Shawandha Lodge

8.6 / 10.0

Excellent(886 Ratings)

Nature lodge in Panama

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this nature lodge rental

Strategically located by the beach, Shawandha Lodge offers accommodation in Puerto Viejo. the property features an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi access. A full Continental breakfast is included daily.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Panama

Nearby attractions

Chorros de Olá, Coclé

265.3 mi

Chorro Las Yayas

257.5 mi

Splash Kingdom Parque Acuático Familiar

289.2 mi

Cascadas Las Mesitas

254.6 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Quadruple Room

1 King • 538 ft²

Sleeps 4

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Standard Double Room

1 Queen • 322 ft²

Sleeps 2

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Standard Triple Room

3 Single • 376 ft²

Sleeps 3

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Little Cabin

2 Single • 322 ft²

Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Double Room

1 King • 430 ft²

Sleeps 2

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Shawandha Lodge

RRRR

8.6 / 10.0

Excellent(886 Ratings)

Nature lodge in Panama

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Wheelchair accessible

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Panama

Nearby attractions

Chorros de Olá, Coclé

265.3 mi

Chorro Las Yayas

257.5 mi

Splash Kingdom Parque Acuático Familiar

289.2 mi

Cascadas Las Mesitas

254.6 mi

Available Rooms

Standard Quadruple Room

1 King • 538 ft²

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Standard Double Room

1 Queen • 322 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Standard Triple Room

3 Single • 376 ft²

Sleeps 3

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Little Cabin

2 Single • 322 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Deluxe Double Room

1 King • 430 ft²

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing

Ratings and reviews

8.6 / 10.0

Excellent(886 Ratings)

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7.0 / 10.0

Feb 2024

Beautiful and relaxing

The location, the jungle, the architecture were amazing, many animals around (monkeys, sloths, birds), good breakfast, very big and nice outdoor shower.

-The outdoor sink area could be kept cleaner -The main pool could be upgraded -One hour massage is around 100 $ while other nearby spas charge only 60-70 $ -For the amount they charge, I would expect better coffee and free kayaks or bikes. -Very loud leaf blower used during the day, was bit annoying -Sure we are in Costa Rica (I don’t speak Spanish) and the guy at the reception did not speak any English so I never got directly answers to my questions. -would have liked to hear some local recommendations -Our room did not have a hammock outside like the others. That would have been a huge plus.

1.0 / 10.0

Dec 2023

Very disappointing and staff is not honest.

Even though a hotel should be responsible for the security of its customers, this is absolutely not the case here. The area around the pool wasn’t safe at all. Luckily only material damage happened to me but this could have been a lot worse, needless to say that if it wasn’t me but a child or an elderly person this could have been treacherous. I fell in the swimming pool in the middle of the night because it wasn’t secured nor illuminated. The receptionist even told us that she didn’t understand why it wasn’t illuminated and confirmed that it could’ve been very dangerous, all of this was said in front of a witness. It was confirmed to me twice that they’ll refund my damaged camera. They even asked for my banking details. When I came back to Switzerland it was a complete turnaround, I received a rude email saying that the hotel is not responsible for material damage and they even told Booking that they never asked for my banking details. I do not recommend this hotel at all. Unsafe area and lying staff. I’m completely disappointed by their behavior.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Повторное посещение. Очень понравилось

Решили снова отдохнуть, и снова в Шаванде. Персонал очень доброжелательный, вспомнил о нас и о наших преференциях, помогал с нестандартными просьбами. Домики для семьи очень просторные, деревянные, есть веранда и гамак. Завтрак шведский стол, немного разнообразия, но вполне достаточно, чтобы объесться. Территория очень зеленая, если интересно, то можно поискать небольших животных. Очень много разнообразных птиц прямо на территории, что вызывало очень живой интерес. Есть мини пруд с головастиками. Через дорогу широкая и красовая пляжная полоса, для прогулок и купания, и загорания.

В этом визите за завтраком не встретили жареные сосиски.

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2023

Buen lugar

Good location and Staff!

Everything is good !

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Very good

Location price

Water pumps/Electricity

9.0 / 10.0

Jul 2023

Just Ok!

Quiet location.

The room was dusty and could use a good clean-up and maintenance. Also, some hooks to hang clothes would be great. The towels were very old and could be changed.

9.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

Beautiful, up close with nature and a memorable experience for sure!

The property is gorgeous and unique! The grounds are spectacular. The daily breakfast was beautiful and the egg station was a great surprise. You truly feel like you’re in Bali or Africa when you are there. It was an adventure I will never forget and I’m glad we included this into our honeymoon.

When we checked in we were early as we were dropped off by our shuttle company from Panama. I understand there is a check in time, however we went to the beach, swam in the pool and pretty much wasted as much time in the blazing heat as we could before the staff let us go to our room 30 min before check in time. They acted like it was a huge favor to us to let us in our room a little early. When we got to our bungalow, there was no one else staying in the entire area. They were fixing up another bungalow so who knows, maybe it wasn’t ready but it felt a bit petty that they wouldn’t let us weary travelers into our room when there was no one else staying there. The main pool area could have been kept up better, the pool was pretty dirty and the area around it was sort of drab and dry. I understand they are an eco lodge and there hasn’t been much rain this rainy season but it felt a little dirty to swim in. The shower head at the main pool had green algae covering the shower head and the huge spiders right above the shower and I wanted to get the beach sand off of me. The bungalows: the adults only area of bungalows is quite interesting. They are beautiful but very sparse. It really is like “glamping” so be prepared for that. There are no side walls, just screens so you will hear everything and I mean everything! We heard the most amazing jungle noises and I could also hear the people next to us using the bathroom etc. The jungle noises are unreal though and worth all of the other slight inconveniences. I was fully immersed by the second night but I’m not going to lie, I had a few diva moments and eek moments because there are bugs!!!! Just don’t look too closely because the place is very clean but you are in the rainforest.

