8 Best Beach House Rentals In Panama

John Paul
Contributing Writer
Updated
| 3 min read

The Central American nation of Panama is a popular tourist spot among vacationers looking for a Caribbean destination. Panama is perhaps best known for its eponymous Panama Canal. The canal is one of the seven wonders of the modern world. Tourists regularly flock here to marvel at the brilliant engineering and the ships passing by. If you’re more interested in Panama’s natural beauty, you should visit Bocas del Toro. The islands of Bocas del Toro offer a remarkable array of beautiful beaches. Stay near one of Panama’s gorgeous beaches if you want to get the most out of your vacation. Discover the best beach house rentals in Panama by continuing below.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on December 17, 2024.

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1. Three-bedroom home near Playa Chumico, Pedasi (from USD 260)

Beautiful Playa Chumico has become a popular area for real estate developments in recent years. Despite that, there are still ways to enjoy this stretch of the Panama coastline at your leisure. You can book this Vrbo property in Azuero Peninsula if you want to enjoy Playa Chumico. The rental offers comfortable amenities such as parking and Wi-Fi.

As soon as you step out of the door, you can start having fun in the water. You and your companions will have a 2-mile (3.22-kilometer) stretch of the beach to enjoy by yourselves.

Stayed at this property?
Pedasi, Panama, Panama
PRIVATE VACATION HOME 7 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

2. Ojos del Mundo (from USD 98)

Ojos del Mundo rests atop cliffs overlooking the ocean. From this Vrbo property, you will be a mere 500 feet (152.40 meters) from the private beach. Outside, an outdoor shower is available to elevate your experience. Sea kayaks are also provided if you wish to tour the area.

Speaking of elevation, there’s a detached deck built on top of a hill that you can use for relaxing and viewing the gorgeous Panama sunset.

Stayed at this property?
bocas del drago, Bocas del Toro, Panama
cabin 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

3. Shorebreak (from USD 138)

Shorebreak on Bastimentos is located right on the beach. You can enjoy the breathtaking water views throughout your stay. This is a terrific Vrbo property for anyone who enjoys water sports. The beach located next to this property is a hot spot for surfing, so take your board out as soon as you arrive.

If you prefer a more relaxed time at the beach, you can ride one of the water taxis nearby and explore the area.

Stayed at this property?
Isla of Bastimentos, Bocas Del Toro, Panama
PRIVATE VACATION HOME 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Top guest reviews
Host:
the locals couldn't be friendlier and we loved playing with the kids on the path
bomby was so wonderful and very helpful
its kind of out-of-the-way but thats what makes it such a great place stay
Location:
great location close to town but still secluded on beach
it is a real gem on the perfect location of the island
the town of bastimentos is a special places
truly a special place that need to be visited
this is a fantastic place to stay
Amenities & Room:
the bathroom is fixed with modern amenities and the beds are all comfortable
they do have fans which helped keep us cool
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4. Villa Condesa del Mar, Contadora Island

The relaxed vibe offered by Villa Condesa del Mar is a delight to experience in person. You can start soaking in the tranquil atmosphere as soon as you get to the semi-private beach.

The secluded beach is certainly the main attraction, but the amenities available there are also worth highlighting. You’ll find a small hut here that can keep you comfortable on hot days. On pleasant days, you can nap in the hammock.

Stayed at this property?
Contadora Island, Panama, Panama
villa 16 Guests 4 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

Top guest reviews
Host:
staff were both helpful and unobtrusive
carlos and his wife were friendly attentive and helpful
the hospitality and responsiveness of the owner and the on-site support is second to none
the island is wonderful small friendly and the staff at the house were wonderful
Location:
there are many nicer places on the island to stay at
there are many nicer places on the island to stay at
we are looking forward to go back and enjoy another vacation at this place and with tom
the villa is a beautiful location and all that it appears to be in the photos
it is not a a brand-new place but it is perfectly maintained and equipped with all you need
Cleanliness:
nice staff came to clean every late morning
Amenities & Room:
the view was amazing loved the pool and the beach was breathtaking
the pool is also huge with outside speakers to hook up your personal devices for music
there is a pool which was a nice size
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5. Anns Rental, Boca Chica (from USD 257)

Choose this property if you’re looking to enjoy both luxurious accommodations and Panama’s natural beauty. You’ll have private access to a swimming beach directly from this Boca Chica apartment. Aside from swimming, you can also enjoy some snorkeling and fishing at the beach.

