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Panama's Islands and Beaches- Attractions, Hotels and Travelers Tips

If you love beaches but hate the crowds, Panama is the place for you. Sun and Sand in Panama means non-stop picture perfect beaches along 1000 miles of coast on both the Caribbean and the Pacific and more than 1500 islands. Choose from a wide variety of beach venues from all-inclusive resorts and exotic island retreats to simple thatched beachfront cabins.

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Al Natural-Bocas del Toro  

Recommended by Travel and Leisure as one of the top ecolodges in the world, on Bastimientos Island just 30 minutes by boat from Bocas town, Al Natural is the perfect island getaway for romantics, honeymooners and nature lovers. Six gorgeous bungalows built of natural materials on the beach with jungle at the back and the open to the sea from the front. Elegantly furnished and absolutely private. Three delicious meals are served each day in an outdoor dining area and snorkeling, windsurfing and kayak equipment is included in the price.Many boat excursions and trekkings into Bastimentos National Parks available. Ask about the all-inclusive package with a two-night minimum stay with one 3-4 hour daily boat tour included and all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. English, French and Spanish spoken.


Bastimientos Island , Bocas del Toro
Email: alnaturalbocas@cwpanama.net
Web: http://www.bocas.com/alnatura.htm
Tel: 507.757.9004/6575.6103/6640.6935

Bahia Hotel-Bocas del Toro  

Relax in the friendly atmosphere of a beautifully restored grand oldbuilding full of history and ocean views. Our hotel is the original turn-of-the-century HQ of the United Fruit Company and still houses an over 100 year’s old safe used back then. We offer eighteen perfectly appointed,
oversized and comfortable rooms. All rooms are air-conditioned, have private baths w/hot shower, cable TV and Wireless Internet access. Our “Distinguished Guest Program”, that offers medical coverage in case of accidents during their visit to Bocas, covers all guests, twenty-four hours, from check-in to checkout. Rooms with ocean view balconies are available.Everyone is invited to sit on our second story veranda and enjoy sea views while relaxing in Adirondack-style chairs. Enjoy our popular on-premise restaurant with delicious regional and international food.Languages: English and Spanish




On Main Street of Isla Colon in Bocas del Toro overlooking the sea.
Email: hotelbahia@cwp.net.pa
Web: http://www.hotelbahia.biz
Tel: 507.757.9626
Fax: 507.757.9692

Bananas Village Resort-Isla Grande Caribbean Coast  

Enjoy a true tropical paradise in the Caribbean- an island resort with clear and peaceful waters, white beaches, luxurious vegetation,well appointed accomodations and an excellent on-premise restaurant. Activities: snorkeling, island tours and kayaking. Just 2 hours by car from Panama City on the Atlantic coast past the historic town of Portobello. Ask about our special green season rates May thru October.
Kids: yes
Languages: English, Spanish


Isla Grande, Colon Province, about 2 hours by car from Panama City.
Email: info@bananasresort.com
Web: http://www.bananasresort.com
Tel: 507.263.9510
Fax: 507.264.7556

Beyond Bocas Real Estate-Bocas del Toro

We are the only Bocas real estate agency with a multiple listing service. Check out the wide selection of properties on our website from all over the Bocas del Toro province. New properties are added every week. We are the original 100% independent real estate company in Bocas. No more need shopping for properties door-to-door. We have them all and our full service agency is ready to make your Bocas property shopping a pleasure.



Email: BeyondBocas@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.beyondbocas.com
Tel: 507.757.9694
Fax: 507.757.9694 Cel: 507.6683.1369

Bocas del Toro Hotel-Bocas del Toro  

Welcome to the historic and simple elegance of this 11 room boutique hotel. Caribbean style architecture built over the sea complements our open-air WI-FI terrace restaurant and Sports Bar. Our rooms include AC, cable TV, telephone, private baths with hot water. Enjoy our ocean or town view balcony rooms. Boat and kayak tours and house health treatments available. We are a member of the Boutique Hotels & Resorts International recognized for providing unique décor, outstanding service and amenities.

Ask about our local tours and special activities.


