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A beachside resort with wooden cabins, sun loungers, and umbrellas.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a view of the beach through a window, and a door leading to an outdoor area with a thatched umbrella.

A row of colorful cabins with a paved walkway and palm trees.

Two wooden cabins with balconies, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

1. Arugambay PodBay

Arugam Bay

Guest review highlights

Close to everything on the beach
Well-maintained pool enjoyed by guests
Clean and comfortable rooms with amenities

$50 nightly

$61 total

Sep 18 - Sep 19

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by trees and sand.

An outdoor dining area with brick walls, wooden tables and chairs, and a large window overlooking greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, a table, and a chair, a window with a view of greenery, and a small heater.

A brick building with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery.

2. Wild Edge Panama - Kumana Safari Lodge

Panama

Guest review highlights

Excellent safaris featuring leopards
Diverse wildlife viewing experiences
Reasonably priced excellent food

$78 nightly

$93 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with clear water, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs under umbrellas, with a view of the ocean.

A beachside dining setup with a table and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a sunset view.

A beach setting with a table and chairs set up for dining, surrounded by sand and palm trees.

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sea.

3. Jetwing Kottukal Beach House

Pottuvil

$204 nightly

$245 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

A beach with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A beach area with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A sandy area with a pool, a building with a porch, and palm trees.

A covered outdoor area with a sandy floor, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

4. Kudah Bay Surf Hotel

Arugam Bay

Guest review highlights

Directly on the beach with views
Family friendly atmosphere for kids
Helpful staff available 24/7

$106 nightly

$127 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with metal railings, surrounded by a paved area and palm trees.

A multi-story building with a courtyard, surrounded by trees and illuminated by ambient lighting.

An outdoor seating area with wooden furniture and a laptop on a table.

A pathway lined with palm trees and shrubs, leading to a building with a balcony.

5. Paddyway Resort

Arugam Bay

Guest review highlights

Well-kept on-site pool area
Wonderful and helpful staff on hand
Large clean comfortable room with balcony

$120 nightly

$142 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

A modern resort with a clear pool, multiple-story buildings, and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a large stove, and a sink.

A two-story building with a covered outdoor seating area, palm trees, and a well-maintained lawn.

A wooden pathway leading to a beach with palm trees and blue umbrellas.

6. Arugambay Roccos

Arugam Bay

$68 nightly

$85 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

A room with a thatched roof, a large window, and a view of the beach.

A thatched-roof outdoor seating area with lounge chairs, surrounded by tropical plants and a clear view of the ocean.

A beach resort with thatched-roof huts, a sandy beach, and a view of the ocean.

A resort with thatched-roof huts, a clear night sky, and a walkway leading to the buildings.

7. Blue Waters Arugambay

Pottuvil

$72 nightly

$85 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

Total with taxes and fees

8. Hotel Alaskabay Arugambay

Arugam Bay

$24 nightly

$29 total

Sep 18 - Sep 19

Total with taxes and fees

A beach scene with palm trees, a wooden fence, and a sign that reads "OPAL BEACH".

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a wooden ceiling, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A yellow building with a sign reading "ARNE'S PLACE Villas,Rooms & Restaurant".

A sandy courtyard with a hammock, trees, and a thatched-roof structure.

9. Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel

Arugam Bay

Guest review highlights

Very close to the beach and restaurants
Clean and convenient accommodations

$27 nightly

$32 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

A dining area with a view of the beach, featuring wooden chairs and a red umbrella.

A hotel room with two beds, a red pillow, a white pillow, a brown curtain, and a view of greenery outside.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the beach.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a television mounted on the wall.

10. New Tristar Beach Hotel

Arugam Bay

Guest review highlights

Minutes from Arugam Bay Beach
Clean, fresh-smelling rooms
Unforgettable location with stunning views

A pool surrounded by lush greenery and a multi-story building with balconies.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, a mirror, and a door.

A building with a concrete facade, a balcony with metal railings, and a garden area with various plants and a tree with pink flowers.

A balcony with a wicker chair, potted plants, and a view of greenery outside.

11. Surf Gangs Hotel

Arugam Bay

Guest review highlights

Fast wifi throughout the property

A modern resort with a clear pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a red pillow, a bouquet of flowers, and a red and white bedspread.

A modern hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a clear sky.

12. Grand Bay Hotel

Arugam Bay

$46 nightly

$54 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, large windows, and a moonlit night sky.

A bedroom with a bed, wooden wardrobe, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with two wooden beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A swimming pool surrounded by trees and outdoor furniture.

13. Paradise Bay Resort - Arugambay

Arugambay

$92 nightly

$108 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden table with two chairs in a room with large windows overlooking a beach with palm trees.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of a pool and trees, and a balcony with a chair.

A beachfront property with a pool, surrounded by dense greenery and a beach in the background.

A two-story building with a thatched roof, a swimming pool, and outdoor seating.

14. Niketh Villa Komari Arugambay

Komari

$125 nightly

$150 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

A modern house with a covered porch, two wicker chairs, and a large window.

A park with trees, a dirt path, and a blue hose.

A high ceiling with wooden beams and recessed lighting.

A small, single-story building with a red roof and a covered porch. There are two wicker chairs on the porch, and a small table in the center. The building is surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a few trees.

15. Wild Waves Kumana Safari & Surf Resort

Panama

$45 nightly

$53 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with a thatched-roof structure, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

A building with a thatched roof balcony, large rock formations, and trees.

A bedroom with a bed, a canopy, a brick wall, and a wooden floor.

A lounge chair on a wooden deck with a railing, overlooking a body of water and a sunset sky.