The property also grants access to an infinity pool, high-end barbeque facilities, and a large rancho. The pieces of furniture made from solid oak, ceramic tiles, and picture glass windows serve to highlight the apartment’s gorgeous interior.

Stayed at this property?
San Lorenzo, Chiriqui, Panama
Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille
Apartment 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Top guest reviews
Host:
we have to say thank you to ann and bob who are excellent hosts
Location:
what a fantastic property private beach - you can walk for miles when the tide is out
the location is a wonderful place to let yourself slow down and relax
if i could i would give them 10 stars for their very nice and amazing location
i recommend ann's rental as the place " to go to" when visit bc
Cleanliness:
it is spotlessly clean beautifully furnished and extremely comfortable
the condo was very clean well maintained and as i said they are very very nicy people
Amenities & Room:
the enviroment and pool are amazing and the view of over the bay is just amazing
the apartment itself could not have been nicer with excellent views and every imaginable comfort
the views over the bay are incredible and the beautifully kept swimming pool an absolute delight
the apartment it quite comfortable with everything necessary for a perfect stay
wonderful views lovely pool great beach cool dogs and the best hosts
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6. Beach house with modern amenities, Los Santos (from USD 46)

Stay at Uverito Beach in Los Santos after booking this Airbnb rental. The beach is just a few steps away from this property, so you can head in for a swim whenever you want. You can also take a seat on the spacious front porch and just bask in the beauty of the area.

Moreover, you’ll have access to Wi-Fi, satellite cable TV, and hot water during your stay here.

Stayed at this property?
Las Tablas, Los Santos Province, Panama
68 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 3 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Host:
our host is the best that we have encountered
walter is simply a great host and really tries hard to please
although we experienced some funky plumbing walter was very responsive and eager to solve the issue
couldnt have asked for a better host
we felt very welcome in walter's uverito beach house walter was very responsive and had great recommendations for us
Location:
lovely location on playa uverito
easy 1 min walk to beach
located on a very nice beach walking distance to several restaurants and bars
it‘s very close to the beautiful beach
very comfortable and beautiful location
Cleanliness:
the house was clean and well-equipped
the house was roomy and clean
) the home was professionally cleaned when we arrived and done so very well
very clean very organized very well equipped easy to access
we needed a clean quant and quiet space and we got more than that
Amenities & Room:
both rooms had good ac units but the master bedroom ceiling fan needs some repair
wi-fi was perfect for my needs and ac in the bdrm made it really comfy
it also has wifi and everything needed to comfortably stay
his place is unpretentious and it contained everything we needed for a comfortable week long stay
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7. Secluded cottage near the beach, Palenque (from USD 259)

Book your stay in this Airbnb property and spend your vacation relaxing on a remote white sandy beach. There’s also a helper staying in a separate house on the property. You can ask them to start a bonfire on the beach if you wish to spend the night there.

This secluded cottage can house a large party of travelers. Aside from the two standard bedrooms, there’s another located in the mezzanine. Guests also have access to two full bathrooms.

Stayed at this property?
Palenque, Colón, Colón Province, Panama
77 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cottage 5 Beds 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Host:
also fransisco was very helpful so this week end was just perfect
Location:
the place is beautiful right in front of the sea
Cleanliness:
it has everything you need and it was clean
Amenities & Room:
wifi connection was very good
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8. Oceanfront home with private beach, Portobelo (from USD 350)

Relaxing in an oceanfront property is a great treat. Things only get better if the oceanfront property comes with private beach access. You’re in luck because that’s exactly what you’re getting from this Airbnb property.

Take a relaxing nap while hanging out on the private beach. The hosts will leave behind a kayak that you can use to explore the area. You can also go diving during your stay. Additionally, learn how to dive at the nearby diving center.

Stayed at this property?
Portobelo, Colón Province, Panama
23 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 9 Beds 12 Guests 5 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 12

Top guest reviews
Host:
gabriel is a very nice host communicative and helpful
gabriel is a great host he communicates extremely well with his guest
gabriel was very friendly and his place was outstanding
Location:
the house has a magnificent location right on the beach in a nice and quiet bay
wonderful location great amenities
Cleanliness:
the house is very spacious and very well furnished
Amenities & Room:
gabriel brought in a new tv upstairs for us to use which was thoughtful
nice big house with a living room downstairs and a second living area upstairs
Read more reviews

Enjoy a relaxing vacation in Panama

The beaches of Panama should be experienced and enjoyed in person. You can do that by reserving one of these best beach house rentals in Panama.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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