Just returning home from this tropical paradise....and I concur with ALL the positive reviews. The beauty of this place and Lazare have bewitched me, body and soul....

I'm a traveler, and I know the area moderately. I scoped out Ulrich's spot as a place to send my best friends on their honeymoon this winter. WOW. The pictures don't do it justice. It's a great location. Details matter down here and this guy knows what he's doing. He picked a spot that has everything, including BIOLUMINESCENT ocean water (you know, sparkles like Avatar when you swim at night??... I'm not kidding), fruit trees, coral reef, and a naturally low insect load. I can tell you from personal experience that you will find properties around here that are sand flea hell. His accommodations are high up on the hill and out over the water on a causeway, and the paths in between are clear of brush (there is literally a walkway lined with palm trees on either side). He was smart about where he put waste, septic and compost, he has twice as many solar panels (24) and water tanks (6 giant) as nearby places. These are all things you WONT notice, because your stay will be comfortable, and you'll be relaxing in a hammock and not running out of power and water. Another mark of respect, the locals that live on a small house on the property are great people, and actually like him (they were bringing up fruit and presents, chatting us up, making coconut oil, and coconut water in the mornings and even speaking some English). He used traditional joinery and construction techniques where possible and hand hewn natural braces and trusses in the architecture. I am so impressed with this guy, he is clearly a great human. Definitely excited to send my friends Jim and Chante down here for their honeymoon :)

It's a facinating place with lots to do and see and Lazare is a wonderful host and seeks to make his visitors as comfortable as they can possibly be living indoor/outdoor on the edge of a jungle! My daughter said she loved kayaking across the bay to visit the little village (quaint and picturesque yet Ernesto, the owner of the little store lived in the United States for many years and speaks English. He's really nice and brought out food for my daughter to feed to the fish that gather around his dock) because it was above the jellyfish and sea urchins and below the wasps and chitres :-) Kind of true, but if you want to night snorkel with bioluminescent organisms making trails of light stream off of your hands and feet, paddle board up to wild dolphins, jump out of your second-story window into warm water, snorkel with rays, nice, healthy coral, lots of juvenile fish and some lovely mangrove root environments, and even ride a horse (well, briefly, they don't have the saddle yet but it's a pretty, willing little almost-black horse) you have to put up with the invertebrate life. In actuality, the wasps make a lot of noise but never bothered any of us though my engineer husband liked drinking beer and watching them make their nests. The sea urchins can actually be held (!) if you're careful though they should be knocked off the stairs each morning before using them to get on and off the dock. The jellyfish are mostly towards the middle of the bay. We snorkeled in spite of them though we usually wore dive skins so we wouldn't have to worry. (Diveskins are a great investment. We used them for the last three trips. They protect you from everything… jellyfish, sun, and chitres). There also geckos and bats but we like those little bug eaters and you sleep under a mosquito net so you don't have to share your space TOO closely. BTW the main bedroom is quite romantic. The house itself was much more comfortable and better appointed than I had expected. Lazare and his wife live there when there are no guests and make you feel free to borrow anything you need. Lots of charming, Swiss family Robinson touches plus all the comforts of home and some our home doesn't have like a juicer :-) good snorkeling equipment, several kayaks and the paddle board which turned out to be even better than the kayaks, etc. The only missing comfort was an indoor toilet though you can work around that if you are creative. There is even a camping water heater for showering though that seemed like too much bother in such a warm climate. In all, it was a great, once-in-a-lifetime experience and as comfortable as one could expect to be without being sealed in an air-conditioned room!

We stayed five days with two kids at the hillhouse, and it was like visiting old friends. A really charming place, with so much friendliness, the beautiful lagoon, were we snorkled a lot, and the garden were we bought saw Tucans, parrots, sloths and heard a lot of monkeys. We are already looking forward to coming back!! Thanks Lazare, Leo and Dorian for making the stay wonderful!!

This is without a doubt the most amazing, adventurous yet luxurious listing on Airbnb. Highly recommended. We had an unforgettable stay with our large group. Lazare and Jody (the actual hosts) are really helpful and know how to cook. Would love to go back.

Wow! Our group of 10 had the most incredible experience at the Jungle Retreat. We were picked up by boat in Bocas Town and brought to this beautiful retreat. Ulrich was a super welcoming host and had a lovely lunch waiting for us. He also prepared our breakfasts and dinners while we were there, which were delicious. For the remaining lunches, we went by boat to the two remote restaurants close by, which was a fun, unique experience. The snorkelling off the deck of the retreat was absolutely amazing with the most beautiful coral. The high dive was a huge hit with the kids. Ulrich also took us on an incredible, adventurous hike around the area. The main house is up a steep hill and is quite a hike so pack lightly. The two bedroom reef cabin, also where the kitchen is located, is extraordinary. It is where our entire group hung out the entire time. While we were there, we were able to reserve both the main house and the reef cabin, which I highly suggest for a large group. This was a most wonderful experience that our families will remember forever. We highly recommend this property!

I am a pretty experienced traveller who visited more than 50 countries backpacking, for business and vacation with family. I am impressed with the comfort Ulrich has been able to bring to such a remote and nature intense location. 3KW of solar panels, drinking water in a quantity to let 8 people take shower, clean cloths and cook without problems. A good internet connection though a wifi bridge to the continent. Daily cleaning service and a boat driver to take you around the islands looking for great beaches, dolphins (many!) or simply exploring. The location is also very good for snorkelling (note that underwater visibility in Bocas is never excellent, but the corals are great) and safe swimming. We stayed there with 4 friends and our 2 kids (3 years old and 1 year old). The water house is not the place where you would leave them alone if they don't know how to swim. We end up by taking the boat to go to close beaches during the day and that worked very well. You can keep insects out of the house easily if you manage the nets and lights correctly. But if you are too much scared about bugs, this is probably not the right place for you. I strongly recommend this place to any world traveller looking for great nature, privacy and good conforts. I recommend to read Ulrich notes very well because it helps you understand how to take the most from your stay. Thank you Ulrich for the great experience!

