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The Casita at The Hacienda, a Beautiful Efficiency Apartment

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The Casita at The Hacienda, looking onto the entrance and the open terrace.
Property grounds
Exterior
The area surrounding the Casita is very lush and beautiful.
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 229.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Boquete, Chirique
  • Church of San Juan Bautista
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Municipal Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Boquete Library
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • David (DAV-Enrique Malek Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Casita at The Hacienda, a Beautiful Efficiency Apartment

(May through October we offer discounts on extended stays) The Casita is an exquisite, private, "stand alone" cottage located amidst the lush banana forest and manicured gardens of The Hacienda . The efficiency apartment has a fully equipped kitchen, a terrace overlooking the gardens and a bathroom with luxury towels and a hot water rain shower. There is a queen size bed with a high quality mattress and luxurious linens, a dining area and a love seat. You'll find yoga mats, umbrellas, cloth shopping bags, flashlights, extra blankets, shampoo, cream rinse, shower gel and a hair dryer.

The kitchen has a drip coffee maker, French coffee press, electric kettle, toaster, blender, rice maker, plates, bowls, glasses, cups, silverware, pots and pans, bake wear, assorted mixing bowls, plastic food saver containers, napkins, paper towels, extra trash bags and dish and kitchen towels, dish soap. We provide some coffee and tea to get you started.

Explore the Hacienda complex with walk-ways, terraces and benches and pots of assorted succulents, orchids and bromeliads. Meditation benches line the creek for quiet contemplation or meaningful conversation. Bring your morning coffee or evening glass of wine.

The Hacienda is a 10-minute drive from downtown Boquete. Walk downhill from The Hacienda to the village center in 25 minutes. A taxi is generally $6 per trip.

The Hacienda is located half way up the Jaramillo Mountain in the Jaramilllo Centro area of Panama. We are a 10 minute drive from downtown Boquete. The village center is a 25 minute hike downhill. Let us help you with airport pick-ups in David.

Property manager

Ciella Gabriel, owner
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We provide ash trays for smoking outdoors.
We ask that all guests settle down by about 10:00 pm for the peace and serenity of everyone. Treat the gardens with love and care and explore to your heart's content. Walk the paths in the garden at your own risk. Be aware that the rains can make paths slippery. Use caution. No smoking in the rooms at any time. So sorry but no pets allowed, no exceptions. For your safety be extremely careful with glass ware if you are partaking in alcoholic beverages anywhere on the grounds.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Jaramillo

Located in Jaramillo, this apartment is in a rural area and in the mountains. Boquete Community Players Theater and Events Center and Arte Cruz Volcán are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boquete Tree Trek and Finca Lérida Coffee Estate. El Explorador and Schumann's Park are also worth visiting.
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Boquete, Chirique

What's nearby

  • El Explorador - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Church of San Juan Bautista - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Municipal Park - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Boquete Community Players Theater and Events Center - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Boquete Library - 6 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • David (DAV-Enrique Malek Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kotowa Coffee House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Ladera - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Rock - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ngädri - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Donde Gisele - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Casita at The Hacienda, a Beautiful Efficiency Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Casita at The Hacienda, a Beautiful Efficiency Apartment?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Casita at The Hacienda, a Beautiful Efficiency Apartment?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Casita at The Hacienda, a Beautiful Efficiency Apartment located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of El Explorador, Church of San Juan Bautista and Boquete Community Players Theater and Events Center. Municipal Park and Boquete Library are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little place

Very clean and peaceful. Owners very responsive, friendly and helpful. Beautiful grounds and views. Everything you need to stay. Will definitely be staying again next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

RICHARD N.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great secluded, peaceful location.

The Casita is emerged in nature in a secluded location with beautiful views and a creek running through the property. Great tranquil place on the grounds of hacienda. I love the place, but finding it I was challenging.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

julie p., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Quincy is a gem, he is a wealth of information.... .Very relaxing visit. Looking forward to going back.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo B.

Awesome host and acomodations!!

This is home away from home in Jaramilo Centro, Boquete. Relaxing, cool climate and beautiful host. Worth the drive up the curvy road to the B&B. Our two week stay was fabulous. 👍👍👍👍❤
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B., Saint Charles, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay!

Quincy and Cilea were great hosts. The room was beautiful. The trails were so refreshing to walk on and the coffee was great! Short drive down to town. Would definitely come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Hosts

We truly enjoyed our stay in your casita. Very comfortable and loved the 2 little patios for enjoying a glass of wine after an afternoon in the sunshine at the Boquete Blues Festival.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo B., County of Riverside California

Five Star Service! Awesome host and beautiful property as shown on line.

The Hacienda is a jewel in the hills of Jaramillo Centro. We love the beauty of the manicured grounds and sounds of the flowing water creeks. We enjoyed the proximity of the town of Boquete with all the amenities and restaurants. The hosts are absolutely awesome with their attention to detail & warmth.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

suzanne y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boquete Home

Beautiful place, has everything you need. The lush grounds and running water are fabulous! I enjoyed being away from town and being able to walk into town when I wanted. The hosts are wonderful!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable and low key
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunningly beautiful place! Recommend!!!

Words cannot describe how beautiful this property is. The flowers and plants in the yard are unbelievable! The hosts have put a lot of work into creating and maintaining this property. The apartment is above and beyond what we expected. They are very nice people. We would definitely come back for another stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful casita in Jaramillo

We had an excellent stay in the casita. The property is beautiful. And the host is very helpful. You are surrounded by nature. The views surrounding the property are breathtaking. The casita has a fully equipped kitchen. We cooked nearly all our meals there. I would 100% recommend the casita for any couple travelling to Boquete, Panama
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
5 stars is not enough for this gem of a property. Above and beyond any and all expectations. Equipped and stocked with everything you could possibly need, and more. From the sheets and towels to the cooking and dining ware, it's all there and of the nicest quality. Multiple pages of laminated Information of things to do, places to eat, and maps to get you there. Ciella & Quincy thought of everything and were so very easy to make arrangements with and are super nice folks. Don't leave without strolling the garden path on the property, it is an absolutely gorgeous labor of love with amazing views at the end. About 10 minutes from town, but feels like a world away. Highly recommend and will definitely return if in the Boquete area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Martha W.

