Dreams Playa Bonita All Inclusive
Playa Bonita, Veracruz, Panamá
Quick Facts
Check-in
3:00 PM
Check-out
12:00 PM
Pets
Not allowed
Kids
Welcome — complimentary Explorer's Club
Pool
Yes
WiFi
Free
Parking
Available
A/C
Included
Breakfast
Included
Gym
Yes
Spa
Yes
Location
Address: KM 7, Road to Veracruz, Playa Bonita, Panamá
Area: Playa Bonita
Playa Bonita is a protected Pacific bay, 20 km west of Miraflores. A quiet, forested area with low urban density — the perfect contrast to Panama City's noise. The area is safe, home mainly to residential complexes and resorts. There are no supermarkets or shops within walking distance: the hotel is self-contained, which is exactly the point if you want to disconnect.
Distances
| ✈️ Tocumen Airport | 42 km · ~45 min by taxi or Uber |
| ✈️ Albrook (domestic) | 18 km · ~25 min by taxi |
| 🚕 Taxi from Tocumen | B/.28–35 from Tocumen · B/.15–20 from Albrook |
How to get there
- 🚕 Taxi: Available at the airport, approx. B/.28–35 from Tocumen · B/.15–20 from Albrook
- 🚗 Uber: App available in Panama, usually more affordable
- 🚌 Transfer: Check with the hotel for transfer service
Rooms
Deluxe Tropical View
B/.189–250/nightDeluxe Ocean View
B/.230–310/nightPreferred Club Junior Suite
B/.320–450/nightHoneymoon Suite
B/.480–650/nightFacilities
Pools
5 pools: infinity pool facing the sea, main pool with swim-up bar, children's pool (Explorer's Club), Preferred Club pool (exclusive guests), quiet adults pool
Restaurants
5 restaurants: Seaside (international buffet, 3 meals/day), Portofino (Italian à la carte, dinner), Himitsu (Asian fusion, dinner), El Patio (Mexican, lunch and dinner), Oceano (Pacific seafood, dinner)
Bars
4 bars: Swim-up bar at main pool, Barracuda Beach Bar on the beach, Desires Music Lounge (nights), Preferred Club Lounge (exclusive)
Spa
Renew Spa — 12 treatment cabins, hot stone massages, facials, body treatments, sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy pool. Basic access included for guests.
Gym
24h Fitness Center with Technogym equipment, oceanfront yoga classes (mornings), TRX, cardio and free weights
Kids Club
Explorer's Club (ages 4–12): supervised activities 9 AM–6 PM, crafts, water games, kids cooking. Core Zone for teens (13–17). Both free with all-inclusive.
Business Center
Business Center with printers, meeting room for 20 people, business WiFi. Secretary service available.
Beach Access
Private 400-meter Playa Bonita beach with fine white sand. Free loungers and umbrellas, beach drink service, kayaks and paddle boards included in all-inclusive.
Nearby Attractions
Panama Canal — Miraflores Locks
CultureThe world's most famous locks, with an interactive museum where you can watch ships pass from ocean to ocean. Panama's most visited site. Absolutely worth it even if you've seen it in photos.
🚗 25 min by car
Casco Viejo (San Felipe)
CulturePanama City's colonial historic district, declared a World Heritage Site. Top-tier restaurants, rooftop bars with skyscraper views, art galleries and 17th-century Spanish architecture. The contrast between colonial and modern skyline is unique in the world.
🚗 30 min by car
Parque Natural Metropolitano
NatureTropical rainforest inside the city — the only one of its kind in a Latin American capital. Trails of 1–5 km, monkeys, toucans and sloths you can spot from the path. Entry B/.5. Best visited early before the heat.
🚗 28 min by car
Causeway de Amador
NatureA 3 km waterfront walkway connecting 4 Pacific islands with a direct view of the Canal and Panama's skyline. Restaurants, bars, bike path and the starting point for boat tours to Naos, Flamenco and Perico islands. Spectacular at sunset.
🚗 22 min by car
Biomuseo
CultureDesigned by Frank Gehry — the only one in Latin America. Explains how the rise of the Panama isthmus changed the planet's biodiversity. Iconic architecture, exhibits in Spanish and English. Tue–Sun, 10 AM–4 PM, B/.22.
🚗 22 min by car
Isla Taboga
BeachThe 'Island of Flowers' — ferry from Amador in 45 min. Calm beach, charming village, excellent shrimp ceviche. No cars, no noise. Perfect for a full day of sun and sea. Ferry departs at 8:30 AM and 3 PM, returns at 4:30 PM.