Ocean front hotel built in theCaribbean Colonial style using native wood.
Email: h_bocasdeltoro@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.hotelbocasdeltoro.com
Tel: 507.757.9771 Cel: 507.6689.2684
Fax: 507.757.9018

Boutique Hotel Cala Mia-Pacific Coast-Chiriqui Gulf

A stunning new island ecolodge on the point of a pristine island bordering the Pacific Ocean.We offer 11 exquisitely designed bungalow suites full of detailed handcrafted woodwork, by skilled local artisans. Our boutique hotel is a true escape where you won't need keys and shoes are optional. The restaurant, with selected Mediterranian cuisine and a bar rest on the highest point of this small penninsula with breathtaking views of surrounding islands, our private beach and freshwater infinity pool. Our facilities include a spa, a massage and yoga exercise area. We are a true eco-resort, entirely solar powered and surrounded by birds, monkeys, dolphins, and turtles.


Turn left off of the Interamerican highway at the end in Boca Chica
Email: hotelcalamia@gmail.com
Web: http://www.boutiquehotelcalamia.com
Tel: 507.6747.0111/507.6617.5352

Buenaventura Resort Community-Pacific Coast Near Panama City

An exclusive beach community with ocean front and lake front villas, condominiums, and custom-built homes. Located on 1.5 miles of secluded beach with finest white sand and the best of climates. A beach-front club house, walking and riding paths, lakes and tropical gardens, 24 hour security and controlled access, internet. Just 80 minutes from Panama City at Farallon. Financing is available for lots starting from $190,000.00, Bristol Condos from $328,000.00 and houses from $485,000.00.





On the Pacific Coast 1.5 hours from Panama City
Email: rarosemena@buenaventura.com.pa
Web: http://www.buenaventura.com.pa
Tel: 507.270.2277/Cel:507.6643.7555
Fax: 507.270.0133

Casa Selva del Mar-Bocas del Toro  

A unique bed and breakfast located on beautiful Isla San Cristobal, Casa Selva del Mar offers private one bedroom villas perched on a bluff overlooking the sea, surrounded by lush flowering gardens. There’s a coral reef 100 feet from shore and 18 acres of pristine rainforest with walking trails. Your solar-powered villa has a wrap around deck and balcony and louvered doors that open up completely, and is beautifully furnished with orthopedic queen bed, teak accessories, double hideabed, full kitchen, satellite TV and a computer with internet access. Free use of snorkels/fins, kayaks and our extensive library of books and DVD’s are included. Bar open nightly at the main house, delicious dinners available by appointment. A bird watcher’s paradise, perfect for honeymooners. Free transportation to and from Bocas airport included. Nightly, weekly and long term rates available. Languages: English, Spanish.


12 minutes by boat from Bocas Town
Email: susanagg1@gmail.com
Web: http://casaselvadelmar.bocas.com/
Tel: 507.6612.1209

Cocomo On the Sea-Bocas del Toro  

A charming bed and breakfast inn with attractive rooms including A/C. Relax and enjoy an ample breakfast served on our Seascape Veranda set upon the lovely Caribbean sea. Dip into the Caribbean from our private swimming platform.


Isla Colon, Bocas del Toro
Email: cocomoonsea@cwpanama.net
Web: http://www.panamainfo.com/cocomo
Tel: 507.757.9259
Fax: 507.757.9259

Condor Outfitters and Tours

Based in the US, our founder and staff grew up in Panama and are Panama experts. Specializing in Panama packages of all types including leisure & adventure. See the Panama Canal with us as well as fabulous beaches, rainforest experiences and even opportunities to visit the different Indian cultures. We are happy to work with one person as well as groups of any size as well as customized private tours. We work directly with hotels to get you the best packages, service and competitive prices. We can also book your international air directly through our office.
Call our US toll free number today.