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Ulrich's Cabin is everything you could imagine it to be. This place is really incredible! The reef sits below crystal clear waters. We snorkeled for hours and there is such a diversity of life that it never got old. Kayaks are available and we had a great time exploring around the island and nearby Dolphin Bay. Swimming at night in the bioluminescent waters was breath-taking! We regret not taking advantage of the floating raft for a romantic floating candlelight picnic. I guess that's a good excuse to return. There were folks staying in the other room, the hill house & one of the the volunteer tents while we were there. Instead of taking away from the seclusion, it added a sense of community and we enjoyed sharing our great experiences with our fellow guests. Lazare and Jodi were amazing hosts and great friends! They contribute in many ways to making the place so special. They picked us up in Almirante & dropped us off in Bocas, gave us a tour of the farm, took us for a great dinner/party across the bay at Josef's restaurant, made sure we were comfortable and fed with great snacks & meals, and were wonderful company just to hang out with. Capitan the dog is a great swimming partner and deck swing companion. We miss them and can not wait to return and share some of the magic with them!

lazare en dorien are a terific couple and the location is amazing. I have never seen anything like this. i must say that the chitras are 'not funny' but they come mostly only late in the afternoon. i got bitten quite a bit but lazare did everything in his power to reduce the discomfort. and that's all it is really.., a discomfort and compaired to the beauty of this place and its surroundings its more then worth it. Dorien manages to maintain a translation company in the middle of all what is happening around here with the finca and the guests. i truly admire her for it! Lazare is a perfect host and a very good cook. I realy hope to come back here once for a long term stay. i have no words to describe the beauty of this location. its like a picture from a fairy tale story book. cant recomend this more highly!!

Staying at Lazares and Doriens place was relaxing, fun and just exceptional! Lazare picked us up in almirante and took us by boat to the wildlife paradise // ranch // house on the sea he runs with his girlfriend. We immediatly felt very welcomed. Lazare showed us around on his organic ranch and explained all the projects they're running out there. We had three very relaxing nights, very delicious food by the very talented chef lazare himself. We went kayaking and saw dolphins, met nice and cool guests staying there (hey collin's gang) and volunteers working there (moin moin selina, toni & chris). We enjoyed our stay very much and highly recommend this place to people who want to step of the beaten track and dive into a wildlife expierience!

We absolutely loved our time at Ulrich's tropical reef cabin! Everything was beautiful, and we were promptly met by Leo (property caretaker) at the specified time and location. Easy boatride to the property, and the cabin was amazing! Leo's wife cooked amazing meals for us that we truly enjoyed, so I very much recommend this option. When you arrive in town, be sure to stop by the grocery store and grab some drinks and snacks, because at the cabin there is nothing available close by. There are some very friendly dogs that will greet you - we fell in love with El Capitan, who dutifully protects the cabin from all boats that cruise by in the water. Very much recommend this property, enjoy!!!

Awesome venue awesome host that goes way above and beyond. This is a place for the adventurous romantic. A world class reef just a short swim (like 15 feet) from your thatched cabin over the sea. Bedrooms are a ladder climb up to the second story under the thatch. Great place to get away! Be prepared for luminescent swimming and breathtaking sunsets.

I stayed in the Reef Cabin for my 40th Birthday with my wife& it exceeded all my expectations. The place itself is straight out of a storybook,the pictures don't even do the place justice,upon your arrival its beauty will knock you on your ass. We were lucky to have our fearless leader/gracious host Lazare show us the ropes along with his British 1st mate Chris.Not only did they make us feel right at home but they are amazing cooks as well!! The food plan is DEFinatelty the way to go, My wife is still trying to figure out the formula to one of Lazare's tropical recipes! The place itself truly is a hidden island paradise that if you have the opportunity to visit you would be foolish to miss it.Coming from the harsh snowstorms of NYC straight into this coral reef paradise could not have gone better,muchas gracias Lazare & Chris!!!My wife even claims our time there has made her a better person,this place was just what we needed to truly disengage.Pura Vida & sleep tight don't let the jungle bugs bite! (I also believe Lazare can speak to dolphins as well,I overheard a few early morning conversations instructing them when & where to swim for the day,he is like a Tarazan of Panama) Can't wait to go back,GRACIAS!!!

This place was amazing and is not to be missed. Lazare and Jodi were wonderful hosts and great to talk to. The pick up, drop off was seamless and it was very easy to contact the hosts by email prior to the trip. They also cooked for us and the food was incredible. We are still talking about the chocolate desert that Lazare made one evening. The cabin is great but the hosts really push it over the top. The snorkeling, kayaking and hammock swinging are all top notch. We stayed in the main room at the reef cabin and it was a very comfortable bed with mosquito netting. It really is a special place and if you have the opportunity to visit you should jump on it. We hope we meet Lazare and Jodi again! - Mike and Karyn

Vivococo is one of those rare places in the world where unique energies converge to create a sanctuary for open minds and visionary souls.

Cocovivo was the most increadible vacation experience we ever had. Sharing this place with Lazare and Carmen sounded like paradise. The fully hand made cabins are very confortable and give you the feeling to be part of the jungle ´s wildlife. It's a perfect place for snorkling, paddling and relaxing. Lazare and Carmen will also take you for a jungle tour (which they know very much) or even snorkling with the nursing-Sharks. We also been offered various local breakfast and dinners (with high quality ingredients). The host are increadibly generous, welcoming and always ready to share there knowledge about Panama and life. We will definitely come back !!

A unique place with a beautiful nature to explore. The reef has us totally impressed with its variety of colors and its animal inhabitants. On the Jungelwanderung we have, thanks to Lazard, and have seen a lot of interesting. Sensational, it is also to relax with a good book in a hammock. The hosts are super! Loving, helpful and you know much about your environment. Thanks for a great time.

Fantastic getaway where you can be alone from the world! Beautiful reef for snorkeling beneath your bedroom. We went kayaking and Stand Up paddle boarding everyday, it was amazing viewing the fish and coral from on the craft. Dolphins come in close to the hut both in the day and at night. You can hear howler monkeys and birds in the distance. Extremely beautiful tropical paradise! Dorien and Lazare are amazing hosts and have a wealth of knowledge of the local area as well as great passion for Environmentally friendly living. Definitely get food service as it is the best way to experience home cooked Panamanian food and Lazare's home made ice cream is to die for! We had such a great time and felt completely relaxed. The one and only bad thing is the "Chitras" which like to come out and bite a couple times a day, but they have a skin lotion to help minimize the biters from getting you. We had great conversations over dinner, drank wine and beer and had a splendid time. We were lucky to find such a gem in the heart of Panamanian paradise, and look forward to staying there again.

Lazare is an amazing host. Although he is not the one in the photo on the diving board, he is still good looking, don't worry. He did everything he could to make sure my stay was exactly as I wished it to be- he really cares about the quality of experience his guest has. The place is exactly as it is in the photos. If you are up for a very rustic, natural experience, you will really enjoy the serenity and simplicity of this place.

We had an awesome time at CocoVivo - great hosts, beautiful snorkelling & kayaking, excellent food and so on - simply all you could wish for! We fell in love with the place right away and we're definitely planning to come back :)

The most incredible experience ! ! ! What more can I say that the other reviews haven't other than 'girls dont let the no toilet in the cabin or on the dock stop you from staying here ! ! Just bring a container like a Rubbermaid tub you can hover over for a tinkel, a roll of tp and a Ziploc bag to discard the tp in and your good to go! It worked for me! ;) Ive told several friends they should visit here and so should you !

