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In Panama, because of the unpredictable traffic, distance is not calculated by kilometres. The city is relatively small and everything is witin a driving distance.

When there is no traffic, we are 15-25 minutes away from downtown. During traffic hours (6:00-8:00 am, 12:00-1:00 pm and 5:00-7:00 pm) it can take you as much as 45 minutes to an hour. This is true of all neighborhoods in the city.

As we are a small bed & breakfast, our availabilities tend to vary quite often. For the latest availabilities, please click on the Book Now button, in the top menu. This will lead you to our booking engine with our updated availabilities.

The Garmin coordinates are as follows:
N: 09.05.613
W: 79.32.613

Bookings are made through our booking system. To access the booking system, please click on the Book Now button in the top menu. If you have any problems with the booking system, you can always send us an email.

Coconut Lodge is situated in a quiet, residential area known as Las Cumbres. Our Lodge is most suited for R&R (Rest & Relaxation) and as a base to discover the rest of Panama City. If you are looking for nightlife, we can gladly provide or arrange for transportation to the downtown area where you will find the discotheques and bars.

Yes we do. Payments can also be made in cash.

Panamanian Law prohibits smoking in all hotel rooms. However, smoking is allowed outside.

The Garmin coordinates are as follows:
N: 09.05.613
W: 79.32.613

Yes. We offer transportation to and from both airports (Tocumen and Albrook), as well as all major destinations in the city. Rates for transportation (one way) are the following:
City Transfer Drop-Off or Pick-Up: $25
Airport Transfer Drop-Off or Pick-Up: $40
Special transportation (outside city limits, or full-day transportation) can also be arranged.

The easiest way to get to Coconut Lodge is to arrange for transportation with us. (See Above). To arrange transportation, please provide us with your flight information. This can be done through the booking system or by email correspondence.

Taxis are also a possibility and charge similar rates. However, as in any major city in the world, we ask that you be cautious. Negotiate a rate beforehand. If your taxi driver doesn’t know where Coconut Lodge is, please have him call us. We will gladly give the driver directions.

If you are coming from the Airport:
Exit the airport and drive towards Panama Centro. After about 5 minutes., you will pass MetroMall (big beige shopping mall) on your right, followed by a Delta Gaz Station. Exit right (right after the Delta) where it says “Club de Golf”. Follow the road for 5 minutes until you pass “Brisas del Golf” on your right. Continue past Brisas to the highway (Corredor Norte). Once you pay the $1.25 toll, (do not take the”PYCSA” lane (far right) as it is only for Pycsa card holders), continue until you see the “Las Cumbres” exit on your right hand side. (We suggest that you stay in the right lane, as the Exit Sign is only viewable at the last possible minute). Pay the $0.50 toll and exit “Tinajitas”. You are now on Transistmica. Continue on Transistmica for about 5 minutes, until you pass the Avalon Hotel (on your left) and a pedestrian bridge. Take the first roundabout on your left (going back towards Panama City) and the first street on your right. Turn right again and follow “Calle del Lago” until the end. You will pass big houses and a lake on your right. At the end of the street, turn left then right into “Colonial Las Cumbres”. Then, take the second street on your right. Coconut Lodge will be the third (last) house on the left-hand side.

If you are coming from dowtown (not Corredor Norte)
Take Transistmica going towards Colon. You will pass Los Andes Shopping Mall, Milla 8 plaza (McDonalds). Continue on Transitmica until you see the Avalon Hotel (on your left) and a pedestrian bridge. Take the first roundabout on your left (going back towards Panama City) and the first street on your right. Turn right again and follow “Calle del Lago” until the end. You will pass big houses and a lake on your right. At the end of the street, turn left then right into “Colonial Las Cumbres”. Then, take the second street on your right. Coconut Lodge will be the third (last) house on the left-hand side.

If you are coming from donwtown (through Corredor Norte)
Take Corredor Norte towards “Tinajitas”. Exit “Las Cumbres” (you will see the IDAAN building). You are now on Transistmica. Follow the previous directions.

Currently, the transportation system is in transition in Panama. We cannot reccomend that you take the Diablo Rojo (old bus system), as they are quite careless with their driving and are slowly being phased out. This system is more trouble than it is worth. Diablo Rojo means Red Devil and that is an accurate description.

As for the newer bus system (Metro Bus), it ressembles North American transportation. There is a Metro Bus stop not too far from the Lodge, however to board the bus, you need a previously acquired bus card.

All rooms at Coconut Lodge include full gourmet breakfast, afternoon snack, use of facilities and complimentary Wi-Fi.

The meal service (Lunch and Supper) is offered at the Lodge for a nominal fee. Lunch will set you back around $10 . Supper will set you back $18 per person. Supper includes appetizer, main course, drink and dessert.

We cater to dietary restrictions and only asked to be warned beforehand, to allow us the appropiate time to plan the menu. lf you are planning on having supper at the Lodge, we also asked to be warned in advance.

We offer transportation to and from the city, airport, and all major sights. For more information, please select “transportation” in the left menu.

We are a family of 3 (example), looking to book a room at your Lodge. How much for the three of us?

We have four different but equally beautiful rooms at Coconut Lodge, each with a different base price.:
Sol de la Tarde: $100.00, (+ 10% tourism tax)
Coral Sereno: $100.00, (+ 10% tourism tax)
Cafe con Leche: $100.00, (+ 10% tourism tax)
Casa Bambu: $120.00, (+ 10% tourism tax)
These prices are double base, meaning it is the price for two people. Rates for extra people are as following:
Adult: $35
Child: $25
So, if you are a couple with a young child renting Sol de la Tarde, your rate would be: $100 + $25 = $125 ( +10% tourism tax),

Yes, unlike some other countries in Latin America, tap water is safe to drink in Panama. In 2010, there was a short period where water was not suitable for consumption, howevever this was due to an unprecedented amount of rain. In the unlikely event that this should happen again, we will let you know.

In Panama, the official currency is the Balboa. However, the Balboa only exists in coins. Its value is always on par with the American Dollar. Both currencies are accepted in Panama.

As with all major cities, Panama City has a few areas that are best avoided. However, in general it is a safe city, free from petty crimes. As long as you use common sense, and avoid certain areas, you should be fine.