Escape to the most exclusive area of the San Blas archipelago. Known for having the clearest water and the most pristine white sand beaches, this remote paradise is usually only accessible by boat day trips. Now, you can stay overnight in luxury cabins directly above the turquoise Caribbean sea, where isolation meets comfort in one of the world's last untouched paradises.
Island Stays
Cayos Holandeses Cabins
The Most Exclusive Crystal-Clear Waters in San Blas
From $625 per person per night
Region
Cayos Holandeses, San Blas
Access
70-90 min boat ride
Stay Type
Bungalow & Cabin
From
$625 / night
The Experience
Choose Your Stay
Accommodation Options
Over-the-Water Bungalow
Suspended directly over the crystal-clear Caribbean water, these bungalows offer the ultimate immersive experience. Private bathroom with shower, two terraces (sea view and island view), and a suspended hammock net over the ocean.
Prices per person
1 Night (3 meals)
$625
2 Nights (6 meals)
$950
3 Nights (9 meals)
$1,275
For more nights ask concierge
Private bathroom
Two terraces
24hr electricity
Glass floors
Hammock net
Fans
Wood floors
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Premium Beachfront Cabin
Located just steps from the shoreline, these cabins offer direct access to the pristine white sands of Cayos Holandeses. Private cabin with modern comforts surrounded by untouched Caribbean beauty.
Prices per person
Min 2 people
1 Night (3 meals)
$625
2 Nights (6 meals)
$950
3 Nights (9 meals)
$1,275
For more nights ask concierge
Private bathroom
Beach access
24hr electricity
Wood floors
Fans
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Every Stay Includes
- Round-trip 4x4 transport from Panama City
- Round-trip boat transfer to the island
- Private cabin or bungalow accommodation
- Three meals daily (fresh seafood, chicken)
- Welcome cocktail and snorkel tour
- 24-hour electricity and fresh water
Not Included
- Guna Yala border tax ($20 per person, cash)
- Port tax ($2 per person, cash)
- Extra drinks (beer, sodas: $2 each)
- Late checkout fee ($55 per person)
Before You Go
Departure & Transfers
Departure
Pickup at 5:00-5:30 AM from your Panama City hotel or Airbnb. 2.5-3 hour 4x4 drive through the mountains to the San Blas port.
Boat Transfer
70-90 minute scenic boat ride from the port through the San Blas archipelago to Cayos Holandeses.
Return
Morning checkout at 6:00-6:30 AM, back in Panama City by 12:00-1:00 PM. Late checkout available ($55/person, includes lunch, return ~7:00 PM).
- 4x4 pickup included from central Panama City (hotel, hostel, or Airbnb)
- Extra fees apply for pickup/drop-off outside downtown (e.g., Playa Bonita $35, Summit $20, Amador $10)
- Meeting point will be arranged if your accommodation is in an outlying area
Common Questions
FAQ
Three meals per day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fresh catch of the day (fish, lobster in season, chicken), coconut rice, salad, and tropical fruit. One drink per meal included. Extra drinks $2 each.
Cayos Holandeses is the most remote zone in San Blas. There is no WiFi and no phone signal. This is part of the experience. Bring a book, a camera, and disconnect.
Original passport, cash in USD (no ATMs in San Blas), soft bag only (max 13kg), reef-safe sunscreen, motion sickness pills for the boat ride. Leave hard-shell suitcases at your Panama City hotel.
Yes. Our San Blas Full Day Tour visits 3 islands with lunch for $148 per person, returning the same evening.
Both cabin types at Cayos Holandeses feature private ensuite bathrooms with shower and fresh water.
It is 115 km from Panama City (2.5-3 hours by 4x4), followed by a 70-90 minute boat ride. Total travel time is approximately 4-4.5 hours each way.
Trusted by Travelers
AMPA Tours delivered an unforgettable San Blas experience. Local guides who truly know the islands, fresh seafood included, and crystal clear water for snorkeling. 10 out of 10.
Omar G. , TripAdvisor
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