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Hostal Hansi is in Bocas del Toro, 17 minutes' walk from El Istmito Beach. It is 50 meters from the docks.

All rooms are private, some have a terrace, TV, air conditioning and hot water.

A shared kitchen and free Wi-Fi are available. Some accommodation units have a patio with city views. Really nice hostel. Great owner perfect if you have to stay in central Bocas

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9
Superb
728 reviews
Price from
US$17
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. Great accommodation between sea and jungle, away from the city hustle. The only sound you hear are the sea waves and birds. The room was spacious and comfortable, the patio with kitchen was a huge plus, especially during rainy days. We loved that they changed our bed sheets every 2 days, which nowadays doesn't happen even in 4 or 5-star hotels. Nadia and Salvatore go above and beyond to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. They gave us a lot of tips for our tours and ways to explore the island. I can definitely recommend this place and would book it again!

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9.3
Superb
188 reviews

Situated within 1.7 km of Y Griega Beach in Bocas del Toro, Villa Bahia Del Sol features accommodation with seating area. The property has sea and mountain views, and is 400 metres from Istmito. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area.

With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, units at the homestay also boast free WiFi, while some rooms have a terrace. At the homestay, each unit has bed linen and towels. The room was amazing! So big and well decorated. We also enjoyed the jacuzzi on the balcony while looking at the sea! The host David was super nice and helpful and also very entertaining

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9.3
Superb
97 reviews
Price from
US$81
per night

Providing sea views, Ponci’s Gate to Gaia Holistic Center in Bocas del Toro provides accommodation, a private beach area, water sports facilities, a fitness centre, a garden and a terrace. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. Guests can book themselves in for fitness classes or yoga classes. We visited Panama for the second time, and once again, we absolutely loved it. While looking for a beautiful place to stay, we came across this little hidden gem 💍– and what a find it was! Arrival & Welcome We were picked up by a private boat and warmly welcomed. The boat ride took around 45 minutes and was truly enjoyable. Along the way, we received interesting information about the surrounding islands – and even spotted dolphins! Upon arrival, we were greeted with a delicious welcome cocktail before our first meal. Such a lovely touch!☀️😍 Room The room was spacious and very comfortable. We’ve seen a lot of bathrooms throughout Panama, and many of them lack a proper shower. But here – the shower was fantastic! Great water pressure and lovely hot water – such a treat. :) Breakfast Breakfast was amazing. The host really listened to our preferences, and I was thrilled to have my fried egg every morning – along with fresh fruit and avocado. A perfect start to the day! Lunch Lunch was absolutely delicious – we had shrimp with coconut rice and plantains. A real taste of local cuisine that felt authentic and lovingly prepared. Dinner The highlight of our meals was definitely pizza night on our last evening! It was such a fun, communal experience with homemade pizza in creative and tasty varieties. So cool – and honestly, unforgettable. Surroundings The water around the property was crystal clear – it felt like swimming in a private aquarium. We saw a small shark, a stingray, colorful fish, and more – all right in front of our room. I’m usually a bit hesitant in the water, but here, I felt completely safe and at ease. The trees, the light, the tranquility – I can’t even describe how beautiful it was. Truly one of my personal highlights – such peace and connection with nature. Activities The hosts’ children were incredibly kind and welcoming.

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9.9
Exceptional
20 reviews
Price from
US$333
per night

Located in Bocas del Toro in the Isla Colon region, J and H Garden Cabinas features a terrace and garden views. This homestay provides accommodation with a balcony. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Carenero Beach is a few steps away. Ely is super helpful and nice, the property is in the middle of the island so gives you privacy and is very quiet and good for relaxing. The kitchen has everything you need, I just cooked my breakfast there but pretty sure you can cook your daily 3-5 meals. The terrace space is beautiful for reading, chill and to see the new year fireworks :)

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9.2
Superb
34 reviews
Price from
US$85
per night

Hostal Cay is set in Bastimentos and features a bar. The guest house has family rooms.

Free WiFi is accessible to all guests, while selected rooms also offer a terrace. At the guest house, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Really nice locally owned hostel right by the water :) great chill out area and my stay was made even better by the amazing volunteers who were so amazing and nice!! The hostel is clean and tidy, shared dorm has big lockers and private rooms were very spacious. The Zapatilla tour I booked through the hostel was super fun, we even got to go fishing and caught barracudas. I had a very memorable time in Bastimentos because of this hostel and would highly recommend it to everyone :)

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8.6
Fabulous
104 reviews
Price from
US$15
per night

El Paso de Almirante is situated in Almirante and offers a shared lounge. The property has city and inner courtyard views. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and parking on-site.

The units in the guest house are fitted with a TV. Featuring a private bathroom, units at the guest house also boast free WiFi. All units have bed linen. We booked last minute after we missed the last boat to Bocas Town. The room was comfortable and clean. Good AC.

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8.3
Very good
24 reviews
Price from
US$31.50
per night

Hostal Café Axi is a recently renovated guest house in Almirante, where guests can make the most of its garden and bar. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

Each unit includes a kettle and a shared bathroom, while certain rooms are equipped with a terrace and some have lake views. Excellent stop for arriving late in Almirante when the boats stop running to Isla Colon Axel is a great guy and professional musician

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8.7
Fabulous
23 reviews
Price from
US$12
per night

Featuring a garden and views of garden, Garden Rooms is a recently renovated guest house set in Bocas del Toro, 700 metres from Istmito. The property has quiet street views. The guest house features family rooms. Everything was great, the garden, the birds, the open shower, the staff!

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8.4
Very good
76 reviews
Price from
US$29.70
per night

Set within 1.1 km of Istmito and 2.6 km of Y Griega Beach, Pineapple House offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Bocas del Toro. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The accommodation features a shuttle service, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The lady was really sweet, I had the guest house for myself and the bed was so comfortable. Very good for the price

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8.7
Fabulous
87 reviews
Price from
US$73
per night

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