Avani

Hotels
8.2 (13 reviews)
Avani, Contadora Island, Paseo Mandinga 8101, Contadora, Panamá, Panama , Contadora , pa

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Non-smoking throughout
Free wired internet
Self parking (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Japanese garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
better breakfast service
Cons:
vibe
location

Categories

Cleanliness
7.45
Vibe and location mentioned negatively, which affects the overall perception.
Service
8.45
Better breakfast service noted positively, contributing to a good service score.
Location
7.45
Mention of location as a con affects the overall sentiment.
Room Quality
8.45
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
8.45
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.45
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.45
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.45
Overall good experience with pros outweighing the cons.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 12:28

Property Description

Lush Garden Setting
Avani is nestled in Contadora and boasts a charming garden for guests to unwind in. The serene environment provides the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Terrace with Spectacular Views
The hotel offers a picturesque terrace where guests can take in breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. It's an ideal spot to relax with a refreshing drink or to watch the sun set over the horizon.

Complimentary Breakfast and Parking
Start your day off right with a delicious continental breakfast served at the hotel. Additionally, guests can take advantage of free WiFi and private parking during their stay.

Ready to experience a tranquil getaway at Avani? Book your stay now!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 13 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.45
Service: 8.45
Location: 7.45
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 8.45
Overall Experience: 8.45
A
Agostina group pa
8
Very good
Pros:

better breakfast service 🤭

Cons:

vibe, location

2025-07-16 via Nuitee
O
Omri solo traveller il
3
Poor
Cons:

Got a smaller room than I ordered and the toilet was broken.
The hotel is under construction, the way to my room was partially blocked and very noisy in the day.

2025-06-01 via Nuitee
G
Guy review category business travellers us
10
Exceptional
2025-03-31 via Nuitee
G
Guy young couple pa
10
Service was excellent
Pros:

Great place and the island in amazing

2025-03-31 via Nuitee
M
Michael young couple pa
10
Exceptional
Pros:

An unforgettable stay! The hotel is beautiful, peaceful, and perfectly located. The staff were warm and helpful, and every detail made us feel relaxed and taken care of. Can’t wait to come back!

2025-03-30 via Nuitee
K
Karmary young couple pa
10
Exceptional
2025-03-24 via Nuitee
A
Asefa young couple pa
10
Exceptional
2025-03-22 via Nuitee
A
Ana young couple nl
5
It is a nice place. However customers should be advised about the construction taking place prior booking because it aff
Pros:

Beautiful room

Cons:

There is a construction site in front of the rooms🥲 thats the view from your room

2025-02-18 via Nuitee
G
Guy young couple us
10
Amazing I will definitely comeback
Pros:

Very nice. Clean . Relaxing. I have notice that Avani is expanding w a new swimming pool and a deck . Can’t wait to come back

Cons:

Everything was great

2025-01-29 via Nuitee
A
Annabell solo traveller dk
7
Good
2024-12-12 via Nuitee
L
Loic review category business travellers pa
5
Disappointing Experience – Not Worth the Price
Pros:

The rooms are brand new and well decorated

Cons:

I regret to say that our stay at this property did not meet expectations, especially considering the price.

The location is not ideal, as it's in the center of the island, which makes getting around challenging without renting a buggy (which costs between $50–90 per day). Public transport options are limited, so if you're not planning to rent a vehicle, it can be quite tricky to explore the island.

Additionally, the advertised view of the jungle was replaced by construction materials and large machinery. The area was clearly under development, which detracted from the experience.

The check-in time of 3 pm is rather late, and the 10 am check-out is quite early, especially given the ferry schedule (arriving at 9 am and departing at 3 pm). We attempted to negotiate an early check-in or late check-out, given that there were no other bookings before or after us, but our requests were declined and we were asked to pay extra for either option.

The biggest disappointment, however, was the breakfast. For the price of the room, we were only offered a small coffee and a single slice of toast with butter – no tea, juice, fruit, yogurt, or any other variety. When we inquired about additional options, the response was simply "es lo que hay" ("that's all there is"), with a small smile, which felt dismissive.

Given the service, the location, and the overall experience, I would not recommend this property, especially at this price point. There are certainly better options on the island that offer better value for money.

2024-11-17 via Nuitee
J
Joel young couple pa
10
Peace in nature
Pros:

It was beautiful confortable and clean ! Love the attention to detail and the fact that you can get a better rate renting a golf car to explore the island

Cons:

Everything was perfect

2024-10-05 via Nuitee
S
Sara review category business travellers us
9
Great experience, would recommed!
Pros:

We had a great stay in Avani! The place is really new, the staff is amazing and they take great care of their guests. Isaac is a great host and he was always attentive and ready to assist and help with everything. We could contact him at any time through Whatsapp and he was always willing to help. Breakfast was great as well. We rented a golf cart to go around the island, I would recommend it 100%. You can rent it there for $85.00. The accommodation is clean and very comfortable, it is also very nice.

Cons:

We had no hot water in the shower. Unfortunately, there was construction in front of our room (no noise or smell but it wasn't as beautiful). I would say it is a bit overpriced.

2024-07-13 via Nuitee