Chiriquí Province
This elegant Belgian-owned resort on the mainland has 20 brilliant-white ultramodern bungalows that offer the ultimate in comfort. Amenities range from…
Must-see hotels in Chiriquí Province
Highlands
High in the cloud forest, this wondrous backpacker community is a short and steep hike rewarded with yawning mountain panoramas. There are four dorms …
Highlands
This 162-hectare ecolodge lies 20km northwest of Volcán. At 1900m it's among the highest in Panama, and the cloud forest bordering Parque Internacional La…
El Refugio La Brisa del Diablo
Highlands
Overlooking a coffee plantation with views of Boquete, Volcán Barú and the Pacific, this tiny B&B punches way above its weight. The main building is built…
Highlands
Just under 3.5km north of Bambito is this sweet highland retreat set in a garden of anthuriums and hummingbirds. Owned by a friendly Panamanian-American…
Highlands
Have we died and gone to heaven? Sleep in one of six rustic retreats, or dormitories sleeping between two and 10, tucked into the rainforest; your nose is…
Boquete
This sleekly designed hotel and spa provides a very chic retreat. British-owned, it has eight rooms with cool space-saving designs, set amid verdant…
Boquete
Once upon a time, a Dutchman built this castle to pay homage to his beloved. Now it's a surreal fun center with an indoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi, on…
David
This great chilled-out house is the creation of a friendly musician and former Brooklynite. There's air-conditioned dorms, decent private rooms and a…
Highlands
Located in town, this large resort complex run by tourism pioneer Carlos Alfaro is a favorite among birdwatchers and hikers. Among the 21 rooms are dorms…
Boquete
This historic 21-room hotel dating from 1914 wins you over with its sprawling flower gardens, serene spaces, and handsome rooms and public areas. Choose…
Chiriquí Province
A lovely destination on the beach, with 14 impeccable, ample and cheery rooms and great service. We love the indigenous designs on the bedspreads and…
Chiriquí Province
Cala Mia on Isla Boca Brava offers luxurious ocean-front tranquility. Some 11 thatched bungalows have ample living spaces, handcrafted local furniture and…
Boquete
Set in a large, lush garden with a small stream running through it, this delicious property offers different types of lodgings in 16 units – from casitas …
Boquete
A casual stunner, this exclusive inn with six suites has a relaxed and intimate setting and an upscale restaurant called the Rock. Living areas feature…
Boquete
Surrounded by orange groves with private trails winding through gardens and forest, this stunning property is run by a Panamanian-Californian couple…
Boquete
On the edge of the Río Palo Alto, this garden inn with a dozen rooms in six red-mud cottages is run by a welcoming Briton. The grounds overflow with…
Boquete
If you'd like to get away from it all but still be within striking distance of the town and its amenities, choose these lovely cottages on 9 hectares of…
Highlands
Popular with researching scientists, these very rustic, handsomely constructed cabins occupy fantastic surroundings. The smaller one has a bedroom, a…
Chiriquí Province
This recommended all-inclusive eco resort catering to only 20 guests runs on wind and solar power. Linked by a garden path, each cottage houses six people…
Chiriquí Province
With ranchos (small house-like buildings) and attractive cabins, this fun, Italian-run place is the best bargain lodging in Las Lajas. It sits across the…
Chiriquí Province
Capping the western end of the beach is this sprawling yellow hacienda-style resort. Its 48 terraced rooms and suites are decorated with soft, natural…
Highlands
Just north of Bambito along the Río Chiriquí Viejo, this 20-room resort set in the forest is ideal for families as it offers health-spa facilities, a pool…
Chiriquí Province
This small, intimate resort counts just five bungalows, four of them looking to the ocean. Rooms have chunky wooden furniture, huge bathrooms and walk-in…
El Río Encantado Nature Resort
Chiriquí Province
This remote resort idyllically located on 40 manicured hectares on the Río Caldera offers four comfortable self-catering cottages, as well as a wonderful…
Boquete
Under new ownership, this B&B features six large, fan-cooled rooms with terrace or balcony. Special features include concierge service, memory-foam…
Boquete
Facing the central plaza, this turquoise ex-boardinghouse is backpacker central, complete with kitchen, laundry and free pancake breakfasts. For its huge…
Boquete
These lavish quarters enveloped in manicured grounds and a coffee farm bear no trace of their past as erstwhile stables. Decor is elegant but a little…
Boquete
This upscale hotel along the the road leading to the Boquete hills features an appealing ultramodern style and attentive staff at the front desk. The 20…
Chiriquí Province
On the outskirts of Las Lajas town, about 500m east, this German-run B&B has sweeping views and warm hospitality. Four spacious and well-appointed rooms…
Highlands
With just two tiny houses with adorable fittings, this Argentine lodging is a snug option. The onsite cafe serves good pub grub and there's a small tour…
Boquete
Built around a small organic garden, this blue-and-orange lodging run by an eccentric German features Tintin murals, a collection of a half-dozen…
Chiriquí Province
The three fan-cooled thatched cabins with little terraces at this delightful B&B accommodate between two and four people. It's at the northern end of Las…
David
David's flashiest hotel, the sleek 'City of David' has 103 tastefully furnished rooms with wooden floors, minibars and fully wired desks. Rooms 303 and…
Boquete
Although it's within walking distance, El Oasis is across the Río Caldera from Boquete proper and is a good deal quieter than staying in town; the river's…
Boquete
This design-oriented hotel features seven modern suites with living rooms and kitchenettes. It's all spick and span but way overpriced; luckily, there are…
Highlands
On Volcán's main road 500m northwest of the center, this friendly midrange hotel has 20 adequate rooms built around lush gardens and a gurgling stream…
Boquete
The most stylish in-town hostel is this newcomer with huge gardens, pallet furniture and sleek murals. Double rooms have old-fashioned charm. There's a…
Highlands
The best option in the center of Volcán is this new hotel with lovely modern rooms decked out with minibars, safes and flat-screen TVs. The onsite…
Boquete
Famous for its coffee farm and birdwatching opportunities – it's one of the best places in the country to see quetzals – Finca Lérida also offers classic…
