Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro, Panama
#22 of 61 hotels in Bocas del Toro
Guests' ChoiceBased on 37 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.0
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
8.5
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Reviewed: 17 March 2025
Dee
United KingdomThe whole place closes down by 19.30 and there is no where to go. There are no shops so make sure you get whatever you need in town (50 mins away). Menu is mostly fish which unfortunately I don't eat so not much choice.
Nice room with fridge and balcony. Easy walk around to star beach.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 16 February 2025
Vivienne
SwitzerlandJust loved the place and the staff
Lovely room very clean and nice with a small fridge, warm shower and even towels for the beach, lovely staff and great breakfast. Located two minutes from the busstop in front of the beach in a very beautiful garden. We loved our stay very much.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 4 February 2025
Sophie
CanadaNothing!
This place is so idyllic. True island character. Simple yet quality. A sense of style in many touches.Best beds! And sheets were cotton! Or at least 50%. Beautifully situated on the shore. Staff so friendly and warm and helpful. Enjoyed the tranquility, remote feeling, and the walk to Playa Estrella.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 6 January 2025
Su
PeruExcelente lugar, ambiente unico, staff increible!!! Regresaremos a ese paraiso!!!! La musica todos los dias fue perfects, por favor compartan su playlist!!!
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Chiara
ItalyStaff a bit rude , breakfast included is a limited choose as I don’t eat egg the only option was a “small” fruit salad because in the restaurant they offer a normal size one . I ordered fruit salad and a coffee after 25 minutes they said that they only have pineapple . I don’t eat eggs all the other options in the menu are with eggs they even didn’t propose alternative as a slice of bread would have been totally fine . Not so nice , then I have been sold two different days for the same price a bottle of 1.5l of water and the following day 2l . Restaurant is pricey for the area but food is good .
Location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Heli
FinlandThe place was quiet and nice. The Lady helped us with taxi and was very friendly and helpful and save our trip.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 2 February 2024
Larry
Canadada nada
About as close to paradise as I have ever experienced.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 2 February 2024
Sven
GermanyThe restaurant was closing already at 7pm, no chance to get something after that time, there are no other restaurants or shops around. Quality and diversity of meals could be improved. Some sand flies on the beach.
Very friendly staff, nice beach restaurant, close to the beautiful palm beach walk between this location and estrella beach. Nice garden view. Nice and quite place, close to stunning beach walk area.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 31 January 2024
Filippo
ItalyFantastic location, amazing beach club area. Staff and owner very nice and helpfull. Definetely would like to go there again
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 15 January 2024
Szabolcs
CanadaThe beach is nice ar the property
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Irene
GreeceThe rooms were nice , the location was excellent and the staff was the best ! Not miss to try the restaurant facilities!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 December 2023
Cathy
United StatesNothing except for sand fleas on the beach , I would bring coconut oil next time as someone had recommended that to me .
Great value. Located just steps from the secluded beach. Monkeys were swinging in the palm trees right outside my bungalow . Host señora was very accommodating and friendly. Bungalow had comfortable beds with a nice updated bathroom and a deck with table and chairs .Two beach towels and umbrellas were provided. Delicious food from the restaurant on site that offers amazing views of the ocean! Kayaks were available for use. Starfish beach is within walking distance and easy to kayak to!. This location is the last stop for the bus so it’s easy to catch to and from Bocas Town . It’s less than 45 minutes to the airport via bus which costs only $2 and quicker by taxi which cost me $30.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Carolina
FinlandThey took really good care of me in yarisnori, the area is calm and nice
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 7 June 2023
Lene
NorwayFriendly staff, great breakfast, nice location just by bus stop to bocas town, close to starfish Beach and private beach
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 29 May 2023
Radka
Czech RepublicFamily-run place that is your perfect base to enjoy the time of your life at the stunning Playa Estrella. Sparkingly clean accommodation set up in a lush garden and with its own beautiful beach, this place was our must-visit stop on our second trip to Panamá. The rooms are newly built, they come with a cozy veranda, great breakfast (and good local cuisine from their restaurant). Easily accessible by local bus from Bocas Town. An amazing family-friendly stay.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 28 March 2023
Rebecca
EcuadorShower had hot water but was too hot and couldn't adjust it to a happy medium..so either too hot or cold. Room could of done with having a kettle as Restaurant shuts by 7pm and no where to get a cup of tea / hot drink in the evening.
Right on the beach, 10 minutes walk from playa de estrellas. Beautiful Room and balcony.. Restaurant at hand on the property. Easy to reach by public bus, takes you literally right to the hotel from bocas Central for $2.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 12 March 2023
Bogda
Canadadid not receive what we reserved and paid for. incorrect description on booking it stated king and queen bed but only had queen and double and only option to solve problem was the owner asked us to leave property it not possible as it was late and road back was in very bad condition and feel we should be compensated
on the beach restaurant on property close to starfish beach
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 6 February 2023
Harriet
United KingdomOverall nothing - wished we’d stay longer. Important to note the restaurant shuts really early (last orders at 18:30) and there is nowhere else to eat.
A gem of a place - delightful, comfy room and great restaurant. Very friendly staff. You can take a beautiful walk to starfish beach about a little coastal path from your room. Great loungers to lie on overlooking the sea where you can order cocktails.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 31 August 2022
Ekaterina
RussiaThe location is very quiet and right by the beach. The room is new and beatifully designed and decorated. The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 29 August 2022
Siuhung
United Stateseverything closes at 7.00pm.
the set up of the Yarisnori restaurant and the beach right in front.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 22 January 2025
Jaroslava
Czech RepublicYou can hear everything from you neibours. We were unlucky with noisy family. Their kids were most of the time in front of our window. The tap water is not drinkable and you are welcomed with a small bottle of water (0,2l). There is no store close by to buy anything. It’s better to stop in a shop in Bocas before going to here.
It’s close to Starfish beach and the location is nice. The beds are comfortable and the room very clean. We could have a late check out which helped us a lot. Bus leaves every 2 hours to Boca town and without late check out we had to stay in rain for an hour. Food is nice.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 12 August 2024
Nathalia
PortugalNothing I didn’t like specifically about this hotel (Ok, maybe paying 7,5$ for a small plate of pineapple), but prices in Panama are too high comparing to the quality of what is being offered.
Proximity to Playa Estrella and the fact that it is right in front of the Beach.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Jesse
United StatesThe cleanliness of the room was good at first glance, however there was some kind of mosquito or insect infestation as both myself and my partner came out of one night of our stay completely bitten on every exposed part of our bodies. Ive been to Central America before, and I know that it comes with the territory, butI haven't been exposed to it when in a closed space where I was staying. The noise of the room location was horrible, mostly due to a property dog placed too close to it, that seemed to bark at every shadow there was during the evening. Not the dogs fault, but for three straight nights it would bark at everything and made it very hard to sleep
The breakfast was traditional Central American offerings, and we enjoyed the breakfast and service. What I didn't like was that I clearly paid for breakfast included on my booking, and while checking in, the person checking us in said that I didn't have that purchased. An honest mistake, but not how I wanted to start off my stay.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2023
Anne
CanadaFood at the restaurant is incredibly over priced and not very good. If you stay here, bring lots of water and snacks. Very isolated. No overnight staff so if you had an emergency you may be unable to find help. Cramped room. Cold shower. Unreliable power.
Beautiful ocean. Clean room. Friendly staff.
Stayed in March 2023
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