1907 De Winton Place, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
Email: panamalori@condoroutfitters.com
Web: http://www.condoroutfitters.com
Tel: USA 1.800.783.8847
Fax: 770.995.8017

Coral Lodge-Caribbean Coast near the San Blas Islands  

Recently selected by Condè Nast Traveler magazine as one of the best new hotel in the world in their HOTLIST 2007. An incomparable pristine setting in world-class accomodations that are both refined and rustic. Enjoy authentic nature and adventure in our over-the-water bungalows surrounded by golden beaches, tropical rainforest, an azure sea, coral gardens and near to the Indian culture of the San Blas Islands. Our bungalows combine Caribbean elegance and charm with king beds, hot tubs, rattan lounges, hammocks, private sundecks and air conditioning. The ambiance is that of leisure and relaxed casual elegance. Enjoy fabulous dining under the beautifully thatched roofs of our over-the-water Cayuco Bar and our Casa Bohio Restaurant with its sun terrace, swimming pool and private beach. Mangrove canals, bays and inlets for kayaking, miles of uninhabited beaches to comb and Panama's best coral reefs for scuba diving. In-shore fishing, horseback riding, San Blas Island tours, island romance and more.





Email: info@corallodge.com
Web: http://www.corallodge.com
Tel: 507.202.3795/507.317.6754/ Cell:507.6671.1150 or 6514.2523
Fax: 507.317.6754

Costa Blanca Royal Decameron Resort-Pacific Coast   

An all-inclusive beach resort located on one of the best Pacific Coast beaches just 90 minutes from Panama City. Features 820 rooms with balconies, 8 specialty restaurants and 3 buffets, daily activity programs for adults and children, kayaks, bicycles, sailing, snorkeling etc... Royal Decameron is much more than an all-inclusive.


On the Pacific Coast less than an hour and a half from Panama City
Email: reservas@decameronpty.com
Web: http://www.decameron.com/Destinations/Panama/rdecameron_panama.html
Tel: Offices: 507.206.5300/Hotel:507.993.2255
Fax: 507.214.3539

Hacienda del Mar-Ecovillage by the Sea-Pearl Islands  

A true ecological experience on the second largest privately owned island in Central America. A 44 sq. KM island of volcanic origin with exuberant pristine rainforest and over 30 white sand beaches. Indulge yourself with our resort's comfort, hospitality and fine cuisine and at the same time enjoy the natural wonders and scenery provided by mother nature in this Garden of Eden. Sportfishing excursions also available.


On a private island in the Archipelago de las Perlas in the Pacific Ocean, just 15 minutes from Panama City.
Email: info@haciendadelmar.net
Web: http://www.haciendadelmar.net
Tel: 507.269.6634
Fax: 507.264.1787

Island Realty-Bocas del Toro  

Bocas largest selection of waterfront properties. Offering residential and commercial investments to an international clientele.


Main Street, Bocas del Toro
Email: amber@bocasdeltoro.net
Web: http://bocasdeltoro.net
Tel: 507.757.9017
Fax: 507.757.9541

La Playita Resort-Azueros Peninsula near Pedasi

Set above a beautiful beach cove just 40 minutes from Pedasi, La Playita offers 3 beautifully designed cabins, a terrace restaurant with sea views and a gorgeous beach.Activities include snorkeling, fishing, boat rides, and surfing nearby. Ask about our special surfing and fishing packages with cabin,meals and all transportation included.Owner Lester Knight is a professional jockey. He and his wife speak perfect English and enjoy wildlife. Expect some fun encounters with wildlife including ostriches and pet monkeys.


Venao Beach, 40 minutes south of Pedasi
Email: ireknight@hotmail.com, doralis26@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.playitaresort.com
Tel: 507.996.6551/Cell: 6639.2968

La Veranda Hotel-Bocas del Toro  

Beautifully preserved Victorian Guest House with the true flavor of "Old Bocas" and great prices. Swim in the clear green Caribbean one block away. Spacious colorfully designed rooms with antiques and shell lamps, optional A/C, kitchen on the veranda-weekly and monthly rates. Recommended by the New York Times Budget Traveler.



In the town of Bocas,two blocks from the main street on Colon Island
Email: laveranda@cwpanama.net
Web: http://laverandapanama.tripod.com
Tel: 507.757.9211
Fax: 507.757.9211

Laguna Hotel-Bocas del Toro  

Lovely European-style hotel with lots of pretty woodwork right in the center of Bocas town. Comfortable, attractive rooms with AC, TV and telephones. Popular on-premise restaurant. Reasonable prices.



