Melissa

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132 total reviews · 7 listings · 2 locations

96% rated 5★

132 reviews

4.96

2017–2026

Cleanliness 4.9

Accuracy 5.0

Communication 5.0

Location 4.8

Check-in 5.0

Value 4.8

132 reviews

Casa Bonita

Grace

Excellent, 1 month ago

Casa Bonita was a wonderful home base for our week in Panama. We traveled as a large family group celebrating a milestone birthday, and the space handled us beautifully — plenty of room to spread out, comfortable bedrooms, balconies to enjoy in the morning, and a kitchen that made group meals easy. The staff deserve a special mention. They were warm, attentive, and genuinely made our stay better. Communication throughout was smooth and everything was ready for us when we arrived. If you're traveling with a big group and want somewhere that feels like a home rather than a hotel, this is it. Thank you for having us — we made great memories here!

We had a wonderful stay at PH Casa Bonita! The property was beautiful, clean, and exactly as described. The views were absolutely stunning, and we loved being so close to Playa Bonita while still having easy access to Panama City. The condo was spacious and comfortable for our girls’ trip, and the amenities made it easy to relax and enjoy our time together. The hosts were responsive, helpful, and provided great information before our arrival, which made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. The location was perfect for enjoying both the beach and the city. We especially appreciated the peaceful atmosphere, beautiful pools, and the sense of security throughout the property. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Panama City who wants a relaxing resort-style experience with gorgeous views and convenient access to everything Panama has to offer.

Our family of 5 (2 teenagers and grandma) felt right at home from the minute we walked in! Leading up to the trip, Melissa ensured we had all of the relevant information we needed and went above and beyond by providing suggestions for activities while in Panama including contacts and links! Melissa was very responsive and the place was very spacious. We loved the private beach and although it was a bit rocky, there’s a good amount of sandy beach to enjoy. We loved the pearl club next door that included the use of their swimming pool, spa and really nice gym! We also enjoyed having access to the Westin that included the use of Pickleball courts and great restaurants. The apartment was lacking a few basic cooking supplies and did not have a good coffee machine, but otherwise, we would highly recommend Melissa‘s place!

Casa Bonita was a home away from home. It was so spacious, more than enough space for our family of 5. The kids had their own wing, lol! The view from the balcony is amazing. Watched the sunrise every day from it. Kitchen is well stocked and has lots of room to work. When we mentioned needing scissors, they were provided almost instantly! Loved being able to do laundry right in the suite. The rooftop pool is warm and clean with lots of loungers, tables and chairs. It was never busy. The ocean beach had an endless supply of seashells, and so pretty. The water is sometimes very low tide, so you can’t always go in the water, but on other days it was higher. So cool to see the boats waiting to go through the Panama Canal. I would definitely recommend Casa Bonita. We did end up using the Pearl Club. The food at the restaurant was really good there. It cost us $107 for our family for a week. You will need a car or Uber to get around as it is not walkable to any nearby towns or cities.

Great apartment with modern decor and incredible views of the entrance to the Panama Canal. A great host team, always available and always trying, they also organized our airport transfers perfectly. Beautiful complex with the extra possibility to use the Pearl Club, or the restaurants of the neighboring hotel with great buffets, etc. We felt very comfortable and would definitely want to vacation there again. Full recommendation!!!

This was my first time visiting Panama. I will definitely be back. The group of host were amazing!. This is by far one the most beautiful homes I've stayed in. This penthouse is immaculate. The views were amazing. The amount of information that was given for Panama overall was great. The scan code for things to do, restaurants, house information, etc... was a big help. I can go on, on about the total experience of my stay at the penthouse and Panama in general. If you have a group of friends or just want to spoil yourself I recommend staying at Casa Bonita with Melissa. Thank you for everything.

