Studio
Yoga & Fitness Deck
Restaurant & Bar
Social Area
Meals & Drinks
On a Waluaa retreat, all your meals are thoughtfully prepared by our chefs, featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Start your day with a hot breakfast, local coffee, and an array of tropical fruits. Lunches are plant-based, and dinners highlight local, wild-caught seafood, all crafted to nourish and delight. With over 10 years of retreat experience, we cater to every dietary preference and need (V, GF, DF, etc.) with ease.
To support the community, you’ll also enjoy meals at select village restaurants in Santa Catalina. All dinners include a complimentary glass of house wine or a local cerveza.
