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Set in Bluff Beach, 6 km from Bocas Town, Oasis Bluff Beach features unobstructed views of the beach and ocean. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private parking is available on site.

The hosts, Simon and Wendy, go out of their way to make sure you have everything you need, from booking transportation and tours to comfort around the resort. The food is exceptional. We ate almost every meal at the resort and every meal was outstanding. The beach is unspoiled and gorgeous and the surrounding wildlife is stunning. Even if it’s raining the views from the terrace make spending a day here worthwhile.

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9.4
Wonderful
325 reviews
Price from
$140
per night

Located on Bocas del Toro, Barrbra BnB Over The Sea is a 2 story house built directly over the sea.

The house includes 4 rooms on the 2nd floor. Each bedroom has its own private bathroom with shower and warm water. Rooms on the ground floor share an outdoor warm water shower and bathroom. Facilities include a living room, dining room, kitchen and a terrace.

Exceptional location, very peaceful and quiet

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9.6
Exceptional
527 reviews
Price from
$47
per night

At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at The Hummingbird also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms come with a sea view. At the accommodation each room has bed linen and towels.

tranquility with all the modern conveniences in an eco hotel and the ability to hear the ocean when you’re in bed

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9.7
Exceptional
169 reviews
Price from
$164.30
per night

Mosana Reef Garden B&B is set in Bluff Beach, 5 km from Bocas Town and 26 km from Buena Vista. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free WiFi is available and free private parking is available on site.

Some units feature views of the sea or garden.

Extremely caring hosts! Great restaurant with scenic setting and great service. You should not search for a better restaurant as this is the best you will get. If you like tranquility and nature this is the place to book. Located out the center of Bocas town, close to Bluff beach. We had the pleasure to find 3 sloths in the garden and different strawberry poison frogs. Clean rooms, specious terrace more you can dream for this price. They even offer laundry service while you are away for the day.

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9.6
Exceptional
183 reviews

Saigon Bay Bed & Breakfast in Bocas del Toro provides adults-only accommodation with a terrace and a shared lounge. The property has sea and mountain views, and is 500 metres from Istmito. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a concierge service and organising tours for guests.

Angie and Nicholas are amazing hosts, always ready to help.the breakfast is delicious the best we had in our trip (try the pancakes!). The view from the deck is stunning especially at sunset.

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9.4
Wonderful
251 reviews
Price from
$66
per night

Located 2 miles from Bocas Town at the Y before Big Creek, Sand Dollar Beach features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking.

All rooms have balcony seating with views of the sea and gardens. Private bathroom with shower and a safe for valuables.

We stayed 5 days with my family in a standard room and in a private lodge. Since the moment we arrived we felt very well hosted by The team at the hotel. The location is very good, It was the best choice for the type of vacation we were doing, boat trips around the islands during the day, and enjoying restaurants at Bocas Town at night. The gardens of the Hotel are gorgeous and worth exploring, we dived into the pool every day. Everything well kept with lots of care. Cherry on top goes to the amazing breakfast Dama and Sharon prepared for us every day, with a lot of attention to detail, variations and food restrictions. Our family was delighted by the properties’ owners Sharon and Mark, lovely and very attentive couple that gave us all the tips to make our travel easier and our stay very comfortable!

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9.2
Wonderful
107 reviews
Price from
$142
per night

The eco-friendly B&B Dolphin Bay Hideaway features a wooden terrace with hammocks, plus garden and Dolphin Bay views. It is located on Cristobal Island, 20 minutes’ boat trip from Bocas del Toro.

Offering wooden furniture, tropical-style décor and a seating area, the rooms are equipped with mosquito net, fan and a private bathroom. All come with garden views, while some units feature bay views.

Had an amazing time here! Best place we stayed at during our trip in Panama and Costa Rica. We took a walk in their garden with Brian where he showed us sloths and frogs that have all the colors you can think of and he showed us the reforestation project they are doing there with a lot of passion. Great to see! Amy made sure we started and ended the day in the best way possible with an amazing breakfast and dinner. Almost forgot to mention their place is located in Dolphin bay. We grabbed a canoe one morning and within minutes ran into a school of dolphins that were swimming around and under our canoe. If you have the time, definitely go and stay here!

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9.9
Exceptional
127 reviews
Price from
$100
per night

Situated in Bocas del Toro, Ponci’s Gate to Gaia Holistic Center provides accommodation with seating area. Located on the beachfront, this property features a private beach area, water sports facilities and a fitness centre. Guests can make use of the sun terrace or the outdoor fireplace, or enjoy views of the sea and mountain.

