The unconventional choice to explore and enjoy a tropical Caribbean paradise, pristine unexplored reefs, un-inhabited San Blas Islands, ancient indigenous Kuna culture, and primary virgin rainforests, Coral Lodge Resort is set in a pristine setting surrounded by golden beaches, tropical rainforest, an azure sea, and coral gardens. Authentic nature and adventure in Panama's only aqua-lodge, beach resort and dive habitat.
Unique in all of Central America, the lodge is located on the mainland right next to the San Blas reserve (Kuna Yala). Because of Kuna traditions, there is no hotel like Coral Lodge in the archipelago.
Sustainable by design, every aspect of the lodge has been designed to protect the environment. "Don't take anything but photos, don't kill anything but time and don't leave anything but your imperceptible foot prints"
Guest Rating8.3
Number of rooms:6
Official category: Lodge.
Year of establishment and/or latest refurbishment: 2006.
Period of closure: Open all year.
Languages spoken: Spanish, English.
Nearest airport:
Facilities: Coral Lodge Resort
Diving
Swimming pool
Private Beach
Restaurant
Shuttle service
24hr. Reception
Laundry service
Air conditioning
Whirlpool
Hair dryer
Beach on site
Type of rooms: Coral Lodge Resort
Ideally situated over the water to maximize the ocean and beach views against a backdrop of virgin rainforest, the six spacious bungalows are gracefully appointed with quality king size beds with romantic wraparound mosquito nets, ample spa baths next to the glass floor sitting room, unique furnishings and local art.
Additional information: Coral Lodge Resort
DINING: Dock your kayak at the terrace of the over-water KAYUCO restaurant and bar and delve into a variety of fresh seafood dishes and lunch menu options. Later in the evenings enjoy cocktails and "bocas and piqueos" while enthralled by the magical sunsets. The CASONA BOHIO restaurant (a Kuna village meeting house) includes the reception, handicraft store, a reading lounge and main restaurant where you can enjoy romantic candle light with rattan and linen dining after sunset surrounded by tiki lanterns and Caribbean music. Compare notes and dive experiences with other guests while you enjoy a delicious diversity of local Kuna, Caribbean, Asian and Latin menu selections.
CHILDREN: Because Coral Lodge's bungalows and walkways are over the water children under age 10 are not allowed for safety reasons. Given the type of activities available at Coral Lodge, booking is not recommended if you plan to bring children and/or adolescents over 10 years of age unless you are certain they will enjoy nature related activities and will not create a disturbance to other guest. There is no TV, internet, video games or activities designed for children and since a number of situations could be hazardous for them, parents must exercise care and control of their children at all times. Rough or boisterous behaviour is not allowed.
EXTRAS: Contact the hotel to ask about their arrangements for transportation rates to and from Coral Lodge
(getting there is part of the adventure), scuba diving excursions, tours, airport transfers, and basic package rates with minimum stay including lodging in over the water villas, full-course meals, and transportation.
GRATUITIES: Gratuities for hotel staff are included in package rates. It covers the waiters, bartender, maids, laundry workers, kitchen and miscellaneous hotel staff. Not included are gratuities for excursion and tour guides, boat captains and boat hands. If they or any staff members make your trip extra special, a personal tip to them is appreciated and welcomed.
GETTING THERE: First stop Tocumen International Airport in Panama City, stay one night in the city then go to Albrook Airport to fly to Porvenir Island where you catch a boat to Coral Lodge on the mainland. The lodge has no car access.
Low Season: April 27-Oct 30. Shoulder Season: Jan 4-Feb 13; Feb 25-Apr 20; Nov 1-Dec 26. Holiday Season: Dec 26 - Jan 3; Feb 14-25; April 21-26 (5 nights minimum).
Rates valid till (d/m/y)
06/06/2012
Booking and cancellation policy
DEPOSITS: A deposit of 30% of your total invoice is required within 14 days of confirmation. They reserve the right to cancel any reservation without notice if payment is not received during that period.
PAYMENT OF BALANCE: The balance of your invoice is to be received at least 30 days prior to your arrival date. If they do not receive the balance by the due date, they may assume that you have cancelled.
CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations must be made and received by Coral Lodge in writing either by email or fax. The following fees apply for cancellations as a percentage of the total invoice value and are deducted from the deposit and/or payment:
Cancellations made more than 60 days notice will be charged 10 % administration fee; 30 to 59 days - a 20 % cancellation fee; 15 to 30 days a 50% cancellation fee; less than 15 days - 100%. There are no refunds for No-Shows or days not used resulting from late arrival or premature departure.
LAST MINUTE RESERVATIONS: Payments for last minute reservations will be arranged with the reservation manager and should be made prior to travel to the lodge.
INSURANCE: a comprehensive travel insurance policy to protect yourself and those travelling with you in the event of illness, injury, death, loss of baggage and personal items, cancellations and other contingencies is highly recommended.
MINIMUM STAY: Given Coral Lodge's remote location and the numerous leisure, nature, adventure and cultural related activities offered, a minimum stay of 4 nights is strongly recommended. During high season, longer stays will be given priority over reservation requests for shorter stays.
Rates include: meals in over water villas, Lodging, snacks, ALL MEALS and non-alcoholic beverages, 10% tourism tax, free use of kayaks and beach towels.
Rates do not include: Alcoholic beverages or transportation costs. Rates may change and should be confirmed at booking.
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