Must-see hotels in Panamá Province

  • Canopy Tower Ecolodge

    Panamá Province

    Located in Parque Nacional Soberanía, this former US Air Force radar station now serves a very different function, namely ecotourism. It's an ecologically…

  • Mamallena Ecolodge

    Panamá Province

    At this mellow ecolodge on a sprawling 174-hectare farm, the seven rooms and eight-bed dorm are in a comfortable chalet and riverfront cabins in a…

  • Gamboa Rainforest Resort

    Panamá Province

    Near the Panama Canal and Río Chagres junction, 9km past the turnoff for Canopy Tower on the road to Colón, is this US$30 million spot. It's not an…

  • Mar y Oro

    Panamá Province

    Overlooking lovely Playa Cacique, this delightful property caters for romantic escapes. If you want to be right on the beach, it's your best option. The…

  • Vereda Tropical Hotel

    Panamá Province

    Atop a hill with commanding views, this pretty hotel charms with tropical tones, Mexican-style mosaic tiles, rod-iron railings and a caged parrot. Choose…

  • Hostal Casa Amarilla

    Panamá Province

    Guests adore the 'Yellow House,' a French-run B&B with manicured gardens and a sparkling pool. The 10 rooms in two buildings vary in size and style; the…

  • Gerald's B&B

    Panamá Province

    With a good location near the ferry landing and an easy walk to Playa de las Suecas, Gerald's is central, clean and comfortable, with consistently good…

  • Manglar Lodge

    Panamá Province

    The area's most stylish digs, Manglar Lodge is professionally run by surfer Ivan, who can also share tips. Outdoor showers will help you rinse off the…

  • Canopy B&B

    Panamá Province

    In an old canal house dating from 1937, this lovely B&B with five rooms has a clean design of classic features mixed with bold patterns. Heated towel…

  • Perla Real

    Panamá Province

    Looking more Santa Fé than tropical, this comfortable inn is one of the island's best options. Eight spacious rooms have French doors and prim decor, with…

  • Jungle Land Panama

    Panama Canal

    This overnight houseboat offers the novelty of a jungle retreat with canal ships passing by. Captain Carl hosts guests on a charming wooden three-story…

  • Hacienda del Mar

    Panamá Province

    Isla San José has 57 tan-sand beaches, nine year-round rivers and seven accessible waterfalls – and Hacienda del Mar has them all to itself. Its 17 stand…

  • Nitro City

    Panamá Province

    The world's first 'action sports resort' when it opened in 2010, Nitro City comes alive on weekends. It's pretty much what you'd expect in a beach haven…

  • Ivan’s Bed & Breakfast

    Panamá Province

    Decked out with memorabilia, this comfortable canal house tends to draw birdwatchers and hikers keen on quick access to Pipeline Rd, which is minutes away…

  • El Litoral B&B

    Panamá Province

    El Litoral B&B is a cute red-and-yellow house with four smart air-conditioned rooms (best is the corner Delicious room). The kicker is a sumptuous patio…

  • Villa Caprichosa

    Panamá Province

    Just this side of kitsch, the multi-leveled Villa Caprichosa has a wide Greco-Roman facade, fountains, bleached-wood floors, neutral colors and some, well…

  • Cerrito Tropical

    Panamá Province

    This smart Canadian- and Dutch-owned B&B occupies a quiet spot atop a steep road. The three ground-floor rooms are stylish but small; go instead for one…

  • Casa del Sol B&B

    Panamá Province

    Located in a residential neighborhood, this cozy inn features eight small rooms amid lovely grounds. There's no real living-room space, though, making it…

  • Contadora Island Inn

    Panamá Province

    In a pleasant, large home with wooden decks, this B&B is relaxing and personalized. Five modern rooms named after birds are ample and lovely, with tile…

  • La Romántica

    Panamá Province

    This very stylish, Austrian-owned boutique hotel has just four rooms in a quiet residential section of the island. The room with terrace facing the back…

  • Coronado Golf & Beach Resort

    Panamá Province

    If you’re keen to live it up in unchecked luxury, look no further than the Coronado Golf & Beach Resort. With 105 amenity-laden rooms, a top-notch…

  • Hotel Río Mar

    Panamá Province

    A right turn on the road in from the Interamericana, this hostel at the Panama Surfing Academy offers seven bargain-rate rooms that are pleasant and sit…

  • Hostal Zoraida’s Cool

    Panamá Province

    Overlooking the bay, this turquoise-and-yellow guesthouse run by affable Rafael has three small rooms – one looking to the sea, one in the center and one…

  • Palmar Surf Camp

    Panamá Province

    The wave-front Palmar Surf Camp is aimed at surfers or those who want to learn the ropes. Motel-style rooms feature cool murals, cable TV and free coffee…

  • Point

    Panamá Province

    Perched on a cliff above Playa Galeón, this is the island's only ‘resort’ but it feels worn out and in need of a revamp. The 48 rooms, in low-rise adobe…

  • Mateo B&B

    Panamá Province

    Hidden in a leafy suburban neighborhood, these two basic and very small cabins offer some respite. The bathroom is in the main house. Pre-booked dinner …

  • Ranger Station & Campground

    Panamá Province

    Visitors can camp by the ranger station. There's access to water but no other facilities here.