Lodging
Panama
Best Panama Hotels & Villas
With so much varied lodgings to experience, Panama is ideal for those who want the best of hospitality, nature, culture, and luxury. Enjoy our hand-picked list of options, get in touch!
Panama City
Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo is a luxurious hotel in Panama City’s UNESCO-listed Casco Viejo district. Housed in a 1917 building that once hosted luminaries like Queen Elizabeth II and Albert Einstein, it blends French colonial architecture with Panamanian heritage. The hotel offers 159 elegant rooms and suites, an infinity pool with ocean views, a rooftop bar, and gourmet dining at Caleta. Its prime location provides easy access to historic sites and vibrant nightlife.
Panama City
Hotel La Compañía is a luxurious boutique hotel in Panama City’s historic Casco Viejo district. Housed in a meticulously restored 17th-century Jesuit convent, the hotel seamlessly blends Spanish, French, and American Beaux-Arts architecture. It offers 88 rooms and suites, five diverse restaurants, two bars, and a rooftop pool with panoramic views. Guests can immerse themselves in Panama’s rich history while enjoying modern comforts and exceptional service.
Panama City
The Bristol Panama is a luxury hotel situated in the heart of Panama City's Financial District. Renowned for its elegant design and exceptional service, it offers 125 rooms and suites featuring Panamanian artwork and modern amenities. Guests can indulge in gourmet dining at Salsipuedes, a rooftop bar, and a full-service spa with panoramic city views. Recognized for its commitment to sustainability, the hotel provides a sophisticated urban retreat for both business and leisure travelers.
Bocas del Toro
Nayara Bocas del Toro is a luxurious adults-only resort on Isla Frangipani, Panama, offering a unique blend of Balinese and Panamanian design. Accommodations include overwater villas with private plunge pools and treehouses elevated 50 feet above the ground, providing panoramic views of the rainforest, mangroves, and ocean. Guests can enjoy international cuisine with local flavors at the Elephant House restaurant, engage in water activities like snorkeling and island-hopping, and relax in a serene, eco-friendly environment.
Bocas del Toro
La Coralina Island House is a luxury wellness resort in Bocas del Toro, Panama, nestled between the Caribbean Sea and lush rainforest. The resort offers 23 suites and 8 villas, each blending tropical elegance with modern comfort, some featuring private pools and terraces. Guests can enjoy immersive wellness rituals, fine dining inspired by local ingredients, and two exclusive beach clubs—each offering unique experiences. La Coralina emphasizes sustainability and community, honoring the land, sea, and local culture
Chiriqui
Isla Palenque is a secluded 400-acre eco-luxury resort in Panama's Gulf of Chiriquí, offering a tranquil, nature-immersive experience. Accessible only by boat, the resort features eight beachfront casitas and six estate rooms, each designed with local materials and open-air bathrooms. Guests can enjoy activities like snorkeling, kayaking, jungle hikes, and whale watching (seasonal). With a commitment to sustainability and minimal development, Isla Palenque provides an intimate connection to the rainforest and Pacific coast.
Chiriqui
Islas Secas is an exclusive eco-resort nestled within a 14-island archipelago in Panama's Gulf of Chiriquí. Accommodating just 24 guests, it offers seven ocean-view casitas and the four-bedroom Casa Cavada villa, each featuring private plunge pools and open-air living spaces. The resort is fully solar-powered and committed to sustainability, with 75% of the islands left undeveloped. Guests can enjoy activities like diving, whale watching, and hiking, all while immersing themselves in the region's rich biodiversity.
Boquete
Hotel Panamonte is a historic boutique hotel in Boquete, Panama, established in 1914. Owned by the Collins-Elliot family for over 50 years, it blends Swedish traditions with Panamanian hospitality. The hotel offers elegant accommodations, including historic rooms and modern suites, many with garden views. Guests can enjoy fine dining at the T’ACH restaurant, led by Chef Charlie Collins, and explore the lush landscapes of the surrounding highlands.
Portobelo
El Otro Lado is a boutique luxury retreat nestled in Portobelo Bay, Panama, within the Portobelo National Park. Just over an hour from Panama City, it offers an immersive blend of nature, culture, and design. The property features eclectic villas with private terraces, an infinity pool overlooking the bay, and a central gazebo for dining and relaxation. Guests can enjoy activities like mangrove tours, art workshops, and beach picnics. The retreat emphasizes sustainable tourism and community engagement, collaborating with local organizations such as the Portobelo Bay Foundation and the Casa de la Cultura Congo
Let us be your guide to Panama
Panama presents a striking blend of cosmopolitan energy and untamed nature. Here, skyscrapers rise beside tropical rainforest, and two oceans are within easy reach. Rich in history and culture, it invites travelers to explore everything from engineering marvels to remote island communities.
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