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9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
$234
per night

Paunch Beach Retreat is located in Bocas del Toro and features a private pool and pool views. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

The place was really great, we staying in one of the 2 apartments downstairs and they are just brand new and very spacious, def more than it shown in the picture. Would absolutely recommend, the pool in fantastic and we loved the location, not far to go into the city and not far from the best surf spots. Also 1 min walking to 2 great restaurants. Allison, the care taker, is amazing, she will help with anything you need! 5⭐️

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9
Wonderful
5 reviews
Price from
$150
per night

Jungle beach 2 bedroom cottage is set in Bocas del Toro and offers a garden and a terrace. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated a few steps from Bluff.

Everything! The cottage is beautiful...large with big bedrooms. The kitchen/ sitting area was spacious. The outdoor balcony is wide with a dining table and a view of the jungle...along with jungle sounds! The cottage is all wood giving it a real comfortable relaxing feeling. Close to the beach and several restaurants. Fabulous...if we ever get back to Bluff we would absolutely stay again 😊

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10
Exceptional
7 reviews

Most booked lodgings in Bocas Town this month

These lodgings in Bocas Town have options with FREE cancellation

  • Villa AMAYA
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 143 reviews

    Villa AMAYA in Bocas Town provides accommodations with a bar and a shared lounge. The air-conditioned accommodations are a 5-minute walk from Istmito.

    En si genial el lugar y la amabilidad de los dueños

  • Somewhere
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 135 reviews

    Located in Bocas Town, a few steps from Y Griega Beach, Somewhere provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    Clean and comfortable room with wonderful kitchen and friendly staff.

  • Sol y Sombra
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 239 reviews

    Set in Big Creek, 1804 feet from Y Griega and 0.7 mi from Istmito, Sol y Sombra offers accommodations with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden with an outdoor swimming pool.

    Great staff, delicious breakfast, pleasant atmosphere.

  • La Coralina Island House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 221 reviews

    Located in Bocas Town, a few steps from Bluff, La Coralina Island House has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden.

    great staff, amazing facilities. truly a 5-Star experience.

  • Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 429 reviews

    Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel features a terrace, bar and on-site dining in Bocas Town. With free WiFi, this hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Guests can enjoy sea views.

    Staff is very very nice, place is clean, all is perfect

  • Ponci’s Gate to Gaia Holistic Center
    Free cancellation options available
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews

    Providing mountain views, Ponci’s Gate to Gaia Holistic Center in Bocas Town features accommodations, a private beach area, water sports facilities, a fitness center, a garden, and a bar.

    El alojamiento es un sueño. Paradisíaco, inigualable! Me encantó absolutamente todo!

  • Paunch Beach Retreat
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 5 reviews

    Paunch Beach Retreat provides rooms in Bocas Town near Paunch Beach and Carenero Noreste Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Coco Key EcoLodge - Breakfast - Sea
    Free cancellation options available
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 15 reviews

    A recently renovated bed and breakfast, Coco Key EcoLodge - Breakfast - Sea offers accommodations in Bocas Town. This bed and breakfast offers a garden.

    Petit déjeuner, déjeuner et dîner excellent Calme et gentillesse des hôtes

Traveling by car? These lodgings in Bocas Town offer free parking!

  • Castillo Inspiracion Hostel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 125 reviews

    Castillo Inspiracion Hostel in Bocas Town provides adults-only accommodations with a garden and a bar.

    Todo el servicio la limpieza muy amable y atento la dueña

  • Nowhere
    Free parking
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 331 reviews

    Located in Bocas Town, a 13-minute walk from Y Griega Beach, Nowhere provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    Magical place, couldn't get more closer to nature!

  • Bird Island Bungalows
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 360 reviews

    Located in Bocas Town in a secluded area, Bird Island Bungalows has a garden. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Free WiFi is provided.

    Very relaxing, nice private beaches, good company and good food

  • Oasis Bluff Beach
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 325 reviews

    Set in Bluff Beach, 3.7 mi from Bocas Town, Oasis Bluff Beach features unobstructed views of the beach and ocean. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

    Best place to relax and enjoy. Staff is extraordinary!

  • Casa Salvaje Vacation Rentals
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 15 reviews

    Featuring inner courtyard views, Casa Salvaje Vacation Rentals in Bocas Town provides accommodations and a garden. This vacation home offers air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony.

    De stoelen waren heerlijk, uitzicht, relaxte sfeer, aan alles was gedacht

  • Dolphin Blue Paradise
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 54 reviews

    Dolphin Blue Paradise features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Bocas Town.

    Superbe situation et un accueil magnifique de Julie et Laurent.

  • Skully's House
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 572 reviews

    With Paunch Beach reachable in a 3-minute walk, Skully's House provides accommodations, a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, a terrace and a bar.

