Blu Beach Club
Pools, gym, event halls, and direct beach access (some areas still under development).
Caribbean
Playa Escondida Resort & Marina
Our exclusive Caribbean retreat
~75 km / ~1 h from Panama City
Official Caribbean resort in Costa Arriba (Colón), ~75 km from Panama City via a private mountain road. The master plan on playaescondidaresort.com includes Beach Front Apartments, Arenas, Oasis, Marina, and Lagoon Village, plus Blu Beach Club, Ocho Nudos, Dolce Escondida, Casa Grande, crystal beaches, private islands, and sports courts.
~75 km from Panama City
Blu Beach Club & Ocho Nudos
Five residential clusters
Private islands & marina
Your Guide to the Playa Escondida Area
Everything you need to know about the Playa Escondida area: beach access, snorkeling, nearby villages, local restaurants, transportation, and safety tips for the Caribbean coast.
At the resort
Official Costa Arriba resort — ~75 km / ~1 h from Panama City (private mountain road)
Five clusters: Beach Front Apartments, Arenas, Oasis, Marina & Lagoon Village
6+ dining options: Kayuko, Ocho Nudos, Dolce, Wahoo's Bar, Smokey's Joe & Sushi Bar
Blu Beach Club & Casa Grande — pools, gym, and social hub
Marina, Grand Lagoon, Aqua Park, padel & spa
Crystal beaches, Paradise Beach & private islands (Johnny Cay / boat)
PERM certified rental program (playaescondidaresort.com/alquileres)
~12 mi before Portobelo — ideal base for San Blas & Costa Arriba
Resort villages & apartments
Beach Front Apartments
Exclusive ocean-view apartments from 111 m² (1–4 bedrooms, terrace, full kitchen).
Arenas Village
Homes on the front row facing the Caribbean.
Oasis Village
Exclusive villa area with a calm, family-friendly atmosphere.
Marina Village
Setting directly on Playa Escondida marina.
Lagoon Village
Two villa styles set around the lagoon.
Day trips from Playa Escondida
Portobelo — UNESCO forts & Black Christ
UNESCO colonial port: 17th-century forts, Black Christ church, and waterfront seafood.
Guna Yala islands (San Blas)
Archipelago of white-sand islands and turquoise water — Guna culture, snorkeling, and pristine beaches.
Isla Mamey
Palm-fringed island off the coast — snorkeling and picnic trips from the resort marina.
Isla Linton & mangroves
Historic bay island with trails and birdlife — pair with diving or kayak outings.
Playa Escondida resort experiences
Casa Grande Club
Social club with pools, family areas, cinema, karaoke, and youth lounge (per project phase).
Marina Playa Escondida
Boutique marina with boat departures to private islands and Caribbean nautical destinations.
Spa
Luxury spa with wellness and beauty treatments (aciertopanama.com).
Padel Court
On-property padel court — active afternoons without leaving the resort.
La Tiendita
Resort convenience shop for snacks and basics during your stay.
Resort dining
Six dining options at Playa Escondida — Kayuko, Ocho Nudos, Dolce, Wahoo's, and more on the Caribbean.
Kayuko Bar & RestaurantOceanfront clubhouse restaurant with international cuisine, whole fish, and a poolside wet bar.Ocho NudosMediterranean-Caribbean fine dining by the marina — seafood, pasta, and wine list.Dolce Escondida Café & GelateriaCafé, desserts, and artisan gelato for post-beach afternoons.Wahoo's Bar (Johnny Cay)Tropical bar on a private resort island via an overwater walkway — Caribbean cocktails.Smokey's Joe Bar Food TruckCasual food truck for snacks and informal outdoor dishes.Sushi BarJapanese cuisine option on property (published by developer Acierto Panamá).
What our guests say
"Excellent stay — I loved the apartment, amenities, and facilities. We will definitely be back. Outstanding host, highly recommended."
"Impressive — every detail worth it, all high level."
"Everything was amazing. The house was amazing. Juan Carlos and his partner were always attentive and willing to help. The house is fully equipped with everything you need. Maybe I would add a few more blankets for the cold, but everything else was spectacular! Thank you both for making this a great weekend — I'll definitely go back!"
"Great experience. Excellent location. Juan Carlos is super attentive and available for any questions."
"A very nice apartment! Highly recommended for large groups."
"The apartment matches all the descriptions in the listing. Very spacious, tidy, clean, and with all the amenities. The team was very friendly and responded quickly. The place is definitely worth it."
"Everything was great; they were very attentive to everything. We were all very pleased with the accommodation. Thank you for hosting us."
"Excellent stay as always — it is always a great experience to come, even more so with Juan Carlos's service."
"Excellent place in the best area of Playa Escondida! Everything you need for a large family or group of friends, with spacious and comfortable rooms and a lot of security. We love Playa Escondida and this time the accommodation exceeded our expectations — the apartment is super equipped, all new appliances and very comfortable."
"Very grateful to the hosts. All communication was seamless. Excellent property and well equipped for large family groups."
"Excellent accommodation and very good communication with the hosts."
"Juan Carlos and his team were very responsive to our every need. The apartment is in pristine condition, with brand new high-quality appliances. There is lots of room for everyone, and each bedroom has an in-suite bathroom. Bath/beach towels, cooking supplies, TVs, linens, and incredible views are all notable features. Playa Escondida resort is very relaxing, well managed, and a great place to escape the city."
"Everything was beautiful, the apartment was practically new, everything was neat and super comfortable. 100% recommended."
Practical Information
Where to eat
8 Nudos
Mediterranean and Seafood
Mediterranean fine dining and seafood next to the Playa Escondida marina.
Dolce Escondida
Cafeteria / Desserts
Cafeteria and artisanal gelateria perfect for refreshing afternoons.
Kayuco Restaurant
International / Caribbean
Beach club restaurant with ocean views and international food.
Smokey's Joe Bar Food Truck
Food truck / Casual
Resort casual food truck — snacks and informal dishes.
Sushi Bar
Japanese / Sushi
Japanese cuisine and sushi inside the Caribbean resort.
Wahoo's Bar
Bar / Tropical cocktails
Tropical bar on a private resort island — overwater walkway.
What to do
Snorkeling & Diving
Explore Panama's coral reefs and incredible marine life. From the Caribbean to Coiba on the Pacific, discover sea turtles, tropical fish, whale sharks, and coral formations in crystal-clear waters.
San Blas Islands
Day trip to the paradisiacal San Blas Islands, home of the indigenous Guna Yala people. 365 white-sand islands with palm trees, impossibly turquoise waters, and a fascinating ancestral culture.
Portobelo Colonial Forts
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage colonial forts in Portobelo: San Jerónimo, Santiago, and San Fernando. These fortifications guarded the gold and silver flowing from the New World, coveted by pirates like Drake and Morgan. A 2-4 hour immersion into colonial history and the gold trade.
Portobelo Snorkeling Tour
Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Portobelo Bay and discover coral reefs full of colorful marine life. A guided half-day tour perfect for the whole family. You will spot schools of tropical fish, vibrant corals, and occasionally sea turtles. All equipment is included.
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