Spent an amazing 4 days at Cocovivo. Blessed not only by all the amazing elements of the universe but the host and helpers are more than accommodating. By the end of our stay we felt more like family. Both sleeping areas are clean, comfortable, waterproof, and come complete with the sounds of the jungle not to far away. Waking up above the water with all the sounds of natures are priceless. Dolphins one morning, so awesome. Clear warm water sitting above the reef makes for excellent snorkeling, during the day and late night swims while lightning flashes over the horizon. The kitchen and bathroom and very clean and made for great healthy meals shared on one of the many places to sit. So much to do in this privet little cove. It was truly a dream come true, and I hope to revisit soon!

Awesome place to stay. Amazing hosts and absolutely beautiful place.

Great place! We very much enjoy staying here. Thank you Paul for your attentions!

Great place at a great value. Super clean and very nice. Paul was great every step of the way.

Everything I expected

Paul is an outstanding host. His communication and attention is very impressive. My experience was perfect. Hi highly recommend him.

Perfect room in a nice hotel

Hey Paul, thank you for hosting us while in Panama. We loved the location and it was exactly what we were looking for. La Vespa restaurant was delicious and the Infinity pool was a plus!

The perfect place to relax, have fun and spend great days place.

This is in fact a 5* hotel, for the price of an Airbnb - great deal! Hotel is very nice and it's a nice tall building. The gym and swimming pools were great. It's basically a hotel room, so cannot cook (but can buy breakfast as a regular guest). Would stay here again!!

We had such a great stay at Michelle's guest home on the water. The cabin was just perfect. Michelle's meals were always delish, and made from scratch. She and her son were so nice and we had many interesting conversations. The area is a bit remote, but worth the effort to get there and stay for a few days. Highly recommend you stay here.

Michelle has carved an amazing piece of paradise for herself. She has put a ton of work into making a space that is special and unique. She strives to give visitors an experience like so few places can offer. If you are into perma-culture and farm to table food & cocktails this is the place for you.

Amazing 3 nights spent with Michelle, which felt more like a week. An incredible tranquil and remote location that delivers on all your expectations.

We are never visit a place like this before. The most beautiful, unique and heartiest one. The house is surround by turquoise water, the food incredible delicious (Thanks to Michelle and Calipso!!!) and the big heart from Michelle – so lovely. Thank for staying at your place! Julia & Niels

As part of our Christmas vacation, we stayed 4 nights at Michelle's De La Luna. When we arrived by boat we knew immediately that we had made the right decision to come here and regretted that we hadn't booked our whole vacation at Michelle's place. 30 minutes away from Bocas Town and well hidden, Michelle has created a space that allows you to fully disconnect from the busy world and reconnect with the nature around you. We loved the tranquil location, the clear water with its beautiful sealife (we swam with bioluminescene at night!!!), the seaside bungalow (Casa Saraso) which was beautifully decorated and spacious enough for us and our two small kids, Michelle's dogs, her monkey, her farm, I could just go on. Moreover, it's Michelle's amazing way of hosting us that made our stay at De La Luna so unique, too`! She knew upfront what we needed, cooked the most delicious food, told us the most interesting and funny stories, suggested activities (a kayak tour, how to make chocolate...) and did everything, really everything to make our Christmas celebration special and make us and our children feel at home. We will definitely come back.

Michelle is an amazing woman. The water bungalo was beautiful. The bugs were no where near as bad as other reviews described but we're from new orleans so we are sort of used to them. Michelle made my wifes birthday very memorable. We travel a ton and this is by far the best place and traveling experience we've ever had. Having limited cellphone ability, and power ended up being a blessing. It allowed us to enjoy every bit of the vacation. We swam with schools of fish right in front of our home. The water wasn't too deep if you're someone who can't swim well. At night we swam with the bio luminescent plankton. The experience was breath taking. We saw the stars and moon every night. It was like a dream. Michelle's dogs are beautiful and loving. They aren't intrusive and they're actually very protective of the guests. We went on a boat ride in search of sloths and diva (one of the dogs) swam/ran beside us the entire time for close to a hour. The monkey juju alone is worth booking. He's super smart resourceful. There are tons of books to read if it happens to rain while you there. The food oh my god how can i forget the food. Everything was excellent. Fresh food made from her very own garden. I've never eaten food so good, healthy and plentiful ever. Don't think twice definitely rent the place. Michelle is a wealth of knowledge and she's hilarious!

Casa Saraso at DLL! Rustic tropical adventure & relaxation intertwined beautifully. As the reviews say, Michelle is an insane cook/mixologist & an eccentric bold amazing lady that holds great wisdom , fun & humor. Here to celebrate my 40th, we mixed our days w/ kayak trips around loma partida, boat trips to even more remote islands (thx to Michelle! ) a jungle trek w/ all 3 dogs, MAJOR hanging in the water outside our doorsteps & on the hammocks, deck yoga, a trip to the monkey sanctuary , nocturnal swimming w/ bioluminescent creatures y más! We had the place mostly to ourselves & Michelle was most diligent at catering it to our preferences & also giving us the more 'local' experience we desired. DEF will return to Saraso!!!

Words really cannot describe Michelle's listing! It is a remote slice of paradise that will reconnect you with nature's beauty. Michelle is a wonderful chef, an enthusiastic entertainer/storyteller/guide, an exceptional human. Book this listing if you: honor the earth; love the stars; enjoy a good game of dominos; want to swim in a bioluminescent sea; seek peace; love to sing/dance/laugh; like dogs and/or monkeys; enjoy conversation; are a foodie; or for any reason! Michelle's De La Luna is balm for the soul!

Great place, great location, great host..would stay again next time

Great Communication place as described central location close to shopping great view would definitely recommend

Great!!! Super sweet daughter who was very helpful !!

Great apartment as described. Incredible shower, nice views, centrally located.

Very good stay and good view from the Hotel

We had an overall good stay and experience The apartment and location are exactly as shown on the photos . Great pool area to have a drink and was rather easy to transmit the key as we arrived early in the morning . View is nice from the balcony . The negatives that I'm sure will be fixed easy were : On our second day sewage smell from the bathroom was pretty nasty, and didn't go away up until midday next day The bed was broken even though didn't see and it felt it , and only saw when was getting my shoes under the bed Called 3 times for cleaner to come clean the room and then called owner to ask to resolve it, at the end no one ever came to clean . We only stayed for 2 days so wasn't big of a deal and as mentioned the entire stay was really nice and negatives didn't influence it

This is a beautiful apartment, I recommend it, the location is good! I will come back surely!

