Portobelo, Buena ventura, 00000 Portobelo, Panama
#5 of 7 hotels in Portobelo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 102 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 19 August 2025
Mikhail
RussiaWe rented a private bungalow. It was clean, but not really about comfort — there was no hot water, no safe, and no refrigerator.
Great location right by the sea, with direct access to the water, although the seabed is not really suitable for swimming. There is a nice pool. Snorkeling services are available right on site, and they can also take you by boat to the nearby island.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Jessany
United StatesThe only thing I noticed was that the door lock was a bit hard to lock, I feel like the doors need a little more security.
The property was clean the bed was comfortable, the view was beautiful and the environment was smooth and relaxed. The lady that check us in Miss Luzmila was helpful cordial and friendly. We definitely recommend and will be back soon 😃
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 29 June 2025
Václav
Czech RepublicNothing to complain about...
Amazing place, nice pool and beach, everything was super clean and stuff was super nice..
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 23 April 2025
Melissa
United StatesNo hot water in showers
Great staff, especially Ms Luzmila who was do kind to my little one. Lovely and convenient location.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 23 April 2025
Ruiz
United StatesMy tv didn’t work for some reason?
Very nice place. Super friendly staff!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 25 March 2025
Jill
United StatesNot much within walking distance.
Luzmila and the rest of the staff were fabulous! My friend who doesn’t speak much Spanish wasn’t feeling so well, and they took such good care of her! We had a “chalet” or cabin on the waterfront with incredible views and a great hammock. Beds were comfortable. Clean. Food was good. Taxi to town at $1.50 - $4.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 16 January 2025
Muhammad
Germany-Rooms could have been little larger. -Without car little difficult to roam around as accomodation is outta city. -Next Supermarket is few kms away.
Nice accomodation directly on the water. Queit place where you could listen to waves and go scuba diving. Staff is helping.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2025
Raluca
RomaniaNice view.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 16 December 2024
Karla
PanamaThe staff was very nice, Ms. Luzmila and Ms. Neffer were very diligent. The food was tasty and the accommodation was clean, the room offers an spectacular view to the ocean. It was easy to get to the place. I fully recommend it.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 15 December 2024
Watkins
JapanNothing we loved everything!
The hotel was Amazing from the location with the beach access. To the staff especially Mrs. Lucimila and her team were outstanding! Great service accommodation! The tour guide Francis was exceptional! The food was delicious! Highly recommend!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 14 December 2024
Allan
United StatesNot sure about where you would get food there as sometimes nobody around.
Great location beautiful views over the sea and fab sunsets. Nice swimming pool as well. Some issues with hot water and tv but staff came to fix them. Very friendly. We were not there to scuba dive so cannot comment on that part. A little way up the the road to Portabelo we hired our own boat and pilot took us to beaches to snorkel which was great.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 23 October 2024
Wilbert
United StatesEverything was good..
How good was access to the beach..
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 21 August 2024
Chantal
United StatesBeautiful view on the Caribbean sea.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 16 August 2024
Leroisoleil
NetherlandsVery quiet location, located directly at the see. Good place to go for peace of mind and relax from busy day to day life. Very friendly staff, always asking how you are doing.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 17 July 2024
Du
CanadaNothing.
All the staff ! The women at the front desk were friendly ! The sea view. The nice little cabin with sea view. Clean exterior facilities.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Stephanie
United StatesThis was a very special place to stay for our time in Portobelo. The staff were all very nice. The room was clean and comfy with a nice little balcony. And the grounds are very beautiful with a nice little pool! We also booked a snorkeling trip for one of the mornings. Matias and Carlos were great and we saw some beautiful fish and coral! We had two dinners and one breakfast during our stay and it was all delicious! The cook came in on the second night just for us - which was above and beyond!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 25 May 2024
Paula
United StatesRooms in need of a fix and update. Had to tell staff that there was no water. They did fix it, but based on previous reviews, this is a chronic problem that needs to be addressed.
Location excellent.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Karina
PanamaMosquito season
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Ana
United StatesThat we have to wait till almost 8 for a coffee, it would be nice to have a electric kettle somewhere available, and in such a hot climate also a fridge somewhere at hand of guests to keep cool water or beverages.
We loved everything about it, but what it made us feel at home it was the very kind care of the sisters in charge, Cherub and Luz. Than you
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 7 March 2024
Karina
PanamaEverything
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Mark
United KingdomFood and bar hours limited.
Simple and relaxing. Staff delightful and welcoming. Great stay.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 February 2024
Steve
CanadaWe had intermittent problems with the water in the room but the staff attended to it immediately.
We had a comfortable room over the restaurant area with a cute little balcony with stunning views. The sraff were amazing! So friendly, attentive and warm. Qurube greeted us by name and looked after all of our needs. The staff really seem to like each other and enjoy working together. It isn't fancy but the price is good, the bed was comfortable and our room was spotlessly clean.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Catherine
United StatesNothing
The views, the beach, the rooms, the hosts are all amazing. Clean, comfortable and safe. We booked one night and stayed 5!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Chethaka
United StatesThe staff was very friendly and helpful We loved it here and planning to come as soon we come back to Panama.
Stayed in December 2023
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