Playa Blanca is well known for its beaches, resorts and tropical weather. But the Río Hato area has also developed into a destination where tourists, local residents and expats share the same corner of Panama’s Pacific coast.

Beyond the resorts, visitors can discover restaurants, cafés, shops and gathering places that offer a different perspective on life in Playa Blanca.

Explore beyond the resort

A trip to Playa Blanca doesn’t have to stop at the hotel gates.

Just a few minutes from the area’s major resorts, you’ll find a small local community where Panamanians, international residents and travelers meet.

One of those places is Town Center Playa Blanca, located right next to Playa Blanca Resort.

Stop by O’Panam

That’s where you’ll find O’Panam Cafeteria & Comida.

Stop in for something to eat, enjoy a coffee, meet people or simply relax after a day in the Playa Blanca sunshine.

O’Panam is also a multicultural meeting place where Panamanians, Canadians, French residents and travelers from around the world can cross paths in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Whether you live in the area or you’re visiting Playa Blanca for a few days, exploring outside the resort is a great way to experience another side of the destination.

Welcome to Playa Blanca — and we hope to see you at O’Panam!