The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort in El Chiru is a luxurious destination that offers guests a wide array of upscale amenities and experiences. According to user reviews, this resort provides a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure, with its beautiful beachfront location, championship golf course, and exceptional services making it an ideal getaway for couples, families, and golf enthusiasts alike. While many guests rave about the quality of the offerings, some aspects of the experience may not meet everyone's expectations.
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The Buenaventura Golf & Beach Resort Panama, Autograph Collection
8.9
(1,219 ratings)
El Chiru, Panama -
3 km Buenaventura Marina
3 km Playa Blanca
8 km Santa Clara Beach
Hotel Overview
Hotel highlights
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Atmosphere
Fitness
- Amenities: The resort boasts a wide range of high-quality amenities, including a world-class golf course, several swimming pools, and a wellness center.
- Location: Situated in a beautiful beachfront location, the resort offers stunning views and direct access to the beach.
- Service: Many guests have noted the attentive and friendly staff, highlighting the personalized service.
- Dining: The onsite restaurants receive high praise for their variety and quality of food options.
- Family-friendly: The resort is considered very welcoming for families, offering numerous activities and facilities for children.
Area for improvement
Bathroom
- Value for Money: Some guests feel that the experience does not fully justify the price, pointing to the cost of amenities and dining as particularly high.
- Room Conditions: A few reviews mention issues with the maintenance and cleanliness of the rooms.
- Booking Issues: There are occasional reports of booking and reservation errors, leading to inconveniences upon arrival.
- Meal Options: Despite the overall praise for dining, some guests desire more variety or dietary-specific options.
- Wi-Fi Connectivity: Problems with Wi-Fi reliability and speed have been mentioned, affecting guests' overall satisfaction.
Amenities
Kids pool
Game room
Tennis court
Babysitting
Extra beds/cribs
Breakfast available
Pet friendly
Pool
RateScore
Total 1,219 Reviews
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Blended Web Rating
booking
713 Reviews
8.9 / 10
expedia
506 Reviews
9.0 / 10
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we did not stay at the hotel, but stayed on property with friends. we cannot comment on the hotel rooms but we are writing to comment on the common spaces: PROS: outdoor areas are beautiful, on property areas feel safe. plenty of wildlife to watch (iguana/crocodile/birds/etc) on site restaurants were adequate for our group of 8, however service tends to be slow CONS: be aware of the travel time/conditions from Panama City to Rio Hato. pool areas need to be serviced. they are not outdated but they are NOT maintained (broken and dirty tiles/exposed metal bar at the pool) toilets in many common spaces were 'out of order' there were no towels available for hotel guests spa was open but not staffed to support services for the week local on site shops were closed and not open/available for customers to shop during normal business hours while at the pool bar, we ordered frozen cocktails. I observed the bartender making drinks with a simple syrup which appeared to have several floating objects in it. I watched as he made several more drinks for other customers and finally asked him to show me the bottle which was full of flies. He laughed and told me 'flies like sugar water'. After he knew I was disgusted, he dumped the simple syrup out. I could not bring myself to order another drink for the rest of our stay. Often during our stay, we questioned if this is an actual Marriott resort. What an embarrassment. Would not recommend. Would not stay again.
I was so disappointed during our stay here because I had really high hopes. I’d heard this was an idyllic place, but it failed to deliver. LOCATION: The beach is long and unspoiled, and there is plenty of wildlife to be seen. Grade = A PROPERTY: Impressive architecture and design, but it needs immediate maintenance. Dozens of broken and damaged areas, including cracked and missing roof tiles, cracked and peeling paint on walls and ceilings, worn stair railings and doors, etc. Grade = D ROOMS: The room design and execution is beautiful. Unfortunately, maintenance is also a problem here as there were gouges and nicks and areas that needed paint. Grade = B- RESTAURANTS: The food was fresh, and the menu included sufficient variety to please each of us. We loved the breakfast buffet with freshly prepared juices, and the lunch items we tried were good. Grade = A- ACTIVITIES: There are a few activities for adults and children on and off property, but not that many. We did visit the spa, and while they too had staffing issues, the facility seemed nice. Grade = B RETAIL: There are a couple of gift shops that carry upscale clothing and native crafts and a Deli Gourmet convenience store that carries everything from charcuterie quality meats, cheeses and wines to candy and soft drinks. Grade = A SERVICE: The staff was courteous and friendly, and we were greeted warmly in every interaction. This may be the very best thing about this resort. Grade = A+ SUMMARY: While this resort does some things extremely well (service), the physical deterioration around the property is major. We saw rusted out equipment, trash on the grounds, and a lack of proper maintenance. It’s a shame because the bones of this hotel are excellent. But I don’t recommend staying here if you expect an Autograph Collection hotel experience. Overall grade = C-.
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General Info
Total number of rooms 114
Number of floors 3
Number of buildings/towers 2
Year Built 2008
WiFi Quality
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Upload, Mbps
Ping, ms
Idle
6Download
80Upload
11Wifi Speed Is Good For
web browsing
HD online movies
group video calls
online streaming
4K online movies
online gaming
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House Rules
Check in after 15:00
Check out until 12:00
Children welcome
Pets welcome (restrictions apply)