The Westin Playa Bonita Panama

Hotels
Westin
8.8 (701 reviews)
Km 6 Camino de Veracruz, Ciudad de Panama , Playa Bonita Village , pa

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great service
Lovely location
Cons:
Limited amenities
Food variety issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.29
Some reviews note issues with the overall maintenance of the hotel.
Service
10
Exceptional service from staff, particularly mentioned for the pool bar.
Location
9.26
Location was enjoyed by guests, contributing to a positive experience.
Room Quality
8.8
Rooms described as comfortable, but some issues with noise were mentioned.
Amenities
7.75
Limited kids' options and other amenities noted as lacking or outdated.
Value for Money
8.78
Value perceived as below expectations, especially for dining options.
Food and Beverage
8.24
Mixed reviews on food quality and variety, especially for kid-friendly options.
Overall Experience
9.29
Overall satisfaction was good despite some noted downsides.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 03:57

Property Description

Luxurious Beachfront Property:
Located on Playa Bonita Beach, The Westin Playa Bonita Panama offers stunning Pacific Ocean views and is surrounded by lush rainforest, providing a serene and picturesque setting for your stay.

Amenities Galore:
Enjoy a range of amenities including a 24-hour gym, outdoor pool, and a sensory spa sponsored, perfect for relaxation and rejuvenation during your stay. With 6 restaurants on-site, offering a variety of cuisines from Pan-Asian to Mediterranean, your dining experience is sure to be a delight.

Convenient Location:
Situated just 20 minutes from Panama City, The Westin Playa Bonita Panama offers easy access to both city attractions and natural wonders. With the airport a mere 8 km away, your vacation can start promptly upon arrival.

Book your stay at The Westin Playa Bonita Panama now for an unforgettable beachfront experience!

Important information:

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: PTY

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and costs USD 15.95 per 24 hours.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 701 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.29
Service: 10
Location: 9.26
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 7.75
Value for Money: 8.78
Food and Beverage: 8.24
Overall Experience: 9.29
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Comandante G solo_traveller ar
4
Lindo hotel, administración caótica
Pros:

Nos sirvió para nuestro objetivo de estadía en un Hotel con piscina para relax y estar cerca de la ciudad para visitarlas. Varias piscinas agradables, se consiguen poltronas. Buen servicio de toallas.

Cons:

Administración desastrosa. Nos cobraron por acceder a la habitación antes del horario de check in, nos enviaron a una habitación sucia. Nos asignaron otra habitación y otro día nos dejan por debajo de la puerta una nota diciendo que deberíamos mudarnos porque la iban a mantener. Nos envían a otra habitación y ¡estaba sucia!!!, descontrol total. Pedí hablar con el Gerente del hotel, pero nos lo negaron. Solo pude hablar con el Gerente de Recepción (el responsable del caos) quién nos envió a una amplia suite con vista al mar, pero no nos interesan las habitaciones tan grandes, ni pagamos por la vista, no es de nuestro interés. Nos devolvieron el cargo por acceso antes del check in. Los tragos, otra desilución. No te ilusiones con el nombre de "Playa Bonita", el sitio donde está ubicado el hotel, la playa es horrible: piedras y barro.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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MSU88Traveler Couples Atlanta, Georgia
8
14th Anniversary Trip
Pros:

June 2026
My husband and I chose this hotel to stay during our anniversary trip this year. This location was not that far from the airport and had good reviews. Overall, the hotel was clean. Our room was nice and had a great view. The staff was excellent, very warm and welcoming. The food was good. It was the off season so there were not a lot of guests there. The steakhouse, Tierra de Fuego, was good and the food was really good. The service was EXCELLENT! I want to give kudos and a shout out to Analidis, she was great and made my husband and I feel like family. There was a young lady at the pool bar during our stay they gave exceptional service as well, Nilka, she was an absolute sweetheart. I also want to shout out the bellman out front that was equally as warm, friendly and helpful, George (Geraldo). We love great service. We also got a couple’s massage at the spa and that nice as well and the service was really good.

The hotel is a little dated and could use a little extra love and maintenance. The pools weren’t clean and the beach is ok. This hotel is off the beaten path and a nice quiet place to stay if you want to relax and get away. BEWARE of the No See-ems! They are small mosquitoes, they bite and are real and they will get you. Make sue you use bug spray! Overall, this is a very decent place to stay.

2026-06-30 via Tripadvisor
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Sherpa29196064690 Family
6
Local Teens DayCamp tookover the entire pools
Pros:

The resort is dated but has great pools. When we arrived on Saturday, there was like 100 local teens doing a day camp activities with some day pass visitors which made the experience was mostly like a public pool. Very noisy dirty and messy with tons of backpacks / sandles everywhere. We even lost our special ball which we purchased from our last trip at Costa Rica at the pool and lost my mercredi cap at the lobby that afternoon. Someone simply took it. We looked every where outselves, just couldn’t find it. Report it to hotel right away, however we never had any further respond.

Buffet lunch was basic and dinnee was poor quality so made it expensive. I can understand its made to the All-inclusive thourist at cheaper package price but totally not to the standard for how much we were asked to pay in Panama. (We stayed in 5 other 5-star hotel this trip.)

