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Cabanas Potosi, El Valle de Anton, Panama Birders-Nature Lovers-Waterfalls-ETC

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Potosi entrance
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 320.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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El Valle de Anton, Coclé Province
  • Place, Sleeping Indian Girl
    ‪25 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunday Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Chorro de las Mozas
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cabanas Potosi, El Valle de Anton, Panama Birders-Nature Lovers-Waterfalls-ETC

Cabanas Potosi was started in 1980 by Patria Greco de Bernal. In 2009, Patria's daughter and her daughter's husband from Iowa/USA took over the ownership and management of the cabins after retiring from education in Florida. Since 2009, over 10,000 clients have stayed at Cabanas Potosi. The clients have come from the following areas: 42% from N. America, 29% from Europe, 25% from Panama and 3% from Asia.

Cabanas Potosi cabin is located inside a lush garden. The cabin has free parking, with a hammock on the front terrace, hot water showers, refrigerator, wall/ceiling fans and two beds (Single & Double).

We offer free shuttle service in El Valle for clients who do not have their own transportation.

We contract out on transportation to and from the Beach (45 Min.) and the International Airport in Panama City. The minimum trip time from the airport to Cabanas Potosi takes 3-hours.

If you arrive by public bus, depart across the street from the Central Market

If arriving by rent-a-car, once you pass St Jose's Catholic Church on the main street, you will find our direction signs to Cabanas Potosi. After the church guide right, cross a small bridge, guide left and we are 5 minutes straight ahead, on the right, after a small curve.

El Valle has over 300 species of birds, 4-waterfalls, mountain trails, lockout points, cold & hot springs, zoo, orchid and butterfly gardens, over 30 restaurants, with prices ranging between $4.25 & $20.00, 2-banks and 5-ATMs.

The community of El Valle sits in an extinct volcanic crater at 3,000 feet above sea level. The temperatures range to the low 60's at night to the low 80's during the day. The valley is 3-miles long and 1-mile wide.

The community is made up of the following three different groups of people: The natives of El Valle are mainly made up of people of Indian ancestry who have lived in this valley for over 600 years; the second group are well to do families from Panama City and have expensive second homes located here; the 3rd group is made up of at least 200 international retirees from 40 different countries.

Rainy season normally runs from May 1 until November 30. During his time we can receive up to 200 inches of rain per season. Usually it rains in the middle of the afternoon. Dry season normally runs from Dec. 1 through April 30th.

The cabins sleep three, and have a beautiful front porch with chairs and hammocks to relax in. A cabin with attached kitchen is $10 extra.Also, we are completely fenced in for your safety. You are provided with a key for your cabin and the front gate. El Valle de Anton is one of the five top tourism spots in Panama.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
When leaving please check out through the front office.
Under Panama Law smoking is not permitted on the property
Loud music and group parties are not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

El Valle de Anton

Located in El Valle de Anton, this cabin is in the city centre and on a river. Chorro de las Mozas and Sleeping Indian Girl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gaital National Park and Butterfly Heaven. Serpentarium and APROVACA The Orchid Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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El Valle de Anton, Coclé Province

What's nearby

  • Museum El Valle - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Serpentarium - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sunday Market - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Pozos Termales - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Chorro de las Mozas - 9 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Rio Hato (RIH-Scarlett Martinez Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Heaven's Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cocolatte El Valle - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Ristorante l'italiano - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kare Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Valle de Antón - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabanas Potosi, El Valle de Anton, Panama Birders-Nature Lovers-Waterfalls-ETC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cabanas Potosi, El Valle de Anton, Panama Birders-Nature Lovers-Waterfalls-ETC?

As of 19 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cabanas Potosi, El Valle de Anton, Panama Birders-Nature Lovers-Waterfalls-ETC on 19 March 2026 start from NZ$121, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cabanas Potosi, El Valle de Anton, Panama Birders-Nature Lovers-Waterfalls-ETC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabanas Potosi, El Valle de Anton, Panama Birders-Nature Lovers-Waterfalls-ETC?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabanas Potosi, El Valle de Anton, Panama Birders-Nature Lovers-Waterfalls-ETC?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Cabanas Potosi, El Valle de Anton, Panama Birders-Nature Lovers-Waterfalls-ETC located?

Located in the heart of El Valle de Anton, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Museum El Valle, Chorro de las Mozas and Serpentarium. La Piedra Pintada and Pozos Termales are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tracy B R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay. Our cabin was very comfortable in clean. Our host Dennis was most friendly and helpful at all times. Truly enjoyed the beautiful, botanical grounds and the variety of birds we were able to view on the property. Very well maintained. We highly recommend a visit!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leilah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely welcome from Dennis, Mimosa and Chiquita, and the cabins were really cosy and relaxing, with frequent visits from the local hummingbird to the hammac. Was dreamy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabins are clean and had everything I needed in a beautiful setting. Communication was excellent and Dennis and his two sweet dogs were very welcoming. It is a pleasant walk into town for meals, and Dennis gave me several rides either into town or to a birding location that allowed me to walk back. The grounds are lovely and relaxing and I saw a number of birds there. I wouldn’t hesitate to book again or to recommend to friends or family.
Outside of one of the cabins
Mimosa, one of the friendly greeters
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was immaculate, nicely appointed and everything worked perfectly. Wi-Fi was also good. The best thing for me were the beautiful grounds on the property. The birds and flowers were beautiful. Dennis was a superb host. We dined together a few evenings and he introduced me to lots of local folks. When you stay there, be sure to have Dennis set you up with Mario for a birding tour! It was amazing!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Excellent

Very well-run and well-equipped cabanos with Dennis offering a wealth of information and help. Ver friendly atmosphere and a super breakfast included.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

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

Great place to stay

We had a very nice stay at Cabanas Potosi. The host was was very helpful and communicative and made things easy for us. The place has a lovely garden. There are only four rooms I think, which makes for a quieter stay. If you are looking for something super fancy then this place is probably not for you. We will recommend this place to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice stay … too short . Nature in abundance. Thank you Dennis .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Aaron W.