    Great spot ! Great owner ! Skully is a great character

  • Surfari Bocas
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 603 reviews

    Surfari Bocas offers pet-friendly accommodations in Bocas Town. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, private bathroom fitted with a hot water shower.

    Great staff and location. Super clean Well stocked kitchen

Highly-rated lodgings in Bocas Town

  • J and H Garden Cabinas
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 33 reviews

    Providing a garden, J and H Garden Cabinas offers accommodations in Bocas Town. With garden views, this accommodation provides a terrace.

    la cabaña es preciosa - confortable , super equipada - limpia .

  • El Caribeo
    8.0+ review score
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 98 reviews

    Offering a waterfront pool and a panoramic terrasse over islands of the archipelago, El Caribeo is located on San Cristobal Island - Bocas del Toro. 10 min boat ride from Bocas Town.

    very nice and helpful owners,comfortable bungalows,excellent ocean view,everything clean,perfect kitchen….we love it!

  • La Loma Jungle Lodge and Chocolate Farm
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 72 reviews

    Offering views of the sea, La Loma Jungle Lodge and Chocolate Farm is located in Isla Bastimentos, 6.2 mi from Bocas Town.

    es war eine wunderschöne und zauberhafte erfahrung

  • Bambuda Bocas Town
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,141 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, restaurant, bar and free WiFi, Bambuda Bocas Town is located in Bocas Town, a 10-minute walk from Istmito and 1.5 miles from Y Griega Beach.

    beautiful view, great kitchen, friendly staff, and clean rooms

  • Bambuda Lodge
    8.0+ review score
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,587 reviews

    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.

    Food really not nice, and the kitchen not work 24h .

  • Bastimentos Hill Guest House
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 408 reviews

    Located in Bocas Town, Bastimentos Hill Guest House has a shared lounge, terrace, private beach area, and free WiFi. The property has a shared kitchen, room service and organizing tours for guests.

    Big terrace with great views, well equipped kitchen

  • Los Balcones Over The Sea
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 545 reviews

    Featuring barbecue facilities, Los Balcones Over The Sea is located in Bocas Town in the Isla Colon region, a few steps from Carenero Beach.

    Great hosts. We had a wonderful time at this place

  • The Lighthouse at Casa Max
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 403 reviews

    Located in Bocas Town and with Istmito reachable within a 11-minute walk, The Lighthouse at Casa Max has concierge services, rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    Dimitri is very nice and helpful. He only wants the best for his visitors :-)

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Lodgings That Guests Love in Bocas Town

