We ended up at the Morrillo Beach Eco Resort by coincidence and stayed there for 2 nights. We needed some rest and that is definitely what we got. The resort is only a couple of footsteps away from some beautiful black sand beaches and still you feel like you're in the middle of the jungle. The common areas are nice and open, while your room and bathroom have all the comfort you need (even an AC). The owners and staff are very friendly and everybody does their best to be sure you're having the best possible time.
Cari and her husband treated us like royalty. My wife is celiac and they went the extra-mile so she could eat without any worries to get sick on the trip. Cari made sure all of our details were perfect, and that we had an awesome time on their facility. They loaned us some buggy boards and they kids just loved the experience. Overall, this was a perfect family vacations. Even the kids had their own interesting experience on an nearby island where Cari and husband buried a "treasure" and left the map for the kids. That completed their trip on a very high note! Food was amazing, and they made sure we knew how the different ingredients were gathered. We humbly thank Cari and her husband, because they possess a quality rarely seen in the tourism industry in Panama: They are hospitable and care that the client experience the best time while being hosted. Hope to see you soon again!…
Totally enjoyed our visit to the resort which is surrounded by jungle and on the beach. Cari and Ryan (owners) have created a wonderful resort with an outstanding staff that is blended into the jungle in this remote part of Panama. We loved our room with a wall sized painting of one of the local Howler Monkeys. The organic food in the restaurant was delicious and prepared and served by an attentive staff. And Ryan's homebrewed beers were great tasting!
This place is absolutely one of the last places on Earth that you can call true paradise! Foremost the location: If you are looking to get away from it all, in a beautiful tropical jungle, beaches where nobody has set a footprint on, surfing that is from beginner to advanced, this place has it. It’s one of the few places on Earth where you are guaranteed to score no matter when you visit, although, rainy season is the beat for surfing. Their are multi Points to take off from lefts and rights. AND you do not have to bring a board, you can rent soft-tops surfboards, top notch surfboards, paddle boards, kayaks, beach umbrellas, etc… you do not need to worry about bringing your own a equipment because they have you covered. You have 2 options of getting there: they will provide a shuttle service from the airport or you may rent a car. I highly suggest an AWD or 4 x 4 because the last stretch. The Staff: Cari, Ryan, Carlos and the rest of the crew treat you like family! You don’t speak Spanish, no problem. You only speak Spanish, no problem. If they make it happen they will. The food: Every-time I go away my stomach feels a little off. This time it couldn’t be happier! The food is absolutely delicious! All ingredients are locally sourced and made fresh that day! And they are other fabulous places to eat within a short drive. The vibe: True relaxation or true adventure! You pick! They have adventures that you can add on in advance that our incredible! Ask about them. Or you could do what we did, went for walks on the beaches & surf! The price: You can’t beat it! I actually think they should charge more but because of their remote location their will be technically difficulties but nothing that an open mind can’t handle. The nature: The monkeys are truly unique and amazing! Marine creature are in all oceans but they aren’t to worry about. Overall: After reflecting on the week, my husband (and yes, the absolutely LGBTQ friendly) and I spent there, it was truly one of the most amazing experiences I have ever had. This is what Costa Rica was like 20 years ago. Pure Vida!…
This is my 7th visit, I now go about twice a year. I love knowing my trip with be packed with fun adventures, great food capped off with delicious drinks and blissful sleep. Each morning I am greeted by monkeys and a beer after a surf session. All this and the only thing I have to do is show up ready for fun. I’m already planning my next trip. I recommend this place for families, couples and singles who love adventure and relaxation.
Our stay was perfect. What a beautiful location! If you're on a roadtrip from Panama to Bocas, it's definitely worths a stop for a couple of nights. Rooms are clean, nicely decorated. The balcony is really nice to relax. Bar/restaurant terrace is amazing with good food and beers. Thanks to Cari, Harold and all other crew for a great stay.
The reviews here are all on point - Morrillo Beach Eco Resort is freakin amazing. From the time we inquired about booking to the time we got home, Cari, Ryan and the team took care of us and showed us a wonderful time. Some highlights: -SPECTACULAR location. The cove and beach in front of the lodge are like a movie set. -Great accommodations. The rooms are huge and very comfy. The lodge (where we spent a big chunk of our time hanging out) was warm, had a nice breeze blowing through, and always had someone helpful nearby -The wildlife viewing! We saw and definitely heard howler monkeys, cicadas, birds, bats, frogs. -Successful surfing. I’ve surfed for more than a decade and found the location quite fun. My spouse had no clue what he was doing. But by the end of the week, after Ryan’s teaching and helpful hand (or 40) in the first few days, my husband was out catching waves by himself. Also, the nearest beach has very few rocks, so it’s a GREAT place to learn (meaning, to fall) - we have some great compilation videos of this learning process. -The hiking and visiting a local family for lunch were a lot of fun (the latter might have been the highlight activity of the trip). -The food… *drool* We kept saying the food was so “clean” - every meal was hand-prepped, delicious, and felt great to eat. Not sure how to better describe it, but the food was one of the best parts of the stay! -The team. Everyone treated our stay with so much care. Cari and Ryan felt like family by the end of the week (we had some pretty good games of Qwirkle and Code Names!), and their team was always available, helpful, patient, and fun (my husband said to shout out Diego for some awesome Witcher 3 conversations) 100% recommend and will definitely return. Thanks Cari, Ryan, and team! Hopefully see you again sooner rather than later :)…
Just where I needed to be with everything I needed. Not your typical “ Resort” which is just the way my family likes it. Cari and Ryan and staff made our trip seamless, we only had to make the small decisions like, should I go surfing , Take a nap, go on a jungle hike , eat killer homemade food, go for hike on the beach ! We really enjoyed the cultural immersion , wether it was hanging out with the staff or hiking into the Jungle and having lunch with the locals. Surfing was amazing for all levels and they had the best surfboard selection I have ever seen in a resort( probably because Ryan and Cari are bad ass surfers ) . I just love the vibe here , Rooms are so comfortable and the company was amazing. This will be a family trip that we will always remember.
When your alarm clock is a colony of endangered Howler Monkeys, you know you're staying in the right place. I can't say enough good things about the proprietors, the staff, the room and the bed (Comfy!). You just need to come here to stay for your vacation.
Had reservation cancelled by owner and money gone. No refund, no voucher. Tried booking 2 rooms for our family vacation with 3 teens who were visiting from overseas. The queen room + 1 single bed said "sleeps 3"on the website, but turned out not available for our child+12. Suggested to let him sleep on a mattress, offered bringing our own mattress. No. Ended up booking 4 kms away for the kids, but Cari (owner Morillo Beach Eco resort) did not allow the kids visiting us, not even when we offered to pay day passes for them. The day after we received an email that our reservation for the double room had been cancelled, our money was taken from our bank account. No refund, no voucher. Did not stay and money is gone.
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