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Located 1 block from the seafront in Bocas del Toro, Spanish by the Sea – Bocas offers a communal kitchen and dining area, a garden, a space with lots hammocks and accommodations with free Wi-Fi. The Spanish by the Sea hostel features private rooms and beds in dormitories, all with access to shared bathrooms. There is private lockers available in the hostel. Guests can relax in the communal lounge. The on-site tour desk can arrange kayak rental and provide information about things to do in Bocas del Toro. You can swim and snorkel within a 5-minute walk of Spanish by the Sea, while surfing classes are available just a 5-minute boat ride away. Bocas del Toro Airport is just 0.6 mi away, and is a 1-hour flight from Panama City.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Bocas Town, this property has an excellent location score of 8.9!


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
or
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
or
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
and
1 bunk bed
1 full bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Natalie
    Panama Panama
    Broad cozy common spaces, proximity to everything of interest. Nice breakfast and kitchen, loved the fruits, hammocks and relaxing vibe
  • Stephen
    United States of America United States of America
    Good hostel, lots of outdoor space to hang out and great staff with a lot of advice about what to do in Bocas. Well equipped kitchen.
  • Jairo
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    Nice place. Close to everything in Bocas downtown.

Area info

Amenities of Spanish by the Sea - Bocas

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Ping-pong
Media & Technology
  • CD player
  • Radio
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Dutch

House rules

Spanish by the Sea - Bocas takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

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.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 6 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 6 and up are allowed)

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

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

If guests are arriving after 8pm they need to mail or text us. We can charge a $5 dollar per hour additional fee.

Please inform Spanish by the Sea - Bocas of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Spanish by the Sea - Bocas

  • The prices at Spanish by the Sea - Bocas may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Spanish by the Sea - Bocas is 0.6 miles from the center of Bocas Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Spanish by the Sea - Bocas is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Spanish by the Sea - Bocas offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Ping-pong
    • Canoeing