Name: Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows
Address: Playa Grande, 00011 San Carlos, Panama, Playa Grande, Panama, 00011, Panama
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £70 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

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Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows

Playa Grande, 00011 San Carlos, Panama – Great location - show map

Houses
Kitchen
View
Garden
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Free WiFi
Terrace
Balcony
Free parking

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This unique vacation rental property is a 5-minute walk away from a secluded beach. It has 5 different units you can choose from. Offering walking meditation labyrinth, a nature trail and dedicated areas for relaxation and meditation throught the property, Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows is situated in Playa Grande, San Carlos in the Panama Region. Guests can enjoy views of the jungle surrounding the property. All bungalows are air-conditioned, have a private bath with hot water, refrigerators, and a patio with hammocks and panoramic views of the property. Most units have fully equipped kitchens with their own dining area. Free WiFi and beach towels are also provided. Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows is set within 4 acres of rainforest, 1 acre of which is untouched, Playa Coronado is 14 km away and Playa Blanca 19 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info

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Availability

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Accommodation Type

Number of guests

Bungalow with four beds

2 bunk beds

Two-Bedroom House

Bedroom 1:

2 double beds

Bedroom 2:

2 single beds

and

2 double beds

Family Studio

2 single beds

and

2 double beds

One-Bedroom House

2 double beds

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.4

Facilities

8.9

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.1

Value for money

8.8

Location

8.9

Free WiFi

9.4

See what guests loved the most:

Leonie
Germany
“Beautiful garden, beautiful cabañas, we had a separate kitchen that was AMAZING, everything you need was there. The wifi was superfast aswell. Kind welcome gift & card. All made with love & care. The location is very remote, perfect for some time...”
Lotta
Germany
“Surrounded by trees and wildlife, this was one of our favourite stays in Panama. We went to the empty beach (be aware of jellyfish!), relaxed in the hammocks and just enjoyed ourselves. The hosts were nice, our cottages great, the kitchen well...”
John
United States
“We booked a cabin with a kitchen - which turned out to be a separate cabin! Everything we needed was there - including basic spices and ground coffee. The blender was amazing - and we had fruit smoothies for breakfast and fancy fruit drinks...”
Gabriel
France
“The best stay we had in Panama, a small paradise situated in a forest at 5 minutes walk from a splendid and remote beach, marvelous ! The beauty and the calm of the place is unqiue, we loved our stay. The administrator wrote us a welcome letter,...”
Michael
Singapore
“We love the location, the beach was amazing, the property was tidy and serene. Henry was very helpful.”
Remco
Netherlands
“The appartment with kitchen is really comfortable if you stay longer than 1 night. There is a separate watertab with drinking water in the kitchen. Super! The large terrace with table and chairs is a nice to have family dinners. You have a lovely...”
Jan
Germany
“Wonderful spot in a jungle Park close to the pacific ocean. Beach is excellent, enjoy the waves and a mixture of black and white sand. We had a house with kitchen in an extra house. That was great, a lot of space and time to relax outside. You...”
Anna
France
“very comfortable bungalow, separate big kitchen. easy check in and out without administrative formalities. very trustful owner. nice short path in the wild. separate yoga, relaxation room.”
Corinna
Germany
“Great to spend a day/night in the jungle, watch birds, go to the beach. The cabin was clean, beds comfortable, the bathroom really beautiful. Contact with the owners /their car taker was also really nice. Would recommend!”
Daniel
Panama
“Beautiful place and Sean was an excellent host, super friendly and helpful. Would certainly come back and stay again when I am in the area.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Sean and Ayesha

Company review score: 9.4Based on 265 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company information

Hello, we are Sean and Ayesha, the owners and hosts at Istmo Bungalows. Panama is our adopted country, and we love it and are inspired by it! ISTMO is the Spanish word for isthmus or a small body of land connecting two larger bodies of land. In this spirit, we hope that our vacation rentals will help bridge connections and personal transformation for our guests. We love to travel and we love nature. We also love making traveling, exploration, and adventure accessible to everyone! We are blessed to have found the perfect plot of rainforest beside the ocean where we can build our dreams. We look forward to sharing our piece of paradise with you!

Property information

Looking for a relaxing beach getaway close to Panama City? Somewhere you can comfortably telecommute while your children can still connect to their online classes? Our bungalows are close to Panama City and in an idyllic setting surrounded by nature, steps away from a secluded beach. Istmo Bungalows have some of the most comfortable beds you have ever slept on, low-key luxury for the nature lover who requires comfort. Pricing is based on occupancy and length of stay. Stay longer and get enjoy more savings! Stay 2-nights and get 10% off, Stay 3-nights and get 15% off, Stay 4 or more nights and get 20% off, Most units have a fully equipped kitchen with their own dining areas. The non-kitchen units have a small refrigerator and coffee maker, they do not have access to a communal kitchen nor the equipment to prepare or heat up food. All of our units have excellent WiFi making us a great option for remote working. Our property embraces nature and is situated on 4 acres of rainforest and we are just an 8-minute walk from an amazing secluded beach. While on our property you can enjoy our Walking Labyrinth, a Nature Trail, and areas throughout the property for relaxation, and meditation. Our bungalows are set into the jungle, so access is through uneven terrain and requires some climbing of steps.

Neighbourhood information

Our property is located in Playa Grande, a rural beach community on the western edge of the Panama Province in the Republic of Panama. We are 1 hr 15 minutes from Panama City and 10 minutes from the town of Coronado. We are secluded but not isolated. We are an 8-minute walk to a secluded beautiful beach. As you approach the beach, the last 2 minutes of the walk are through a jungle trail with the warm tropical Pacific Ocean waiting for you. Something that attracted the owners to the area is the miles of black and white sand beach that has plenty of natural shade from the rainforest that grows close to the water’s edge. Our property is situated on 4 acres of land with intact rainforest. 1.5 hours from Panama City. 8 minute walk to family beach. 7 minute drive to El Plamar where you will find surf schools and board rentals. 20 minute walk along beach to Rio Mar our local surf break (if you have your own board). 12 minute drive to Coronado where you can find everything you need. 3 minute drive to Interamerican highway and local convenience stores. 45 minute drive to El Valle for Cloud forest hikes, rivers, waterfalls, horseback riding, local vegetable and artisans market

Languages spoken

English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

House rules

Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 07:00 to 12:00

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year

Cot upon request

Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 20:00 and 10:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A prepayment is required to secure your reservation. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Early check in and check out are available for an extra cost per room.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 10:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Yes, Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows is popular with guests booking family stays.
You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows (subject to availability). These can accommodate:
- 4 guests
- 6 guests
- 8 guests
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
Check-in at Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Fitness centre
- Massage
- Beach
The nearest beach is just 100 yards from Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows (subject to availability). These have:
- 1 bedroom
- 2 bedrooms
For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.
Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows is 3.1 miles from the centre of San Carlos. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
The prices at Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows on this page.
Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows on this page.

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