Calle 1era Isla Colon, Bocas Town, Panama
#23 of 32 B&Bs and inns in Bocas Town
Guests' ChoiceBased on 41 B&B reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.1
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.2
Free Wifi
9.0
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Reviewed: February 20, 2025
Madis
EstoniaBreakfast was super. Bit noisy.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: February 14, 2025
Richard
United StatesIf the room were any smaller, it would have been a closet. When getting up off the toilet, I hit my head on the bathroom doorknob. Not only was there no chair in the room, there was no chair anywhere, not even on the nice long balcony facing the street. There was no lobby except the coffee shop which closes at 6.
Location convenient to everything in town. The staff were nice to make us breakfast sandwiches to carry out before they opened because our boat left at 8 am.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: January 27, 2025
Kimberly
CanadaNo one available after 6 pm, we needed blankets and had to wait for the next night to get one. The bathroom was mouldy.
The location was excellent. Above the coffee shop and directly across form the boat dock.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 20, 2025
Maud
FranceThe place was a bit noisy, and we couldn’t figure out how the AC worked.
We stayed for one night and really enjoyed the calm and cozy atmosphere of the café, as well as the great coffee. The staff was welcoming and friendly, which made our stay even more pleasant.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 6, 2024
Gergely
United StatesEasy, city center, decent.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: April 13, 2024
Scott
PanamaI found the room to be the perfect size. Loved the wood paneled walls. The shower was large. Great water pressure.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 25, 2024
Madis
EstoniaIt was noisy in the evenings, but quite normal for night time.
Staff was exeptionally good.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 7, 2024
Jay
United StatesRooms were very basic and hot water was spotty, the staff was friendly but not helpful
Good location and nice shared balcony
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 30, 2023
Zimi
United StatesSmall room, bathroom wall doesn’t reach the ceiling
Room was clean and air conditioned. The hosts were very kind and accommodating.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: July 21, 2022
Tércio
BrazilThe only thing that could be better, and I told this to the owners, was to have a bench or chair in the room so we could sit or put things, and inside the bathroom shower there coupé some kind of support or shelf so we could put the shampoos and soaps.
The location of the hotel was excellent, right in the center of Bocas Town and just across the street where se take the boatos to do the tours through the islands. The room I stayed in was basic, with a bed and bathroom, but everything was clean and tidy. The bathroom was small but functioned normally. And the owners, Lucas and Sylwia, were always very helpful in everything. And the coffee they serve in the cafeteria right below the B&B is great, I recommend it!
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: January 14, 2025
Oula
FinlandI would have liked to stay even longer at Cat in the Cup B&B!
Lucas and Sylvia, the owners, are warm, welcoming, and truly genuine hosts. We spent three nights there and loved every moment of our stay. The location is perfect. If you're visiting Bocas Del Toro, this is definitely the place to be!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 9, 2025
Rene
PanamaThe hospitality
Location
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 7, 2025
Adam
United StatesOnly downside was the in-shower water heaters don’t work super well, so the water gets warm at best. Not a big deal, but worth a mention.
We loved everything. Sylwia and Lukas are amazing hosts and gave us excellent recommendations on activities. Breakfast has multiple options and tasted great. Rooms are clean and have solid amount of space. Great choice for a me and my friend on a vacation. Location is amazing — right in the middle of all the action.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: October 29, 2024
Lazare
PanamaLoved the service and the breakfast was one of the best and healthiest ive experienced in Bocas del Toro. Coffee was 10/10 .
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 13, 2024
Daria
Poland-great location - very nice and helpful staff - clean rooms - working air conditioning - owner is an extremely nice and helpful person, knows what she can recommend in food and activities - breakfasts fresh and tasty
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: August 21, 2024
Abigail
NetherlandsWe personally had a bad experience at the hotel. The hotel is a cafe with some rooms on the second floor. The cafe is nice and modern looking but the rooms are quite old and it all seems a bit improvised. Upon arrival to the room, the water was not working because the main water tap was turned off. We asked at the cafe/reception, and they turned it on. But after we went to dinner and came back the water was turned off again. At that point the cafe was closed and there was no one to contact. We tried calling the WhatsApp number, and we sent messages through WhatsApp and booking, but no one answered. We couldn't shower or flush the toilet, and there was no way to contact anyone. The weather is warm and humid so taking a shower in the evening is very needed... In the morning, the girl behind the bar was friendly and understanding, but when we talked to the manager, he said it wasn't their fault and was very rude. We understand that things like that can happen, but they can at least be available to help or admit their mistake. The hotel wasn't the cheapest so if you are unsure about which hotel to book I would suggest to book one that is at least cheap and not nice than expensive and not nice. Cafe is open until 18h and after you can't check in or contact anyone if anything goes wrong.
The coffee was good. That's about it
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: January 29, 2024
Mendoza
PanamaWasn’t able to turn on the hot water is the only downside I can think of. Everything else was excellent.
They allowed me to work while my check in time started. Had some breakfast at their cafe and was very good! The bed and pillows were super comfortable, I wasn’t able to use the hot water though, but it didn’t take away from the good experience. Perfect location to walk around Bocas Town and across the water taxis. Will definitely return!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: October 28, 2023
Madelyn
United StatesVery central to everything we needed and wanted to do. Numerous markets, good restaurants, and water taxis within a few minute walk.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: August 7, 2023
Sullivan
United StatesDid not have anything I liked.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: June 23, 2023
Elias
Costa Ricabad smell all day and night just in front of the hotel which also can smell inside and smoke alarms beeping all night
location was great
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: April 13, 2023
Daniel
Costa RicaThe only thing I would suggest is putting a soap holder in the bathroom so you don’t need to put in on the floor.
The location is perfect.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 8, 2023
Gina
United KingdomThe bathroom didn't look the cleanest (floor), it was quite noisy but that's to be expected in the town.
Right in the centre so great location to walk anywhere in Bocos town. Friendly staff. Overall it was okay. Not the best value for money but it is in the centre right opposite the boat taxis. I wouldn't stay longer than 1-2 nights.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: October 25, 2022
Leigh
United KingdomThis was a lovely place to stay right in the centre of Bocas Town. The couple who owned the B&B were exceptionally helpful and really welcoming! We couldn't have asked for better hosts!
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: March 30, 2025
Ghislain
CanadaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2025
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