Melissa's place is exceptional. The views are just stunning and we would catch ourselves staring out the windows frequently when in the apartment. And the balcony is a great place to watch ships entering and leaving the canal. The rooftop pool was exceptional and we loved spending lots of time there - it was never crowded!! The location is peaceful and very safe to walk around. it is an easy walk to the Westin and the restaurants there. it is also an inexpensive ride to nearby grocery store, and 5 minutes to a bunch of restaurants at Veracruz beach. We loved everything about this apartment, the building, the property, etc. And Kleriston was simply amazing and helpful throughout our trip. He drove us around and gave us a insider's tour of the area. We had the most amazing Panama vacation and Melissa's place was the highlight of our time. We will totally be back in the future and highly recommend this place. Only complaint we had was the beds were a bit firmer than we like

Host Response

Thank you Colleen! :)

My auntie's and I enjoyed the PH at Playa Bonita.We felt right at home. We would definitely come back to stay. Pros -VERY safe -Very Clean -Breath taking views at any angle of downtown, Panama canal, the ocean, etc. -Comfortable beds, where like sleeping on a cloud. -Peaceful and quiet area -Friendly staff -Well stocked with towels, utensils, pots/ pans and dishes. -Quik and efficient communication from hosts. Cons - Door lock was a big hassle to open every time(I’m not sure if it was the 3 keys provided or the lock) -Should be better stocked with simple staples. Such as sugar, coffee and detergent etc. The location is very remote. Eventhough, Plaza Pacifico is 4 mins away. The Uber had to go all the way around to the opposite entrace(>14 mins away) due to security.

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Mark

Excellent, 1 year ago

We absolutely loved our stay at Casa Bonita. It was as gorgeous as advertised, and we would highly recommend this location to future travelers to Panama. We enjoyed the amenities, the easy access to the beach and the proximity to Panama City and many of the great tourist locations around the city. We easily were able to get to Costco Viejo to Panama City and to other locations we decided to venture out to as well. We found the apartment well stocked with plenty of kitchen utensils if you should decide to make your own meals and very comfortable seating and bedroom furniture.The balcony was an added bonus with an amazing view over the water and the entire property. Once again we highly recommend this unit for future travelers I would be absolutely shocked if someone did not enjoy a stay in this unit.

Melissa place is absolutely beautiful, and she is a fantastic host with awesome communication and many fantastic suggestions. Stepping into the apartment, will make anyone feel like a million dollars. The apartment is squeaky clean, stocked and feels like home. The complex was too quiet for us , but that’s personal preference. However, some of the amenities did not work - which was a bit unfortunate. One of the biggest draws for us was the hot tub and sauna - both did not work for our stay. We ended up paying to use those amenities at the spa nearby. We requested a reasonable refund ( 10%) but Melissa denied our request.

Great apartment, very spacious, super clean, & well stocked. The building and entire area felt very safe, wonderful staff, 3 minute walk from Westin with choice of multiple resto’s. Beach and pool access in less than 5 mins. Having a car is a good idea to explore beyond the complex but there is also the option to book very fun tours with direct pickup & drop off at the apartment. Definitely recommend this property - big thanks to the entire team for a great experience!

I had an absolutely wonderful stay at Melissa’s place! The space was clean, beautifully maintained, and thoughtfully designed for comfort. Melissa was an exceptional host—very responsive, kind, and accommodating throughout my visit. The location was perfect, with easy access to local attractions and everything I needed nearby. I truly felt at home and appreciated the attention to detail that made my stay so relaxing. I highly recommend this Airbnb and would love to stay here again in the future!

After being swindled on AirBNB from another host with our reservation cancelled upon arrival, Melissa literally saved our vacation. Not only did she respond to us at 11pm at night while we were scrambling to find a new space after learning our reservation was cancelled only after arriving in Panama, but she allowed an early check-in the day after our arrival to accommodate my family and I on a Spring Break trip that was about to be disastrous. Casa Bonita is a wonderful building that was well appointed. Beautiful sea views from the home with all the creature comforts one would expect. The beds are comfortable, the unit was squeaky clean, and she even left us a complimentary bottle of wine for us to enjoy upon our arrival. Communication was wonderful! This is a hidden gem outside of the city that provides peace and tranquility, while still only being 18 minutes from city center. Five stars!!!!!

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Anna

Excellent, 2 years ago

Great place to stay! Host was super accommodating to our needs.

The penthouse was truly amazing! We enjoyed our stay at Casa Bonita! Our hosts were on hand in minutes to take care of a blown surge protector, which affected the air conditions in the apartment. It was fixed in no time at all. They checked on us throughout our stay to see how things were going and if we needed anything. We will definitely be back again. Also, I would like to add that we needed to use Uber and it needed to be an Uber XL because we had a family of 5. We had no problems scheduling a car to take us where we needed to go. We also used the In Drive app (you will need to pay the driver cash after your ride) which was easy to use and we never had problems getting someone to drive us where we needed to go.

