Straddling the waters of the Caribbean and North Pacific, Panama forms part of land bridge fusing North and South America. Crystal-clear turquoise waters, rugged mountains and a contemporary capital create an enticing diversity of sights. Soaring skyscrapers loom over the multicultural metropolis of Panama City, offering first-class shopping sprees, old city ruins and vibrant nightlife. Don’t leave town without witnessing the famous Panama Canal – best seen from the Miraflores locks where you can watch the colossal ships sail by. Panama also offers the best of beach life, with sandy shores all over. On the Caribbean side you’ll find the idyllic island shores of Bocas del Toro, while the Pacific side boasts the white-sand beaches of Boca Chica and the Gulf of Chiriqui National Marine Park. Numerous national parks make it easy to find your perfect hike, with the mountain town of Boquete featuring the famous Quetzal Trail. There are dozens of other activities to take the adventure level up a notch, including scuba diving with sharks, horseback riding or rock climbing in the highlands. After a tiresome day, you can let off some steam at the hot springs around the Baru Volcano. You’ll find hordes of high-class hotels in glitzy Panama City, with rustic lodges and villas hidden away in the highlands. A wide range of B&Bs and hostels are also available in most parts of the country.
Top picks for hotels in Panama
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Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,386 reviews
Superb · 1,386 reviews
Hampton by Hilton David, Panamá features a fitness centre, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in David. This 3-star hotel offers free shuttle service, room service and free WiFi.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,976 reviews
Superb · 2,976 reviews
Offering an outdoor pool and a spa and wellness centre, Ramada Plaza Panamá - Punta Pacífica is located in Panama City. It boasts panoramic views of the city and free WiFi.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,317 reviews
Superb · 1,317 reviews
Located in Boquete, ONDA Boquete features a garden. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Enrique Malek International Airport is 44 km away.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews
Superb · 151 reviews
Set in Punta Chame in the Panama Oeste region, Surfside Oceanfront Suites by Playa Caracol Resorts offers accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a sauna.
Superb - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Superb · 113 reviews
Situated in Panama City, 6.4 km from Ancon Hill, La Residence Panamá features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Exceptional · 112 reviews
Set within 600 metres of Estero and 1.4 km of Santa Catalina Beach, Casa Bodhi provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Santa Catalina.
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 286 reviews
Exceptional · 286 reviews
Comfortable Accommodations: Tiki Lodge Hotel de Charme in Santa Catalina offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, garden or pool views, and amenities such as free WiFi and work desks.
Set in Cambutal, a few steps from Los Buzos Beach, Sansara Surf Yoga & Resort offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.
Guest review
Fantastic location, excelent breakfest included in price
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Located right on the water's edge in Boca Chica, this boutique hotel offers 2 outdoor pools, full-service restaurant with free daily breakfast and stylish bungalows, set in tropical gardens.
Guest review
Setting incomparable, rooms special and staff attentive and charming. The food was delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 230 reviews
Hotel Heliconia Panamá has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Malena. Guests can have a drink at the bar. At the hotel, rooms have a wardrobe and a patio with a garden view.
Guest review
Great place to experience unexplored part of Panama with two wonderful hosts, who are extremely knowledgeable of Panama’s beautiful nature! Great chance to see turtles laying eggs, hatching of the eggs and experiencing the new born turtles to go into the sea. And on top of it, our host Cees was a great guide taking us around! And Loes who was a great host and guide! Thank you sincerely!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Offering a sun terrace and water sports facilities, Taboga Palace SPA Hotel is situated in Taboga. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Taboga Palace SPA Hotel offers sun terrace and infinity pool.
Guest review
Beautiful place, very clean, great location. I definitely recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 446 reviews
Roam Yoga & Wellness Lodge in Bocas del Toro has 4-star accommodation with a garden, a terrace and a restaurant. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.
Guest review
It was a beautiful setup at the ocean and amidst the jungle. It felt absolutely quiet and serene. A place to fully unwind.
Very romantic and ideal for a couple, I may say. I ,as a single traveler, enjoyed it very much, too. However, it could also feel a little lonely if you are not used to stillness and contemplation. Every guest enjoys the privacy of this location.
The rooms are wide with huge windows only covered by netting with spectacular vistas. Clean ; comfortable beds; airy, French press for making coffee, filtered water from the tap, multiple ceiling fans. Then the cooking (breakfast and 3 course dinner option , you can buy lunch a la carte) are delicious- farm to table, local organic, great recipes to be enjoyed on a terrace right above the ocean. A pond with a resident caiman and sloths in the trees. A Footnote: One must be reasonable fit to climb a fair amount of stairs up to your room. Many thanks for a wonderful stay. :-)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
Villa Caprichosa Boutique Hotels is located in Taboga, an island off the coast of Panama City. It offers spacious suites just a short walk from several beautiful beaches.
Guest review
The staff was very welcoming. We enjoyed the pick-up at the harbor and the welcome drink was a tasty surprise. The location and the view from the room was just amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews
Hooked on Panama Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Limones. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Situated in Panama City, 4 km from Ancon Hill, Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo, Panama City features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.
Guest review
The staff were extremely attentive. The folk dance show in the evening was very nice. The staff took a photo of us with the dancers and gave it to us at check-out. The room had an incredible view of the ocean and the city.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 872 reviews
Comfortable Accommodations: Tiki Lodge Hotel de Charme in Santa Catalina offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, garden or pool views, and amenities such as free WiFi and work desks.
Guest review
The Tiki Lodge is an amazing welcoming place ! It has just been opened in dec 2024 and everything is new. It has 5 individual lodges with a nice terrasse and a swimming pool area. Everything has been decorated with lots of taste by the owners. The matress is super confortable and the hot shower is just great ! There is a ceiling fan and a/c. And the two owners, Claudia and Yann are amazing host who are doing everything to feel you at home in this wonderful place !! They speak french and italian as well.
It.s a very calme place, ideal for couples and individual travellers, perfect for divers with two excellent dive centres near the beach (Scuba Coiba and Coiba dive centre).
Tiki has its own restaurant and bar and the food is delicious. All the staff is super nice and helpfull ! No noise in the evening as the lodges are in the back yard and everything gets quiet anyways at 10 pm.
Grazie Claudia, merci beaucoup Yann pour votre chaleureux accueil ! I had a wonderful stay at Tiki !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 286 reviews
Located in Los Destiladeros, 300 metres from Los Destiladeros Beach, Hotel Pacific Pearl - Playa Los Destiladeros provides accommodation with a restaurant and free private parking.
Guest review
The absolute cleanest place we have ever stayed. We were one of two bookings in 13 unit hotel, but Yammy who is also cook and bottle washer, was clraning all the unbooked rooms as well! Maintenance is top notch eveywhere you look. As you have to preorder your lunch and dinner, it can be a bit timely, but a eggs, bacon, toast and fruit are included! It is Cantonese food but fresh and homemade and very tasty. 5 minute walk to the nearest beautiful beach, 10 min to 1 hr drive to numerous more. Pedasi 15 mins away has numerous restautants (try Bohemia for the best pizza) stores and more. Much better value for stay than any place in Panama we have stayed so far.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Seagull Cove Resort is located in Boca Chica. It boasts free breakfast and incredible views of the bay. Free Wi-Fi access is available.
Guest review
Beautiful setting - we couldn’t believe we had the place to ourselves. Monkeys came down to the dock each afternoon, hummingbirds everywhere. Good food at the restaurant. Lovely staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
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