On Main St. on Isla Colon in Bocas del Toro
Email: hlaguna@cwp.net.pa
Web: http://www.hotellaguna.net
Tel: 507.757.9091
Fax: 507.757.9092

Las Sirenas-Pacific Coast Near Panama City  

On the beautiful Santa Clara beach on the Pacific Ocean, Las Sirenas offers ten nicely appointed, cozy oceanfront cabañas and all the comforts of a private home.


On Santa Clara beach in the Pacific about an hour and a half from Panama City.
Email: info@lasirenas.com
Web: http://www.lasirenas.com
Tel: 507.264.1964

Lula's Bed and Breakfast  

A beautiful and charming place to stay, with an 80 year history! From the moment you arrive, Lula's warm, natural woods, cool tiles and abundant plants welcome you to the islands. Come enjoy the salt breeze and ceiling fans from our decks, relax and read a book; or retire with a hot shower in your air conditioned room. Wireless internet access is available throughout Lula’s.



Email: information@lulabb.com
Web: http://www.lulabb.com
Tel: 507.757.9057/6629.0836

Maccabite Hotel Over The Sea-Bocas del Toro  

A private island getaway on Bastimentos Island in Bocas. We offer you 11 Caribbean-style rooms with all the comforts of home and reasonable rates. Each one has air conditioning, ceiling fan, satelite TV, and a bathroom with hot water, hair dryer and compost toilets. Enjoy beautiful views our decks- see the famous Zapatilla Cays, tropical fauna and wonderful sunrises and sunsets. In our facilities you can relax, swim in the sea, sun bathe and practive water sports cayucos rides (local boats)snorkeling, jet skis, kneeboards, wakeboards, skies and speedboats. We will also help you arrange tours organizing other tours and fishing trips.



20 minutes from Bocas Town in one of our boats.
Email: hotelmaccabite@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.hotelmaccabite.com
Tel: 507.264.5255/Cel:6673.5155
Fax: 507.264.5411

Panama Travel Experts  

Your experts for traveling to Panama. Vacation packages, custom tours, group services and more. From budget beach vacations to 5-star custom excursions Panama Travel Experts has the perfect adventure for you! Bilingual guides and staff with offices in the United States and Panama.


Obarrio, Business District
Email: info@panamatravelexperts.com
Web: http://www.panamatravelexperts.com
Tel: USA Toll Free: 1.877.836.5300/Panama: 507.265.5323
Fax: USA: 1.810.963.4617 Panama: 507.265.5324

Pesantez Tours  

Panama's original tour operator, for almos 20 years providing quality tours. Recommended by Lonely Planet as providing "quality service for a long time", we offers a great variety of one-day Panama City tours and multiday country tours.


P.O. BOX 55-0716 PAITILLA, PANAMA
Email: pesantez@sinfo.net
Web: http://www.pesantez-tours.com
Tel: 507.263.8771 | 507.223.5374
Fax: 507. 263.7860

Playa Blanca Beach Resort-Pacific Coast Near Panama City  

A premiere five-star all-inclusive resort located on lush Playa Blanca, surrounded by lavish gardens with exotic flora and fauna. Each of the 219 luxuriously appointed rooms feature a terrace or balcony with majestic views of the sea or gardens. The all inclusive plan includes all meals, beverages, and a variety of land and water sports activities. Conveniently located just 1.5 hours from Panama City on the Pacific Coast. Transportation available from Panama's International Airport.




1.5 hours from Panama City on Playa Blanca beach at Farallon.
Email: reservaciones@playablancaresort.com
Web: http://www.playablancaresort.com
Tel: 507.264.6444
Fax: 507.300.7797

Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge-Bocas del Toro  

An Acqua-Lodge in a totally virgin and natural environment-enjoy one of our nine exclusive cabins set over the crystal clear waters of the Bocas del Toro archipelago.From your private terrace you will be able to observe impressive sunsets interrupted only by playful dolphins.Our guests experience a pure and intimate experience with nature in a place of singular beauty where they can relax in comfort. Recommended in feature stories in Outside Magazine, Travel and Leisure, Brides, Conde Nast Traveler magazines and The New York Times.


