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Reviews of Villa Marina Lodge & Condos 4 stars

Playa Venao, Playa Venao, Panama

#9 of 28 hotels in Playa Venao

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 164 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 19 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only drawback was that our room had a connecting door to the neighboring one — although it was locked, it affected the sound insulation.

    The hotel is in a wonderful location — tucked away from the noise of the center, yet only a pleasant 5–10 minute walk along the beach to get there. Breakfast is simple but tasty, and everything felt fresh. The room was very clean and had everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great appa

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2025

    10
    The place fully achieved my expectations, good place d an excellent option for relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The privacy, and the cleanliness

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Cleaning the access to the beach would be useful

    Playa venao is a top spot especially for surfers; surf is the only one activity. The beach is very nice and well protected from big waves; Sea temperature is around 28 Deg which is quite pleasant! Room is big and well equipped; nothing fancy but all is fine.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    10
    Perfect place for relax
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Would stay longer if didn’t have tickets and hotels booked for the next trip.

    Everything. Comfortable apartment with everything you might need. Good restaurant on site. Nice pools. Quiet beach with no big waves.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2025

    10
    Fantastic! Highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I have no reason to ask for anything better !! We loved this place

    I liked everything. Service was excellent location was perfect as it was away from the surf party scene but is only a short walk along the beach to get to the restaurant and bars as well as grocery store!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2025

    8.0
    Definitely worth checking out. I would recommend not staying at the main house strictly for the noise issues.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noise levels from the development down the beach that included loud music until 3:30 AM in the morning. The next night there was a lot of noise from people talking near our room. It was a lovely stay, but it was not very restful when it came to sleeping.

    The location in view was amazing. That is such a beautiful beach.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2025

    8.0
    Venao beach hype
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Apartment was not equiped well with apliances and basic things to prepare even easy breakfast. Very big dissapointment, especialy when this was a third stay in area and we had a chance to compare. It is sold as fully equiped apartment, but they need an upgrade at least to kitchen ware.

    Secluded and very nice location, away from a noisy beach of Venao, which gets crowded on weekends

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 February 2025

    10
    Love the beach.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Bathrooms need fixing.

    The monkeys outside our room.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Swimming pool, view, friendly staff, good breakfast

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing apartment right on the beach, with a great pool.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Grounds at the condos needs some cleaning

    The hotel was lovely and the food delicious. We stayed at the condos but I feel like the grounds to walk to the hotel could be nicer. The grass was overgrown and we actually saw a snake The pool by the condos needs some TLC.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 January 2025

    9.0
    Value for money!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All is good

    Great location , great condos well equipped- private and quite

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2025

    8.0
    Great location, plenty of space
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The unit is on the lower level and sandwiched between two units on the side so if you have louder neighbors they may disturb your peace and tranquility. Our unit also did not have a dishwasher which was a bit of a pain. It's a bit on the pricey end of places to stay as well.

    Great location and plenty of space with a nice view of the beach. Staff were friendly and knowledgeable. Best asset was its location away from the center - you can still hear electronic dance music on national holidays/some weekend days but it's not too loud in this location.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2025

    9.0
    We Love Playa Venao and the Villa. This was not our first time here and we will sure be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights

    We wish there was a way to access the Villa through the beach at night, ideally with some lighting to guide the way. This time, having a car made it easier to drive to the center every evening, but on the nights we walked back via the beach, we had to rely on the flashlights on our phones. Additionally, the fans on the porch were not working and need to be repaired. With the humidity and mosquitoes, having functioning fans would make the outdoor space much more comfortable. I’d also suggest adding some basic kitchen essentials like salt, pepper, sugar, and oil. These small additions would make it easier to prepare light meals without having to purchase full-sized packs for just a few days’ stay. Lastly, providing an extra towel for the floor near the entrance from the porch would be very helpful. It would make it easier to keep the space clean, especially on rainy days.

    The Villas are perfectly located at the end of the bay, offering breathtaking views and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. They are quiet yet close enough to the center and all the commotion, striking the perfect balance. It's an ideal spot for walking to the surfing area in the morning and spending the rest of the day unwinding in this serene location. We particularly loved having a space to practice yoga each morning with stunning views, followed by peaceful walks along the beach. The Villa itself was wonderful—spacious, comfortable, and with incredible views. The staff were friendly and always quick to respond to any requests. As nature lovers, we appreciated the nearby hiking trail, which is full of wildlife and leads to the next beach. It was a truly magical experience! We love it hear and keep coming back!

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 December 2024

    10
    Beautiful and Peaceful place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was ok

    It hd everything we needed. It was clean and super comfortable.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2024

    8.0
    Good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noisy neighbor hotels

    Clean good breakfast nice staff pet friendly

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2024

    10
    Peaceful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s a very peaceful place! Great views! The pool is very clean and beautiful. The room is simple but nice. It have all that’s needed (air conditioner, comfy bed and pillows, TV, hot water if needed) . I drank some excellent-tasteful margaritas .

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2024

    10
    Perfect location to relax and boogie board.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    On the water away from most of the beach people.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is perfect, ocean view, parking, rooms are very clean and comfortable! Staff is attentive friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2024

    10
    Absolutely perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This property was BEAUTIFUL even during the off season with rainy days it was paradise. The staff was incredible and so accommodating and the food was delicious. The pool was fantastic, the view was spectacular, and the wild life was something else! I got to watch a sunrise with a crab, and came back to my room to find a little lizard friend had come in while I kept my door open and took a snooze on my bed. Hermit crabs were a delight to spot by the river area as well, and seashell hunting was delightful! 12/10 will be back again, but with more people!!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2024

    8.0
    Great views from the living room
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is situated in a rather sterile resort complex

    Great location in a resort-like appartment; the adjacent beach offered some of the best snorkeling in all of Panama. Staff very helpful

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2024

    10
    ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! The employees were great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Absolutely beautiful!!! So RELAXING!! The employees treated us like family!! Such an amazing place!!!!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    10
    Excellent location, friendly staff, comfortable beds.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The apartment area is shared by owners/renters and the unit behind us had a big dog they let go loose. It defecated by our apartment, came up to our dog who was on a leash (luckily our dog is friendly) and swam in the pool and was play biting/scratching at my partner.

    Facilities and grounds were very clean. Staff went above and beyond in every aspect - they were exceptional. They were very friendly and hospitable. The swimming pools were clean. The 2 bedroom apartment was a perfect size for 4 people and the kitchen had everything we needed. The view from the unit was beautiful. We were extremely happy with the location. It's at the quiet end of the beach.

    Stayed in May 2024

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