Akwaba Lodge

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Akwaba Lodge

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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.7

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About this property

Beachfront Location: Akwaba Lodge in Solarte offers a private beach area, sun terrace, and water sports facilities. Guests enjoy sea views and direct access to the beach. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, parquet floors, and balconies. Amenities include free WiFi, work desks, and flat-screen TVs. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves African, French, and Italian cuisines. Breakfast options include continental, vegetarian, and vegan. A bar offers a variety of beverages. Activities and Services: Guests can engage in fishing, canoeing, hiking, diving, and snorkeling. The property provides a paid airport shuttle, lounge, 24-hour front desk, and laundry service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Free crib always available

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

    • Options with:

    • Sea view

    • Terrace

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Recommended for 2 adults

1 × Queen Room with Sea View
Price for:
Max. people: 2
Entire apartment
1 queen bed
Total cost to cancel
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Sea view
Breakfast included
We have 2 left
$117 per night
Original price
$390
Last-minute Deal
- $39
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Total before taxes
$351
$117 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
3 nights, 2 adults
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Basic Double Room (Double Budget)
Bed type assigned at check-in
Free Wifi
Max. people: 2
$85 per night
Price $256
Excluded: US$ 25.59 City tax per stay, US$ 22.53 TAX per stay
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Queen Room with Sea View
Recommended for 2 adults
We have 2 left
  • 1 queen bed
Free crib always available
Entire apartment
161 feet²
Sea View
Patio
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproofing
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Safe
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linens
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Mosquito net
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Fold-up bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
Max. people: 2
$117 per night
Original price
$390
Last-minute Deal
- $39
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$351
$117 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max. people: 1
Only for 1 guest
$108 per night
Original price
$360
Last-minute Deal
- $36
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$324
$108 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
One-Bedroom House
We have 1 left
  • 1 king bed
Free crib always available
Entire vacation home
431 feet²
Kitchen
Private bathroom
Balcony
Sea View
Patio
Terrace
Coffee Machine
Max. people: 2
$135 per night
Original price
$450
Last-minute Deal
- $45
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$405
$135 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
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Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max. people: 1
Only for 1 guest
$126 per night
Original price
$420
Last-minute Deal
- $42
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$378
$126 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
One-Bedroom Cottage
We have 1 left
  • 2 twin beds and 1 king bed
Free crib always available
Entire vacation home
538 feet²
Kitchen
Private bathroom
Balcony
Sea View
Patio
Terrace
Coffee Machine
Max. people: 2
$140 per night
Original price
$465
Last-minute Deal
- $46.50
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$418.50
$140 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max. people: 3
$153 per night
Original price
$510
Last-minute Deal
- $51
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$459
$153 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
10% off
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Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max. people: 4
$167 per night
Original price
$555
Last-minute Deal
- $55.50
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$499.50
$167 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Family Cabin on Boat
We have 1 left
  • 1 twin bed and
  • 1 full bed
Free crib always available
1 room
431 feet²
Kitchen
Private bathroom
Balcony
Sea View
Patio
Flat-screen TV
Barbecue
Terrace
Coffee Machine
Max. people: 2
$203 per night
Original price
$675
Last-minute Deal
- $67.50
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$607.50
$203 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max. people: 3
$216 per night
Original price
$720
Last-minute Deal
- $72
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$648
$216 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max. people: 4
$230 per night
Original price
$765
Last-minute Deal
- $76.50
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$688.50
$230 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max. people: 5
$243 per night
Original price
$810
Last-minute Deal
- $81
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$729
$243 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
10% off
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Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max. people: 6
$257 per night
Original price
$855
Last-minute Deal
- $85.50
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$769.50
$257 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Apartment with Sea View
We have 4 left
  • Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
  • Living room: 1 sofa bed
Free crib always available
Entire apartment
538 feet²
Kitchen
Private bathroom
Balcony
Sea View
Patio
Terrace
Coffee Machine
Max. people: 2
$212 per night
Original price
$705
Last-minute Deal
- $70.50
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$634.50
$212 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max. people: 1
Only for 1 guest
$194 per night
Original price
$645
Last-minute Deal
- $64.50
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Total before taxes
$580.50
$194 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and fees.
10% off
10% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a discount.
Excluded: 10 % City tax
  • Excellent breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michele
    United States United States
    “So peaceful and we used the kayaks to paddle to red frog Beach and hospital point and snorkeled along the way. We saw dolphins and sloths and monkeys. We took a tour to zapatilla islands with a water taxi guy. Had a great time!”
  • Tyler
    United States United States
    “Location, staff friendly , help with planning excursions, peaceful nights and birds snd their songs.”
  • Nathalie
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    “The people, the staff and the owners are amazing best place to relax ! The food amazing and the place to relax”
  • Flore
    United States United States
    “Natalie and J.-C. were more than managers of the property, they were really kind and helpful hosts, always making sure we were comfortable and happy with our stay. The location is sensational, little piece of paradise in the Caribbean. The free...”
  • Scott
    United States United States
    “Akwaba lodge is located at the middle of Isla Solarte about a 10 minute boat ride ($10/person) from Bocas del Toro. It is on a hill overlooking the water and Isla Bastimentos Breakfast is included in your stay. Lunch dinner and beverages are...”
  • Saulius
    United States United States
    “We stayed in the Jungle lodge house, which is in a perfect location, a little further away from the main building. We enjoyed sitting outside on the porch early in the morning with a cup of coffee and watching the water and a beautiful nature...”
  • Leo
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “The location is great and very calm but yet, only 5 minutes in taxi boat from the main area. The owners are extremely nice and helpful and their food was excellent”
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “This is a quiet location, with fantastic, friendly hosts, who also cooked brilliantly. We went on tours daily, and used their canoes and paddle board to see the area close up. We saw a chocolate plantation, indigenous village, beautiful beaches, a...”
  • Honza
    Peru Peru
    “truly the best I have ever stayed. If I could rate more then 10, I would to it. Nice location in the caribien jungle, on the island, awesome rooms and food. The owners are very nice and always help you if u need anything.”
  • Mateusz
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The place had a great location, it was very private and peaceful. The staff were super friendly and helpful. Thank you Natalie for being a great host. The food amazing, I had most of my meals there and they were all fresh and delicious. I loved...”

