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Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows

Holiday home

Playa Grande

10 nights, 2 adults

USD$975

Includes taxes and charges

10 nights, 2 adults

USD$975

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
14 mentions

Very nice facility close to the beach (10 min

The location to the gorgeous beach was perfect

Comfortable rooms
12 mentions

The bungalow (family type without kitchen) was spacious

Bedroom was a good size and shower was decent

Friendly staff
6 mentions

Dogs at the property were very friendly, however we didn't get to meet the owner…

Sean is incredibly helpful

Clean rooms
2 mentions

The rooms and bathrooms were large and clean

The bungalows itself were clean with comfortable beds and air condotioned, so we…

Free Wi‑Fi
2 mentions

WiFi was good

The wifi was superfast aswell

Good value
1 mentions

Good food, with excellent prices, and the pino colada was awesome

Overview

This unique vacation rental property is a 5-minute walk away from a secluded beach. It has 5 different units you can choose from. Offering walking meditation labyrinth, a nature trail and dedicated areas for relaxation and meditation throught the property, Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows is situated in Playa Grande, San Carlos in the Panama Region. Guests can enjoy views of the jungle surrounding the property. All bungalows are air-conditioned, have a private bath with hot water, refrigerators, and a patio with hammocks and panoramic views of the property. Most units have fully equipped kitchens with their own dining area. Free WiFi and beach towels are also provided. Istmo Beach and Jungle Bungalows is set within 4 acres of rainforest, 1 acre of which is untouched, Playa Coronado is 14 km away and Playa Blanca 19 km away.

Traveller reviews

A

Andreas

couple

February 21, 2026

8

Very nice for 2-3 nights

Very nice facility close to the beach (10 min. walk) and beautiful nature. The bungalow (family type without kitchen) was spacious. The beach is beautiful, almost empty on one side and on the other side only a few locals are enjoying a sunbath.

B

b.

extended_group

December 5, 2025

7

Great for a relaxed, switched off beach break.

The location to the gorgeous beach was perfect. We had it all to ourselves and it felt very secluded. WiFi was good. Bedroom was a good size and shower was decent. Dogs at the property were very friendly, however we didn't get to meet the owners. There was a filtered water tap in the kitchen which was very appreciated.

L

Lottie

solo_traveller

April 7, 2025

9

A lovely place to ground in Panama and reconnect with yourself

The tranquility and the quiet magical beach And the sunrise!

A

Andrea

solo_traveller

December 28, 2024

10

Great place to relax.

It was so comfortable & peaceful.

J

Jan

family_with_children

October 18, 2024

9

Unique stay in the jungle

location in the jungle: super quiet and beautiful, yet close to a pristine beach

N

Nikolas

couple

July 10, 2024

8

Beautiful property in the jungle, quiet and calm, with terrace and hammock.

P

Paula

family_with_children

May 23, 2024

8

We really enjoyed this place

The beds were incredibly comfortable—the best we had in Panama, and we had a few. The rooms and bathrooms were large and clean. The kitchen was very large and had all the amenities you needed. The beach was only a few minutes away, and we saw monkeys and plenty of birds. This place is off the beaten track. If you don’t have a car, you'll need to bring your food in. Sean is incredibly helpful. He got us a taxi to the grocery store and had previously recommended an awesome van driver who drove us back and forth across the country before delivering us to Istmo and then taking us back to Panama City.

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Leonie

couple

April 14, 2024

10

Quiet oasis by the beach

Beautiful garden, beautiful cabañas, we had a separate kitchen that was AMAZING, everything you need was there. The wifi was superfast aswell. Kind welcome gift & card. All made with love & care. The location is very remote, perfect for some time off. The beach is very beautiful and only a short walk away. Sometimes you can swim, sometimes it’s dangerous. Host was responsive but we didn’t meet them personally.

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Lotta

family_with_children

April 6, 2024

9

Fantastic getaway!

Surrounded by trees and wildlife, this was one of our favourite stays in Panama. We went to the empty beach (be aware of jellyfish!), relaxed in the hammocks and just enjoyed ourselves. The hosts were nice, our cottages great, the kitchen well equipped. The jungle in the backyard is great! We spotted hummingbirds and iguanas on the property.

