Casa Guardia

It is a family-owned business—I love that! The rooms are clean, and breakfast consists of typical Panamanian food ( eggs, plantains, queso (cheese), some American cereals, toast and spreads.) Fresh juice, and of course coffee. There's a restaurant on the grounds that opens at 12 and will deliver food to you poolside, and during the evenings, the talented hotel owner sings popular American pop songs with his guitar. All fairly priced. There's a pool and quiet beach within a 5-minute walk from wherever you are on the property. I would return here the next time we're in Playa Blanca, Farallon.

Casa Guardia is an exquisitely charming place. The food is delicious and the staff is attentive. Tony and his parents Rick and Karen are lovely and welcoming. Very homey feel with private access to the stunning beach. Beautiful, quiet, well manicured surroundings. Quite a collection of books on site if you enjoy reading. Make sure you make your up to the magic banyan tree!! If you are looking for some serious rest and relaxation, this is the place for you! It’s a gem!

This place is truly magical. I got to spend 10 days here and had the most incredible time. From the moment I stepped foot on the property I was blown away. Every single person you encounter is beyond kind and helpful. The rooms are cozy and clean, the food is probably the best food I have ever had, and the view is impeccable. There are not enough words to describe how incredible my time at Casa Guardia was, thank you for letting me stay and I cannot wait to come back.

The description of this as a beach paradise is 100% accurate. It is extremely peaceful, has its own very quiet beach, and the owners and the staff are all very gracious and helpful, but not overbearing. In other words, when you need something, they are immediately responsive and when you are just hanging out, they don't intrude in any way. This is a bed and breakfast, and not a resort, so you decide your activities each day. However, they do have the ability to book tours and day trips if that is your thing. The restaurant on site, Tico's is also fantastic and easily one of the best in the area, and on any given night, could be the best. We spent four nights, and enjoyed the peaceful beach and beautifully manicured grounds and gardens each day. The beach is excellent. A little further West, there are large resorts where most of the people hang out. On Casa Guardia's end of the long beach, it is much more private and quiet. We hope to make it back down again next year. So, you can walk down and be around people if you want, or you can just relax in peace on the Eastern end of the beach and have the occasional couple or person stroll by.

Anyone staying in this area would love this gem! It was perfect for me and my five teenage children. We enjoyed ping pong, dominoes, the pool table, giant jenga, the basketball court, the swimming pool, and the ocean. I know where I’ll be staying if ever I return to Panama.