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The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection

5.0 star property

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Relax by the ocean with a serene poolside view, lounge chairs, and lush palm trees.
Relax in a shaded space with wicker sofas and chairs surrounding a wooden table.
Relax in comfort under the shade, surrounded by palm trees and a thatched-roof structure, with views of the ocean.
Situated beside a serene body of water, this villa offers a tranquil retreat with modern and traditional elements.
Relax on the balcony with two comfortable chairs and a small table, taking in the serene views of the lush landscape.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
340 Calle 3ra Buenaventura, Buenaventura Beach Community, El Chiru, Cocle
  • Buenaventura Marina
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Playa Blanca
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Farallón Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View | Pool

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Resort View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Resort View

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Resort View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Resort View

Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Resort View

  • 400 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony | Living area

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 97 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (View)

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (View)

  • 97 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View | Pool

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premier Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Premier Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

El Chiru

With a stay at The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection in El Chiru, you'll be 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Buenaventura Marina and 8 mi (12.9 km) from Santa Clara Beach. .This beach resort is 28.2 mi (45.3 km) from Coronado Beach and 30.7 mi (49.3 km) from Sleeping Indian Girl.
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What's nearby

  • Buenaventura Marina - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Playa Blanca - 11 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Santa Clara Beach - 20 min drive - 14.6 km
  • La Casa de Lourdes Outdoor Spa - 22 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Farallón Beach - 24 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Tocumen Intl. Airport (PTY) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪mansa - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Balboa restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Panama Canal - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tai kai - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Limon Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection

Luxury resort on the beach, with 12 outdoor pools
The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection offers 114 accommodations with iPod docking stations and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels, first-run movies, and pay movies. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This El Chiru resort provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including a private beach, an outdoor tennis court, and complimentary bicycles. 12 outdoor swimming pools and 3 hot tubs are on site. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 114 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring iPod docking stations and minibars. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Rooms have private balconies. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 42-inch LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can get some exercise with a round of golf or enjoy a lazy day at the private beach. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy international cuisine at Criollo, one of the resort's 7 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. When you are in need of a refreshing drink, visit the beach bar or one of 3 bars/lounges, or 2 poolside bars. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out. Planning an event in El Chiru? This resort has 15080 square feet (1401 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 11 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Criollo - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Tai Kai Sushi/Martini - This sushi bar specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open select days.
El Faro - This beach restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves lunch and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.
Tagua - This poolside restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves lunch and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Palapa Bar - Overlooking the garden, this bar serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open select days.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 30 for adults and USD 15 to 30 for children
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 7 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Criollo
  • El Faro
  • Palapa Bar
  • Tagua
  • Tai Kai Sushi/Martini

Things to do

  • 12 outdoor pools
  • 18-hole golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • 3 hot tubs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Water skiing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 12 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • 15,080 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet (84 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (94 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Rooftop garden
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • First-run films
  • IPod dock
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 100 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 30 for adults, and USD 15 to 30 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 160 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Pet deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 100 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

JW Marriott Panama Beach Resort
JW Marriott Panama Golf Beach Resort El Chiru
JW Marriott Panama Golf Beach El Chiru
Buenaventura Golf Beach Resort Panama Autograph Collection
Buenaventura Golf Beach Panama Autograph Collection El Chiru
Buenaventura Golf Beach Panama Autograph Collection
The Buenaventura Golf Beach Resort Panama Autograph Collection
JW Marriott Panama Golf Beach Resort
Jw Marriott Panama Golf Beach

The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 436 out of 649 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 649 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 649 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 649 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 649 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Barry, Westmount

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous location. Check-in was the worst part of my experience - its as if they were just not expecting us. They need to be more efficient. Also - concierge service below par - dinner reservations that were promised but never made. Staff need to be more attentive and honest. No excuses for this. Apart from this I loved the property and most of the amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded our expectations! Such a special place!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marco Antonio

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No deberían permitir perros
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property well maintained and clean. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Food is good. Property a bit wore out.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property. However it was. Very boring with no activities available
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irving

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MIGUEL GARRIGA

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property. Great destination.

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My daughter and I spent three nights here in Feb. We absolutely loved it! The grounds, pools, and beach are beautiful. We loved the Japanese restaurant - and the store on site has a TON of food options. During our stay, we were able to use the cute bicycles to ride around - and we took a van to the Buena entura Zoo too. If we stayed an extra day, we would have done an adventure -type activities (lots of options for fun things to do!).To get to the hotel, we took an Uber from Panama City and the hotel helped us arrange transport to the airport. All very easy. I highly recommend this gem and can't wait to return someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The grounds around the hotel are stunning, golf course, zoo, big villas. The room was very clean. the staff were very helpful and pleasant. But the facilities, especially the pools are in extreme need of repairs. Half the tiles were coming off or crumbled. The towels at the pool are extremely small. I had the worst tasting pina colada at the pool. All that said I would stay again, but I wouldn't give it 5 star.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marvin

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Allan

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

JUAN

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bathroom had mold in the shower- coffee maker need a deep clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ok but not worth the price tag, outdated

Common grounds are beautiful, however it seems that rooms haven’t been updated in many years, and need major improvements. The rooms for 4 are sold on 2 full beds, really hard to sleep for a family of 2 adults and 2 children. It’s completely overpriced for how bad the quality of the rooms currently are. It’s not a 5 star hotel for the price tag. Staff and customer service are excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Todaa las personas en el hotel son super Amables y Serviciales. La Comida muy rica y de Calidad .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

david

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mahadevan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxury resort setting near the beach. Quiet and good restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sima

Travelled with family
The property is nice but service is terrible if you need towels or anything delivered to your room it will never get delivered. We were at the pool and they had no towels. Basically the entire hotel had no towels and we were told they were in the laundry. Really don’t expect that from a Marriott.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024