Hosts You Want to Adopt You

We couldn't have asked for a nicer introduction to Boquete. Quincy came to pick us up after a long day on two buses and a hasty dash through the local grocery for supplies. He drove us up a 45 degree "shortcut" to the hacienda and safely deposited us in our new home away from home. Even though our package was not B&B, we were invited to breakfast before Ciella drove us south of town so we could pick up our rental vehicle. Obviously a 45 degree angle shortcut means the hacienda is on the high ground and it is surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a tumbling creek that keeps you wondering whether it is raining or not. The accommodations worked great for us and you couldn't ask for more gracious hosts. We are post sixty travelers and recommend this spot to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Casita par excellence wonderfully romantic magical

I could not imagine the beauty. Much more magnificent in person. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything needed including refrigerator, stove 32 inch tv, high speed internet. The creek was in full swing with the sound so soothing. Waterfall seen from the terrace and walkways were extraordinary. The banana plantation was so lush and filled with exotic lilies, orchids, bromeliads, ferns. The bedding was elegant and a dream to sleep on. Bathroom contained a glass block wall with a fine spray hot shower. The terrace deck leaned out over the creek and waterfalls. The hidden deck was totally private and lush. Breakfast was extra and so worth it. Yogurt, juice, sweet breads, frittata and English muffins and Virginia ham. OMG I was one of the first to stay here after staying at there other properties before. This is the best. Don't miss this treasure.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Daniel R.

Lovely spot, great little Casita

Overall we loved our stay here, however, there were several small things that added up in the 10 days we stayed. Our hosts Quincy and Celia were away when we first arrived and they entrusted our arrival to a friend who hadn't been properly prepared. The WiFi was not working, the local cell phone neither. There was no coffee for the morning (as promised) and it is long ride into town. Later in the week the door lock stopped functioning as well. We were able to get in touch and they were very responsive trying to fix things, calling us back many times. The Casita is new, fresh, well appointed with everything and feels nicely separate from the main house. It is only a few months old and there is still a shakedown cruise in process but we would recommend it highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2016

10/10 Excellent

Sabine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Empfehlenswert, Auto wäre hilfreich

Schöne ruhige Lage, gute Ausstattung, schöner Garten. Gute Tipps durch die Gastgeber.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice, peaceful getaway

Had a wonderful experience at the Casita at the Hacienda. Ceila and Quincy were welcoming and helpful. The casita was cozy and had everything we needed including umbrellas we could borrow. Ver pretty scenery from the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

RITA y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place.

Great place to stay on the mtn. Quiet and clean. Great host. Would stay again. Thanks for having us
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Warren J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Very nice cottage in mountains above Boquete. Property has everything you need. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hideaway in the hills

This property is absolutely amazing. The location is very quiet. The views from the terraces are beautiful and the Casita was perfect. A great value. Ciella is also a fantastic host. Very helpful. Thank you for having us at you place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

oscar d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation at its best

Garden of Eden
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little Casita in the Jaramillo area. You are right in the lush mountain. Nice hosts.

Great little Casita in the Jaramillo area. You are right in the lush mountain. Nice hosts. The shower is nice and warm. There is a full kitchen if you wish to cook. You are in the mountains in a rural area of Panama, so you might have a power outage for a few minutes, but the hosts have provided lanterns for the few moments the power goes out.

8/10 Good

Frank G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Hope to go back to Boquete

Beautiful surroundings. Would have liked cable TV and a little more space. A comfortable chair to sit.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, very clean with nice amenities.. Very friendly and gracious owners who know all things Boquete and assist any activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Clifford Z., Kerrville, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A stay in the Cloud Forest

We stayed for 1 week in mid-October. The casita was in good shape, all the amenities working. The owner was away to the US, so all communications were through WhatsApp. Any technical/maintenance issues were relayed to her handyman and dealt with efficiently. During the rainy month of October, the altitude and microclimate resulted in more rain hours than experienced in Boquete and lower altitudes. During the dry months, I'm sure it is magic. The garden and grounds are a work of art.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Ciella Gabriel, owner

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We decided to construct The Casita at The Hacienda to add to our accommodations. I am an avid gardener and The Hacienda gives me to opportunity to indulge in my favorite activity while creating a lovely space for guests to rest and relax. My husband personally observed every detail of construction and renovation of this entire property. He and I love to boogie board, hike and enjoy wonderful fresh organic food. We love hosting travelers from all over the world. We love Boquete and its amazing people, culture and beauty. We have lived here for over 10 wonderful years.

Why they chose this property

The Hacienda Apartment and Casita are uniquely situated in an area where manicured gardens, wild jungle fauna and banana forest collide. We are 10 minutes by car or a 20 minute hike from village center but the area feels secluded and very private.
It is not in a typical development but a bit wild and untamed. We have well over 100 banana trees and 5 different variety of bananas. We have lived here for 16 years and really know the area well and are very willing to assist our guests. We are here to serve your needs.

What makes this property unique

The Hacienda has extraordinary peace and serenity in a glorious garden setting. All rooms are decorated beautifully with luxurious sheets and towels. It is cozy and beautiful with owners who live right on the premises and love hosting guests from all over the world. Hike, take tours and play all day and then come home to The Hacienda and enjoy a great nights rest on a very comfortable mattress.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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