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The Best Beach Hotels in Panamá

Where to Stay for an Oceanfront Vacation in Panamá

Trying to decide where to stay near the beach in Panamá? The area is a fun, active, and exciting beach destination. When researching the best beach hotel in Panamá for your next trip, you'll probably want to look for a variety of amenities such as a nice pool, oceanfront location near the water, free parking, fitness center, and access to water sports. For families traveling with children, a kid-friendly environment is also a must. And for couples seeking a romantic getaway, perhaps a spa, hot tub, and ocean views might be essential. Safety is also a top priority, as is the price, nearby activities, and guest ratings. With so many hotels near the water to choose from, finding the perfect beach resort or hotel can be overwhelming. That's why this guide will highlight the top hotel stays on the beach in Panamá based on traveler ratings and these criteria. From the soft sand to the luxurious amenities, Panamá's beach resorts and hotels offer the best of everything for vacationers looking for a relaxing and enjoyable beach trip.

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

Casa Conde Beach Front Hotel

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $450 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Nice Oceanfront Hotel in Panamá
  • Outdoor pool
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Located at Golfo de Papagayo 1, Casa Conde Beach Front Hotel has great rooms from $450 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and scuba diving. It has a terrific 8.30 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 1.7 km from the city center, visitors will especially love snorkeling, a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, breakfast, and hiking at this beach hotel. We find the kitchenette here to be a great way to get a good breakfast and save time and money.

Beach Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Breakfast included
  • Hot tub
  • Child pool
  • Beach
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  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kitchenette
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Pool table
  • Kids meals
  • Table tennis
  • Laundry facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Picnic area
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Secrets Papagayo All Inclusive Resort

4-star Resort with prices starting at $427 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Among the Best Hotels Near the Water
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Outdoor pool
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A great place to stay is Secrets Papagayo All Inclusive Resort which has nice rooms starting at $427. Offering an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and snorkeling, it also has a great guest rating of 8.70 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at Playa Arenilla. This terrific hotel is also nice because it offers a bar, outdoor tennis, hiking, child care, and laundry services which travelers will enjoy. Also, it's just 2.9 km from the city center. The service at the restaurant is terrific, and so is the food.

Beach Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling
  • Child pool
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air-conditioned
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El Mangroove Papagayo Autograph Collection

5-star Hotel with prices starting at $358 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Beach Location in Panamá
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Outdoor pool
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We found El Mangroove Papagayo Autograph Collection to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $358. We loved that is has an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and snorkeling, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 8.80 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at Papagayo Bay. You'll also find a bar, child care, laundry services, a spa and wellness center, and a spa which beach-goers will love. And this relaxing hotel is just 1.5 km from the center of town. The swimming pool is fantastic and lots of fun, too.

Beach Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling
  • Bicycle rental
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Family rooms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Microwave
  • Kids' club
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Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only-All Inclusive

4-star Resort with prices starting at $215 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Perfect Beach Trip Hotel in Panamá
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • Outdoor pool
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With terrific rooms from $215, Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only-All Inclusive, at Playa Buena, P.O.Box 48-5000, Golfo del Papagayo provides an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar. Its terrific guest rating is 8.00 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. Visitors will really like this comfortable hotel which also offers child care, a spa and wellness center, a spa, free parking, and table tennis. It's located just 2 km from the city center, too. We love the convenience of room service, and it's really nice here. It's a great value, as the price is less than the average for beach hotels.

Beach Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Bicycle rental
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Table tennis
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air-conditioned
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Golden Palms Papagayo

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $133 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Beach Getaway Hotel
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Outdoor pool
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Golden Palms Papagayo has a great guest rating of 8.50 out of 10, and offers an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, snorkeling, and a bar. The great rooms here start at $133 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at Golfo de Papagayo. Furthermore, it also offers breakfast, a free breakfast, pet-friendly rooms, a spa, and free parking, which is nice for visitors. Just 1.7 km from the city center, this convenient hotel is a terrific choice. We found the price of this hotel to be a great value because the price is less than average for beach hotels.

Beach Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snorkeling
  • Breakfast included
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free breakfast
  • Kids meals
  • Laundry facilities
  • Kid-friendly
  • Air-conditioned
  • Refrigerator
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Vista Bahia Beach Resort

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $111 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Among the Best Places at the Beach in Panamá
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 4-star hotels.
  • Outdoor pool
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The great guest rating of Vista Bahia Beach Resort is 8.05 out of 10. This place has an outdoor pool, a restaurant, parking, pet-friendly rooms, and a child pool. Prices for the terrific rooms are from $111, and it's located at Golfo de Papagayo Playa. We also love the air-conditioning, a 24-hour desk, balconies, and picnic areas which are great for travelers. And since it's just 1.6 km from the center of the town, the location is great, too. The price of this hotel is less than average for beach hotels, which makes it a great value.

Beach Hotel Amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Child pool
  • Beach
More Great Amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Parking
  • Air-conditioned
  • Picnic area
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Also, take a look at the beach hotels in nearby destinations: Tamarindo, Santa Teresa, Sámara, Nosara, and Playa Hermosa.

For more terrific hotel ideas in Tamarindo, make sure you also see Best Beach Hotels in Tamarindo, Best Luxury Hotels in Tamarindo, Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Tamarindo, Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in Tamarindo, Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Tamarindo, Best Hotels for One Week in Tamarindo, Best Hotels for One Night in Tamarindo, Best Romantic Hotels for Couples in Tamarindo, Best Adults Only Hotels in Tamarindo, Best Hotels for Scuba Diving in Tamarindo, or Best Business Hotels in Tamarindo.


How much do beach hotels and resorts cost in Panamá?

Panamá Average Beach Hotel Price
$282

After analyzing 6 beach hotels in Panamá, we found the average beach hotel price to be a remarkably economical $282. Naturally, this destination has many fantastic beach accommodation options with a variety of prices. The price will vary by the hotel's amenities, available dates, and the general location. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Panamá.

The average prices of our suggested beach hotels by star rating:

  • 5-star hotels: $358
  • 4-star hotels: $267


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