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Dolphin Bay Cabanas was a beautiful and relaxing place to stay. We were away from all the busy tourist commotion and found it very easy to get into Bocas Town when we wanted to. We enjoyed our stay in Bocas even though it was raining. The cabanas was very cute and Jelle was very welcoming and served up delicious meals. Defiantly recommend Dolphin Bay Cabanas if your looking for a private and quiet place. There's a taco restaurant nearby which Jelle took us too, which made the best taco we ever ate! Don't miss out on these if you plan to stay at Dolphin Bay.

Due to the nature of the accommodation, this review requires more thought and details as it is an incredible opportunity to experience Bocas Tel Toro, an amazing Island get away. 1. Units - This is an eco lodge. Power is self generated. Water is collected from rain. It's an amazing opportunity to live in a beautiful environment whilst enjoying nature. The water and views are spectacular. You can hike the island. You can hear and will have the chance to see Howler Monkeys. In the bay, you have the opportunity to see Dolphins playing in the water. An unbelievable adventure that all should experience. Bocas is a world unto itself and travel to this region is growing. If you have the chance to see Bocas, this facility will enhance and augment your experience. A very big must. 2. The host - in a location like this, in which you want to have the full experience, your host is extremely important. They will be the ones that go out of their way to show you what other's may not have the opportunity to see. Jelle does not disappoint on this level. From the beginning, he was friendly, sharing experiences of living in Bocas, providing information about this history and the life on these beautiful islands. He is a skilled yachtsman, and this leads to great skill in navigating and ensuring you have great rides on the launcha. He can be enticed (we were very lucky) to take you to out of the way spots that give you unique insight into the beauty of the islands, as well as experience in a manner simply beyond seeing. You feel a part of the life, and Jelle delivers that. Combined, accommodation rustic, charming, and beautiful, combined with a host who loves his work, environment, and the art of making his guests feel special, this experiences is amazing. The meals are great eaten family style. This gives you the opportunity to meet and interact with the other guests who will only augment your experience and leave you with a sense of finding new friends. Final tips: 1. Be sure to take bug repellent - small black flies (common on beach areas) can be a nuisance. Be liberal with the spray...avoiding their bites will keep your experience meaningful. 2. Take cash - there are not a lot of POS machines. You are on an island and cash is required for water taxies, other excursions, meals eaten in other restaurants etc. Roughly plan what you might do during your stay so you are sure to have enough cash and can relish all the activities that are available. Other than that - go and enjoy!

What an incredible experience. The Dolphin Bay Cabanas are 20 minutes by boat from Bocas town and you are in a beautiful secluded bay teeming with wild life. Without trying, we saw monkeys, horses, stingrays, and dolphins. The food was also some of the best we've had so far in Panama. We actually felt healthy after eating unlike many other spots we've been to. Highly recommended.

PARADISE! We could write 500 positive thing about Dolphin Bay Cabanas! Amazing place, you can sleep under the mosquito net and hear the ocean from one direction and jungle from the other. When you wake up there are 4 lovely dogs waiting for you take a walk in the jungle! During the morning walk Diana prepares an amazing breakfast with an view we will never forget! Jelle and Diana are very kind and helpful! highlight of our trip! You get so relaxed here that you miss your shuttle back to Costa Rica, but luckily Jelle and Diana saved us and made sure we get to the border in time. The cabinas was clean and cozy, we would actually want to move to one of them! Thanks for everything! We will highly recommend the Dolphin Bay Cabanas to everyone! Henna & Theo

Everything is exactly like the pictures, a true paradise! Jelle and Diana are adorable and do everything to make you feel at home, the food is delicious :) A true moment of relaxation that everyone could use!

We had a fabulous time at DBC. Jelle, Janneka, and Diana (along with their four-legged co-hosts) were so kind and welcoming. The grounds are beautiful, the cabanas lovely, and the surrounding bay and views both breath-taking and soothing. It's like being in a living picture book.

This is a FABULOUS property with breathtaking views and Jelle and Diana are amazing hosts. Jelle was gracious enough to show us around the property and took us on a long walking tour. And Diana is a wonderful cook and served us some delicious meals. My husband and I loved the place and their hospitality. I would definitely recommend this place and if we return to Panama, we will surely stay again.

I had a great time at Dolphin Bay Cabanas. Everything is great, and despite the rainy weather a little time it happened very quickly. the place is beautiful, the bungalows are built in a garden facing the sea and everything is very well maintained. everything is like in the photos, in real ;-) The whole team is very welcoming and caring. Excellent and varied meals; A big thank you to Jannecke for its hospitality and its availability throughout my stay. Hugs to all the team

Ursula's place is THE place to stay at in casco viejo, the location, price and place is amazing. Ursula is a great host and very responsive. Recommend to everyone visiting casco viejo

Excellent place to relax, very clean and convenient all what we needed walking distance. We were impressed by the historic place "Casco Viejo the security and selected restaurant. The nightlife is unique and fun. We appreciated Ursula for quick respond and guidance of places to visit in Panama City. We hope to come back soon.

Ursula was an amazing host for our family, she Personally checked us in at property late at night (11pm). She works in the local tourism industry and helped us rent a car that dropped car off at property and had connections to local airlines for airfare to Boca Del Toro, David, Etc... The one bedroom apartment was perfect for our family of 5 (2 adults, 2 kids, infant). Centrally located in Casca Viejo, it was safe and secure. All amenities were great and as described: kitchen, bath, laundry, wi-if. Highly recommended. Thank you Ursula!

Ursula is a great communicator and was extremely helpful in providing suggestions, directions, and assistance. The location was excellent. Our only hitch was hurricane rain...but that could not be helped :) We would stay here again in a heartbeat.

It's hard to imagine a better location, within easy walking distance of the entire old town. The apartment was immaculate when we arrived. The host gave exceptional communication, and provides a comprehensive 'manual' of places to see, things to do, and tips for an enjoyable stay.

Highly recommended. The apartment is really clean, located in Casco Viejo. Ursula is really helpful and always answer very quick.

Ursula's home is right in the middle of Casco Viejo, the old part of Panama City which is the best place to hang out. Its location is the best. Ursula communicates a lot and will help you with anything you need.

GREAT Location in Old Town!!! Perfect for our stay in old town. Ursula was a great host. She made sure we were all set and her place is very well stocked with information on the area and accommodations. Location was the best! Recommended highly if you want to stay in Old Town and spend some time.

Excellent host and room. The apartment is at the entrance of the Old Town and the space is equal to the photos. Return without hesitation. :)

Thx a lot Alex! :) Cool place, Alex helped us where he can! Definitely recommended! Greets Alex&Tom

Alex's place is right next to the best part of Panama City, it's a very easy 3 minute walk to Casco Viejo, with great food, walking around, and night life. Alex has been here for over 10 years and knows a lot and was very helpful. The place was huge and beautiful. I couldn't thank Alex enough for being such a great host.