J

John

couple

March 21, 2024

10

Quiet place to stay to get away from the hustle and bustle.

We booked a cabin with a kitchen - which turned out to be a separate cabin! Everything we needed was there - including basic spices and ground coffee. The blender was amazing - and we had fruit smoothies for breakfast and fancy fruit drinks after sunset. Because there are no places to eat within walking distance - this worked very well for us. Just one other cabin was occupied during our stay - so it was very quiet. And the beach is indeed within walking distance - and was very nice and relaxing.

T

Tamara

couple

March 16, 2024

9

Lovely experience! Medicinal beach!

The beach! And the unique stay

D

Donald

solo_traveller

March 8, 2024

7

Very pleasant overall...beach was by far my best time there....almost private, and gorgeous

I especially loved that the beach was in walking distance, and was almost totally, if not, unoccupied ! And the water/sand gorgeous IMO. Make sure, especially if not vehicle, to walk about 300 yds north to eat at a fonda recessed a tad off the beach. Good food, with excellent prices, and the pino colada was awesome ! Hope it's there while you are. I also loved the simple, outdoor shower; I got much more hot wate there as well. The front deck, with chairs/small table, and hammock was nice too.The grounds were quiet overall too.

R

Rambler45

couple

February 13, 2024

9

Was very pleasant although we used it for sleeping as it was 16 kms away from our daughter’s condo in Santa Clara and we

Very quiet and close to beach

G

Gabriel

couple

February 4, 2024

10

The best stay we had in Panama, a small paradise situated in a forest at 5 minutes walk from a splendid and remote beach, marvelous ! The beauty and the calm of the place is unqiue, we loved our stay. The administrator wrote us a welcome letter, we apreciated a lot ! Many thank, see you soon !

M

Michael

couple

January 1, 2024

8

We really enjoyed the peaceful surroundings, the rustic ambiance, and the secluded beach.

We love the location, the beach was amazing, the property was tidy and serene. Henry was very helpful.

C

Christian

family_with_children

October 20, 2023

7

Nice and quite bungalows for a good stay

The owner Sean was very friendly and supportive. The bungalows itself were clean with comfortable beds and air condotioned, so we had relaxed sleep.

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Remco

family_with_children

August 20, 2023

9

Relaxed and comfortabel stay in lovely area near the beach.

The appartment with kitchen is really comfortable if you stay longer than 1 night. There is a separate watertab with drinking water in the kitchen. Super! The large terrace with table and chairs is a nice to have family dinners. You have a lovely view at the garden. It is a beautiful area, you can walk to the beach. We were at Istmo 3 times. We stopped there on our way to the south from Panama City and on the way back. Sean recommended us to go to El Valle. Is is a nice town in the mountains and a beautiful surrounding, only 30 mins from Istmo.

D

Diederik

family_with_children

August 10, 2023

7

Was ok

Simple accommodation

S

Swiss- Traveler

extended_group

July 12, 2023

5

Overpriced

M

Maylee

extended_group

June 9, 2023

9

feels like home

Facilities

Activities

Fitness centre, Massage, Beach

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning

Entertainment and family services

Kids' outdoor play equipment

Food & Drink

Wine/champagne, Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms

Internet

Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi

Outdoors

BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Pool and wellness

Sun loungers or beach chairs, Pool/beach towels

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

Key access, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive

Services

Laundry, Luggage storage, Private check-in/check-out, Daily housekeeping

Family Studio

This unit has a fully equipped kitchen. The spacious studio apartment is equipped with high-speed internet, a/c, a hot water shower, and a large front porch. It has an attached full bathroom and two bunk beds, each with a comfy full-sized bed on the bottom, and a twin bed on top. The porch has an outdoor dining area and charcoal BBQ. Please bring your own charcoal.

Max 6 guests 70 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 20:00
Check-outFrom 07:00 until 12:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printA prepayment is required to secure your reservation. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. Early check in and check out are available for an extra cost per room.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 4:41 PM

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