Cheap hotels in Panama

Secret Paradise Panama is set in Panama, 12 km from Kudumbigala Monastery and 13 km from Crocodile Rock, in an area where hiking can be enjoyed.

Aleksandra

From

Poland

Close to a wild beach. Amazing food and really welcoming owner.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Location 10.0

Price from

US$26.01

1 night, 2 adults

Mango Villa - Panama Near Arugam Bay

Situated within 7.8 km of Elephant Rock and 11 km of Crocodile Rock, Mango Villa - Panama Near Arugam Bay features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Panama.

Harm

From

Netherlands

During our two months in Sri Lanka and despite 5 days of straight rain, this was our favourite stay. The road to Panama was a safari in itself, with a 2.5 meter monitor lizard, crocodile ponds, scores of gray langurs and stunning views. We visited outside the tourist season so we were the only tourists in the village, which sports some lovely beaches, a lake with many crocodiles, charming rice fields and lagoons, friendly locals, affordable local restaurants and good access to the Kumana national park. The room is charming and clean and had everything we needed (though if you are very attached to hot showers you won't find one here). What made the stay so special though was the wonderful family who runs it. Their hospitality is genuine and our walks in the neighbourhood and evening talks thought us so much. Their cooking is fantastic, with many ingredients from their own garden and including original Sri Lankan dishes you won't find on any restaurant menu. It is people who live from their heart like them that form the true treasure of Sri Lanka. The only problem with this place is that if you spend too much time here, you don't want to leave anymore.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Location 9.0

Price from

US$26.66

1 night, 2 adults

Wild Edge Panama - Kumana Safari Lodge

Located 10 km from Elephant Rock, Wild Edge Panama - Kumana Safari Lodge offers free bikes, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

Brooke

From

Australia

This is THE place to stay if you are interested in safaris within Kumana NP. We had an exceptional driver (as good an animal spotter as our guide!). We were lucky enough to have Sam as our guide. He is a BBC wildlife videographer and knew so much about the animals and their behaviours. It gave us the best chance of having so many great leopard/animal encounters. The food and hotel staff was also fantastic. If I come back to Sri Lanka I would skip Yala and come here for a few nights more. There is no mobile signal in Kumana to alert other drivers to where wildlife is so usually the leopard encounters are just yourself and no-one else. Just note - the national park is still about 45 min drive away from the hotel and Panama is a quiet place (more peaceful than Arugum Bay). Its def not a party place like Arugum bay. Safaris are from 5am until about 6.30pm. I would also recommend maybe bringing a neck buff and protection for expensive camera equipment (towel to cover). There is a lot of dust that kicks up off the road.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Location 9.2

Price from

US$110

1 night, 2 adults

Nilana beach cabana

Hotel in Panama

Located in Panama, a few steps from Peanut Farm Beach, Nilana beach cabana provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace.

Rebekka

From

Germany

The cabanas are super unique and right on the beach. Waking up to the sound of the ocean and a tasty breakfast is amazing. Just a short walk down the beach there’s a surf spot with restaurants and board rentals. It’s the perfect place if you’re looking for something a bit different and really special. Would definitely recommend! There’s a bus going to Panama from Arugam Bay and the owner of the property helped me to get a tuktuk taxi to the Cabana, so it was no problem that I don’t have a vehicle.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Location 9.2

Price from

US$16.38

1 night, 2 adults

Wild Waves Kumana Safari & Surf Resort Hotel - Panama Near Arugam Bay

Situated in Panama, 10 km from Elephant Rock, Wild Waves Kumana Safari & Surf Resort Hotel - Panama Near Arugam Bay features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

Chukwuebuka

From

Abkhazia

Great stay for us. The team that run the hotel were really good. Swimming on the Panama beach every morning before breakfast was magic, the food was great. The room facilities were great as well. This is the nearest hotel resort to the Kumana National Park entrance. Few mins drive to the Arugam Bay Surfing beach. We will be back!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Location 8.2

Price from

US$40.10

1 night, 2 adults

7 Day Resort

7 Day Resort has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Arugam Bay. The property is situated 50 metres from Pasarichenai Beach, 1.1 km from Crocodile Rock and 5.8 km from Muhudu Maha Viharaya.

Liyanage

From

Sri Lanka

It was very clean, beautiful, very attentive and cheerful staff. Prices were a great value and the beach was right by the place. Overall, Great experience. Would recommend!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Location 8.0

Price from

US$36

1 night, 2 adults

Arugam Bay Beach Morea

Located in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Pasarichenai Beach, Arugam Bay Beach Morea provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

Arnaud

From

Switzerland

This place is a true gem. If you’re lucky enough to book it do it. The location is a 10/10, you can sleep to the wave noise. The host is really nice and will help you with anything.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Location 9.0

Price from

US$9

1 night, 2 adults

Amwaj Blue Cabana Arugambay

Located in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Pasarichenai Beach, Amwaj Blue Cabana Arugambay provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Matej

From

Slovakia

Clean and new. This was the best accomodation in Sri Lanka that I have been to

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

Location 8.6

Price from

US$9

1 night, 2 adults

Azeer's

Offering a private beach area and sea view, Azeer's is located in Arugam Bay, a few steps from Pasarichenai Beach and 4 km from Crocodile Rock.

Sophie

From

Germany

A hidden gem! My husband and me loved this place. The host is very welcoming and will help with anything. We've been there for a whole month and couldn't ask for more: fully equipped kitchen, sleeping room with air con, an own backyard with lots of palm trees, beautiful sunrises and a big deck upstairs. The house is actually at the beach, so you can watch the ocean anytime. Highly recommend if you are looking for a quiet and peaceful place.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Location 9.9

Price from

US$50

1 night, 2 adults

Hangten's Surf Skate Hostel

Set in Arugam Bay, 300 metres from Pasarichenai Beach, Hangten's Surf Skate Hostel offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant.

Filip

From

Czech Republic

I came to this place by chance as a first time guest and couldn't have decided on a better place to stay. This place has absolutely everything i needed and even more (skate bowl, surfboard rent,delicious food, transport to surf breaks, good vibe ,clean accommodation and I could go on ....) The best hotel I've been to in my travels around Asia 🤙😜

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Location 8.9

Price from

US$24

1 night, 2 adults