Hotels near Kumana National Park, Panama

Sooooo if you are looking for something authentic, cool, cozy, beach view, beautiful, sublime etc..this would definitely be the one! Wish we could stay longer..

Private location, extremely helpful and polite owner and staff, authentic Sri Lanka beach life vibe, everything was clean and tidy, Iroshana helped us with just about anything we could think off from arranging breakfast, barbeque dinner, recommending surf bays and trips to conversations about Sri Lanka ways of living. Thank you for everything, we will always remember and hope to come back one day.

Close to a wild beach. Amazing food and really welcoming owner.

This is THE place to stay if you are interested in safaris within Kumana NP. We had an exceptional driver (as good an animal spotter as our guide!). We were lucky enough to have Sam as our guide. He is a BBC wildlife videographer and knew so much about the animals and their behaviours. It gave us the best chance of having so many great leopard/animal encounters. The food and hotel staff was also fantastic. If I come back to Sri Lanka I would skip Yala and come here for a few nights more. There is no mobile signal in Kumana to alert other drivers to where wildlife is so usually the leopard encounters are just yourself and no-one else. Just note - the national park is still about 45 min drive away from the hotel and Panama is a quiet place (more peaceful than Arugum Bay). Its def not a party place like Arugum bay. Safaris are from 5am until about 6.30pm. I would also recommend maybe bringing a neck buff and protection for expensive camera equipment (towel to cover). There is a lot of dust that kicks up off the road.

Extremely helpful and polite owner and staff, everything was clean and tidy, Doctor Heshan (Owner) helped us with just about anything we could think off from arranging breakfast, barbeque dinner, recommending surf bays and trips to conversations about Sri Lanka ways of living. Thank you for everything, we will always remember and hope to come back one day.

What an unforgettable experience! This place is a true haven of peace, far from the hustle and bustle of Arugam Bay. An idyllic setting overlooking the lake, surrounded by nature and wildlife… and above all, a truly wonderful family : kind, caring, and incredibly generous. From the chalet, we could even see wild elephants by the lake, an absolutely magical sight. We were also lucky enough to go on a safari in Kumana National Park with them : without a doubt, one of the most beautiful and memorable experiences of our stay in Sri Lanka. We were incredibly fortunate to see water buffalo, a leopard, elephants, deer, countless birds, and much more. We also shared a touching and authentic moment with them at the temple, something we’ll never forget. The cabins are built with deep respect for the surrounding nature, in perfect harmony with their values. The chalets offer breathtaking views, and the meals (both breakfasts and dinners) were lovingly prepared and absolutely delicious. A heartfelt thank you for your warm welcome, your generosity, and your humanity. You are truly special people, and this place reflects that : simple, genuine, and deeply inspiring.