Summit Rainforest Golf Resort & All Inclusive

I've already reviewed this place, but we had two separate bookings so two separate reviews. I really liked this place, but as I explained at length in my previous review I didn't like their policy of charging for their tours without making it clear that you have to pay. The tours were short and not super interesting. The guy who led the tour to see the butterflies, frogs and sloth was great and provided lots of information. The guide on the golf cart tour was obviously in a hurry to get it over with so that was especially unsatisfying (although it's fun to drive around in a golf cart). If it wasn't for this deceptive practice I would rate this place 11 - at the price we paid through booking.com it was super value. There's a free shuttle to get to Miraflores, Soberania and other locations, and the drivers were super obliging.

The front desk staff were very helpful; the guides who take guests on the walks and in the golf carts are knowledgeable, invested, informative, polite and caring. I enjoyed being on the balcony of my room with views over the jungle (and golf course); the free daily shuttle bus to the city, Soberina hiking trail and discovery centre was a bonus; the breakfast was plentiful and varied; the bright wall murals always bring a smile.

Superb offer of (hiking and riding) excursions for bird, animal and plant watching, with local tours -- as well as daily shuttles to malls in city center, included in hotel room rate. Two big swimming pools. Well-maintained golf terrain around hotel perfect for a morning jog and evening walk. Staff attentive and responsive to small requests, like an additional lamp in my room. Good breakfast and I was welcomed for a coffee refill.

We loved the size of the room, the amenities in the room, the beautiful view. It was a very nice room. The rates were reasonable with the discount I was able to receive through the booking app I used. I like that it is All-Inclusive, but wish we had taken more advantage of using their provisions like the rainforest tour. The breakfast was fantastic. The staff was very helpful and friendly, especially Omar, who was very helpful with our bags and assisting us with other requests.

It is about 40 minutes from Panama City center; located in a beautiful green setting with a few animals you can encounter. Resort offers a few activities, such as walking tour and golf cart tour to view animals. Good breakfast.