Calle Principal, , 0100 Bocas del Toro, Panama
#18 of 61 hotels in Bocas del Toro
Guests' ChoiceBased on 117 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Location
8.9
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 7 April 2025
Logan
United StatesFacilities were clean and the bed was very comfortable. I forgot my towel and bathing suit before moving to another location, when I returned the staffed had washed and dried them for me. Big thanks to the staff!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 26 March 2025
Silvio
ItalyStaff disponibile
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 26 March 2025
Helen
CanadaLots of construction and street was really torn up.
Nice big rooms and well decorated.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 19 March 2025
Michael
GermanyNo place for socialising or hanging out.
Separate bedroom and big lounge with 2nd bed. Good facilities - fridge, tea and coffee and water cooler outside at the passage. Located at the end of the street so it was quiet and removed from the blaring noise from the many competing restaurants and establishments a hundred meters away. Well stocked deli next door. Within easy walking distance to the many restuarants and coffe houses.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 15 March 2025
Randy
United StatesComplimentary water and refrigerator
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 9 March 2025
Rowan
PanamaNot much atmosphere in the hotel itself.
Good location next to dock and quiet. Nice breakfast in nearby cute restaurant. Great size rooms for a family.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 26 February 2025
Maya
IsraelThe breakfast included is at a nearby restaurant. Which is OK. Not amazin. Breakfast
The location in just perfect! You are 3 minuted walk from town, restaurants, and everything bocas has to offer. But it is very quite at Palmar Royale. The room was huge! And clean. With an amazing sea view! It has coffee, and a fridge inside. Was super comfortable. Will def come back. It is not the place to connect with other travelers, but is lovely.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 26 February 2025
Rachel
United StatesInitially we were given a room that we thought had a musty smell that may have just needed to be aired out more. We were offered a different room that was an improvement.
Only place in town with an elevator which was awesome because we were on the 4th floor and had heavy luggage. Great views from our private balcony. Excellent breakfast included at Buena Vista restaurant. Good location being kitty corner from the ferry and away from most of the noise at the center of town.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 20 February 2025
Judy
United StatesThere is street construction around the hotel, but that's not the hotel's fault.
The luxury suites on the top floor have a wonderful view, lots of space and very comfortable. The staff is very helpful and offer good suggestions.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 20 February 2025
Tracy
United StatesNothing
Clean, convenient location
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 17 February 2025
Christoph
United StatesNot the hotel’s fault, but the main road where it is located is a construction mess and apparently has been for years. It would make the stay better if the town fixed it.
Comfy room
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 31 January 2025
Sean
United StatesLocation a bit quieter and close to dive shop. Clean. Nice staff.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 9 January 2025
Ollennka
RussiaThis heavy machine sound at night was annoying
Everything is fine except the working equipment sounds at night.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 26 December 2024
Jordana
United StatesThe staff was very kind and very helpful, especially since the weather was not great when I visited. AC worked wonderfully, and everything was very clean. Bonus was having a fridge in my room. Breakfast was very good, and only a short walk away.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 29 November 2024
Bryony
AustraliaFor the price it really is good value for money. Clean large apartment style vibes.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 20 November 2024
Gentils95
ItalyThe list of available tours provided inside the room wasn't updated No possibility to order something from the hotel bar during low season
Room very clean Excellent Breakfast Central position
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 8 November 2024
Robert
Czech RepublicPerfect hotel for decent stay at Bocas
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 10 October 2024
Gloriana
NetherlandsRoom was very clean, bed was super comfortable and the bed sheets were really soft. Location was good and it's right in front of a tour boat company so you don't have to walk far for the tours around Bocas. Breakfast was at the Bella visita restaurante which was all delicious.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 2 October 2024
Samuel
Costa RicaNothing of note
Close to town but enough distance from the hustle & bustle. Reception staff were friendly & easy to converse with. Breakfast was phenomenal, room was pleasant & spacious, bathroom not over the top but classic. I would most certainly come back
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 1 October 2024
Christina
PanamaUnfortunately when I stayed there was no hot water in my room so that was a bummer.
The location was superb. There is a dock directly in front of the hotel and a few restaurants and bars within walking distance. The staff is very nice and professional and they kept rooms pretty clean. They have great amenities and are very helpful with your needs ensuring you have a nice stay.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 10 September 2024
Kathy
United StatesEvery thing was nice and equipped.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 7 July 2024
Martina
IrelandIt was a little bit noisy at night.
The hotel is lovely, great location, very clean. Staff were super nice and helpful. The room was spacious and the bed was very comfy!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 4 June 2024
Maresha
United StatesThere weren't many negatives from our perspective.
The staff were friendly. We had breakfast included which as at the Buena Vista Restaurant just down the street. The breakfast options were good. We booked 2 nights in the Deluxe Queen Suite as it was myself, partner, toddler, and mother. The beds were comfy and the view of the water was nice. The hotel is situated on the outer end of Bocas Town so still very walkable and not far from the airport. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Matthew
New ZealandThe only problem we had was the wifi didn’t work in the corner where the bed was. But it worked everywhere else in the room.
The location is right next to the water taxi and ferry. The breakfast has 4 dishes to choose from. The air conditioner is very efficient and there is good drinking water provided. The staff were very helpful.
Stayed in May 2024
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