“a unique exceptional location with a great owner”

really friendly and helpful owner, amazing views and location. A lot of nice arty touches which are sadly often missing in Panama but were welcome here. you are away from it all!. And listening to the howling monkeys as the sun sets on the jungle will remain with us.

Our host was super friendly and helpful. We could not ask for a better experience. Everything was perfect, thank you for making our stay in Panama so memorable!

“Thoroughly recommended”

Our cabin at Mandalas (there is only one) was perched on top of a hillside offering unrivalled views of the surrounding cloud forest. Lying in bed in the morning trying to glimpse the distant howler monkeys through enormous windows will be one of our abiding memories of our visit to Panamá. The cabin is quite small, but ideal for a couple. The bed is not only enormous, but one of the most comfortable we’ve ever slept in. Cooking facilities are limited - check with the owner (Shirlen) what is provided if you’re planning on self-catering. Shower lovely and warm (and enormous). Shirlen was really friendly, attentive and cared for our every needs. Breakfasts were hearty and tasty, as was the one dinner that we had at the lodge. The location is remote so it would be best to have your own car, but not essential. As we had no transport Shirlen kindly drove us to the start of various walks, and picked us up later in the day. There’s a neighbouring hacienda, just 5 minutes walk from Mandalas, that provides lunches and dinner. Don’t expect Michelin star dining, but it’s adequate. There’s also various other restaurants in the community which Shirlen will take you to - they are too far to walk. If you are reliant on public transport (like us) you will need a taxi driver who knows how to find the lodge - check with Shirlen, she has an excellent contact who is reliable and reasonably priced. If you are planning on hiking be warned that the paths and roads through the jungle are very steep - Panamanian road builders seem to prefer to take the shortest distance up and down hills, rather than following contours! With the heat these paths are challenging, but persevere the rewards are worth it. The weather during our visit (in January/February) was often windy, especially at night, and once the cloud ceiling dropped, quite cool and damp, the hint is in the name - cloud forest. When the clouds lifted, or you hike down into a valley, the full force of the tropical sun hits you.

Amazing staff and a delicious meal for us. Accommodating when we didn’t have cash to pay but gave instructions for where to take out money.

“Incredible views and location but all of the rest is completely up to you!”

The view and location was magnificent . Nice bathroom and cute, very cosy cabin for three people.Thankfully we decided to bring all of our own food as there were very few options available on site (a daily,fixed dinner menu was available but nothing else)or in the wider area with the exception of a farm and guesthouse up the hill that where we ate breakfast once (which was fine) however, the owner was super friendly and helpful thank goodness!

“A lovely cool mountain retreat.”

We enjoyed our stay very much. Our host was lovely and gave us a great dinner and a lovely breakfast. The garden was grand and the view from the room was amazing.

“A lovely cool mountain retreat.”

We enjoyed our stay very much. Our host was lovely and gave us a great dinner and a lovely breakfast. The garden was grand and the view from the room was amazing.

Wifi

“Relaxing”

It is in a beautiful place; a good and comfortable cabin. And private.

“Pleasant stay but it could have been better with some small adjustments”

Amazing view and peaceful location. Big and clean room. Friendly and attentive staff. Good wifi. Lots of things to do nearby: walks, hikes waterfalls, lookouts.

one of the best massages I had in Panama.

Excellent view from the bed over mountains. Jeanette and Oscar are very nice people, and we got excellent food

“Great Hosts, up in the mountains”

Lovely location, once found. Pre booked evening meal was excellent. The hosts helped out with a little car trouble we had. The panoramic views from the room were well worth the long drive in!

The place and the view over the National Park was amazing.

“beautiful place”

warm hospitality beautiful view next to a large nature park with howler monkeys less then one hour drive from the international airport

“What a view!”

The view from the cabin was very beautiful and is THE attraction of this place. The owners are very nice and try everything to make a succes of your stay. We couldn't make pancakes in the kitchen in our room, but the owners let us use another kitchen, very friendly. The room is spatious and the bed is comfortable. Although we have a few comments (see below) don't hesitate to book this wonderful place!