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The apartment is very nice and well located (wlking distance to the old town). As I am traveling alone as a woman I can say that I felt fine walking around in this area. I really enjoyed doing yoga during sunset and nearly full moon on the rooftop terrace - that was really special. Thanks for having me!

We only stayed in Alexander's place for a short time, but we had a comfortable stay. The apartment is located a short walk to the restaurants and bars in Casco Viejo and has an unbeatable balcony view of the Cinta Costera and the City skyline. The apartment is modern and comfortable, and the guest room we stayed in had its own bathroom (with a big shower) a Queen size bed and an in-room AC unit. Alexander was away on business, but he made arrangements for a super nice friend of his to greet us and stay at the apt while we were there (note this is a private room, not an entire apartment.)

The apartment is nice and the location is very good. However, we found it a bit odd that the host was sleeping on an airbed in the living room/kitchen, which makes beeing there a little akward. He was a friendly man though.

Such a great place! Beautiful vistas over the ocean and very easy access to some of Panama city's best locations (cinta costera, Mercado de Mariscos, Casco Viejo..). The house was immaculate and the room very comfortable and clean. Unfortunately I was was only able to stay for 2 nights but I would surely come back to stay for a longer time given the opportunity! Thanks Alexander!

Great treehouse and is true to the photos. Malena was there to check us in and gave us some great recommendations for things to do in the area. We never ran out of electricity during the night as we were coming into the house fairly late in the evenings after dinners/drinks on the various islands. I would definitely stay in the treehouse again, it was a really unique experience!

Amazing hosts. Available the second we landed on Bastimentos. Ushered us up into the treehouse, and were available anytime we needed anything. The treehouse is in excellent shape, with a staggering view of the island. The whole experience was surreal and magical.

We had a great stay here. Malena greeted us and took us up to the house. The 70 stairs up to the house have a couple of slippery spots, so you need to be pretty able bodied. We enjoyed our evenings relaxing and reading in the hammocks by candlelight. There was plenty of battery power to run the lights and water pump when required. Bring a battery pack for your devices and charge it up during the day. Breakfasts at the resort on the water were simple and quick, the staff was really nice and invited us for xmas drinks. We also spent time on the hammocks on the dock. Water taxis are a really fun part of the experience. They're really the only transportation here. Go out to the dock and wave the flag during the day, and they'll be there in about 30 seconds. They'll take you to Bastimento, Bocas, or any of the other fantastic places in the area. The late night music from Bastiments was a bit loud, the resort and Air BNB owners are aware of this issue and are working with local authorities to deal with it.

Overall we had a wonderful experience here. Things you should know: the treehouse is a little off the beaten path, if you are looking for quiet and space then this is the place. It is a 1 dollar (sometimes 2) taxi ride from Bastimentos town and that is the closest. This is not really the place for you if you are looking to be in the middle of all the hubbub. Also it is a little bit of a walk from the dock and nearby hotel. There is a path and some stairs up. We got very used to it and it's not very far but not for people with accessibility issues. Lastly the free breakfast was wonderful and the staff at the hotel were some of the nicest people and most helpful all trip! The treehouse itself was clean and beautiful. You could open all the windows and get a great breeze and hear birds and frogs. To be honest, I did NOT want to leave. The hosts were wonderful, you couldn't ask for better.

We had a nice stay at the Jungle Hill House at Bastimentos. It was a huge climb to enter the house, but the view makes it all worth it. The sounds of nature are all around. It is a perfect place to be in peace and enjoy the island life. The house owner is very kindly and we received a warm welcome. The hotel beside Jungle Hill House, named Eclypse the Mar, gave us information about the island and what to do here. They introduced us with a boater called Lorenzo and he took us at the Zapatillatour en the Bat Cave tour. We both recommend people to do these tours!! The boater took good care of us. Breakfast which is included by Eclypse de Mar was good. Some toasted bread, fruit salad and yogurt with granola. There is a wonderful sphere at this side of Bastimentos.

Very cool place to stay at! Perfect located in The djungle and a ver cozy and calm part of Bastimentos. Dayana and Malena were perfect hoosts, very helpful. Remember though that this is a ECO-bungalow and read The description well before booking 2 weeks.. Me and my girlfriend stayed for 4 nights which was a perfect time:)

My husband and I had a wonderful time during our two-night stay at Dayana and Malena's! The lodge feels very much like a refined tree house: it is is placed up on a hill on Bastimentos Island, looking across the bay at the town of Old Bank and a wide-spanning view of Bocas. The view is absolutely stunning. The lodge itself is lovely: very simple accommodations; perfect for a couple to stay in one bedroom and also has an additional bedroom with a twin bed for a third guest. The space is completely open to nature, so you get refreshing cross breezes, the sound of waves splashing on the beach, and birds/forest sounds. You only get a few hours of electricity a night, and the overhead lighting is pretty dim, so if you like to stay up past sundown to read, play cards, etc. you can use extra candle lighting or the lantern supplied by Dayana and Malena. The surrounding resort (Eclipse del Mar) is a really nice perk too. They are open pretty much all day, and you can access their wifi there, fill up your water jug with drinking water, grab a sandwich or beverage, etc. Dayana and Malena were wonderful hosts; super warm and friendly, and very willing to help with any questions, needs, or recommendations. I definitely recommend this to anyone traveling to Bocas Del Toro, and especially Bastimentos! Perfect place to unwind and relax.

I don't even know how to describe our stay at Dayana and Malenas Jungle Hill EcoHouse! It was AMAZING. Tom and Sarah where wonderful and we really enjoyed every single minute of our stay. The weather was not that good but when you're staying at the Jungle Hill EcoHouse, it really doesn't matter that much - it's the perfect place to relax! I will for sure come back!!

Mauriel was a wonderful host! Apartment was clean and the view was gorgeous. Location was perfect, too! I highly recommend this Airbnb gem!!

Great location, amazing view, nice&clean room, very friendly&helpful host, highly recommended! Thank you Mauriel

Second time staying at Mauriel place. He has one of the best spots in Panama City. I would recommend his place to anyone visiting Panama. Great guy and a great place.

We had the flat to ourselves (Mauriel was on vacation, so we did not meet him). His mother checked us in and she was super friendly (although she only spoke Spanish). The place itself is very beautiful, the view is awesome (be it at night or in daylight). It's a cool flat, you have your own little bathroom and a nice common pool (which we used extensively). Would definitely recommend staying there.

Very nice pool, Mauriel is very friendly. The room is a little small but good for the price.