Managed by Akwaba Lodge

Company review score: 9.7Based on 131 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Akwaba Lodge is the story of a French family, JC and Natali, who discovered expatriation at an early age thanks to their parents who moved to Africa. JC lived for many years in Ivory Coast, a country that deeply impacted him. Akwaba means "welcome" or rather "Good arrival" in the language of Ivory Coast. Akwaba Lodge is a team dedicated to offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making sure that each client feels at home during their stay.

Property info

Akwaba Lodge: Eco-Friendly Escape in Bocas del Toro Nestled on Solarte Island, Akwaba Lodge is a peaceful retreat in the heart of Bocas del Toro, Panama. Just 10 minutes by boat from Isla Colón, the lodge offers easy access and lush natural surroundings. Accommodations: The lodge features modern rooms with private bathrooms, immersive jungle cabins, an apartment with a fully equipped kitchen, and a floating experience on a sailboat. Each accommodation provides comfort and privacy, blending seamlessly with the environment. Eco Commitment: Akwaba Lodge runs primarily on solar energy and uses a rainwater harvesting system to minimize its environmental impact. Sustainable practices are integrated into every aspect of the stay. Activities: Guests can enjoy snorkeling, diving, kayaking, and jungle hikes. The lodge also offers guided excursions, including visits to indigenous villages and island tours, providing a full cultural immersion. Culinary Experience: Akwaba Lodge stands out with its authentic cuisine, emphasizing fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. A complimentary continental breakfast includes fresh fruit, homemade bread, and juice. Dinners blend Panamanian flavors with international influences. Light snacks are available for lunch, offering guests flexibility throughout the day. Setting: Surrounded by tropical gardens, the lodge offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea, making it the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate. Services: The lodge provides boat transportation, personalized concierge service, and Wi-Fi in common areas, ensuring a stress-free stay. Akwaba Lodge is the ideal destination for those seeking a relaxing escape or an adventure in nature, offering modern comfort while respecting the environment.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish,French

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • Akwaba
    • Cuisine
      African • American • Cajun/Creole • Caribbean • French • Italian • Mediterranean • Pizza • Seafood • Spanish • Local • Asian • International • Latin American • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib always available
Free

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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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