Playa Grande, 00011 San Carlos, Panama
#7 of 23 hotels in San Carlos
Guests' ChoiceBased on 79 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
9.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 23 May 2024
Paula
CanadaI didn’t realize just how many stairs this place had down to our cabins. If you have mobility issues, look at the two cabins at the top of the stairs. The AC in the kitchen was out when we were there, so it was not as comfortable as it could have been.
The beds were incredibly comfortable—the best we had in Panama, and we had a few. The rooms and bathrooms were large and clean. The kitchen was very large and had all the amenities you needed. The beach was only a few minutes away, and we saw monkeys and plenty of birds. This place is off the beaten track. If you don’t have a car, you'll need to bring your food in. Sean is incredibly helpful. He got us a taxi to the grocery store and had previously recommended an awesome van driver who drove us back and forth across the country before delivering us to Istmo and then taking us back to Panama City.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 14 April 2024
Leonie
GermanyNothing really - only sometimes there was a bad smell in the bathroom. And on one of my Whatsapps I didn’t receive a reply.
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 off. The beach is very beautiful and only a short walk away. Sometimes you can swim, sometimes it’s dangerous. Host was responsive but we didn’t meet them personally.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Lotta
GermanySurrounded 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 equipped. The jungle in the backyard is great! We spotted hummingbirds and iguanas on the property.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Lookingforawesome
United StatesFull kitchen with utensils, cooking ware, comfortable for family of 4, outdoor balcony with dinner table, close walking distance to the beach, 10-20 minutes drive to nearby restaurants, 15-30 minutes drive to waterfalls and hiking destinations Loved sitting on the balcony and just enjoying the jungle sound. Communication with the owners were great.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
John
United StatesNothing
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 after sunset. Because there are no places to eat within walking distance - this worked very well for us. Just one other cabin was occupied during our stay - so it was very quiet. And the beach is indeed within walking distance - and was very nice and relaxing.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Ana
PanamaNice cabins very well equipped.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 16 March 2024
Tamara
CanadaThe landscape looked very different than the photos, but this is because we visited during a drought. It was still an interesting experience.
The beach! And the unique stay
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 4 February 2024
Gabriel
FranceThe 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, we apreciated a lot ! Many thank, see you soon !
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Rambler45
PanamaLots of stairs and no handrails on our cottage stairs the caretaker tied a knotted rope so we could climb up and down but at 80 yrs of age although fit could be hazardous and recommend Sean (owner) installs metal or wooden handrails on stairs of cottage #2
Very quiet and close to beach
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 January 2024
Michael
SingaporeNothing
We love the location, the beach was amazing, the property was tidy and serene. Henry was very helpful.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 20 August 2023
Remco
NetherlandsThe 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 view at the garden. It is a beautiful area, you can walk to the beach. We were at Istmo 3 times. We stopped there on our way to the south from Panama City and on the way back. Sean recommended us to go to El Valle. Is is a nice town in the mountains and a beautiful surrounding, only 30 mins from Istmo.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 12 June 2023
Claire
United StatesLocation was great, though I admit that from the photos I thought it would be closer to the water. I didn't realize we would have to hike 10 minutes down the road to get there!
Private bungalows with everything you need. Super clean and a quiet location. Well maintained.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 9 June 2023
Maylee
Panamafeels like home
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 21 May 2023
Jan
GermanyNothing to worry
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 defenetly need a car, if you want to experience the surrounding. Only one hour to El Valle de Antón, great spot, especially on hot days, because it's less hot in the mountains.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 1 May 2023
Anna
Franceeverything is perfect
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.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 21 April 2023
Alan
United StatesI loved everything. we wanted quiet and This place was perfect
it’s location surrounded by magnificent mango trees. just 5 minutes walk from the quiet and very Long Beach with black sand. sean is an excellent host
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 28 March 2023
Corinna
GermanyIf the cabin is booked by 3 persons, it would be nice to also have 3 cups for the morning coffee (had only two) and to have maybe more than one spoon
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!
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 11 February 2023
Daniel
PanamaEverything is great
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.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 28 January 2023
Elin
SwedenA perfect stay! Very nice host who offerd så much help and tips every day, great cabins with everything you need! We hade a lovely stay at their place!😊
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 11 January 2023
Loren
United Stateslayout of property, privacy, proximity to activities, hosts were very friendly and helpful
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 30 December 2022
Hazel
Panamarelaxing with nature
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 1 August 2022
Eduardo
Panamait has a lot of stairs if you bring a lot of stuff have to go up and down several times
we loved how quiet and relaxing this place is!
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 7 July 2022
Moira
United StatesDifficulty getting food outside specific hours.
Quiet rustic comfortable
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 30 June 2022
Jan
Germanylocation in the jungle: super quiet and beautiful, yet close to a pristine beach
Stayed in June 2022
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