Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Room options

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Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Honeymoon Suite | View from room

Honeymoon Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Puerto Armuelles

Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel places you 29.4 mi (47.3 km) from Playa Pavón. This 10-room hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Juanas - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Acuarius Amar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ojo De Agua - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Enrique - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hutto's Bar & Frill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel

Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests of Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 35 per person one way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this beach hotel include laundry facilities, a garden, and a picnic area.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other standard amenities include dryers and free toiletries.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6.50 for adults and USD 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Pet weight must not exceed 22 lbs per pet

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 6.5 for adults and USD 6.5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per person (one way)
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel?

Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

Is there parking available at Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Does Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel.

Big Daddy's Beach Club and Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 57 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Home away from home.

The owner is awesome, very accommodating, relaxed atmosphere, rooms were spacious and clean. Food was some of the best on our trip and pool was great. It is Right on the beach for swimming or just fall listening to the waves! Many expats come for drinks and they are very warm and inviting you feel like your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome, cool vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rone, Cape Coral

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible staff. Awesome location and great views. I liked EVERYTHING and will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Luis

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

10/10 Excellent

Bernie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were polite, the bed comfortable and room clean. Water went off for over 12 hours and we had to use the pool water to flush the toilet but I do not think this had anything to do with the hotel as I was told this was the normal in this part of Panama. No one cleaned our room while we were there for 5 days, and we had to put the trash out and requested tissue, towels, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Donald, Eloy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Sparrowbush

If you ever visit the Puerto Armuelles area Big Daddy’s is the place to stay. It is comfortable and the staff is so accommodating. Good food and good drinks. It gets my three C’s - CLEAN, COMFORTABLE, AND COZY!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Walter, Rockport

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was nice the staff was great the AC worked ok. The food was outstanding!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Deibys

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Suite door to access beach was unable to open. Sink was poorly designed. No hot water. Too expensive for the low quality.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Easy Check-In

Excellent food selection in the restaurant. Staff was very nice and helpful. Easy check-in. Room could have been cleaner…cobwebs, bathroom fan filthy, floors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Big Daddy Deliver

I have a great stay at Big Daddy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen

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

Big Daddy's Hot

Service was very good. We were pleased all the time. Food was excellent and prices were very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

William

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

Nice small hotel in Puerto Armuelles

This was just a one-night stop for us, in conjunction with a trip to a monkey preserve nearby. We were very pleasantly surprised by the quality of the accommodations. The room was large, with a sitting area and a comfortable bed. The pillows didn't work as well for us, but that tends to be individual. They have a nice deck here you can eat and/or have a glass of wine looking out over the ocean. Pool was nice. One suggestion would be to make the toilet a bit more private in the room. The restaurant menu is limited, but the food we had was good. It served our purposes very well and we would return.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Off the beaten path with a touch of charm - very nice staff and inexpensive drinks. This place is not for everyone but we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Myron

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just love this place. Atmosphere is amazing and competitive prices all around
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Literally right on the beach. Frank and his staff are amazing. You are close to the heart of Puerto. The suites are huge for 2 people with plenty of light and amazing ocean views from bed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

George M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room, although clean, had no amenities and the furniture was uncomfortable and worn. The pool was dirty. The only places to sit outside were plastic chairs, no lounge chairs available, so relaxing at the beach or the pool meant sitting up straight. Incredibly noisy. No hot water in the showers, unkept grounds, etc. The only positive was the several hard working girls who served food, and did relatively everything else
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Frank was the best anything we needed he helped! See you again soon
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

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