Mauriel was a great host. The room had everything you needed the bathrooms are clean and kitchen was clean. The view is the best in town. Very centrally located for business purposes and a block away from shopping or food. I will be staying here again on my return trips. Thanks

Mauriel was the most gratious host - he was not only very helpful providing advise on Panama, but he was also genereous offering food and drinks, and inviting me to events with his own friends. I am most grateful. The view of the apartment is impressive, overall, a great stay. Many thanks, Mauriel!

The room photos match reality, Mauriel contacted me and was aware of everything that you may need. Once greeted me at home, he was willing to colaborarme with any questions that arose. It was very friendly.

Francisco was a very gracious and welcoming host. Our stay was very relaxing; we were one of the only families staying in the entire condo! You'll definitely need to have a car to arrive, but overall the condo was wonderful.

Super great view !!!!! apartment fully equipped kitchen very clean bathroom Francisco is very friendly, kind. Nice pool. Between colon and islands ..... compulsory car

Very good! The apartment is well equipped, especially the kitchen, it has everything! The bed is super comfortable 2x2, very nice. The room is fine, has a sofa bed but for me is the part that can be improved. Much silence, sleep well. The still too new building, needs some maintenance. Like the entrance road, it is not paved yet. The pool and common areas as seen in the photos, the beach without being very good, once you get is like a pool and the water is clean, but there is a lot mosquito on the beach. It rains a lot! Better to go in summer !!! A good place to relax and unwind

Francisco is an excellent host and his property is immaculate! The apartment is very tastefully furnished with all the necessities (exclusive of food) for your stay. The panoramic views of the beach are lovely, and the pool is large and uncrowded. We visited in February 2016 during the week and saw only twelve other guests. The restaurant is open 11-4 Wednesday - Sunday; we ate there once and the food was good but expensive. Maria Chiquita is very small with a few local shops - not a tourist town! The closest place for shopping and restaurants is Sabanitas, a half hour drive from here. The beach did not look like the photos - the sand and water were darker, and the surf was rough. We were told the difference was because of the season we were visiting. Fortunately, Playa La Angosta, a ten minute drive away, is a much calmer beach for swimming. All in all, our stay was very quiet and peaceful, away from the hustle and bustle of the cities and tourist meccas.

Had a great time! There are increadable views from every part of the condo. Everything is new in the condo and the complex. Huge pools, BBQ, endless beachfront. There is even an ocean club with good food. It was very easy to find and easy to book. Everything was ready and clean. The internet is lightning fast!!! Also, there is Kite surfing at the far end of the beach.

Amazing place, very relaxing indeed. The condo itself is brand new and fully equipped. Francisco was always ready to assist us and gave useful tips about the place. I recommend as an alternative to the crowded Pacific shore.

Francisco made arrangements well in advance and made our arrival easy. Apartment was very clean, well maintained and as per the pictures and as advertised. The location is a bit isolated for my preference, but it depends what you want from the stay at this location.

We just come back from our trip to Panama! Maria Chiquita we tubimos pleased to be staying in Bala Beach on the 10th floor with a large succulent sea view of the entrance of the Panama Canal. Francisco was very responsible, we deal with kindness and did not feel comfortable from the first day. During the stay I we provided what is necessary to make us feel comfortable and we had all the facilities and amenities of our house and more. The room where we stayed was very clean and welcoming. The area is private and relatively fences to Portobelo. It has certainly been a pleasure to stay on the property of Francisco and that allowed us to stay at home. Thank you so much for everything!

We don't even know where to begin. Our experience was like a dream from our first contact via Airbnb. By the time we arrived in Bastimentos it was like we were meeting old friends. We were also getting married on this trip and Stacy and Ryan took the ball and ran with it. Everything was amazing! Words nor pictures can not even begin to do this place or our experience justice. Every detail was taken into account and the Sea Monkey did not disappoint! There are lots of things to do off the island, however, we never left Bastimentos because we loved it SO much. We would highly recommend Tom and Bastimentos Alive Jungle Tours for a complete experience. We can not say enough wonderful things about Stacy, Ryan and Tom. It was a bittersweet departure as we did truly make friends for life. We will be back every August to not only celebrate our Anniversary but to catch up on the island and spend some time with our friends!

The Sea Monkey is quite possibly the best value in Bocas. The place is wonderful. Waking up to that view every morning is remarkable. The food is delicious, and the staff is great. The hosts are warm and very accommodating. I recommend this place to anyone staying in the islands.

We had such a great time staying at the Sea Monkey! The view is really a spectacular thing to wake up to! Stacey and Ryan were extremely accommodating and helpful with all our questions, and made our stay that much more pleasant. If you are coming to bocas we definitely recommend staying here!

Ryan and Stacey are wonderful and helpful hosts. The house is decorated very well and has a beautiful view. Breakfast was really good, and dinner was absolutely amazing!

Stacy and Ryan were terrific from the moment we made our reservation, they were eager to help us with anything they could, both before our arrival, and throughout our stay! Our stay was incredible - they were awesome hosts and took great care of us! The location was beautiful and getting around was easy. We would definitely stay with Stacy and Ryan again.

Our stay at the Sea Monkey was absolutely amazing. Stacy and Ryan were also incredibly accommodating, responsive, and helpful! There isn't anything I could say here that prior guests haven't already said, so instead, here are a few pro packing tips for when (not if!) you book the Sea Monkey. - Don't expect to use any CCs, and bring your cash in small bills! We had a hard time getting chance everywhere we went and you will want small bills for water taxies, tipping, meals, etc. so you're not fumbling with large bills and hoping whomever you're paying has enough change. - Not an issue at the Sea Monkey hut because of the breeze and mosquito nets, but at the Sea Monkey restaurant and just about everywhere else you go you will want bug spray! - Toiletries for the shower: we're glad we packed some because with Airbnb it's never a sure bet. Just a reminder for those who aren't used to using Airbnb to bring some. - Bring a disposable poncho and/or rain jacket. We were so happy we had these and our small umbrella since we were caught in the rain a few times during the evening. - Water shoes: when we traveled to other islands to snorkel (or even when we went to the Blue Coconut for drinks and food) we were so happy we had these with us. Some areas are rocky under water and tough on your feet.

Stacy and Ryan were very friendly, helpful, and communicative. I felt like anything they could do to help us they would. Unfortunately, what they couldn't do was turn down the throbbing bass at the club across the water. What would have been a perfect stay was somewhat ruined by lack of sleep. The very loud music went long into the night; as late as 3:30am, and, no earlier than 1:30am each night. Stacy explained that November is a special time of partying in Panama, and that this wasn't normal. She also said she'd talk to them about turning it down, but, every night we were there it was equally loud I'm afraid. So, unless you plan to join the party until the very end every night, I suggest sending Stacy and Ryan a private message asking if the nights you'll stay there are likely to be party nights because other than the noise, the bungalow was absolutely magical and the island is a little piece of Caribbean paradise. Ryan introduced us to their friend Tom who gave us a hiking tour to a very special and secluded beach, which I can't recommend enough. The breakfast brought to our door each morning was absolutely delicious every day and really made for a special treat.

