Located on a private beach just outside Bocas del Toro, Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort offers an outdoor pool, a gym and tropical gardens. Each stylish air-conditioned room has sea views. Accommodations at the Playa Tortuga Hotel features bright contemporary décor and a balcony or terrace. All rooms and suite offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen cable TV and a bathroom with free toiletries. The on-site restaurant serves international and local dishes, while drinks and snacks are available from the terrace bar. A variety of restaurants can be found in central Bocas del Toro, a 5-minute drive away. Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort offers complimentary kayak use and information about the local area. Red Frog Beach is 4.3 mi away, while Starfish Beach and Bastimentos Island are both within 7.5 mi. The hotel can provide transport to Bocas del Toro town center and airport on request at a cost. The airport is just a 10-minute drive away, and offers domestic flights to Panama City.

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Property Highlights

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, American, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.0
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.3
Location
7.9
Free WiFi
7.5
Low score for Bocas Town
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  • Erica
    United States of America United States of America
    Loved the location! Half way to town, half way inside jungle. Only place where the sun shines all day!
  • Erica
    United States of America United States of America
    its our third time here , this time under new ownership! cant beat the location! not far from town but away from noise! sun hits the pool all day
  • David
    Panama Panama
    They went above and beyond for my birthday decorating my room before we got back to the room . Completely over the top. WOW

Hotel area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • Restaurant Nahuas
    • Cuisine
      Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan
  • Restaurante Baula
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern • Romantic

Amenities of Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • Sea view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bingo
  • Aerobics
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Ping-pong
Media & Technology
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • Adults only
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Pool 2 – outdoor (kids)Free!
  • Open all year
  • Suitable for kids
  • Shallow end
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

Sustainability initiatives

This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules

Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 300 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

For transportation service from or to the airport must be booked at least 48 hours in advance by contacting the property directly, using the contact details found on your booking confirmation.

Airport transfers can also be arranged at an extra cost. These transfers must be booked at least 48 hours in advance by contacting the property directly, using the contact details found on your booking confirmation.

For Reservations of more than 8 rooms a prepayment policy applies to guarantee the reservation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of $300 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort

  • Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort is 1.7 miles from the center of Bocas Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort has 2 restaurants:

    • Restaurant Nahuas
    • Restaurante Baula

  • The prices at Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort include:

    • Quad
    • Suite

  • Guests staying at Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • American
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Massage
    • Ping-pong
    • Beachfront
    • Private beach area
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Hand massage
    • Bingo
    • Couples' massage
    • Themed dinners
    • Fitness
    • Beach
    • Neck massage
    • Aerobics
    • Full-body massage
    • Swimming pool
    • Head massage
    • Happy hour
    • Back massage
    • Foot massage

  • Yes, Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.