Coffee was a dispointment. We bought two Cappuccinos, one came in room temperature, one came in warm. I was there watching them making it. When I told the young staff it’s not hot, the older staff simply put it right back to microwave!!!

On top of that, we all go biten up by some small Mosquitos.

Will not go back again.

2026-06-30 via Tripadvisor
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Erick family_with_children gt
8
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Juan family_with_children uy
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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kirksZ912DB Family
10
Movie Night at Westin Playa Bonita Panama!!
Pros:

Nice evening family movie with Eduardo!

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor
5
58zackaryh Business
10
Great food and great service!
Pros:

The food provided was amazing and the services was outstanding.

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor
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amandasH8287WA Business
10
Awsome staff awsome food.
Pros:

The staff were so kind and accommodating. Bryan, Aldain, Emma, and Maria are the best! They offered quick and clean service. Plus the food was delicious.

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor
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brandongN3058LR Business
10
10/10 experience
Pros:

Very respectful amazing view and amazing people !

Also the DJ Luque best DJ HANDS DOWN !!!

2026-06-29 via Tripadvisor
8
8la4 Solo travel
10
Resort just outside of Panamá City
Pros:

The Westin was a great introduction to Panamá. I only stayed 1 night but wish I had stayed longer. The hotel is clean and has a few restaurant options. The staff is very customer service oriented. It’s located on the beach… it’s not the prettiest beach ever but it is decent. I was able to see a beautiful sunrise and loved seeing the ships line up for canal transit. The food was decent. The one note is that there is nothing but a few resorts in the area so if you want shopping or nightlife this might not be your place.

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
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G9408PDchristianm Business
10
Amazing Resort
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at The Westin Playa Bonita. The resort is beautiful, the rooms are comfortable, and the overall service was outstanding. A special thank you to Marilyn at Pacífico Restaurant, who went above and beyond to make our dining experience exceptional. She was friendly, attentive, and always greeted us with a smile. Her excellent customer service truly made a difference during our stay. We highly recommend this resort and look forward to returning!

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
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travisp707 Business
10
Westin
Pros:

The service was great...... special shout out to Marilyn she was great

2026-06-27 via Tripadvisor
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Lina family_with_children co
10
Absolutamente espectacular
Pros:

Me encantaron las instalaciones, el ambiente, el servicio, la comida. Tiene todo lo de un resort sin la complicación de tener que recorrer largas distancias para cualquier cosa. Nos encantó caminar en las mañanas en la playa, hay una linda vida marina y la vista de los barcos de día y de noche encantadora
Todo es fácil en este hotel. En la temporada en que vinimos, aunque no había mucha gente, pudimos acceder a todos los servicios y programación de temporada alta
Aunque no es en la ciudad, está solo a 15 minutos de lo más llamativo de la misma. Hay una paz que da el entorno y puedes acceder a lo mejor de la ciudad fácilmente. Nos dieron habitación con vista al mar a pesar de que la reserva era vista al jardín

Cons:

No tengo ninguna queja

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Excursion792189 Family
10
TOTALLY AMAZING
Pros:

We are celebrating both my mom’s birthday and my birthday, and Enrique made this celebration truly unforgettable. His service was, without a doubt, the best we’ve experienced at any restaurant during our trip. He was incredibly attentive, thoughtful, and paid attention to every little detail, making sure we always had everything we needed before we even had to ask.

Enrique’s professionalism, warm personality, and genuine care for his guests really stood out. He went above and beyond to make our celebration feel special, and his exceptional service made our dining experience one we’ll always remember.

I sincerely hope Enrique receives the recognition he deserves. Outstanding employees like him are rare, and he is a tremendous asset to the restaurant. Thank you, Enrique, for making our birthdays so memorable!

2026-06-26 via Tripadvisor
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arturohE8293UO Business
10
Service
Pros:

The service is always nice, specially the buffet service for breakfast and lunch. Marilyn Gozalez, Carmen, and Enrique are always attentive to one’s needs.

2026-06-25 via Tripadvisor
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Paulandrea.Useche solo_traveller co
8
Pros:

El lugar realmente maravilloso Pero como turista y persona que también trabaja en el sector de hotelería y turismo Considero que es importante que revalúen el poder brindarle carga a los celulares de los huéspedes y clientes dentro de los restaurantes.

Cons:

Que nos quedamos muy poquito tiempo... jajajjaja

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Deshae couple us
7
decent
Pros:

the pool and the bar area.

Cons:

shared bathrooms weren't clean
the breakfast bar was often cold

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Expedition553033 Family
10
Best time at Westin
Pros:

An outstanding service by the entire Marriott Westin hotel team. The food was amazing, the rooms very comfortable, and the staff went out of their way to ensure we had a amazing time. Thank you Enrique Lastip for making my mother-in-law a great birthday celebration.

2026-06-23 via Tripadvisor
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870colleenj Family
10
Great service from Alina!
Pros:

Alina our server for breakfast was very friendly, helpful and attentive.

2026-06-23 via Tripadvisor
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ayadgar Family South Orange, New Jersey
10
Great hospitality
Pros:

Alina in the breakfast hall was amazing. My kids loved her.

2026-06-23 via Tripadvisor