What a lovely stay we had. The room itself is so nice and the view is incredible, out onto the sea with taxi boat's coming and going. Kevin, who brought us to the room is a great help, as are Ryan and Stacey. The girls running the restaurant serve up a lovely breakfast and you can have a good old chat with them. Tom, who lives on the island provides great tours, although we were finished from our previous travels, so we just relaxed -which was perfect for us. Bastimentos is probably the most unique place I have ever been, a real Caribbean town and a place like no other. Some lovely restaurants, catering for all, from vegan to local food to more high end stuff. Alvin's & Kache's and The Firefly were our favourites. Bring an extension lead if you are to use electrics on the terrace, as there are only plugs nearer the bed side of the room.

Had a great stay in casco. Found Ursula's place nice and easy with her directions and the apartment is walking distance from all the areas we wanted to see in casco! Thanks Ursula.

What a great city and terrific host. I was extremely impressed with Ursula's communication. She was always available. The recommendations for restaurants was top notch. Perhaps all restaurants are great, haha... but every one I tried was terrific. Biggest drawback would be the noise, which mid-day and some evenings was pretty significant. I would say its more bustling than NYC primarily due to people playing music into evening. While location is on the edge of Old City with getting into area that shows poverty, I have to say I always felt safe and locals did engage with tourists. The wrap around porch was terrific, truly a gem. Internet and all amenities worked well.

Really enjoyed our stay! Apartment was close to all the shops and restaurants in Casco Viejo. The space itself was perfect for our group of 4 and the huge balcony was a particular hit. Would definitely stay again!

Neat and tidy, wonderful location, great balcony!

We liked the balcony so much and spent a lot time there just watching the people (kids) at the street. The apartment is exactly the same as on the pictures! Underneath the apartment is a new bar (Hippies) with a small menu but really good food. So we really enjoyed our stay and we could walk from there around casco viejo and to many bars.

Clean, comfy, good location -- perfect for our needs!

The house is very nice and looks recently remodeled. Ursula is fast to respond with any questions you might have. I like the balcony to look over the local city life. I recommend this place to anyone wanting to stay in the Casco Viejo area of Panama City.

Excellent location to explore Casco Viejo - large porch to take in the sights and sounds of the neighborhood. Clean and modern interior. Highly recommend this location.

We loved Filiberto's beautiful home! He really has created something special! He was super helpful and very nice. I would come back here in a heart beat :)

Filiberto was very helpful. He picked us up in Bocas when we arrived and when we left. He was very informative and attentive. His home is truly a piece of art and the view of his place out on the water was stunning. The entire first floor of the house is open air and neighbors are within hands reach in all directions. The bedrooms are on the 2nd and 3rd floors. You can lock your bedroom doors from the outside to lock up your valuables, but when you're sleeping at night there is no way to lock your door. My only recommendation to Filiberto would be to add locks to the inside of the bedroom doors.

phil was a really lovely host he made lots of effort to make us comfortable you must have a panama phone with you to communicate the house is very unique you must be adventurous to enjoy the place and we just loved it be sure to bring water with you - the local water is not for drinking don't let the entrance shock you - there is a lot of trash from the neighbors, but when you arrive at the house it is a pleasant surprise

A very nice and interesting place to stay! The home was clean when we arrived and Filiberto gave us a tour through the rooms and told us a little about the where the various pieces come from/how they inspired him. The open structure of the house allowed for a fresh breeze and a new perspective to our surroundings.

We really enjoyed this cute house on piloti with the locals. We would wake up every morning looking at the sea, feading the fish with the fruit trash while cooking in the outdoor kitchen. Filiberto pick us up at the airport even if the flight time changed last minutes. He made sure that we enjoy our stay while making sure we have our privacy, since he live close by. A great stay surrounded by the locals, we loved it. Thank you Filiberto for sharing your little paradise with us.

Filiberto was a very nice host in every respect. He picked us up at the taxi boat and gave us a lift back when we had to leave. Everything was really easy going and the location is magical and we also really liked his artworks. We would have loved to stay longer to enjoy our view and the beautiful sunsets included. The house and Bocas and general are a place to come back to. Thank you for the pleasant stay!

Filiberto is a charming host and his house has a lovely vibe. We enjoyed it a lot with our family with 3 little kids. The house is full of interesting details from Filiberto's rich past and it's breezy. Filiberto went through fm great length to collect and drop us of and to make us feel at home and he offers interesting views on the world. Can warmly recommend this unconventional place to anyone! Enjoy!

Bocas del Toros is a great place. Filiberto is very friendly. But, we spent a very unpleasant week in this house. You have to cross a field of mud and rubbish to get to the house. The neighbors are noisy and dirty There is no bathroom, a simple curtain closes the shower (cold) which gives directly into the kitchen, ie outside just under the nose of the neighbors And above all, the house is above the dirty water. Thousands of insects feed on the blood of the occupants. Only the rooms are closed, and it is impossible to close them from the inside. The rest is completely open.

Beautiful bungalow with yummy breakfast! We loved the iced coffee, the coconut french toast and all the food we tried at their restaurant. Getting to Bastimentos was easy and tours were easily arranged at the restaurant.

Ryan was really helpful in getting us to the place and familiarizing us with the little town. He knew everyone, so it made it easy for us to get a good tour to go dolphin watching and snorkeling with his good friend Roberto (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!). The place was great, we are slightly bummed that the restaurant is under construction, as we would have liked to meet the other guests and mingle with some locals. We would definitely recommend this place!

Staying here was the highlight of our trip. Hanging out on the private dock on the sunny day was amazing, getting water taxis straight to our room was so cool too. Basti has a much more authentic vibe to it and has some of the best food attractions in the area. Ryan and Stacey are super professional and helpful too and went above and beyond to help us and make our stay easy comfortable and great. Ryan gave us a detailed walking tour of the village which made us feel settled in. Breakfast delivery was nice too. Mini fridge in the room was nice also and all the amenities were awesome. Very peaceful and magical place. Bed was super comfy and the room is very spacious.

Very nice place, the house is really as descripted on the website. Isla Bastimento is an amazing and unconventional place, you really have to visit one time in your life. Stacy and Ryan are good hosts as per all the staff. Thank you Sara & Lorenzo

Stacy and Ryan made our stay at their house the best we had in Panama. They are so helpful and sweet, and the overwater bungalow is just perfect. The right place to go if you just want to relax and experience, in our opinion, the best island in Bocas.