On Bocas del Toro's main island-Isla Colon
Email: reservactions@puntacaracol.com
Web: http://www.puntacaracol.com.pa
Tel: 507.6612.1088

Sapibenega-The Kuna Lodge-San Blas Islands  

Called the "finest retreat" in the San Blas Islands by Lonely Planet Panama Guide,written about in several international publications including National Geographic Traveler and the place where the winners in CBS's Survivor were treated to a rest- Sapibenega Lodge is truly a special place. Set on a picturesque private island, lodge facilities include 6 nicely appointed Tahitian-style cabins at the waters edge with beautiful sea views and an open air restaurant-bar. The friendly owner and manager is a native Kuna indian, Paliwitur Sapibe who speaks English, Spanish and Kuna. Pali will organize some great local tours including snorkeling, a Kuna village tour , fishing the Kuna way and mainland jungle eco-treks. The lodge is also a true eco-lodge with solar power and compost toilets.


On a small private island in the San Blas Islands near the island community of Playon Chico.
Email: sapibenega@cableonda.net
Web: http://www.sapibenega.com
Tel: 507.215.1406
Fax: 507.215.3724

Seagullcove Lodge-Chiriqui Gulf

We are a small and intimate boutique hotel with our own private beach on the unspoiled water of the Chiriqui gulf. With only five ocean front bungalows discreetly nestled among swaying palms and tropical gardens, this first-class yet casual, European style resort is tranquility and brilliance personified. Dine on first-class Italian cuisine from an ever-evolving menu featuring fresh seafood and quality meat year around. Step down into the beach from your own private deck and swim while admiring the tropical lush islands around the gulf. The ultimate luxury and comfort of our bungalows--finished with tasteful European crafts and full amenities including satellite TV--set the bar for relaxing and exotic vacations.



Email: seagullcovelodge@gmail.com
Web: http://www.seagullcovelodge.com
Tel: 507.6611.7574

Tranquilo Bay-Bocas del Toro  

Your home base to explore the islands and highlands of Panama's Wild West. Our guests unpack, settle in and experience our unique tropical island location. We are located on a secluded 100-acre facility, adjacent to Bastimentos National Marine Park, with miles of trails full of wildlife, tropical rainforest, incredible coral reef, and the Caribbean Sea. We provide you with a spacious, comfortable air-conditioned cabana, beautiful views, ecological adventure activities, personal attention, and fine cuisine. Our owner-operated eco-facilities include six deluxe cabanas, a beautiful dining area, a large book/movie library, an inviting dock and a variety of other locations to experience the diversity of Bocas del Toro’s archipelago and cloud forests. With our all-inclusive packages, everything is taken care of for you – ground transportation in Panama City, transportation between Bocas Town and Tranquilo Bay, accommodations, great food and drink, and a variety of activities to choose from each day. Activities include nature hiking, beaches, kayaking, fishing, skin diving, surfing, and cultural exchange. Internet and telephone service are available in the main lodge. 30 minutes from Bocas Town on Isla Colon in one of our boats. Tranquilo Bay is listed as one of the Best Destinations for Families and one of the Best Ecolodges and Wilderness Resorts in Frommer's Panama.


30 minutes from Bocas Town on Isla Colon in one of our boats
Email: info@tranquilobay.com
Web: http://www.tranquilobay.com
Tel: Panama 507.380.0721 / USA :713 .589.6952
Fax: USA 713.344.1125

Vista Mar Hotel-Bocas del Toro

A charming new hotel perched over the Caribbean Sea just one block from the main street of Bocas. We are your home-away-from home with comfortable sea and town view rooms, air-conditioning, a seaside terrace for dining and coffee, another terrace with a hammock for relaxation and an on-premise restaurant. Our gracious English speaking hosts are at your service and ready make sure your have a most pleasurable Bocas stay.


On the Caribbean Sea in the town of Bocas
Email: hotelvistamar@cwpanama.net
Web: http://www.hotelvistamar.net
Tel: 507.757.9198

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