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2023

One of the best stays in our short tour of Costa Rica!

The staff were exceptionally friendly and the location was excellent. The gardens were wonderful and it was a short walk to the beach. The little cabin was quaint, and generally the resort offered an immersion in nature.

Breakfast choices were a little limited, I would have liked the fruit buffet however it was closed due to the season and low guest numbers.

9.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Superb

very nice bungalows in a spacious garden full of wildlife, private terraces with hammocks are ideal to enjoy a nice evening

everything was very nice, only the towels could use an upgrade

7.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Very nice but very loud

Very nice room and bathroom in the forest

Being in the forest means that monkeys wake you up at 5am screaming very loudly for 2 hours

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

Great spot. Even the sloths would agree- we saw two of them on the property

location

10.0 / 10.0

Apr 2023

very nice staff, tasty breakfast and pretty and clean.

nice, comfortable, clean

8.0 / 10.0

Mar 2023

Very good

Very nice located in the forest.

Nothing for people having problems with spiders.

8.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

Jungle experience near beach and away from the noise of Puerto Viejo town

The grounds, pool area and common areas are all beautiful. A tropical jungle dream. The cabins are really rustic, which we liked and wanted for the most part. There are screens rather than windows and only a cieling fan no air conditioning. We were fine with that. The only thing we really wished we had in the room is a small refrigerator and a larger safe that fits a laptop. Other than that it was lovely. The patio had a hammock and a couch and table. The wifi kept cutting out which was annoying. Two of the front desk clerks were friendly and helpful (both male) but the one female was really unhelpful when we asked about getting a cab or where we could hike/snorkel. The breakfast was great, but the staff wasn't keeping up with things as they ran out. Very minor complaints. Overall still a really nice place to stay. The giant tree at the back of the property was spectacular.

7.0 / 10.0

Jan 2023

Lovely place to stay, but it could be very special with a more attentive management.

Loved the garden and ambience of the lodge.. The staff were very friendly and, when asked, were very responsive..

House keeping not great on 2 days cleaning rags left in the room. Breakfast was fine, but not well attended to by staff, empty platters of fruit, etc, not replenished, and plates for self-service were sometimes not properly washed.

9.0 / 10.0

Nov 2022

great uncomplicated stay

all staff except one rstaurant service lady were very helpful and friendly.

7.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

Too expensive for what you get. Sadly this was my first and last stay and I would not recommend it!

The property itself is very gorgeous, the pool is very nice, the bungalows from the outside look very interesting, easy access to go to the beach throughout a passage way and crossing over the main street to the beach is a walk of about 7 min! We ordered food in the restaurant of the lodge, which was delicious! There where interesting animals to see on the property!

- There was a lot of noise, ( I am not talking about the howling monkey's!), other surrounding properties are having parties with music you can hear with people screaming sometimes and even so we where a bit deeper within the property, the traffic was sadly still possible to hear and was quite loud sometimes! - The bungalow/villa I was staying, was not cleaned properly and I had allergies because of it, dust + spider webs in various places! The wooden floor, has some lose planks, so when you walked on them, they made a very pitching noise, which sadly caused my 3 years old to wake up in middle of the night when I had to go to the bathroom + when we arrived, the bathroom had dirt prints within the shower and also toilet seat is very small, looks more fit for a child then an adult person! There was also a drawer, which seams to have not been cleaned in a very long time, to the point, where I was not willing to put anything inside there! - At arrival, there was one person in reception, attending other people who just arrived about 1 min before us, but was not able to even greet or indicate, that in a short moment we will be attended by someone and just kept looking into his computer while he sent the other tourist back to his car, to get his ID, which took about 2-3 min, then an other person came and attended us finally! ( I would expect a bit more multitasking which I have seen in other hotels, I do not need a red carpet but a hello and wait a moment please would have been more then enough for me ). - When we where at the pool, my wife went to the reception and asked for a towel, so she could dry my 3 year old son, later when they came out of the pool, but she was ignored and no one came to assist, so she came back and told me about it, I went there and got one, after I called someone over! I can only speak of what she indicated me, since I did not see it, but I have no reason to disbelieve her story!

8.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

A place surround by nature to recharge and relax

The service was great, the staff is really nice.

A bit to expensive for what I got.

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

I would stay again.

beach near by. breakfast was great!

bathroom had steps, coffee should be available in restaurant all day.

5.0 / 10.0

Oct 2022

we would try a different place next time

there are space around the housings and you feel the nature.

They use strong smelling insecticides. it was hard to spend the night in the room. Somewhat strange regarding their claims. cleanliness is not a focus.

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Panama?

The average price for a rental in Panama is R 1,804 per night. This rental is R 175 above the average.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Shawandha Lodge. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Shawandha Lodge. Enjoy the water!

Is Shawandha Lodge pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this nature lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Shawandha Lodge?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and smoking allowed.

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Shawandha Lodge

Nature lodge in Panama

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Panama

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Triple Room

Little Cabin

Deluxe Double Room

Shawandha Lodge

Nature lodge in Panama

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of Panama

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Triple Room

Little Cabin

Deluxe Double Room

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Panama?

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Is Shawandha Lodge pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Shawandha Lodge?

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