16. Oruwa Boutique Villas

Arugambay

$77 nightly

$92 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

A balcony with a view of the beach, a table with a bowl, and potted plants.

A balcony with a potted plant, wooden furniture, and a view of the beach.

A bathroom with a toilet, shower, and sink.

A modern interior with a skylight, wooden staircase, and a plant.

17. Hotel Beach castle

Arugam Bay

$56 nightly

$67 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with a clear view of the pool, surrounding palm trees, and a building with multiple floors and balconies.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a ceiling light.

A modern room with a wooden floor, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a hanging light fixture, a framed picture, a small plant, a wooden stool, and a bathroom with a toilet, shower, and towel rack.

18. White Pearl Resort

Arugambay

$30 nightly

$36 total

Sep 16 - Sep 17

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and lanterns.

A wooden bar area with a thatched roof, a digital menu board, and stools.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outside.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, a staircase, and a bar area with seating.

19. The Bay - Arugambay

Arugambay

$118 nightly

$140 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

Two wooden beach chairs with towels, a beach umbrella, and a pair of flip-flops on the sand.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and large windows allowing natural light. There are several potted plants and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern building with large windows, a wooden deck, and outdoor seating.

20. LUXTORI Arugambay

Arugam Bay

$134 nightly

$160 total

Sep 16 - Sep 17

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Panama Hotel Reviews

White Pearl Resort

8/10 Good

"Solid spot!! Staff was super friendly and knowledgeable. Would stay here again. Very VERY hard bed though. Other than that the place was incredible. Hot water! Pool was clean and great. Quiet spot. Close to everything. Enjoyed this place."

Paddyway Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel in Arugam Bay but what makes it memorable is Subu and his staff. Every request is quickly dealt with and no matter how busy the are, Subu always has time to have a little chat. The hotel is finishing the renovations so our room was missing a few things but it didn't matter at all because you're just taken by the laid back atmosphere of the place. Subu arranged the surf lessons with Sawmy and that was a great experience too. I would definitely recommend the hotel"

Arugambay Roccos

10/10 Excellent

"I got to Rocco’s early August 2026 and it was so hot during the day. The rooms had really good air conditioning and there is a nice pool near by. The staff are very hospitable and super friendly."

Wild Edge Panama - Kumana Safari Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay. 2 excellent safaris where we saw a lot of wildlife including leopards and there was also a pilgrimage so we saw that too. Room was fine. Excellent food and drink reasonably priced. Loved it."

Arugambay PodBay

10/10 Excellent

"Close to everything with great staff, breakfast and the rooms were very comfortable. Would stay again"

Harmony Beach Hotel

8/10 Good

"Would recommend. Room was clean and large. Location excellent- on the main strip but property itself is quiet which was good. Friendly staff"

Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful resort in great location "

More cheap stays in Panama

Hotel Alaskabay Arugambay

94, Main Street Arugam Bay EP

$29 total

per night

Sep 18 - Sep 19

7.2/10 Good! (5 reviews)

Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel

Tsunami Hotel Rd Arugam Bay EP

$32 total

per night

Sep 30 - Oct 1

9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)

Fins Arugambay

18 Main Point Rd Arugam Bay EP

$38 total

per night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

SURF AND SAND Hotel - Arugam Bay

Main Street Arugam Bay Eastern Province

$52 total

per night

Sep 13 - Sep 14

7/10 Good! (4 reviews)

Secret Gems Resort

Main Street Arugambay Eastern

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salty surf camp

main street Arugam Bay EP

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2/10 (1 review)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Panama?

Wild Edge Panama - Kumana Safari Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices for your stay in the area are Arugambay PodBay and Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Panama.

What's the top vacation rental that Panama has to offer?

Zen House Arugambay: You might like this vacation home rental near Panama. It has air-conditioning and WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. See all vacation rentals in Panama.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Panama, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Panama.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Panama?

For more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Panama, head over to our customer service page.

What's it like staying in Panama?

Those traveling to Panama are sure to enjoy the sights to see and things to do. In Panama, there are 3 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Panama.

What is there to see in Panama?

Places to visit in the wider area include Arugam Bay Beach, Pottuvil Point, and Kumana National Park. You'll also find Pasarichenai Beach and Kudumbigala Monastery in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Panama guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Panama?

The hottest months are usually April and June with an average temp of 83°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Panama are November, December, October, and April, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.

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Our top choices for Panama hotels

1. Arugambay PodBay

2. Wild Edge Panama - Kumana Safari Lodge

3. Jetwing Kottukal Beach House

4. Kudah Bay Surf Hotel

5. Paddyway Resort

6. Arugambay Roccos

7. Blue Waters Arugambay

8. Hotel Alaskabay Arugambay

9. Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel

10. New Tristar Beach Hotel

11. Surf Gangs Hotel

12. Grand Bay Hotel

13. Paradise Bay Resort - Arugambay

14. Niketh Villa Komari Arugambay

15. Wild Waves Kumana Safari & Surf Resort

16. Oruwa Boutique Villas

17. Hotel Beach castle

18. White Pearl Resort

19. The Bay - Arugambay

20. LUXTORI Arugambay

Top Panama Hotel Reviews

White Pearl Resort

Paddyway Resort

Arugambay Roccos

Wild Edge Panama - Kumana Safari Lodge

Arugambay PodBay

Harmony Beach Hotel

Jetwing Surf & Safari, A Luxury Reserve

More cheap stays in Panama

Hotel Alaskabay Arugambay

Arne's Place The Friendliest Hotel

Fins Arugambay

SURF AND SAND Hotel - Arugam Bay

Secret Gems Resort

salty surf camp

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