First, the host was responsive and terrific start to finish. Next, it’s a stunning apartment. The views, light and included amenities were 1st class. Spacious for the 5 adults in our party. Comfortable, clean and stocked with all the tools we needed to make our week at Casa Bonita a success. We went shopping to the Mercado da Mariscos for fresh seafood and cooked two feasts in the well appointed kitchen. Finally the adjacent Westin Hotel,with its pools, restaurants and stand for taxis and Ubers was a real plus. The location is a bit remote but manageable given the accessibility of pretty superb Uber service. We enjoyed the beach and pool and pickleball court. We saw monkeys and sloths and exotic birds in abundance.

Host Response

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a positive review! It means a lot to me that you enjoyed your experience. Thanks again!"

This property was absolutely beautiful. It was so comfortable, quiet, had all the necessary items for cooking, plenty of linens for 6+ people. We had a few electrical/AC issues that were completely out of control of the property. The hosts were so attentive in communications and made sure we were comfortable and resolved the issues promptly as much as they could under the situation. Their issue resolution from the hosts to the owners was absolutely amazing. We were provided a lot of information from grocery shopping, restaurants, activities, amenity choices to adjoining properties. The open kitchen, family room and dining room with beautiful balconies that had the most amazing view of the Panama Canal were just stunning from the 24th floor suite. Our family 6, which included our 89 year old disabled father, whom uses an electric power chair was so accommodating within the suite and the Casa Bonita facility. I can’t say enough, other than “We are coming back”. Thank You 😊

This was an absolutely incredible find and if I end up traveling to Panama again, I would absolutely stay here again. The place is so beautiful and the gym and pool in the building are fantastic. The access to the Westin as a jumping off point for tours to the rainforest and other places was very convenient. I found the location the perfect split between being able to access the city as well as the rainforest. I just can’t say enough about how fantastic this place is and what a truly wonderful vacation we had!

Host Response

Your review is a reminder of why we love what we do. We're so grateful for your glowing recommendation, and we're committed to maintaining the level of service that you enjoyed.

Beautiful apartment located minutes from the beach. Very roomy, comfy beds and a spacious kitchen with a great coffee maker. Lovely deck with view of Amador Causeway and ships queued up, plus propane bbq. Plenty of pool/beach towels. Rooftop pool was great, but we did pay the additional to join the Pearl Club and it was well worth it for our four-day stay. Overall - fantastic! We'd return in a heartbeat!

Host Response

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. Your kind words inspire us to continually strive for excellence. We look forward to serving you again.

The apartment has a nice view and is very comfortable and comfortable. Very quiet and quiet, I recommend it for people who want to be close to the city but in a quiet beach and jungle environment. I stayed a month and loved it.

Host Response

Estimado Manuel, Agradecemos mucho su amable reseña sobre nuestro apartamento en el 14B Luxury Oceanview Playa Bonita Resort Panama. Nos alegra saber que disfrutó de las bonitas vistas y de la comodidad y tranquilidad que ofrece. Nos enorgullece saber que nuestro entorno tranquilo de playa y selva fue de su agrado y que le proporcionó una experiencia agradable durante su estancia de un mes. Gracias por su recomendación y esperamos darle la bienvenida nuevamente en el futuro. Su equipo en Choose Panama Rentals

This is beautiful peaceful beach side apartment, I worked remotely and went for walks on the beach nearly every evening with my wife. Nice gym, pool, and a private balcony to bask in the morning sun. Lovely spot to enjoy Panama City while staying beach side away from the hustle of the city.

Host Response

Thank you so much, Craig, for your wonderful review of our 12H Spacious 1-Bedroom in Oceanfront Resort. We're delighted to hear that you and your wife enjoyed the beautiful and peaceful beachside apartment, as well as the amenities such as the gym, pool, and private balcony. It's great to know that you were able to make the most of your stay by working remotely and taking relaxing walks on the beach. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon.

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Tim

Repeat guest

Excellent, 3 years ago

I am very happy with my stay at this penthouse condo. The house was beautiful and clean, the view was amazing, and we were able to easily Uber/Taxi our way to/from the city. The location was quiet and had a full set of kitchen and laundry amenities. This allowed us to buy groceries for our group and cook breakfast or a late-night snack. The host and her staff were very responsive and were able to satisfy any question/request we had. Make sure to check out the wrap-around view on the floor with the pool, you’ll experience a breathtaking view of Panama during both the day and night. I would definitely recommend this listing!

