Bambuda Lodge

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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Staff

9.4

Property highlights

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About this property

Bambuda Lodge is located in the tropical rain forest in Bocas del Toro. The property features a coral reef off its dock and a swimming pool with an on-site bar and a fun and social atmosphere. WiFi access is available for guests. The property offers individual beds in dormitories or private rooms. You can enjoy views of the ocean, an outdoor seating area, a safety deposit box and bed linen. At Bambuda Lodge you will find kayaks for rent, snorkeling equipment for use on the coral reef, and a 150 foot waterslide from the bar to the ocean. The property has a full restaurant with breakfast, lunch and banquet style family-dinners. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including fishing, hiking and diving. Food is served daily at the restaurant.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Bar

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegan, American

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Triple Room - Shared Bathroom
We have 1 left
  • 1 twin bed and
  • 1 full bed
161 feet²
Free Wifi
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linens
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • Private entrance
  • Shared bathroom
  • Fan
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
Max adults: 3
$127 per night
Price $382
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast $9
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 3
$128 per night
Price $385
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast $9
  • Total cost to cancel
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  • discount may be available
Max adults: 3
$160 per night
Price $479
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
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  • discount may be available
Max adults: 2
$151 per night
Price $452
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
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  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$142 per night
Price $425
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Jungle Bungalow
We have 2 left
  • 1 queen bed
215 feet²
Balcony
Garden view
Patio
Private bathroom
Terrace
Free Wifi
Max adults: 2
$213 per night
Price $639
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast $9
  • Total cost to cancel
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  • discount may be available
Max adults: 2
$214 per night
Price $642
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast $9
  • Total cost to cancel
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  • discount may be available
Max adults: 2
$236 per night
Price $709
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
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  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$227 per night
Price $682
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
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  • discount may be available
Bed in 6-Bed Dorm
We have 2 left
  • 1 twin bed
377 feet²
View
Private bathroom
Free Wifi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$34 per night
Price $103
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast $9
  • Total cost to cancel
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Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
$46 per night
Price $138
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Total cost to cancel
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Guests who stayed here loved

Evan
United States United States
“Had an amazing, unforgettable experience at Bambuda Lodge. The guests all had wonderful energy, traveling from all over the world. And I can say the same for the wonderful staff and volunteers- especially Engel, Liv, Juan, Dani, Fredo and others....”
Annacy
United States United States
“The food was really amazing, slightly expensive but really good. Of course it is the only option for food unless you leave the island so with that in mind, it is more understandable that it is expensive, and it evens out. The staff is incredible....”
Marte
Netherlands Netherlands
“I had an amazing stay at the bambuda lodge, the staff are all super nice. Even with the construction I just didn't really want to leave. I have never had this good food at a hostal. Also I would love to thank Martha and Fredo for the lovely jungle...”
John
United States United States
“The staff is awesome. Super friendly permanent staff who remembers your name everyday immediately after you check in. Cheri is the best and with. Warm heart and smile. Mathilde and Piedro on the staff were super fun and made the hike excursion...”
Alexandre
France France
“Bambuda Lodge is a fantastic place to stay. A special shoutout to Sheri for making the meanest and most delicious cocktails, she is a gem. The staff not only organizes tours but also makes it very easy for solo travelers to connect by hosting...”
Aubrey
United States United States
“Our private jungle bungalow was adorable. Since it was also a hostel I was impressed that the cleaning service replaced our towels with fresh ones. The hike to the beach was so fun and very cool that it is included in your stay including the water...”
Adam
Israel Israel
“The volunteers, Delaney, Maya, Emma, Alban, Evan, Romeo and Pierre were great! Good people and very helpful always.”
Fejiro
Canada Canada
“I had an incredible time at the lodge and missed it so much when I transferred to Bocas town. I enjoyed my accommodation, the food (get the banana cake!) as well as the well-planned and executed activities. Thank you to all the volunteers and...”
Samantha
United States United States
“The most beautiful stay, perfect if you want a getaway and immerse yourself in nature. The food is incredible, dorms are comfortable, but the staff truly make the experience special. Everyone that works at Bambuda Lodge are so friendly and...”
Mokgweetsi
Canada Canada
“What a beautiful place and with great people! The volunteers Romeo, Pierre, Maya, Emma, Evan, and Alban were the icing on the cake. I stayed at the castle and Santa Catalina, all had great staff but with the lodge this was the first one I...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 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 not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

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

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Only children over the age of 16 are allowed in the property.

The property reserves the right to cancel any reservation made for 4 or more rooms, or more than 9 total guests, according to our group policy.

Individual reservations done under the same person will be categorized as group reservations as well.

For payments made with a Credit Card, an additional 3% will be charged and if it is with Paypal an additional 5%.

Reception is open from 7:30am - 10:00pm local time. If your arrival is later than 10pm please the property, as they will be happy to assist late check in on request. Also If your arrival time is after 5:30pm and you want to join us for our family dinner, please contact the property to send you the menu options, since they take orders until 5:30pm to serve dinner at 7:30pm.