Punta Mala Travel Guide

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Selina Hostels at Playa Venao The hostel is new and not finished yet, but it has a great design, is located directly at the beach and the staff is really cool. A con is that there is only one shop which has basically nothing and is really expensive; so you either have to bring your food or eat at the bar in the hostel. The beach itself is good for surfers, but you can also enjoy the waves without a board. There are only two (or maybe three; nobody knows) buses from Pedasí to Playa Venao: once in the morning (I think at 7) and once at 12 o'clock. It takes around 1.5 hours. Keep your eyes open and when you see the sign of the hostel, shout "(la) parada, por favor"
Selina Hostels at Playa Venao The hostel is new and not finished yet, but it has a great design, is located directly at the beach and the staff is really cool. A con is that there is only one shop which has basically nothing and is really expensive; so you either have to bring your food or eat at the bar in the hostel. The beach itself is good for surfers, but you can also enjoy the waves without a board. There are only two (or maybe three; nobody knows) buses from Pedasí to Playa Venao: once in the morning (I think at 7) and once at 12 o'clock. It takes around 1.5 hours. Keep your eyes open and when you see the sign of the hostel, shout "(la) parada, por favor"

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Hotel Punta Franca

Hotel Punta Franca

3 out of 5
Camino a Puerto Escondido Punta Mala Los Santos
The price is AU$109 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
AU$109
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Punta Mala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Puerto Escondido Beach and ShokoGi Panama are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (168 reviews)
The place is very well located with an incredible ocean view, however, it’s not well maintained. I staid there 2 nights and I could not use any of the pools as they were dirty. You could see the filth resting at the bottom. Also, the mattress was old and it had a very noticeable indentation that ...

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Hotel Punta Franca
Hotel Posada Destiladeros

Hotel Posada Destiladeros

3 out of 5
Calle principal Los Destiladeros Punta Mala Provincia de los Santos
The price is AU$139 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
AU$139
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach lodge in Punta Mala. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions ShokoGi Panama and Los Destiladeros Beach ...
Hotel Posada Destiladeros
Ocean Properties Aparthotel Villas

Ocean Properties Aparthotel Villas

3.5 out of 5
Calle a Playa Destiladeros Punta Mala
Stay at this beach hotel in Punta Mala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions ShokoGi Panama and Los Destiladeros Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (12 reviews)
The location is hard to beat, but no restaurants near only cook yourself so this means going to the grocery store in pedasi. This is kind of a nightmare when you are a foreigner. The wifi is super slow there is no cable. That is quite annoying, the help at the properties are extremely nice and try ...

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

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Ocean Properties Aparthotel Villas
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Esplendorosa | Ocean View Villa with Staff & Chef

Esplendorosa | Ocean View Villa with Staff & Chef

Pedasí Los Santos
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Punta Mala. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions ShokoGi Panama and Los Destiladeros ...
Esplendorosa | Ocean View Villa with Staff & Chef
Ocean Breeze Cove - Adults Only - Luxury Retreat

Ocean Breeze Cove - Adults Only - Luxury Retreat

PEDASI panama
Stay at this aparthotel in Punta Mala. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Puerto Escondido Beach and ShokoGi Panama are located nearby.
Ocean Breeze Cove - Adults Only - Luxury Retreat
Ocean Loft # 19

Ocean Loft # 19

Los Panamaes Provincia de Los Santos
Stay at this cabin in Punta Mala. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions ShokoGi Panama and Los Destiladeros Beach are located nearby.
Ocean Loft # 19
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Popular places to visit

Selina Hostels at Playa Venao The hostel is new and not finished yet, but it has a great design, is located directly at the beach and the staff is really cool. A con is that there is only one shop which has basically nothing and is really expensive; so you either have to bring your food or eat at the bar in the hostel. The beach itself is good for surfers, but you can also enjoy the waves without a board. There are only two (or maybe three; nobody knows) buses from Pedasí to Playa Venao: once in the morning (I think at 7) and once at 12 o'clock. It takes around 1.5 hours. Keep your eyes open and when you see the sign of the hostel, shout

Los Destiladeros Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Los Destiladeros Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Punta Mala.

Los Destiladeros Beach

Puerto Escondido Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Puerto Escondido Beach during your trip to Punta Mala? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Puerto Escondido Beach

ShokoGi Panama

Enjoy an outing to ShokoGi Panama during your stay in Punta Mala. Stroll along the beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the surfing spots.

ShokoGi Panama