  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 42 reviews
    The place itself is beautiful. You feel right in the jungle in every room of the lodge.the jungle sounds are wonderful and we spotted toucans and agoutis. It is clean and the wood is so nice to walk on. Jane was so welcoming and helpful. I wasn't well during the trip and Jane did everything she could to make me feel better.
    Jasmine
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $99
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 201 reviews
    The b&b is set in a lovely setting backing to jungle and only few steps to the beach. In the morning you can hear the sounds of the birds and parrots and watch hummingbirds in the front garden. With the accommodation the beds were very comfortable and the owners happy to help.
    Michaela
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $55
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 269 reviews
    Carlo and his wife are friendly and attentive hosts. The rooms matched the photos. The wifi worked well. You can cook or have food delivered to the outdoor dining area. The hotel is about 700 meters from Pipa Beach, which is one of the few beaches on Isla Colon that is good for swimming because it has sand and no waves. My wife needed a taxi to go to Pipa Beach because the roads are under construction and covered with big stones. The hotel is a short taxi ride to Bocas Town for restaurants and boat excursions.
    William
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $57
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 429 reviews
    The best aspects of this lodging are its location, big room size, good internet and air-conditioning. The bed was also big and comfortable.
    Jeff
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $155.73
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 668 reviews
    Excelent choice in Bocas Town. Very good location. Close (by walk) to main boat docks and restaurant and bars. In pool area is very good chilli vibe. Staff is really nice and helpful, especially on recepcion. They organized everything for us, even the tours and boat took us on the hotel pier (so you dont need to negotiate with locals on street).
    Matej
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $30
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 408 reviews
    Really good value. The hotel itself was very chill. Everytime I saw Enrique (owner I think?) he checked in to make sure I was good.
    branden
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $33.10
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 543 reviews
    Nice place, quiet, big and comfortable apartment with all the necessary things
    Tania
    Family with young children
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 183 reviews
    We really enjoyed the loving and hospitable nature of Nadia and Salvatore during our stay at Mosana's. The accommodation is furnished with great attention to detail and Salvatore's cooking skills are phenomenal. All in all, we can highly recommend a stay at Mosana Reef and Garden B&B.
    Matthias
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $113.85
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 110 reviews
    Breakfast was great. The view of the ocean and the hotel were amazing.
    Waterman
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $102.85
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 362 reviews
    The hotel staff was friendly and had the medical kit. They were very helpful. Thanks!
    Renu
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $366.30
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 584 reviews
    Let’s start with the positives, we had accidentally booked one more night than we needed, whilst a refund for the would have been nice, the hotel did instead include our daily breakfasts throughout our stay. My partner and I are vegetarian and after highlighting the limited menu choices, the restaurant did provide a vegetarian pizza on one of the nights which was a welcome reprieve, and generally the staff are quite friendly but I’m afraid that’s where the positives end.
    Tomos
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $77.32
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,141 reviews
    The hotel has a nice quiet location in Bocas town, very nice sun & bathing platform, nice restaurant on the water, everything well maintained & very modern and clean. The staff was outstanding friendly, reception, housekeeping, restaurant- just great. The food with a Greek touch war marvellous.
    Tabea
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $102.85
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 362 reviews
    A very nice little hotel. The restaurant is down the street at the Buena Vista cafe. Good view of the harbour.
    Jacqueline
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $106.72
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 917 reviews
    Nice place if you want to experience some jungle housing and isolated vacation. The food was the best part for us! Really delicious dinner and breakfast. Friendly and forthcoming staff. The place would be even better if there was a pool, because the waves were too high at some time..
    Kaio
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $80.59
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,587 reviews
    Nice place if you would like to experience some jungle housing. There are a lot of young cool travellers and packbackers, if you like to meet new people from all over the world this is the place to go! Every night there is a family dinner with other guests. A lil bit different experience than in usual accommodations. We liked it! Food was good and the pool was nice! Very beautiful views! It’s quite close to Bocas Town, easy to travel with water taxi.
    Kaio
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $33.10
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 543 reviews
    Had a whole apartment (it has five beds!) to myself for a very good price. I needed one night away from hostels to catch up on sleep and to do some work, and it was perfect for that. Good wifi and large dining room table to work. Owner very friendly. Huge king bed!
    Tom
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $80.59
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,587 reviews
    The staff was super friendly and very helpful. The lodge has a beautiful location and is very clean. It is not on the main island but very easy to reach by water taxi (~10 USD for a single passenger, ~5 USD p.p. for 2+ passengers). In the bay, just in front of the hotel, we saw bioluminescence plankton every night, which was really beautiful. You can see it best if you shortly turn off the lights and then quickly light with a flashlight into the water. The food is good, with reasonable prices.
    Lukas
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $94.88
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 545 reviews
    We arrived at the hotel, checked-in into our room, and were surprised by the amazing size of the room for 3, AC, with a side and frontal balcony, fridge, big, warm shower, really good breakfast, the cleanliness, friendliness and overall professionalism of everyone working there as well the owners. It was such a good stay, that we extended for 6 more nights, instead of looking for further accommodation in the area. For 1$ we reach Bocas Town in 5min and the owner has connections here, so we got discounts in some places. A treat!
    Marisa TC
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $183.70
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 429 reviews
    Compared to many other tired looking hotels we walked by on the way from the airport, this hotel was visibly clean, well maintained and entirely freshly renovated. The steps, walls, tiles, floor and wall coverings were as though it had just been built and opened as new. The location is far enough from the party areas that it was nicely quiet for sleeping.
    John
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $163.90
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 98 reviews
    A beautiful location with a dedicated, passionate and very friendly staff. You’ll instantly feel at home. Sleeping with the jungle sounds is a magical experience. The food and service was beyond excellent, the staff really does everything to make your stay as amazing as possible. Spotting humming birds every day and even seeing a sloth in the lush garden all adds to the magic! The staff helps with arranging tours for you if you want that and on days with good weather you can snorkel right in front of the accommodation.
    Jorrit
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $155.73
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 668 reviews
    This is the best hotel on the island. It was a wonderful stay. Very polite service, especially the lady at the reception who is smiling all the time and ready to help. The room was very clean, spacious. Large comfortable bathroom with hot water and clean towels. We took a room facing the street and, sitting on the terrace in the evening, we watched the evening life on the island. The windows were very tight, because when we went to sleep and closed the windows, no sound from outside disturbed us. It's worth staying here.
    Katarzyna
    Family with young children
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 527 reviews
    The accommodation and service is unique - the excellence rating is completely true. Marco is the perfect host who pampers his guests with heart and soul. He has created a small paradise at the end of the pier - with great attention to detail. We enjoyed our time with Marco very much, felt extremely comfortable and are very happy to have spent part of our vacation with him. PS: the breakfast is terrific and the mattress super - perfect start to the day!
    Alexander
    Young couple