Gamboa Rainforest Resort
Hotel Class: Deluxe
This deluxe rainforest resort is nestled amongst the dense jungle of the rainforest outside Panama City and directly alongside the scenic Chagres River and Gatun Lake. The resort prides itself on its collaboration with the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, and as such offers a variety of displays, tours, and programs designed to educate visitors on the beauty and significance of the flora and fauna which surround the resort. Aquariums, gardens, butterfly nurseries, reptile habitats, aerial tram rides, bird watching hikes, and trips to the SRTI Island are just some of the exciting amenities offered guests at the resort. When relaxation is sought, a spa, kayaks, pedal boats, and swimming pool are all available, as well as 6 restaurants/bars for guests to enjoy a variety of cuisine. Upon returning to any of the resort’s accommodations, guests will find a mini-bar, safety deposit box, satellite TV, crystal shower, hair dryer, vanity mirror, monogrammed robe, coffee/tea maker, and balcony overlooking either the river or the jungle.

Crowne Plaza Panama Hotel
Hotel Class: Deluxe
The recently renovated Crowne Plaza Panama consists of 150 guestrooms featuring modern amenities including air-conditioning, cable television, dataports, and telephone. Leisure facilities on the property include outdoor pool, fitness room, shopping gallery, and an Internet cafe. The hotel also boasts an onsite restaurant, La Galeria, serving international cuisine, and the Memories Sports Bar, which honors Panamanian sports heroes while serving a wide variety of national and international beverages; 24 hour room service is also available.

Playa Bonita Resort & Spa
Hotel Class: Deluxe
Located on Kobbe Beach, the InterContinental Playa Bonita Resort and Spa is convenient to both the Panama Canal and the Punta Bruja Nature Reserve, as well as the 18-Hole Tucan Club championship golf course. This property’s 302 air-conditioned guestrooms feature modern conveniences including cable television, high-speed internet access, and telephones. Hotel amenities include beach access, outdoor swimming pool, sauna, whirlpool, spa, and fitness center, as well as two bars and three restaurants. This lovely, deluxe resort is on a private beach surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.