🚗 45 min by car
Mi Pueblito
CultureReplica of traditional villages from Panama's 3 regions — interior, Afro-Caribbean and indigenous. Original crafts, Kuna molas, polleras and painted hats. The best place to buy authentic souvenirs without haggling.
🚗 28 min by car
Gamboa Rainforest (Tour)
NatureHalf-day tour into the heart of the Canal rainforest. You can see marmoset monkeys, iguanas, caimans and over 900 bird species. The historic Canal train passes through here. Hotel organizes tours from B/.75/person.
🚗 50 min by car
Playa Coronado
BeachThe most popular dark-sand beach among Panamanians for weekends. Surf, fresh seafood and a relaxed local vibe. Less than 1 hour from the hotel — ideal if you want to switch beaches.
🚗 55 min by car
Multiplaza Pacific Mall
ShoppingPanama City's premium mall — Zara, Mango, Apple Store, international restaurants and cinema. For when you need air conditioning and a decent coffee at midday.
🚗 25 min by car
Dining
🍽️ Hotel restaurants
Seaside
7:00 AM – 10:00 PMInternational buffet
The resort's main restaurant, with live cooking stations: sushi, grilled meats, pastas, salads, artisanal desserts. Breakfast with Pacific views is the highlight — arrive early to get a terrace table.
Portofino
6:00 PM – 10:30 PMItalian à la carte
House-made fresh pastas, risottos and meats. Intimate candlelit setting. Book a day ahead — it's the most in-demand. The truffle risotto and panna cotta are the standouts.
Himitsu
6:00 PM – 10:30 PMAsian fusion (Japanese-Thai)
Sushi, sashimi, pad thai, live wok and tempura. The lobster rolls are the star dish. Lounge music atmosphere makes it ideal for couples.
El Patio
12:00 PM – 10:30 PMContemporary Mexican
Cochinita pibil tacos, molcajete guacamole, craft margaritas. The liveliest spot at the resort, especially on Friday nights with live music.
Oceano
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM (Tue to Sun)Pacific seafood
The best of the Panamanian sea: corvina, shrimp, octopus and lobster. Direct beach view. The tiger's milk shrimp ceviche is the resort's best dish.
📍 Nearby restaurants
Mi Ranchito
Traditional Panamanian food · B/.8–18/person
Restaurante Pencas
Panamanian seafood and meats · B/.12–25/person
Casco Viejo (múltiples opciones)
International, cevicherías, rooftop bars · B/.15–45/person
Who is this hotel for?
The free Explorer's Club and Core Zone, dedicated children's pool, buffet with kids options and a protected beach with gentle waves keep children fully entertained while parents rest.
The Honeymoon Suite, Renew Spa, intimate à la carte restaurants, the sunset from the infinity pool and the semi-private beach make this the most romantic resort near Panama City.
While there's a business center and meeting rooms, the resort is leisure-oriented. For work trips with a packed schedule, a hotel in Marbella or Punta Pacífica is more convenient.
Ideal if you want total disconnection. The all-inclusive removes decisions and the resort has enough social life at the beach bar. However, it can feel a bit couples-oriented — depends on what you're after.
Weddings, bachelorette parties and corporate incentive groups are the specialty. The resort handles events of 20–300 people with a dedicated coordinator. Group rates with discounts from 10 rooms.
Seasonal Prices
| Season | Months | Approx. price |
|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ Low | May – November (rainy season) | B/.189–280/night per double room |
| ☀️ High | December – April (dry season) | B/.280–650/night per double room |
💡 Booking tip
Book 45–60 days ahead for Easter week and Christmas — December sells out especially fast. For the rainy season (May–November), prices drop up to 35% and the resort is much less crowded. Rains in Panama are typically in the afternoon — mornings are sunny.
Reviews
777 verified reviews
What guests say
“The infinity pool at sunset is out of this world. We brought our kids aged 5 and 8 and the Explorer's Club kept them busy all day. The Panamanian staff is incredibly warm.”
— María G. · Booking.com · March 2026
“Perfect for our honeymoon. We got the jacuzzi suite and arrived to find the bed decorated with petals and champagne. The Oceano restaurant has the best shrimp ceviche I've ever had.”
— Andrés & Valentina · TripAdvisor · February 2026
“The all-inclusive is worth every penny. We ate at all 5 restaurants, took sunrise yoga classes and still had time for the spa. 45 minutes from the airport — perfect for arriving on day one without stress.”
— Roberto M. · Google Reviews · January 2026
“The beach is calm and the sand is very fine for the Pacific. The only downside: some maintenance details in the room could be better for a 5-star. The service makes up for everything.”
— Carolina P. · Booking.com · April 2026
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