On the edge of the Río Palo Alto, this garden inn with a dozen rooms in six red-mud cottages is run by a welcoming Briton. The grounds overflow with blossoming tropical flowerbeds, and birds abound (95 species spotted). Rooms – there are five types – with canopy beds are lovely and modern. Service stands out.
Lounging around the patio bar decorated with traditional Panamanian masks proves a fine cap on the day, especially from 6pm to 7pm when drinks are complimentary.