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

A peaceful El Valle stay

Cabanas Potosi is not fancy, but it had everything I needed for a nice, peaceful stay in El Valle. The property is located a short walk or drive from the town center, and is also about a 25 minute walk to the La India Dormida trailhead. Note that the lack of AC means the room can get a bit humid in the rooms during the rainy season, but the fan kept things cool. Dennis is a lovely and knowledgeable host, and his dogs are very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard N.

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

A pleasant stay near the charming town of El Valle.

The cabins are within walking distance of town if you like some exercise but the friendly host, Dennis is often available to give one a lift. 😊 The beds were comfortable, the grounds are well-kept, and attract some awesome birds. Breakfast of juice, coffee and delicious empanada was adequate to get us to town where there are many restaurants from which to choose. We enjoyed our four night stay and we also enjoyed meeting other international guests there.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Peaceful stay in a nature lover's paradise

I stayed for 2 nights with my mother at Dennis's wonderful Cabanas. It is a lovely property and has a wonderful vintage 50's era style and charm to the property. There was a sweet dog named Mimosa who was a greeter and become a fast friend during our stay there. The rooms are larger than we thought. It was a comfortable stay in the Cabanas and it has great hot showers. There were plenty of places to sit outside on the porch and also a hammock to relax in. The location is close enough to town to quickly drive in to find a restaurant to eat at. Dennis offered a nice little breakfast of coffee/tea, juice, fresh fruit and empanadas when we stayed there. Dennis and his family are such lovely warm people, we would gladly stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

jim h.

Liked: Check-in

Cabin stay

The grounds were okay. The cabin for the money was sad. Minimum on inside of cabin. Seen its better days . Toilet seate was gross. Old wooden seat ,with open spots that bacteria has to be present. No one should sit on it. The owner was nice enough. I felt safe in and around the town. Okay place. Just needs some updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dee J.

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

Fabulous stay at Cabañas Potosí!

Dennis is a caring. engaging host and wonderful ambassador for El Valle. He is very helpful with recommendations on dining and exploring the area. He can also set up a birding tour in the cloud forest with a very knowledgeable and friendly local guide, Mario. Cabañas Potosí are comfortable cabins set in beautiful gardens with an abundance of birds and butterflies. Guests can sit outside, relax in a hammock and connect with other guests. Breakfast is set on a lovely patio and includes a pastry, fruit, coffee and juice. You can easily walk to town if you don’t have a car. We had a great experience at Canañas Potosí and highly recommend them.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Living With Nature

The grounds are beautiful and Denis was able to get us connected with a biologist to do some bird watching. Denis will put out fruit around the compost to view the birds up close. The only minor disappointment was that I thought there were going to be cooking quarters in the room from the photos. Denis did say we could cook in his place but we did not want to put him out. There was, however, a fridge, and dishes so we did do some minor food prep in the room. Plus, there is a breakfast provided each day and there are quite a few restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvaine B.

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

Excellent accueil ! Le calme à proximité d’un village animé

Le propriétaire est un homme charmant, très aimable et serviable. Outre le fait qu’il a eu un parcours de vie très riche et très honorable, il renseigne avec plaisir sur toute question d’ordre touristique ou pour donner des informations plus générales sur la vie au Panama. Un seul exemple : il a téléphoné au reptilarium pour s’assurer que nous pourrions y être reçus ( visite d’ailleurs très intéressante pour apprendre à distinguer les serpents venimeux des autres), fait la navette gratuitement pour descendre ses hôtes jusqu’à l’arrêt de bus du marché central d’où il est ensuite facile de se déplacer jusqu’à la côte ou dans un autre village. Les chambres sont grandes et ouvrent sur un joli jardin tropical, au calme. Il y a du mobilier de jardin et des hamacs, un endroit abrité pour déjeuner ou dîner en extérieur. Bref, une très bonne adresse pour un prix raisonnable. Nous la recommandons et nous remercions Dennis pour son accueil !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody P.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Dennis Wenthold

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Dennis is from Iowa/USA and Mireya is from Panama and spoke five different languages
As graduates of the University of Northern Iowa in 1970, married in 1970 and graduated as new teachers in 1971. We retired to El Valle, Panama in 2009, from Florida, as teachers and school administrators.

Why they chose this property

This property was bought by Mireya's grandfather in the 1940's and was a cattle/horse ranch. After the ranch was split up between Mireya's father and uncle, her mother, Patria Greco de Bernal started "Cabanas Potosi" in 1980. Also, this is where Mireya spent her childhood when not attending school in Panama City.

What makes this property unique

Cabanas Potosi sits on four acres in a lush valley in the town of El Valle de Anton at 3,000 feet with temperatures between the low 60's to 85 F all year round. It is the home of about 8,000 people and hundreds of birds and butterflies.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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