Amazing bungalow and incredible hosts! Stacy and Ryan are super friendly, helpful, and hospitable. Their restaurant is AMAZING, and our stay was lovely. We wished we could have stayed longer! You are in great hands with these hosts. :)

Stacy and Ryan are amazing. They go above and beyond to make you comfortable and feel right at home. They made our stay in Basti so easy and incredible. Can't thank them enough. The accommodations were so comfortable and beautiful. Sitting on our private deck at night watching the sunset was probably one of my favourite things about our stay.

We had the most amazing time in the bungalow! My husband and I were here for a full week and enjoyed every minute! Breakfast was incredible, the huevos rancheros and coconut French toast being the highlights. Ryan was so friendly and easily reachable for questions such as what to do on a rainy day or any suggestions for the multitude of options in the area. The bungalow is intimate and waking up on the water every morning was magical. We can't recommend the stay more and the hosts were fantastic. Tom, their tour guide, was amazing as well and we went on a great jungle hike to Polo beach. We easily rented a kayak the next day to Blue Coconut. There is so much to do we couldn't even touch most of it in the week we had! We never had a bad meal either! Whether it was at the Sea Monkey or a place in Bocas town everything was so tasty! We were there during the Féria festival and able to participate with the locals and listen to live music. Overall the best holiday! Thank you Stacy and Ryan for everything!

Sterling's eco-cabin was a great place to stay if you want to get away from the crowds in Bocas Town proper. We've found that "eco" in Panama means "off the grid" and the cabin is no exception. Electricity is from solar power but it was done so well we never had issues and it even powers the refrigerator. Fans could be run at all times we were in the cabin. All windows are screened so flying bugs weren't an issue. Cool water outdoor shower is the norm but camping solar shower bags are provided if you need warmer water. Kitchen is small but pretty well stocked with utensils and the self-lighting stove/oven is great. The cabin is 4 miles from Bocas (some website says 2) but there is a bus that runs about 5 times a day ($3.50 one way) . Schedule is on the refrigerator, usually. There are 3 restaurants/bars within easy walking distance - - - BRING A FLASHLIGHT! though we recommend the Hummingbird for food and price. The beach is just down the driveway and across the road and is the prettiest we've seen in Panama.. but the surf was too large for swimming when we were there. Only issues we had were with the neighbors: fumes from their generator can be smelled even after they moved it away from the fence line at Sterling's request and their pack of dogs barked for hours around midnight twice in our 4 days . Sterling was great and drove us to the property after we met up with him in town and was SUPER kind to offer us a ride to the airport for our early morning flight.

The cabin was perfect for my girlfriend and I. It was nice to be away from the business of Bocas Town, but still close enough to enjoy the restaurants and activities of town by bike or cab. The beach was beautiful and we had it entirely to ourselves for the duration of our stay. We recommend checking out both beach bars on Bluff Beach for a relaxing beer & a great view. Thanks Sterling!

We really enjoyed staying at Sterling's! The cabana was really private and just a 5 minute walk down the hill. The cabana is 15 minutes from town by taxi and about a 2 hour walk if you want to enjoy the views that this side of the island has to offer. We went asleep with the sounds of the ocean and jungle. Really valuable and memorable experience. Sterling was really welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. He provided us with drinkable water and a handful of kitchen utensils. He gave us recommendations on areas to visit and even helped us retrieved an item we left behind at his place!

Very nice place! Comfortable and in a beautiful, safe area. It's a short walk down to the beach. Lots of cool wildlife and plants around the cabin. Sterling is a great host - very friendly, helpful, accommodating and responsive. We enjoyed our stay and hope to check out another one of his properties next time we visit Bocas!

Sterling was very helpfull and aways accomidating to our needs. The house and grounds are very beautiful and a great location staying on the bluff. The wildlife was amazing and his helper Fransico was a very gentle, friendly man who is there to help as well. Thank you for everything Sterling. Best, Justin/Mellisa

Great stay! Fantastic place!

Great place! So relaxing and great to have kitchen capabilities. Sterling was very helpful and communicative.

Sterling is a nice guy. He is very easy going and easy to communicate with. His place is really awesome! It is off the grid but you have power and water. And although it's a small cabin the craftmanship is beautiful! The apartment has all the amenities that you need.

Nienke left for a week and let us have her apartment without really knowing us. She just decided from a few good reviews we got elsewhere. That's her: she deeply trusted us, which made our stay extremely comfortable. We met her for short and though she was supposed to get her travel bag packed she helped us out with any sightseeing tips you can possibly think of. The room was spacy, clean and you even get a glimpse on the Pacific. Next door there is new house being built which made it loud in the morning hours - just to let you know. The kitchen got everything you need, including washing machine + dryer. There is pool and sauna downstairs! We totally recommend both: Nienke and the room!

Our host was very flexible with our arrival and departure schedule - much appreciated. The room is exactly as pictured and has everything needed. The kitchen has all the basics for cooking and we were welcome to use everything we needed. While our host was at work most of the time, she was very friendly and offered suggestions for what to do in the city and country when she was home. Her cat is very friendly :)

Great room, great location, great price. This is the second time I have stayed in this apartment and if I come back to Panamá I would return to this apartment for a 3rd time. It has everything I need. Would recommend.

We had a wounderful stay with Nienke! The room is clean, has 2 different fans and air-con. The location is slso just perfect....the area is very save, we were outside on the street from 5-6 am waiting for a shuttle and people on the street were greeting us...and also there are many nice restaurants just outside the house. Nienke was a great help organzing our trip through panama...thx a lot! We would definely!

My friend and me enjoyed the stay at Nienke's. She is very hospitable, caring and friendly, yet respects privacy. She was very quick to respond to our request and provided all necessary instructions how to reach the place as well as brief get around the city. Casco Viejo is in a walking distance from apartment along the Avenida Balboa, so that was great for a first visit to Panama. It is also very close to Multicentro mall (where I could catch up with last minute shopping before taking off for the beach). Room is spacious with fen/aircon and building has a pool for a fresh re-start after a busy sightseeing in a hot city. There is a small shop where you can buy breakfast 'essentials' and several food stops if you did not make it during the day or feel too tired too cook ;) Great value for the price! Wanted to stay again on the way out of Panama, but it was 'sold out'.

The apartment is central located, with good access to public transport, especially the subway (metro). Very helpful, good air conditioning, restaurants of every category just outside the front door. Very cheap r

Very nice place and Nienke is very helpful

I enjoyed my stay with Nienke a lot. The check - in was perfect, the room nice (as showed in the pictures) and the pool very refreshing. I would defenitly stay there again !