Host Response

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review, Tim! We are thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic stay at our 24o Penthouse Stunning Oceanview Resort Lifestyle. We take pride in providing beautiful and clean accommodations with amazing views. It's great to know that you found our location convenient for transportation and enjoyed the kitchen and laundry amenities. Our team is always here to ensure a pleasant and responsive experience for our guests. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon! Your Team at Choose Panama Rentals.

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Tim

Repeat guest

Excellent, 3 years ago

I am very happy with my stay at this penthouse condo. The house was beautiful and clean, the view was amazing, and we were able to easily Uber/Taxi our way to/from the city. The location was quiet and had a full set of kitchen and laundry amenities. This allowed us to buy groceries for our group and cook breakfast or a late-night snack. The host and her staff were very responsive and were able to satisfy any question/request we had. Make sure to check out the wrap-around view on the floor with the pool, you’ll experience a breathtaking view of Panama during both the day and night. I would definitely recommend this listing!

Host Response

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review, Tim! We are thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic stay at our 23o Penthouse Stunning Oceanview Resort Lifestyle. We take pride in providing beautiful and clean accommodations with amazing views. It's great to know that you found our location convenient for transportation and enjoyed the kitchen and laundry amenities. Our team is always here to ensure a pleasant and responsive experience for our guests. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon! Your Team at Choose Panama Rentals.

This is a haven for digital nomads or just anyone in general. The peace that I got from staying at this place has been unparalleled at any Airbnb I have ever booked. The ocean breeze made it so I hardly even used the AC, the privacy on the balcony made it great for relaxing without any interruptions. The peace and quiet created the perfect work environment. Seeing the sunrise from the balcony while watching the ships on the ocean and the birds flying was a beautiful experience. Also, Stacey and Melissa were amazing hosts. Their response time was impeccable and made sure I was comfortable at every point. I would definitely stay here again if I’m ever in Panama City. 110% recommended

Melissa's place was amazing. We were a group of six staying there and we all want to stay there again. The AirBnB had everything we needed, views were beyond great, and the amenities really worked out as well. We had access to both the Pearl Club and Westin pools, free of charge, which really added to our time there. Melissa was also very responsive and provided solutions to any issue we had and allowed a flexible check-in and check-out. It is worth noting that the pictures listed are exact and you will not be disappointed at all. Overall, an amazing, peaceful, and fun stay that should not be overlooked!

A beautiful condo with great views of the ocean and surrounding forests. Lovely interior decor, comfortable furniture and adequately stocked with kitchen, bathroom and bedding necessities. We loved our stay from start to finish. We had easy access to the beach and the amazing restaurants by the Westin. Our host was also very responsive and helpful. The property had everything we needed for our stay and more. We were sad to leave this gorgeous place and would definitely recommend it without hesitation.

A luxury. A spacious, functional apartment, well decorated and equipped with very useful things of excellent quality. We enjoyed the coffee maker, the comfortable armchairs, the air conditioning worked excellent and the rooms with their bathrooms had everything needed. The place is very quiet and with a beautiful view of the jungle, the canal and the city. Top-notch building amenities: excellent service in concierge, good parking, comfortable pool with bathrooms and showers and a game room suitable for adults and children. We were very comfortable with the children (5 and 2 years old) happy. Recommended 100%.

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Jennifer

Excellent, 3 years ago

Great host and place

The penthouse looks exactly as described and has beautiful views. The owners were responsive. It is a secluded and private beach. Casco viejo is about 10 min away. Uber was hard to request but the hotel had personal drivers for a small cost. The owner also recommended Luis a personal tourist/chauffeur who was excellent! He drove us from the airport to the hotel and took us on a Monkey tour. He’s also highly recommended. Our overall experience was amazing!

Place was beautiful the views were amazing . Host was very responsive and flexible . The Westin next door was good to relax and meet other on vacation , if you want more private there is the pearl club right across the streeet for a fee. Uber aren’t as easy to get (trick is message them that you will tip) the well known restaurants are about 20 minutes away . ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Host Response

Natalie, Thank you for being a great guest. We enjoyed having you! Thank you for being so flexible as well. We will welcome you back anytime!

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